Attack near Milwaukee's Bradley Tech; adults hurt, teens arrested
MILWAUKEE - A massive brawl in Walker's Point lands one elderly man in the hospital and several teens in jail.
Video of the assault is sparking outrage in the community as it makes the rounds on social media, with several viewers sending FOX6 the video.
It happened around 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11, after Bradley Tech students were let out.
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It happened in an alley near 1st and National across from a McDonald's.
On Thursday, Sept. 12, community members were out rallying for accountability and respect.
"Unfortunately, people have to see my father like that," Jesus Andino, Jr. said about his 62-year-old father, one of the men assaulted. "They were messing with his car, he asked them to move, the crowd formed around him and things escalated from there."
Along with Andino, a 53-year-old man and 63-year-old Freddie Vega were assaulted. Vega was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
"It’s a lack of care, a lack of accountability, holding people accountable. If it was your situation, your father, parent, whatever the case may be, what would you do?" asked Felipe Martinez, Vega's son.
Martinez also said situations like this happen more than they should. He said it's an issue falling on teens, parents, teachers, leaders, and law enforcement to put a stop to it.
"I really couldn’t believe that he was so bloody," Martinez said. "I really couldn’t believe that happened."
FOX6 reached out to Milwaukee Public Schools, and received a statement saying this did not happen on the campus nor during school hours.
"We need to mend our families and the only way to do that is for parents to get more active in their children’s lives," said Rocky Aleman with Your Move MKE.
Information from MPD
Police say two 14-year-old males and a 15-year-old male have been taken into custody. The suspects are facing aggravated felony assault charges.
MPD is seeking to identify others involved, including witnesses.
Police went on to say that the "behavior is not just unacceptable, it is inhumane."
MPD tips
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or use the P3 Tips app.
Statement from Mayor Cavalier Johnson
"I am appalled by the actions of the young people involved in yesterday’s assaults in the Bradley Tech neighborhood. The attack on the victims was without any conceivable justification. The victims have my prayers for a speedy recovery.
"Those responsible for the attacks must be held strictly accountable. I have spoken to police about this matter, and they tell me arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.
"It is also well past time for the restoration of police officers at schools. I ask MPS to address this with urgency."