the Milwaukee shooting; 3 teenagers shot dead after launch of gun violence prevention program

MILWAUKEE – In the evening of Tuesday, October 29, three teenagers were shot dead in Milwaukee.

Police said it happened in the area of ​​3rd and Vienna at about 9:40 p.m

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Two victims, a 15-year-old and an 18-year-old, suffered non-fatal gunshot wounds and were taken to a hospital for treatment. The investigation is ongoing.

Later, the police reported that the third victim was admitted to the hospital. The third victim, a 17-year-old boy, also received a non-fatal gunshot wound.

The police continue to search for all those involved.

All three are expected to survive.

Community reaction

Riddell Reed has lived on Milwaukee’s north side for 50 years. But he said he had never seen anything like it.

“I heard about eight or nine, 10 shots. It was a lot,” Reed said.

He was walking his dog on Tuesday night, shortly before 10, when he heard gunshots, followed by a group of children.

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“One of the guys who was shooting was wounded and laying there on the ground,” Reid recalled. “They were supposed to be at home getting ready for school or something.”

The shooting happened just hours after it was announced in Milwaukee County gun violence prevention initiative under the name “Advanced peace”. Federally funded, the fellowship connects mentors with youth, providing enrollment and opportunities for growth.

“They need to put down their guns and go get an education,” Reid said.

In a statement to FOX6 News, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley specifically said, “I encourage members of the community to lower the temperature and strive for peace. Violence prevention will not happen without all of us, especially our adults, providing mentorship and serving as positive examples for our youth.”

MPD is investigating

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or use the P3 Tips app .