A 41-year-old man was found dead near North 37th Street and West Concordia Avenue on Friday afternoon, according to Milwaukee police. Officers were called to the area just after 4:15 p.m. on March 13, and investigators now believe the man died from stab wounds. The case has been classified as a homicide, and detectives are canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and surveillance video. Police have not released the victim’s name or described any possible suspects, as reported by WISN 12 News.
According to WISN 12 News, the Milwaukee Police Department said the stabbing remains under investigation and officers are searching for whoever is responsible. The station reports officers were notified shortly after 4:15 p.m. on March 13 and that there have been no arrests. Anyone with information is asked to call Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360 or Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS.
Concordia corridor has seen recent killings
Parts of Concordia Avenue’s north-side corridor have seen multiple deadly incidents in recent weeks. In mid-February, two men were killed near North 12th Street and West Concordia Avenue, and TMJ4 covered a fatal shooting near 38th and Concordia last month. Those incidents have renewed calls from community groups and city officials for targeted violence-prevention efforts in hot-spot neighborhoods. Residents say the growing list of crime scenes is raising alarm and heightening demands for faster follow-up from city services and outreach organizations.
Police ask for tips
The Milwaukee Police Office of Public Relations directs the public to official channels for updates and tips, according to the department’s communications site. The Milwaukee Police Office of Public Relations notes that investigators are working to identify suspects and witnesses. WISN 12 News also reports the department had not released the victim’s name as of its latest update. Anyone with information is asked to call 414-935-7360 or submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS.
