18-year-old accused in double shooting that killed David Stange ordered to stand trial
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- An 18-year-old man accused in a double shooting that killed one person was in court on Wednesday, May 11th for his preliminary hearing.
Shomeek Johnson
The court found probable cause for Shomeek Johnson of Milwaukee to stand trial in this case.
An arraignment has been scheduled for May 24th.
The double shooting happened near the McDonald's restaurant on Good Hope Road near Teutonia Avenue on April 24th.
David Stange died on April 25th as a result of his injuries in this shooting.
Johnson faces the following charges:
Police said their investigation into this shooting revealed the victims were involved in an illegal drug transaction just prior to the shooting.
Shooting at Good Hope and Teutonia
The criminal complaint filed against Johnson indicates the two victims and a third person driving an SUV, who spoke with police, "planned to come to Milwaukee to purchase pills."
After a transaction had taken place, the third person (driving the SUV) noticed a car with darkened windows following him and the two victims. He then "heard seven shots, and the shots were coming into the truck." This person then "slammed on his brakes, made a U-turn, and then drove to the McDonald's where he yelled for help."
The complaint indicates Stange died from a gunshot wound to the head.
Another person was shot and wounded.
The driver of the SUV was not hurt in this exchange -- but now faces possible charges because "he had not been truthful" during an initial interview with police. He indicated at the time that "he was afraid."
If convicted of the more serious charge, Johnson faces up to 60 years in prison.
Shooting at Teutonia and Good Hope