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WATCH: 'Extremely Scary' Footage of Milwaukee Police Shooting Resulting in Death of Unborn Child

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August 5, 2024

WATCH: 'Extremely Scary' Footage of Milwaukee Police Shooting Resulting in Death of Unborn Child

The horrid footage behind a June police shooting in Milwaukee that claimed the life of an unborn baby has just been released by officials. Family members say the video was “extremely scary” to watch.

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The controversial traffic stop occurred June 20 at the corner of N. 17th Street and W. Vliet Street, authorities said. Police sought the occupants of the vehicle in connection to two prior attempted armed carjackings. Officials said officers went on a speed chase until the car was blocked inside a construction lane by a cement truck. MPD officers then approached the car giving several commands to the occupants of the car to exit: six teenagers.

Police said the driver, 17-year-old Calveyon Jeans, then reversed the vehicle, hitting the squad car behind it. Jeans then drove forward and reversed again as an officer stood behind the vehicle, police said. Another officer fired into the vehicle striking two of the teens: Jeans and his 18-year-old girlfriend who was six months pregnant, per The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The teens were transported to the hospital for treatment. However, the unborn infant did not survive the injuries, authorities said.

The Police Video

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In the police footage released Friday, the vehicle is seen pulled over but speeds off seconds later. The car then makes a U-turn, runs through a light and swerves into the opposite lane. After a few minutes of driving in and out the opposite flow of traffic, the car eventually led the police onto the highway, per the video.

The vehicle then drives into the construction lane and meets a dead-end where a cement truck was parked, according to another dash cam video. The vehicle is seen trying to make a U-turn inside the lane as three officers approached with their guns drawn. Before the vehicle finished turning, one officer fired into the driver’s window. In the video, four to five teens were ordered out of the car and placed in handcuffs. More officers arrived as they cleared the vehicle.

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Jeans was escorted out of the car last, appearing to be bloodied, per the video. One officer appears to provide aid to him on the ground. Jeans was unresponsive to the officer’s questions. There were little to no visuals of the pregnant teen being taken out of the car. Officers are heard in the video saying three teens were shot.

The Aftermath

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Following the shooting, the department stated the officer who fired the shots was placed on administrative duty. Meanwhile, Jeans’ family are trying to understand why he used the level of force he did.

“I just would not believe that they would use deadly force when he’s simply still just trying to evade police and capture. Nothing about his action showed he was trying to hurt any officer,” said Calvin Jeans, via the Journal Sentinel. He said his son is currently in county jail.

According to the police department’s use of force policy, officers are prohibited from firing at moving vehicles “unless deadly physical force is being used against the police member or another person by means other than a moving vehicle.” The use of force may be justified if the officer perceived the vehicle is being used as a weapon against the officer.

Authorities said the vehicle in question was stolen and a firearm was recovered from inside. Jeans was slammed with nine charges including second-degree recklessly endangering safety, operating a motor vehicle to flee or in an attempt to elude an officer and armed robbery. Three other teens, including the pregnant girl, were also slammed with armed robbery charges.

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34 from Portis leads Milwaukee to 112-101 Victory Over Washington

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December 22, 2024

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34 from Portis leads Milwaukee to 112-101 Victory Over Washington

Matt Yeazel brings you Bucks in 6, a 6-minute recap of Milwaukee’s 112-101 over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night despite Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard being out with injuries.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Bobby Portis replaced Giannis Antetokounmpo in the starting lineup and scored a season-high 34 points, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a 112-101 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night.

Khris Middleton had 18 points, six rebounds and eight assists for the Bucks, while Portis finished with 10 rebounds and eight assists.

Antetokounmpo (back spasms) missed his third game of the season and the Bucks also played again without Damian Lillard (right calf strain) after winning the NBA Cup earlier this week.

Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers said Lillard could play Monday against Chicago.

Rookie Ryan Rollins started at point guard in Lillard’s absence and contributed 14 points in 31 minutes. Center Brook Lopez also had 14 and Gary Trent Jr. had 15 points and seven rebounds.

Middleton played for the second straight night after scoring 14 points in 19 minutes at Cleveland on Friday. He continues to get into shape after missing the first 21 games following offseason surgery on both ankles.

Jordan Poole scored 26 points and Bilal Coulibaly had 20 points and 11 rebounds for Washington.

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Milwaukee kids pick gifts for family members at 'We Got This Garden'

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December 21, 2024

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Milwaukee kids pick gifts for family members at 'We Got This Garden'

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“We Got This Garden” hosts event for area kids to pick gifts for family members

MILWAUKEE – The holidays came early on Milwaukee’s north side on Saturday, Dec. 21

At “We Got This Garden” near 9th and Ring, kids were able to pick out gifts to give to a parent, guardian, or other family members.

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“Around this time of the year, parents, guardians loved ones – they want to make their kids feel as special as they can,” said Meg Bruzan, team leader with We Got This Milwaukee. “We thought it would just be really great for kids to be able to give back a little bit to those families that do so much every single day of the year.”

The event was new this year. It was made possible due to donations, which the organization accepts online.

In the summer, “We Got This Garden” welcomes neighborhood kids to learn the basics of gardening – and earn some money in the process.

Data shows that the 53206 area is one of the most incarcerated ZIP codes in the nation. There are also health and poverty concerns.

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Milwaukee Families Gather to Celebrate the Holidays and Promote Infant Health – Milwaukee Courier Weekly Newspaper

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December 21, 2024

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Milwaukee Families Gather to Celebrate the Holidays and Promote Infant Health – Milwaukee Courier Weekly Newspaper

Children, parents and grandparents enjoyed spending the evening together at the Ascension Ebenezer Resource Center.

By Ascension Wisconsin

Amid laughter and holiday cheer, 26 families from across Milwaukee gathered for the 5th Annual Blanket of Love Christmas Dinner, hosted at Ascension Ebenezer Resource Center, located at Ebenezer Church of God in Christ.

The Blanket of Love program, a year-round initiative by Ascension Wisconsin, provides expectant mothers and families with essential support, education, and resources aimed at reducing infant mortality and promoting family wellness. The Christmas dinner brought families together to celebrate the season with games, ornament-making, a shared meal, gift-giving, and a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas.

Families from across Milwaukee shared dinner and learned more about Ascension’s Blanket of Love program.

“I have been coming to Blanket of Love for years. Ascension has helped support me with all three of my pregnancies,” said Alexsis Bailey-Grier. “This program is a true blessing for the community.”

The program fosters a sense of community through health and wellness education, shared meals, and connections with Ascension nurses, social workers, and patient navigators.

Children had fun playing games, making ornaments and creating art.

This year alone, more than 5,000 families have benefited from the educational, social, and healthcare resources provided through Ascension Wisconsin’s Blanket of Love program. These services are delivered through Ascension hospitals, 36 Milwaukee churches, neighborhood centers, and community partners.

“One of the most important things we do in Blanket of Love is recognize the importance of family all year long but especially during the holiday season,” said Brenda Hoskins, MSW, an Ascension Wisconsin social worker. “Some parents tell me this is a particularly hard time of year for them. When we come together in celebration, it brings a feeling of connectedness through community.”

Families celebrated being together and making Christmas memories.

The program’s overarching goal is to ensure more children in Milwaukee are born healthy and strong, giving them the chance to celebrate their first birthday.

“Education builds the foundation of behaviors and habits that have a positive impact on an individual’s health,” said Julia Means, Ascension RN and Blanket of Love founder.

“When we say ‘blanket of love’ we mean we wrap you in a blanket of love,” Means said. “We want our families to know they are loved and valued and that love spreads throughout our community. Christmas is a time to spread and share love.”

For more information please visit https://www.behealthybeyou.org/programs-bol or call 414-465-4587. Donations for Ascension Wisconsin Blanket of Love can be made to the Ascension Wisconsin Foundation at: giveAWF.org/community-giving.

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