Gunfire shattered a quiet Sunday night in West Allis when shots rang out near S. 59th Street and W. Burnham Street, sending neighbors to their phones and police racing to the scene. Several residents called 911 around 9 p.m., and officers arriving in the area found shell casings on the ground. Police said there were no reports of anyone being struck by gunfire.
Officers Recover Shell Casings; No Known Injuries
According to CBS 58, multiple callers reported hearing shots around 9 p.m. Sunday. Responding officers searched the area and located shell casings, confirming that rounds had been fired. As of the station's initial update, there were no reports of injuries tied to the gunfire.
Investigators stayed on scene, checking for additional evidence and looking for anyone who might have seen or heard more than the initial bursts of gunfire. Police continued to canvass the block as neighbors watched the late-night activity unfold from their windows.
Burnham Corridor Has Seen Other Shootings
The Burnham Street corridor has dealt with violence before. TMJ4 previously reported a shooting at S. 60th Street and W. Burnham Street that left one person injured and led to two people being taken into custody. That earlier case highlighted repeated problems along stretches of Burnham that have drawn police attention and community concern. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward.
Police Seek Witnesses
The investigation into Sunday night's shots-fired call remains active as officers review any available footage and knock on doors looking for witnesses. According to the city's police department website, the West Allis Police Department non-emergency line is (414) 302-8000. Residents can use that number or other local law-enforcement tip lines to share information that could help identify who pulled the trigger.
