Jury Selection Underway in Trial of Accused Milwaukee Cop Killer

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Jury selection has begun in the trial of Tremaine Jones, who is accused of ambushing and killing Milwaukee police Officer Kendall Corder in June 2025. Prosecutors say Jones jumped out from behind a bush and opened fire on Corder and his partner, who were responding to a shots-fired call. Corder died three days later from his injuries. The trial is expected to last at least a week and could extend longer.

Why it matters

This high-profile case involving the killing of a Milwaukee police officer has drawn significant public attention. The outcome of the trial could have major implications for public trust in law enforcement and the criminal justice system in the city.

The details

Prosecutors say surveillance footage shows Jones jumping out from behind a bush and opening fire on Corder and his partner Christopher McCray as they were walking down a dark alley. Corder, a 6-year veteran of the force, was struck and died three days later while on life support. An additional felony charge of possession of a short-barreled gun has been added to the case against Jones.

• Jury selection began on March 30, 2026.
• The shooting incident occurred in June 2025.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The judge will continue jury selection in the coming days, with the full trial expected to last at least a week.