MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Police are investigating a quintuple shooting that occurred just after midnight Saturday in the 600 block of North Water Street.
A 52-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. Four others, ranging in age from 30 to 39, all sustained non-fatal gunshot wounds and were treated at nearby hospitals.
This investigation is ongoing. Milwaukee Police continue to seek unknown suspect(s). 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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MPD released the following statement regarding the shooting and other recent incidents of violence in the downtown entertainment area:
"Recently, the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) has responded to violent incidents in our downtown entertainment district area in the 600 block of N. Water Street, including a quintuple shooting that occurred early this morning.
MPD has been proactively working with our intergovernmental partners including the Common Council and the City Attorney’s Office to address these issues.
MPD is dedicated to working with our elected officials, our public safety partners and the community to cultivate a safe environment for everyone to enjoy our city especially during this summer.
MPD asks that we all do better at resolving conflict without resorting to gun violence. MPD will not tolerate violent behavior in our city and will hold those who engage in violence accountable.
Anyone with any information regarding the recent violent acts is asked to contact Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-Tips or P3 Tips App.
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