Update: Body of missing Franklin man recovered near Oak Leaf bike trail
FRANKLIN -- The body of a missing Franklin man was recovered along the Oak Leaf Bike trail near Drexel Ave.Franklin police recovered the body of 54-year-old James Blume shortly after 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24th.
Woman accused of keeping a "place of prostitution" at spa in Franklin
FRANKLIN -- 33-year-old Shuying Ding of Appleton has been charged with keeping a place of prostitution in the City of Franklin.
Developing: Body of Hayward man found in wooded area of Franklin
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police and the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office were called out to the area near S. 27th Street and College Avenue -- where a body was found on Tuesday afternoon, November 10th.The body was found in a wooded area north of the Home Depot store in the area -- and behind a mobile home court on the west side of S. 27th Street.Police say the body is identified as a 54-year-old man from Hayward.
Back in court for his 48th adult criminal case, the 'Moving Menace' tries the insanity defense
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Missing: Franklin police search for 54-year-old man who hasn't been seen since Oct. 8th
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police are asking for the public's help in its search for a missing 54-year-old man.James Blume was last seen on Thursday, October 8th in the area of 68th and Drexel Ave.
Bank robbed: Police seek suspect after incident at Franklin branch of WaterStone Bank
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police are investigating a robbery at the WaterStone Bank branch near Highway 100 and Speedway Drive.It happened around 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 29th.Police say an unknown suspect entered the bank and demanded money.The suspect fled the scene prior to officers' arrival, and police say that suspect was able to get away with an undetermined amount of cash.No one was hurt.The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office's K-9 unit assisted with a search for this suspect.The investigation is ongoing.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Busted: 55-year-old man in custody after Franklin homeowner found burglar in his home
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police say a suspect has been taken into custody -- accused of burglarizing a home on Wednesday afternoon, September 23rd.Police say the homeowner came home shortly before 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, and found someone burglarizing his home on West Stone Hedge Drive.The suspect was described as a white male, standing 5'9 to 5'10" tall, with a heavy, muscular build.That suspect fled the scene on foot.
"This is a small hiccup:" Vandals strike 'Kayla's Playground' days after ground was broken
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police are asking for your help in their search for suspects who damaged the new home of 'Kayla's Playground.' The vandalism occurred just days after ground was broken for this project.Officers responded to Franklin Wood Parks just before 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 6th to find vandalism to six portable toilets, two portable sinks and a portable spot light.
Cudahy bicyclist struck by vehicle, dies from injuries
FRANKLIN -- A 51-year-old Cudahy man died from injuries suffered after he was struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle in Franklin on Sunday evening, September 6th.Officials say the bicyclist was struck on S. 76th St.
Man seriously injured following two-vehicle crash near 76th & Ryan Road
FRANKLIN -- Franklin fire and police responded to a two-vehicle accident late Monday night, July 20th.It happened at the intersection of S. 76th Street and W.
Franklin police: Hales Corners man died of apparent natural causes while riding his bicycle
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police say a 54-year-old man died of apparent natural causes while riding his bicycle Saturday, June 13th.
"I'm livid:" Victim of identity theft gets notice from IRS, her tax refund may be going to someone else
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- A truly "taxing" experience for a Franklin woman who is the victim of identity theft.
"Very dangerous:" Woman beaten in attempted carjacking at Walmart that preceded high-speed chase
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Early Tuesday morning, April 21st, in the parking lot of the Walmart store on S. 27th Street in Franklin, a woman screamed for help as she was beaten by a group of men and teens in an attempted carjacking.
Franklin police warn residents about suspicious man in red van who motioned at children
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police are warning residents about a suspicious van driven by a man in his 60s.Police say on Monday, April 6th, they received a call regarding a red Dodge van, 2013 or newer with no rust being driven by a white male in his 60s.The man was wearing a baseball hat, and has no facial hair.
Charges filed in Franklin home invasion, and suspect was already in custody for similar crime
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Charges were filed on Monday, March 16th against 34-year-old Scott Vukovic of Milwaukee in connection with a home invasion that took place in Franklin at the end of January.
Franklin police: Violent home invasion involved 83-year-old victim, and no one's in custody
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police are seeking a suspect in connection with a home invasion involving an 83-year-old victim.It happened Monday, January 26th just after 3 a.m. near 117th and Oakwood Road.Police say a male suspect, between the ages of 20 and 29 entered the 83-year-old victim's home -- demanding money, prescription medication and alcohol.
Residents evacuated following trailer home fire near S. 27th Street in Franklin
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin Fire officials on Wednesday afternoon, November 19th were called out to the scene of a trailer home fire that has displaced residents.It happened at a trailer home in the 6300 block of S. 27th Street shortly before 4:00 p.m.Upon their arrival at the scene, fire officials observed flames and smoke pouring from the trailer.
Franklin police seek suspects after two victims found bound, held against their will in armed robbery
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police are seeking two suspects after two people were found bound and held against their will at a home on S. 92nd Street.Police on Monday morning, November 17th responded to the home for a reported armed robbery.Police say the 75-year-old homeowner and a 53-year-old employee were bound and held by suspects displaying weapons.
Franklin police seek to identify suspect in North Shore Bank robbery
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- The Franklin Police Department is asking the public for help in identifying a bank robbery suspect.The suspected entered the North Shore Bank at 7151 S. 76th Street around 4:47 p.m. on Thursday,October 23rd.Police say the suspect passed the teller a note and demanded money before fleeing the scene with an undermined amount of cash.The suspect is described as an African America male, approximately 6'0" to 6'3" with a heavier build, weighing approximately 200 to 250 pounds.If you have any information about the robbery or the identity of the suspect please contact the Franklin Police Department at 414-425-2522.