Statement on death of 4-year-old child
Alderwoman Larresa Taylor July 11, 2025
It is deeply upsetting that yet again the 9th District has been struck with a tragic, gun related death. This time the victim was a 4-year-old child. A child who had their whole life in front of them. These incidents shake our community to the core, and many are devastated by this most recent loss.
I, and many others, continue to be angry and frustrated by these incidents because they are wholly preventable. Be smart and be safe. Gun safety is a must. Use a gun lock. Properly store your guns, especially when children are present. And perhaps most importantly, seek alternative options before you reach for a gun to resolve a conflict. There are countless resources available – including local organizations like the city’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety, Safe and Sound, representatives from 414Life and Promise Keepers, in addition to the Milwaukee Police Department.
There are ways to protect and support our community, and working together is one of them. To that end, I want to thank local Pastor Parris Hibbler for organizing an emergency community prayer and support event for those impacted in the area.
We must come together so as a city we can rise above, and be better than the gun violence we see far too often. In this moment, let’s support the parents and family of the 4-year-old whose life was cut short yesterday, and let’s be part of the solution. We are always better together.
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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