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Kenosha Today
By the People, for the People
Suspect in Kenosha Stabbing Homicide Arrested After Shelter-in-Place Order
Police apprehended the suspect, Marcus Plaza, at a salon near 75th Street and 23rd Avenue in Kenosha.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 5:21pm
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Kenosha police arrested the suspect in a fatal stabbing homicide after a shelter-in-place order was issued for the area around 75th Street and 23rd Avenue. The suspect, 33-year-old Marcus Plaza, was taken into custody and transported by ambulance from a salon in that location.
Why it matters
This arrest brings an end to an intense manhunt for the suspect in a high-profile homicide case that has gripped the Kenosha community. The shelter-in-place order and swift police response highlight the urgency in apprehending a violent crime suspect to ensure public safety.
The details
Police received credible information that Plaza may be in the area of 75th Street and 23rd Avenue in Kenosha. Officers quickly swarmed the location, a salon called Hair Unlimited, and took Plaza into custody. He was removed from the building on a gurney and transported by ambulance. The arrest came just 8-10 minutes after police arrived on the scene and blocked off the area.
- Police received credible information about Plaza's location on April 2, 2026.
- The shelter-in-place order and police response occurred on the afternoon of April 2, 2026.
The players
Marcus Plaza
A 33-year-old man charged with the stabbing homicide of his estranged wife in Kenosha.
Kenosha Police
Law enforcement officials who carried out the arrest of Marcus Plaza after a day-long manhunt.
What’s next
Prosecutors will now formally charge Marcus Plaza with the homicide and he will appear before a judge. The investigation into the original stabbing incident is ongoing.
The takeaway
This arrest demonstrates the effectiveness of a coordinated law enforcement response and the importance of public cooperation in apprehending a dangerous suspect. It also highlights the tragic human toll of domestic violence and the need for continued efforts to address such crimes in the community.
