Jury Selection Continues in Milwaukee Officer Killing Trial

Tremaine Jones faces charges in the fatal shooting of Officer Kendall Corder last year.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:05am

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Jury selection continues in the trial of 23-year-old Tremaine Jones, who is charged with fatally shooting Milwaukee police Officer Kendall Corder in June of last year. Jones has pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree intentional homicide, attempted first-degree intentional homicide, and first-degree recklessly endangering safety. Lawyers were unable to seat a full jury on the first day of the trial, and the process is expected to wrap up on Tuesday.

Why it matters

The killing of Officer Corder marked the sixth line-of-duty death in Milwaukee since 2018, highlighting the ongoing challenges and risks faced by law enforcement in the city. The outcome of this trial could have significant implications for public safety and community-police relations.

The details

Prosecutors allege that Jones shot at Corder and another officer, McCray, 16 times while hiding behind a bush in what authorities have described as "an ambush." McCray was shot in the foot but survived, while Corder was taken to the hospital but died of his injuries three days later. Jones has also been charged with possession of a short-barrel shotgun or rifle.

  • The shooting incident occurred on June 26 of last year.
  • Jury selection began on March 31, 2026 and is expected to wrap up on April 1, 2026.
  • Jones has been in the Milwaukee County Jail since his arrest on June 26.

The players

Tremaine Jones

A 23-year-old man charged with fatally shooting Milwaukee police Officer Kendall Corder.

Officer Kendall Corder

A Milwaukee police officer who was fatally shot in June of last year.

Officer McCray

A Milwaukee police officer who was shot in the foot but survived the attack.

Grant Huebner

The assistant district attorney prosecuting the case against Tremaine Jones.

Abigail Ruckdashel

One of the defense lawyers representing Tremaine Jones.

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What’s next

A final jury, made up of 12 jurors and two alternates, is expected to be seated on April 1. Once the jury is selected, the trial will proceed with opening statements from the prosecution and defense.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing risks and challenges faced by law enforcement in Milwaukee, where officer-involved shootings have become increasingly common in recent years. The outcome of this trial could have significant implications for public safety and community-police relations in the city.