Holiday Shooting Kills 1 in Milwaukee

Police investigating late-night incident near 64th and Fond du Lac

Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:22pm

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The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a 40-year-old person dead on the city's north side. The incident occurred around 11:50 PM on Saturday near the intersection of 64th Street and Fond du Lac Avenue. Police say they have not made any arrests at this time.

Why it matters

Gun violence remains a major concern in Milwaukee, which has seen a rise in homicides in recent years. This holiday weekend shooting is the latest tragic incident in a city working to address public safety challenges.

The details

According to police, the 40-year-old victim was shot and killed late Saturday night near the intersection of 64th Street and Fond du Lac Avenue in Milwaukee. Authorities have not released any information about a suspect or potential motive for the shooting.

  • The shooting occurred around 11:50 PM on Saturday, April 5, 2026.

The players

Milwaukee Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone who has information about this incident is asked to call MPD at 414-935-7360. Callers may remain anonymous by contacting Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or by using the P3 Tips app.”

— Milwaukee Police Department

The takeaway

This tragic holiday weekend shooting underscores the ongoing challenges Milwaukee faces in addressing gun violence and keeping its neighborhoods safe. As the investigation continues, community leaders will likely renew calls for comprehensive solutions to prevent such senseless loss of life.