Milwaukee fatal crash, 20th and Burleigh; 1 arrested

A 30-year-old man is dead following a crash that occurred Sunday, Feb. 25.

Milwaukee police said the crash happened near 20th and Burleigh around 6:15 p.m.

Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop with a 40-year-old man, who fled eastbound on Burleigh and crashed into the 30-year-old. On Monday, Feb. 26, the victim was identified as 30-year-old Amari Smith.

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Police said Smith was pronounced deceased at the scene.

20th and Burleigh crash scene via surveillance video

The 40-year-old man was taken into custody and a gun has been recovered.

Charges are pending review by the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office and the investigation is ongoing.

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