Milwaukee Police Department
Press Release

Suspect Criminally Charged in Connection to Sextuple Homicide

 

By - Jun 5th, 2022 01:07 pm

MILWAUKEE, WI – On Saturday, June 4, 2022, the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office issued criminal charges against Travis L. Birkley in connection to a sextuple homicide that occurred on January 23, 2022, on the 2500 block of N. 21st Street.

Birkley was charged with six counts of Felony Murder – Armed Robbery (Party to a Crime). If convicted, he could face up to 330 years in prison.

The Milwaukee Police Department continues to seek additional information regarding this incident. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-Tips or P3 Tips App.

The Milwaukee Police Department appreciates all the dedication and hard work of all our members, especially the Homicide Unit, that worked tirelessly with Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office to bring charges against Birkley. This arrest brings us one step closer to bringing justice for all the lives that were lost during this senseless tragedy. We continue to send our condolences to the family and friends of all the victims.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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