A tragic incident shook the North Side of Milwaukee on Tuesday afternoon when a 35-year-old was fatally stabbed near 38th and Congress. The Milwaukee Police Department reported the event occurred just after 4 p.m. on September 17. Despite lifesaving attempts by responders, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene, as confirmed by FOX6 News. A suspect, aged 54, has been taken into custody, with the circumstances leading up to the stabbing still under investigation.
Neighbors interviewed by TMJ4 expressed shock at the violent occurrence in their typically quiet surroundings. "It’s really quiet around here so I’m shocked that it happened," Nevaeh Kennedy, who works just blocks away, recounted to TMJ4. Further sharing her dismay, Kennedy added, "There’s something happening every day. It’s just getting ridiculous."
The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office is currently reviewing the case for potential charges against the arrested individual. The Milwaukee Fire Department, having responded to the area for a "report of people down," found and attempted to revive the victim to no avail. According to TMJ4, the Milwaukee County medical examiner's presence was requested at the crime scene, signaling the gravity of the events that unfolded.
Authorities are urging those who may hold any knowledge about the incident to reach out. An appeal has been made, asking anyone with information to quickly contact the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360 or, to remain anonymous, to engage with Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS, as per CBS58. The option to use the P3 Tips app is also available for those preferring to share information through digital means.
