Milwaukee man sentenced for 2020 homicide of cousin

Brandon Gladney was previously profiled on 'Wisconsin's Most Wanted' before being arrested in Arizona years later.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:22pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent bullet casing on a dark surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the gritty details of a homicide investigation.The discovery of multiple bullet casings at the scene of a fatal 2020 shooting in Milwaukee exposed the violent aftermath of a tragic family dispute.Today in Milwaukee

A Milwaukee man has been sentenced to 29 years in prison for the 2020 shooting death of his cousin. Brandon Gladney, 39, was found guilty of first-degree reckless homicide and possession of a firearm by a felon earlier this year. He was arrested in Arizona in 2023 after years on the run following the incident, which was captured on video.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in tracking down suspects who flee and evade arrest for years, as well as the lasting trauma and impact homicides have on families and communities.

The details

According to prosecutors, Gladney was captured on video arguing with his cousin outside a Milwaukee convenience store in May 2020. Gladney then walked away but returned with a gun and shot the victim, who died from his injuries at a nearby hospital. Multiple bullet casings were found at the scene.

  • The shooting happened in May 2020.
  • Gladney was arrested in Arizona in January 2023, years after being charged.

The players

Brandon Gladney

A 39-year-old Milwaukee man who was found guilty of first-degree reckless homicide and possession of a firearm by a felon for the 2020 shooting death of his cousin.

Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office

The office that prosecuted Gladney and ordered him to pay over $1,800 for extradition costs.

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What they’re saying

“It's all on video, and it's devastating for that family. You have a family member that shot and killed another family member.”

— The marshal on the case

The takeaway

This case highlights the lasting impact of homicides on families and communities, as well as the challenges law enforcement faces in tracking down suspects who evade arrest for years.