MPD continues to investigate Officer involved shooting of homicide suspect
On Tuesday, May 5, 2020, at approximately 02:02 p.m., Milwaukee Police officers were dispatched to a shooting incident that occurred on the 2700 block of West North Avenue. The 911 caller stated a female was shot by a male.
Upon arrival, officers encountered a male, who was armed with a firearm and had just shot a female. This suspect then fired his firearm at officers at which time two officers fired shots at the suspect, subsequently striking the suspect. The suspect, a 51-year-old male, sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he was treated and released. The suspect’s firearm was recovered at the scene. No officers were injured during this incident.
The victim was identified as Cathy King, a 49-year-old female. Ms. King and the suspect were involved in a domestic relationship. Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office in the upcoming days.
Chief Alfonso Morales continues to send his thoughts and prayers to the victim’s family and friends.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. It has not been verified for its accuracy or completeness.
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