A double shooting near the intersection of 60th and Carmen in Milwaukee has resulted in the tragic death of a 15-year-old and left a 16-year-old injured last night, CBS58 reported. Milwaukee Police are currently investigating the incident as they search for suspects behind the fatal event that occurred around 8:50 p.m.
The Milwaukee Police Department disclosed, a 16-year-old victim who suffered non-fatal gunshot wounds was promptly transported to a local hospital for needed medical treatment, meanwhile, the second victim aged 15 was pronounced dead right there at the scene, this sobering reality serves as a stark reminder of the unforgiving nature of street violence TMJ4 reported. The area between W. Carmen Ave and W. Thurston Ave, along with a segment of 60th St north of Carmen Ave, was cordoned off as the Milwaukee Medical Examiner's Office joined the somber inquiry to determine the categorization of the incident.
In their continued efforts to shed light on the circumstances leading to the tragedy, Milwaukee police are soliciting information from anyone who may possess insights into the crime, they ask that persons come forward to aid in this pursuit of justice as echoed by local news outlets. WISN further reported that, despite the heavy weight of a life lost, the 16-year-old is expected to survive the ordeal.
The community is left grappling with the aftershocks of another young life disrupted by the violent tremors that too often ripple through the streets, unsettled spirits reddened eyes gaze into a future that holds sorrow and longing for what could have been according to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office the victim was a male, and as of now, no arrests have been made in the case, the investigation remains active with a plea for public cooperation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Milwaukee police at (414) 935-7360 or to contribute to the case anonymously, they can reach out to Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or use the P3 Tips online service.