Police: 18-year-old man shot and killed near N. 20th & Highland

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a homicide that took place near N. 20th and Highland Avenue Friday evening, December 18th.

The shooting occurred shortly before 8:00 p.m.

Milwaukee police say an 18-year-old man was walking home when he met with another male subject and and engaged in a conversation.

At one point, police say the male subject pulled a firearm and shot the 18-year-old man who died at the scene, despite life-saving efforts from police and fire personnel.

The victim has been identified as Joshua Words.

At this time, police say it is unknown if the subject and victim knew each other.

The circumstances surrounding this shooting remain under investigation.

No other details have been released.

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