Milwaukee, WI
Teenager shot and killed in Milwaukee on May 6
A 17-year-old was shot and killed on May 6 in Milwaukee.
The teenager was shot and killed about 2:30 a.m. on the 3900 block of West Cherry Street, according to a Milwaukee Police Department news release. Authorities continue to investigate the shooting and are seeking a known suspect.
The shooting was at least the 38th reported homicide so far this year in Milwaukee, according to police data. That outpaces the same period from last year, when there were 32 homicides, about 16% less.
The police ask anyone with information on the shooting to contact the department at 414-935-7360. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or use P3 Tips.
David Clarey is a public safety reporter at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. He can be reached at dclarey@gannett.com.