Milwaukee police are asking for the public’s help after a late-night shooting that targeted a vehicle near Villard Drive and Hopkins Street on Feb. 16. The incident happened around 10:30 p.m., and investigators say they want to hear from anyone who was in the area or has video from that night.
Police released photos and a description
According to FOX6 Milwaukee, investigators shared surveillance images of the person they are looking for. The suspect is described as a Black male, believed to be between 17 and 20 years old, last seen wearing a brown coat over a black hooded sweatshirt, a black cap, gray jeans and gray shoes with white laces. Police say he was armed with a black handgun when the shots were fired.
What police say happened
Officers say multiple rounds were fired at a vehicle near Villard and Hopkins at about 10:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 16, and detectives are still piecing together what led up to the gunfire. Authorities have not released additional information about any potential victims or a possible motive, CBS 58 reports.
How to help investigators
Anyone with information is asked to call Milwaukee police at 414-935-1200. Tipsters who prefer to stay anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or submit information through the P3 Tips app, according to FOX6 Milwaukee. Investigators say saving original video files and noting the correct timestamps can make a big difference when they are trying to identify people or vehicles seen in the area.
Where this fits in city trends
The Milwaukee Police Department’s Quarter 1 review shows non‑fatal shootings were down 27% in the first three months of 2026 compared with the same period a year earlier, with 80 incidents through March 31 versus 110 in 2025. Even with that drop, officials say each unsolved shooting resonates in the neighborhood, and detectives are still canvassing the north side around Villard and Hopkins in search of witnesses.
