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22-Year-Old Killed After Driver Runs Red Light at 20th and Locust

Police opened an active investigation seeking public tips about the early-morning crash.

Overview

  • A vehicle ran a red light and struck a westbound car near 20th and West Locust Street in Milwaukee, leaving one person dead and two injured.
  • The collision occurred around 2:15 a.m. Saturday and officials say the driver of the vehicle that ran the light, a 22-year-old, was pronounced dead at the hospital.
  • A 23-year-old passenger in the striking car sustained non-serious injuries and the 25-year-old driver of the struck vehicle was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
  • Milwaukee Police are actively investigating the crash, have released basic facts but not victim identities, and are asking anyone with information to call (414) 935-7360 or contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or via P3 Tips.
  • The department’s public appeal aims to gather witness statements and any video or dashcam footage that could clarify fault and timing, which would shape whether charges or further actions follow.