Greenfield Gas Station Shooting: Gunman Fires Dozens of Rounds at Truck Driver

No injuries reported as police arrest Milwaukee man at the scene

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Greenfield police responded to a Speedway gas station on Thursday afternoon after receiving reports of shots fired. Authorities say a 46-year-old Milwaukee man exited his vehicle and fired more than a dozen rounds at the driver of a semi-truck in the parking lot, though no one was struck by the gunfire. The suspect was arrested at the scene and a handgun was recovered from his vehicle.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence in the Milwaukee area, as well as the potential dangers faced by commercial truck drivers and others in public spaces. While no one was injured, the reckless discharge of a firearm in a crowded gas station parking lot could have resulted in serious harm to bystanders.

The details

According to the Greenfield Police Department, officers responded to the Speedway gas station at 60th and Cold Spring just after noon on February 5th following reports of shots fired. Investigating officers determined that a 46-year-old Milwaukee man had exited his vehicle, pulled out a handgun, and fired more than a dozen rounds at the driver of a semi-truck who was also in the parking lot. Police say they are currently unaware of any prior altercation that may have led to the shooting. The suspect surrendered peacefully to police, and a handgun was recovered from his vehicle.

  • The incident occurred just after noon on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

The players

Greenfield Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the shooting incident at the Speedway gas station.

46-year-old Milwaukee man

The suspect who exited his vehicle, pulled out a handgun, and fired more than a dozen rounds at the driver of a semi-truck in the gas station parking lot.

Semi-truck driver

The victim who was in the Speedway gas station parking lot when the suspect opened fire on his vehicle, though he was not struck by any of the gunfire.

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What they’re saying

“This case will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office for review and potential criminal charges.”

— Greenfield Police Department (fox6now.com)

What’s next

The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office will review the case and determine if any criminal charges will be filed against the 46-year-old suspect.

The takeaway

This shooting incident at a Greenfield gas station underscores the ongoing problem of gun violence in the Milwaukee area and the potential dangers that can arise from the reckless discharge of firearms in public spaces, even when no one is ultimately harmed.