MILWAUKEE (WLS) — A Milwaukee police officer was shot and killed whereas pursuing a theft suspect early Tuesday morning on town’s South Aspect, metropolis officers stated throughout an emotional press convention later Tuesday.

Officers responded to the 2700-block of 14th Road simply earlier than 1:30 a.m. seeking a suspect linked to a theft, Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman stated.

Police discovered the suspect, who ignored instructions and fled on foot, officers stated.

One officer caught up, and a battle ensued.

Photographs have been fired, and each a 37-year-old male officer and the 19-year-old suspect have been wounded, police stated.

The officer was taken to a close-by hospital, the place he died.

The suspect died on the scene, however it was not clear if the person was shot by an officer or if it the harm was self-inflicted, police stated.

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Norman obtained emotional in the course of the Tuesday morning press convention, saying “considered one of our best, who placed on that uniform, placed on that badge, put within the work final night time, and paid the final word sacrifice, for shielding our neighborhood. Milwaukee wants your prayers, we want your assist.

“Our neighborhood wants you. It is a time to lean in, do work. … The violence must cease,” he stated.

Neither the officer’s title nor the suspect’s title was instantly launched, as household was notified.

Brookfield, Wisconsin Police Division will assist in the investigation.

It is a growing story; examine again with ABC7 Chicago for updates.

WISN contributed to this report.