Milwaukee fatal shooting, Farwell and North, 15-year-old killed

MILWAUKEE - A 15-year-old boy was fatally shot near Farwell and North Avenue in Milwaukee during an argument late Monday, July 3. The medical examiner identified him as Willie Moore.

Police responded around 11 p.m. 

Video obtained by FOX6 News shows dozens running in fear as shots rang out in the crowded area. The Milwaukee Lakefront Fireworks wrapped up about an hour earlier, and people were out celebrating the holiday.

"It looked like a ruined Fourth of July holiday for everyone’s families," said Zach Barrow.

The medical examiner's website shows 11 children under 18 killed in Milwaukee County so far in 2023. 

"It’s kind of just terrifying seeing everybody running from that and the horror that happened," said Zach Yergens.

Police believe the shooting happened during an argument.

"Being that young and getting into an argument and getting killed over it is not great, obviously," said Elizabeth Martin, who works on North Avenue.

 "Whether it’s gangs, bad crowd, poor decisions – that should never happen," said Barrow.

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With the number of people in the area Monday night, witnesses said it could've been even worse.

"You’re seeing it more in these highly dense areas where there are a lot people and could be a lot of casualties," said Barrow. "It’s scary."

Fatal shooting near Farwell and North, Milwaukee

Police are looking for the shooter.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or P3 Tips.