MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee police say one of the victims has died after a double shooting early Monday morning inside Aurora Sinai Medical Center.
Authorities say 40-year-old Christopher M. Robinson, Jr. was pronounced dead at 3:14 p.m. on Monday.
The double shooting happened early Monday morning at the medical center, which is located near 12th and State.
According to the Milwaukee County Office of the Medical Examiner, Robinson was in the waiting room of the hospital when he was shot.
The medical examiner's office says Robinson was taken to Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa, where he later died.
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Officers responded to the scene at approximately 2:15 a.m. and took a 38-year-old man into custody in connection with the shooting. Police say there is no further or active public threat related to the shooting.
Police say the second victim, 38 years old, is being treated for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.
A spokesperson for Aurora Sinai Medical Center released this statement about the shooting: "We are heartbroken by the incident that took place in our Emergency Department lobby, and our thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones, and everyone affected, including our own dedicated care teams. As we continue our internal review and partner with local law enforcement as they actively investigate this event, we are focused on making sure our teammates have the support and resources they need during this difficult time."
Aurora Health Care also confirmed the medical center is open to the public following the shooting.
Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360. Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-8477 or through the P3 Tips App.
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