Two Milwaukee residents have fallen to separate incidents of gun violence, marking a grim continuation of the city’s struggle with fatal shootings. The first victim, 40-year-old Brandon Edwards, was fatally shot near 107th and Wabash around 2 p.m. on Sunday. As per authorities, the suspect in this case remains at large, WTMJ reports.
The second victim, a 53-year-old Brian Johnson, reportedly died after a confrontation turned deadly near 64th and Mill at approximately 3:40 p.m., according to CBS 58. In a turn of familial tragedy, Johnson was allegedly shot by his own son who has since been apprehended. Both shootings have stirred continued concern in Milwaukee as the city reels from a year marked by violence.
In a look into the broader context of these incidents, FOX6 News has highlighted unsettling statistics from Milwaukee’s previous year. The city, having recorded 142 homicides in 2025, witnessed an increase in such violent ends despite other major cities observing declines. In a statement, Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson emphasized the importance of preventive programs and the goal to "build strong families and build strong neighborhoods."
These tragic losses ring a chorus of frustration that has become all too familiar across Milwaukee’s communities. For those who may hold pieces of this puzzle, information can be provided to Milwaukee Police at 414-935-7360 or shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS, or through the P3 Tips app.
