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Milwaukee Police Shoot and Kill 38-Year-Old After Chase on Northwest Side

Police say the man refused commands to drop a gun during a pursuit.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred Tuesday night near North 98th Street and West Lisbon Avenue.
  • Chief Jeffrey Norman said officers saw the suspect armed and issued several commands before firing.
  • A firearm was recovered at the scene, according to police.
  • Both involved officers were placed on administrative leave pending the investigation.
  • Brookfield police are leading the inquiry, and authorities are searching for a passenger from the vehicle.