Milwaukee Man Charged with Murdering Roommate After Argument

Suspect allegedly stabbed woman 22 times and texted her daughter about the killing

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A 39-year-old Milwaukee man named Mile Dukic has been charged with first-degree intentional homicide after allegedly stabbing his 44-year-old roommate, Amanda Varisco, 22 times during an argument. Dukic reportedly texted Varisco's daughter to tell her that he "killed" her mother, claiming Varisco was "disrespectful and mean" and talking to another man on the phone.

Why it matters

This case highlights the dangers of domestic violence and the need for better support systems to prevent such tragedies. It also raises questions about the criminal justice system's handling of repeat offenders, as Dukic was out on bail for previous felony charges at the time of the alleged murder.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, Dukic and Varisco were not in a romantic relationship, but were occasional sexual partners who shared an apartment. On the night of the incident, Dukic became upset when Varisco tried to leave the apartment to speak with another man on the phone. Dukic allegedly punched Varisco until she appeared unconscious, then got a knife and stabbed her 22 times in the chest and abdomen. He then texted Varisco's daughter to tell her he had killed her mother.

  • On the night of February 10, 2026, the incident occurred in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

The players

Mile Dukic

A 39-year-old Milwaukee resident who was charged with first-degree intentional homicide for allegedly stabbing his roommate, Amanda Varisco.

Amanda Varisco

A 44-year-old Milwaukee woman who was allegedly murdered by her roommate, Mile Dukic, after an argument.

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What they’re saying

“I didn't want to do it.”

— Mile Dukic (Law&Crime)

“[S]he was disrespectful and mean" and she was talking to another "dude" on the phone.”

— Mile Dukic (Law&Crime)

“I think she [is] dead.”

— Mile Dukic (Law&Crime)

What’s next

Dukic is scheduled to appear in court on March 10 in connection with the previous charges he was out on bail for at the time of the alleged murder.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the need for better support systems and intervention to prevent domestic violence, as well as reforms to ensure the criminal justice system effectively handles repeat offenders and protects vulnerable individuals.