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Milwaukee Police Kill Homicide Suspect After Chase and Shootout

Investigators link the man to a morning killing near Mitchell Street.

Overview

  • The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner confirmed the person found shot near Eighth and Mitchell in the early morning died.
  • A police chase of the 31-year-old suspect ended in a multi-vehicle crash near 35th Street and National Avenue after a shots-fired call.
  • Police say the man exited the car, fired at officers, and was struck when they returned fire.
  • Eight officers fired their weapons and are on administrative duty as the Wauwatosa Police Department leads the investigation.
  • No officers or bystanders were hit by gunfire, a 34-year-old hurt in a struck car was hospitalized, and police recovered at least two guns at the scene.