Suspect Criminally Charged in Connection to a Homicide
MILWAUKEE, WI – Monday, October 24, 2022, the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office issued criminal charges against Benjamin N. Garrett in connection to a homicide that fatally injured a 12-year-old girl. The shooting occurred on Monday, October 10, 2022, at approximately 6:00 p.m., on the 5300 block of N. 37th Street.
Garrett was charged with one count of First Degree Reckless Homicide – Party to a Crime and one count of First Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety – Party to a Crime. If convicted, he could face up to 72 years, 6 months in prison and could be fined up to $25,000.
Milwaukee Police continue to seek Garrett. 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.
The Milwaukee Police Department continues to send our condolences 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.