Gunfire on a Milwaukee block left a 32-year-old wounded Saturday afternoon near 48th Street and Center Street, with the victim driving to a nearby hospital after being hit. The shooting unfolded just before 2:30 p.m., and officers stayed on scene as investigators canvassed the neighborhood for evidence and witnesses.
The Milwaukee Police Department said the 32-year-old was shot shortly before 2:30 p.m. in the area of 48th and Center, and then transported to a local hospital for treatment, according to FOX6 News Milwaukee. Police have not released additional details about the victim.
Investigators are urging anyone who knows what happened to contact MPD at 414-935-7360. To remain anonymous, tipsters can call Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or use the P3 Tips app, as outlined by the City of Milwaukee. Detectives said they plan to review surveillance from nearby homes or businesses, along with any available cellphone video from the area.
Part of a string of recent shootings
This latest shooting comes on the heels of several other nonfatal incidents around the city in recent weeks, including an April 12 shooting near 45th and Center that highlighted ongoing gun-violence concerns in Milwaukee, according to TMJ4. Community leaders and police have continued to press residents to share footage and information that could help detectives connect the dots.
How to help investigators
MPD says the investigation into Saturday’s shooting remains active, and detectives are specifically asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has video to come forward. Reporters with FOX6 News Milwaukee said they went to the scene and requested information from police. Authorities have not announced any suspect information and say more details will be released as they become available.
