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Gunfire in FedEx facility, employee arrested
A 27-year-old Milwaukee man was taken into custody on Sunday night, March 17, after police say he opened fire inside the FedEx distribution center on County Line Road in Menomonee Falls.
MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. - A 27-year-old Milwaukee man was taken into custody on Sunday night, March 17, after police say he opened fire inside the FedEx distribution center on County Line Road in Menomonee Falls.
According to police, officers were dispatched to the scene around 9:40 p.m. on Sunday, March 17 to investigate the report of a subject who had entered the facility with an automatic handgun.
Menomonee Falls FedEx facility
Shortly after officers arrived at the scene, they heard a single gunshot from within the facility. As officers approached the building, a man exited the side door with a gun in his hand.
Police say the man initially obeyed orders to drop his weapon. However, he resisted their efforts to take him into custody. He was taken to the Waukesha County Jail on multiple felony and misdemeanor charge recommendations.
Police say the man discharged 25 rounds from a Glock 19x pistol while inside the building – and that the man was a current FedEx employee.
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The building was unoccupied at the time of the incident. No injuries were reported.
Menomonee Falls FedEx facility
"Some people are going to solve their problems with violence. Unfortunately it involves guns in our society," said Daniel Hanlon, a retired police sergeant.
Hanlon is now director of training for Brookfield-based NobleSix. The group specializes in workplace security assessments – and active shooter awareness.
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"It’s not to frighten people or scare people – it’s the reality of you need to deescalate. You need to realize something triggered that employee to come back. What was it?" Hanlon said.
Menomonee Falls FedEx facility
Hanlon said many employees do not know what to do in the event of a workplace shooting.
"If there are people present – how do you barricade? How do you evacuate? How do you counter, if you have to?" Hanlon said.
Hanlon said this is a good reminder to all employers to prepare and plan.
Police say the suspect is expected to be charged in Waukesha County court on Tuesday.
FedEx statement
Heather Wilson, FedEx Media Relations
"We are aware of the incident in our Menomonee Falls, WI. facility last night and are grateful for the quick action by our security team and local law enforcement who apprehended the suspect. Safety of our team members is our highest priority, and we are thankful there are no injuries. We are fully cooperating with law enforcement’s investigation and any further questions should be directed to the investigating authorities."