Milwaukee teen injured in shooting

Police investigating incident on North Port Washington Avenue

Mar. 31, 2026 at 1:49am

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A 16-year-old was injured in a shooting incident on March 30 in Milwaukee. The teen was taken to a local hospital for treatment of non-fatal injuries, according to the Milwaukee Police Department. The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation, and no suspect has been identified.

Why it matters

Gun violence involving minors is a serious concern in Milwaukee, which has seen an increase in youth-related crime in recent years. This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of gun violence and improve public safety in the city's neighborhoods.

The details

The shooting occurred at 3:42 p.m. on March 30 in the 3600 block of North Port Washington Avenue. The injured 16-year-old was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-fatal injuries. Police are investigating the circumstances leading up to the shooting, but no suspect has been identified at this time.

  • The incident occurred at 3:42 p.m. on March 30, 2026.

The players

Milwaukee Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact them at 414-935-7360 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or through the P3 Tips app.

The takeaway

This shooting highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence involving minors in Milwaukee, underscoring the need for comprehensive strategies to address the root causes and improve public safety in the city's neighborhoods.