SHOREWOOD, Wis. (WFRV) – A string of incidents that began with a deadly shooting in southeastern Wisconsin ended with an officer being shot and the suspect killed after an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement.
A release provided by the Shorewood Police Department states that around 2:50 a.m. on Thursday, July 3, officers were called to the 4100 block of North Bartlett Avenue after reports of a shooting.
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While getting to the scene, a responding officer was shot in the chest, but thankfully serious injury was prevented thanks to a bullet-resistant vest. The officer was hospitalized but is expected to make a full recovery.
During the early stages of the investigation, officers found two people allegedly involved in the original shooting. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, and the second victim was taken to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect, who reportedly fled the scene of the shooting, was later pursued by law enforcement agencies. That pursuit ended near Milwaukee’s West Reservoir Avenue and North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
Near the end of the pursuit, the suspect allegedly exchanged gunfire with officers. After authorities returned fire, the suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.
It was noted in the release that the Shorewood Police Department was “not directly involved in the vehicle pursuit or the subsequent officer-involved shooting.”
We share our condolences to the family and loved ones of the individual who lost their life in this tragic and senseless act of violence. We also extend our thoughts to all those affected by this senseless violence. This incident is a sobering reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face each day in the line of duty. The bravery and quick response of our officers helped prevent further harm, and we are grateful for the protective equipment that safeguarded our injured officer. We want to express our deepest gratitude to all the assisting agencies.
Shorewood Police Department
The investigation remains ongoing and is led by the Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation. No additional details were provided.
