Milwaukee police arrest man wearing ski mask, carrying concealed weapon
Milwaukee Police Department (MPD)
MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee police arrested a 21-year-old man for carrying a concealed weapon near 11th and Highland on Monday afternoon, July 15 – the first day of the Republican National Convention (RNC).
United States Capitol Police initially spotted the suspect looking suspicious -- wearing a ski mask and a large tactical backpack.
The Capitol Police stopped the man – and it was determined that the suspect was concealing a firearm in his backpack.
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Officials say the suspect does not have a legal concealed carry permit in Wisconsin or any other state.
Charges are pending review by the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.