MILWAUKEE — A 13-year-old girl was killed in Milwaukee Wednesday night when a suspect negligently handled a firearm and unintentionally shot the victim, according to police.
The shooting occurred around 8:10 pm. Wednesday in the 3200 block of West Vliet Street.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. She was identified by the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office Thursday as Ryann T. Wilson.
A 14-year-old female and a 14-year-old male were taken into custody, according to police. Charges will be reviewed by the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting are under investigation.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or P3 Tips
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