NewsMilwaukee County

Actions

Missing Milwaukee 7-year-old boy found safe, one arrested, police

Amber Alert cancelled for Jamal White
Family reunites with 7-year-old Jamal White after being taken by gunpoint
Jamal White
White Jeep Renegade
Posted
and last updated

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee police say a 7-year-old missing boy has been found safe after being abducted near his home.

According to the Milwaukee Police Department, there has been one arrest made in connection with the AMBER Alert and disappearance of the 7-year-old. The police department has not released any further information on charges.

Watch: Family reunites with 7-year-old boy after being taken by gunpoint:

Family reunites with 7-year-old Jamal White after being taken by gunpoint

Jamal White was first reported critically missing Friday night. An AMBER Alert was officially issued just before midnight, that has now been canceled.

White was last seen around 7 p.m. Friday in the area of 6200 W Hustis Street.

Family of the 7-year-old say he was found near 39th and Lloyd Saturday night.

Police said they were searching for a Black male suspect who was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black face mask. He was also armed with a handgun.

The suspect was driving a white Jeep Renegade with unknown plates.

On Monday, police confirmed a 25-year-old man was arrested, and criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.


Let's talk:
Hey there! At TMJ4 News, we're all about listening to our audience and tackling the stuff that really matters to you. Got a story idea, tip, or just want to chat about this piece? Hit us up using the form below. For more ways to get in touch, head over to tmj4.com/tips.


It’s about time to watch on your time. Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for “TMJ4” on your device.

Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more.


Report a typo or error // Submit a news tip