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Milwaukee boy accused of killing mom back in court Monday

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7 months ago

April 28, 2024

Milwaukee boy accused of killing mom back in court Monday

MILWAUKEE – The 12-year-old accused of shooting and killing his mom over a video game returns to court on Monday, April 29.

Prosecutors say the boy was 10 years old when he shot his mom inside their Milwaukee home.

Now, the Milwaukee boy charged with killing his own mother over a virtual reality headset is preparing to face a judge.

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His attorneys want him out of adult court, and so does his dad.

“I think he should be prosecuted in children’s court,” the dad said.

That testimony happened March 12th, shortly before the reverse waiver hearing was put on hold because of a scheduling conflict.

FOX6 isn’t naming the boy because of his age.

“Even with us talking, he has yet to say anything in regards to his mother,” the dad said.

Prosecutors say the boy was ten years old when he killed his mom, Quiana Mann, for waking him up early and not buying him a virtual reality headset.

Prosecutors charged the boy with 1st-degree intentional homicide.

Due to the seriousness of the crime, he is automatically charged as an adult.

The reverse waiver hearing allows the boy’s defense team to fight for him to be moved into the juvenile court system.

“To transfer him to children’s court is to acknowledge that he deserves to continue down the path to the intensive treatment and care that Quiana used to get for her son,” said Tanner Kilander, the boy’s defense attorney.

“He took the gun, he went downstairs. At a distance of three feet or less, he pointed the gun with both hands, adopted a shooting stance and fired that gun,” added Kilander.

The boy’s defense team says at the time of the shooting, he struggled with mental health issues worsened by a head injury.

They say the juvenile system has more resources for him to receive treatment.

“The reality is our adult court system does not have near enough treatment for anyone. The juvenile court system has a lot more treatment options and that’s what the attorneys are trying to argue,” said Jonathon Lavoy, an area attorney not affiliated with the case.

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Prosecutors say if the boy is placed in the juvenile system, he could get out too soon.

“I think it’s an interesting case where we can see the needs of this child compared with the need to protect the community,” added Lavoy.

It’s a hearing with a lot on the line, including a 12-year-old’s future.

The hearing is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Monday, April 29.

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'This is my pub': Packers Fans fill Moran’s in South Milwaukee for Thanksgiving watch party

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6 hours ago

November 29, 2024

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'This is my pub': Packers Fans fill Moran’s in South Milwaukee for Thanksgiving watch party

SOUTH MILWAUKEE — It was all about the Packers Thursday night at Moran’s Pub on Thanksgiving. Dozens of fans spent the end of the holiday cheering on Green Bay as they took on the Miami Dolphins.

Moran’s invited TMJ4 to check out their special watch party and soak in the atmosphere.

Deanna Olson, a devoted fan, referred to the pub as her home. “This is my pub,” she said. “This is my hometown, South Milwaukee, born and raised. I live here, I love it, and I always cheer on my Packers. I’ve got to bring Grandpa’s flag, and here we are.”

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Deanna Olson (Left) and her friends

That flag has become a lucky fashion statement of sorts for Olson.

“We went ahead and put this on as an ascot, and then we beat the Bears, so the ascot has to come back,” she said.

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Packers Fans fill Moran’s in South Milwaukee for Thanksgiving watch party

Olson wasn’t the only fan relying on a good luck charm Thursday night.

“I always have my Packer purse. Always during Packer season, I’ve got to make sure that I carry this,” said Katie “Grammy” Hilpert.

Hilpert was joined by her daughter and granddaughter. Together, they bleed Green and Gold. Moran’s is her go-to pub, making the game even more enjoyable.

“Oh, they’re my boys. I’m very thankful because they have had a little better of a season, but we’ll take what we can get,” said Hilpert.

During the game, fans had the chance to play games and participate in raffles.

Both Hilpert’s and Olson’s lucky charms paid off as the Packers secured the win.

While Hilpert was grateful to cheer on her beloved Packers this holiday, simply coming together at the pub was already a guaranteed victory.

“What are you thankful for?” asked TMJ4’s Mike Beiermeister.

“Grandchildren, children. Life in general is really good, really good right now,” Hilpert replied, embodying the spirit of gratitude on this Thanksgiving Day.

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Critically missing Milwaukee woman; Silver Alert issued

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13 hours ago

November 28, 2024

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Critically missing Milwaukee woman; Silver Alert issued

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MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a critically missing 71-year-old woman.

Police said Orelia Rose McDowell was last seen near 38th and Nash on foot at approximately 5:30 p.m.

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McDowell is described as 5 feet, 3 inches tall, around 157 pounds and with brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a tan jacket, pink shirt, pink pants and pink Puma tennis shoes.

A Silver Alert was also issued.

Anyone with any information regarding the whereabouts of Orelia is asked to call MPD – District 7 at 414-935-7272.

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At least two apartments damaged in fire on Glenbrook Road near Northridge Mall

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21 hours ago

November 28, 2024

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At least two apartments damaged in fire on Glenbrook Road near Northridge Mall

A least two apartments were damaged in a fire on Glenbrook Road near Northridge Mall in Milwaukee.

Firefighters are still working to determine a cause, but say no one was injured other than a firefighter who cut his hand.

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Fire leaves significant damage to Milwaukee apartment building.

Investigators are still determining the extent of the damage to the apartment building. They’ve told TMJ4’s Mikenzie Hammel that the fire appears to have started in a second-story unit and that the flames damaged the apartment directly above it.

Broken windows after an apartment fire in Milwaukee.

Residents in the building tell Mikenzie the entire hallway was filled with smoke.

Mikenzie is on the scene working to learn more about how many people may be displaced this Thanksgiving Day. This story will be updated on air and online.

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