Police Provide Update on Officer-Involved Shooting in Superior

Superior Police Chief shares some details as state investigation continues

Apr. 14, 2026 at 8:55am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a police badge or handcuff against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the gritty, investigative nature of the officer-involved shooting inquiry.A police investigation into a recent officer-involved shooting seeks to balance transparency with the need for a thorough, fact-based process.Superior Today

The Superior Police Department has released more information about an officer-involved shooting that occurred on April 7th, with the investigation now being handled by the Wisconsin Department of Justice. Police Chief Paul Winterscheidt shared some details to counter misinformation, while noting the DOJ probe is ongoing and conclusions must be based on verified facts.

Why it matters

Officer-involved shootings are highly scrutinized incidents that often spark public concern and demands for transparency. The Superior Police Department is seeking to balance the need for information with the requirement to allow the state's thorough investigation to unfold before drawing final conclusions.

The details

According to the police, the victim of the shooting has been identified as 42-year-old David Donald Ducado Menton. Authorities say a firearm was recovered at the scene and body cam footage confirms officers rendered aid following the incident. The DOJ investigation includes forensic analysis and evaluation of all available evidence.

  • The officer-involved shooting occurred on April 7th.
  • The Superior Police Department provided an update on the investigation on April 14th.

The players

Paul Winterscheidt

The Superior Police Chief, who shared details about the incident to counter misinformation.

David Donald Ducado Menton

The 42-year-old victim of the officer-involved shooting.

Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation

The state agency now handling the investigation into the officer-involved shooting.

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What they’re saying

“It is critical that conclusions are based on verified facts, not speculation or incomplete information.”

— Paul Winterscheidt, Superior Police Chief

What’s next

The DOJ investigation is ongoing, and the police department remains fully cooperative with the process.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for thorough, fact-based investigations into officer-involved shootings to ensure transparency and build public trust, even as the public often desires immediate answers.