MPD launches Operation Summer Guardian
MILWAUKEE, WI – On July 1, 2022, the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) launched a new initiative to address gun violence, Operation Summer Guardian. Prior to launching, MPD convened a group of community stakeholders to inform them of the initiative, obtained feedback and created a forum for follow-up to ensure our efforts best support the neighborhoods we are serving.
The Milwaukee Police Department uses technology that pinpoints locations of gunfire. A recent review of data collected reveals that there is a disproportionate amount of gunfire activations in specific areas of the city. Based on this data-driven analysis, there will be an increased police presence to address the firearm related violence in the following eight neighborhoods:
- Franklin Heights
- Metcalfe Park
- Muskego Way
- Old North Milwaukee
- Sherman Park
- St. Joseph
- Uptown
- Washington Park
These seven neighborhoods account for 12% of all gunfire activations in the city and 10% of all firearm related homicides. The deployment areas may be adjusted based on data driven analysis.
The Milwaukee Police Department’s response and enforcement strategies will be consistent with the standards of Constitutional Policing and guided by MPD’s Code of Conduct. Officers engaged in Operation Summer Guardian attended special training to ensure compliance with the Collins settlement agreement.
The Milwaukee Police Department is committed to working with the community and other stakeholders to make our neighborhoods safe. We are better together!
For more information, please visit: https://mkepdpio.org/home/operation-summer-guardian/
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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