MILWAUKEE, WI — Authorities are investigating a violent shooting that occurred late Saturday evening near the intersection of 55th Street and Custer Avenue, leaving a young man in critical condition with multiple gunshot wounds, including one to the chest and another to the head.
According to preliminary reports, emergency services were dispatched to the scene shortly after the shooting was reported. The victim, an unidentified male believed to be in his 20s, was found lying unresponsive. First responders immediately began CPR in an attempt to resuscitate him, as the injuries were described as life-threatening.
The area was quickly secured by Milwaukee Police Department officers, with yellow crime scene tape marking off the intersection. A heavy law enforcement presence was observed as detectives began canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and potential video surveillance footage.
At this time, there is no word on any suspects or a motive. Authorities have not indicated whether the shooting was targeted or random, and no arrests have been announced. The investigation remains in its early stages.
The identity of the victim has not been officially released pending notification of family, and his condition has not been updated beyond the initial report that CPR was in progress on site.
As word spread through the neighborhood and online, many expressed concern over the continued gun violence in the city. Community members took to social media under hashtags such as Milwaukee MKE Shooting Newsfeed to call for peace and accountability.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Milwaukee Police Department or Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS. Anonymous tips may help bring clarity to the situation and lead to justice for the victim.
This story is developing. More details will be shared as they become available.
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