Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee Mother Sentenced to Probation After Crash Leaves Toddler Severely Injured
On Wednesday, March 6, 24-year-old Shannon Sutters received a two-year probation sentence following a collision that left her 2-year-old child with severe injuries. The incident, which occurred on April 29 of the previous year near Sherman and Burleigh in Milwaukee, involved Sutters’ Nissan colliding with a county bus. At the time of the crash, her son was not secured in a car seat, leading to serious consequences.
Details of the Collision and Aftermath
The crash took place on a busy Milwaukee intersection when Sutters’ vehicle, traveling on Sherman, struck a county bus proceeding along Burleigh. Investigations revealed that at the moment of impact, Sutters’ son was not in a car seat, contrary to safety regulations. Sutters claimed her son had been buckled up, albeit acknowledging his ability to unbuckle himself. Further examination showed that while the backseat’s three seatbelts were fastened, there was a glaring absence of any child restraint system in the vehicle.
Legal Proceedings and Sentencing
Following the incident, legal proceedings commenced against Shannon Sutters, leading to her admission of driving the Nissan during the crash. The focus of the case was on the lack of appropriate safety measures for her young child, an issue that brought to light the critical importance of car seat usage. Ultimately, Sutters was sentenced to two years of probation, a decision that has sparked conversations about parental responsibility and child safety in vehicles.
Community Response and Safety Advocacy
The sentencing of Shannon Sutters has stirred discussions within the Milwaukee community and beyond regarding the enforcement of car seat laws and the broader implications for child safety on the road. Advocacy groups have seized this opportunity to emphasize the lifesaving importance of proper child restraint systems in vehicles, urging parents and guardians to adhere strictly to safety guidelines. This case serves as a poignant reminder of the potential consequences of neglecting such crucial precautions.
As this narrative unfolds, it beckons a reflection on the responsibilities of drivers, particularly those with young passengers, to prioritize safety above all. The repercussions of Shannon Sutters’ momentary lapse have led to a broader discourse on how society can better protect its most vulnerable members on the road. It is a stark reminder that the choices made behind the wheel can have lasting impacts, urging a collective commitment to safer driving practices.
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on early Sunday morning on the 4900 block of W. Capitol Drive that left one person injured.
An 18-year-old sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
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The police is currently looking for an unknown suspect at this time.
Those with information regarding the shooting are encouraged to contact the Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or P3 Tips to remain anonymous.
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MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Police Department requested the public’s help to find 11-year-old Sir’Charles Bason, a critically missing boy who was last seen near Teutonia and Kiley at around 6:20 p.m. on Saturday, April 18.
Police described Bason as 4 feet, 5 inches tall with a slim build, brown eyes and black, low-cut hair. He was last seen wearing a gray jacket with green lines, dark-colored jeans, tan sandals and carrying gray Nike Jordan shoes.
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Anyone with information on Bason’s whereabouts is asked to call Milwaukee Police District 4 at 414-935-7242.
The Source: The Milwaukee Police Department released information.
MILWAUKEE – A Milwaukee man, previously named one of Wisconsin’s Most Wanted, has been sentenced to prison for shooting and killing his cousin in 2020.
In court
What we know:
A Milwaukee County jury found 39-year-old Brandon Gladney guilty of first-degree reckless homicide and possession of a firm by a felon earlier this year.
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Judge Michelle Havas sentenced Gladney to 29 years in prison on Friday, April 17. He was granted credit for more than a year’s time served and further sentenced to 14 years of extended supervision.
Arrested in Arizona after years on the run, court records show Gladney has also been ordered to pay the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office more than $1,800 for extradition costs.
Homicide investigation
The backstory:
The shooting happened in May 2020. Investigators said Gladney was captured on video apparently arguing with the victim, his cousin, outside a Milwaukee convenience store near 21st and Meinecke.
“It’s all on video, and it’s devastating for that family,” the marshal on the case told FOX6 when Gladney was profiled on Wisconsin’s Most Wanted. “You have a family member that shot and killed another family member.”
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Prosecutors said Gladney walked away but then returned with a gun pointed directly at the victim and shot him. The victim died from his gunshot wounds at a nearby hospital. Multiple bullet casings were found at the scene.
Gladney went on the run for years. He was arrested in Arizona in January 2023, years after he was charged.
The Source: FOX6 News referenced information from the U.S. Marshals Service, Wisconsin Circuit Court and prior coverage.
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