Fatal Crash Ends Milwaukee Police Pursuit; Suspect Arrested, Narcotics Found
Milwaukee Police were involved in a vehicle pursuit on Sunday, November 1st, 2026, at approximately 10:09 p.m., on S. Layton Blvd and W. Greenfield Ave. Officers observed a vehicle driving recklessly on S. 23rd St., and W. Greenfield Ave. Officers made a U-turn and located the vehicle at S. Muskego Ave., and W. Mitchell St. They attempted to make a traffic stop; the driver refused to stop and a pursuit ensued. The pursuit ended when the vehicle struck another vehicle on S. Layton Blvd., and W. Greenfield Ave. The driver of the suspect vehicle, a 36-year-old male, was taken into custody and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The passenger, a 28-year-old female, was transported to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
The driver of the vehicle that was struck, an 18-year-old, succumbed to the injuries sustained and was pronounced deceased on scene.
Illegal narcotics were located during the arrest.
This is an active and ongoing investigation.
Charges will be reviewed by the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.
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