Arrested in Ohio: Ebony Wright accused of retail theft, causing fiery crash

BROWN DEER -- A 32-year-old Ebony Wright of Milwaukee was arrested in Ohio on Wednesday, January 27th in connection to a retail theft and hit-and-run case in Brown Deer.According to Brown Deer police, in September 2015 their department responded to a report of a retail theft complaint, where a female suspect had stolen clothing and left the store — fleeing the scene in a vehicle at a high rate of speed.The suspect is then accused of running a red light and striking a second vehicle — causing major damage to both vehicles.

Brown Deer police called out to two-vehicle crash near Teutonia & Woodale

BROWN DEER -- Brown Deer police on Wednesday afternoon, January 6th were on the scene of a crash involving two vehicles near Teutonia Avenue and Woodale Avenue.One driver was taken to the hospital, but we're told only minor injuries were suffered in this crash.The crash happened in the southbound lanes of Teutonia Avenue.It's unclear how many people were involved.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.

Update: Shooting suspect Earnest Hardy surrenders to officers

BROWN DEER -- Officials say shooting suspect Earnest Hardy surrendered himself to the Brown Deer and Milwaukee Police Department officers late Thursday night, December 17th.Charges will be reviewed at the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office for second-degree recklessly endangering safety by use of a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm by a felon, and domestic abuse.Officials say at 2 a.m. on Wednesday, December 16th, officers responded to a condominium unit on N.

Developing: Police handle multi-vehicle crash at 60th & Brown Deer

BROWN DEER -- Brown Deer police are on the scene of a crash near 60th and Brown Deer.Drivers passing through the area are urged to use caution -- and allow extra time to pass.FOX6 News has a crew on the scene -- and we will update this story as more information becomes available.

Power temporarily out for businesses, residences in Brown Deer

BROWN DEER -- Power was out for nearly 190 customers in Brown Deer for a portion of Monday evening, December 7th.The outage affected multiple businesses and residences near Brown Deer and Green Bay Roads -- including the FOX6 Studios.Around 6:15 p.m., power had been restored to most of the area.

At least 14 homes, vehicles hit by shots fired in Brown Deer: Weapon may be BB gun, or pellet gun

BROWN DEER -- Someone drove through Brown Deer, firing dozens of shots over the weekend, and police believe the shots were fired from a BB gun or pellet gun.Connie Rudolph says she didn't need this kind of hassle and expense right before Christmas."We got up Sunday morning and went out to go to church -- got into the car, looked into the rear view mirror and there was no rear window," Rudolph said.

Bomb Squad called into action after grenade found at Brown Deer home

BROWN DEER -- Brown Deer police and the Milwaukee County Bomb Squad were called out to a home in Brown Deer Wednesday, November 25th after a grenade was found inside the residence.According to police, around 8:50  a.m. authorities received a call reporting a grenade had been found inside a home on W.

Brown Deer police search for suspect involved in shooting on Park Plaza Ct.

BROWN DEER -- Brown Deer police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Park Plaza Court Friday evening, October 23rd.Authorities say the shooting took place when two people who knew each other got into an altercation and one of them was shot.Police have identified a suspect but that person is not in custody at this time.Brown Deer Police tweeted shortly after 8 p.m. that the shooting scene was wrapping up, and there is no reason to believe the public is in danger.

Auto thefts on the rise in Brown Deer; police reveal what vehicles are a target

BROWN DEER -- Brown Deer police are investigating a rash of car thefts that occurred on Friday, October 2nd.Authorities say three vehicles were stolen and they know of at least three or four more attempted thefts that took place all in Brown Deer.Police say the numbers are on the rise."They typically target Dodge vehicles and Chrysler vehicles, older models, vans and sedans -- those are easier for them to steal.

Brown Deer police need help locating suspect accused of pointing gun at women, threatening to "kill them all"

BROWN DEER -- Brown Deer police are asking for the public's help identifying and apprehending a suspect accused of pointing a weapon at three females and threatening to "kill them all."The report regarding this incident came into police shortly before 6:00 p.m.Police say the suspect was traveling to Old Country Buffet for dinner with the victims in a vehicle when an argument ensued and the suspect became upset.