Milwaukee police chase, crash; squad hit, 2 officers hurt
MILWAUKEE - A 24-year-old man was taken into custody on Tuesday night, Feb. 27, following a police chase and crash involving a Milwaukee Police Department squad. Three people, including two officers, were taken to the hospital.
According to police, around 5:40 p.m., officers observed a vehicle traveling recklessly near 20th and Orchard and attempted a traffic stop.
The vehicle fled at a high rate of speed, ran a red light at Muskego and Mitchell and collided with two vehicles – including an MPD squad.
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The driver of the fleeing vehicle was taken into custody after a brief foot pursuit. A firearm and suspected illegal narcotics were located in his vehicle.
The driver of the vehicle hit, identified as a 50-year-old, was taken to the hospital for treatment. Two officers, identified as a 38-year-old and a 51-year-old, were in the squad that was hit. They were also taken to the hospital.
Milwaukee police squad involved in crash near Muskego and Mitchell
Elizabeth Ramirez is the initiative coordinator with Muskego Way Forward. It’s a group that works to make the neighborhood better.
"Recently, we’ve been seeing a lot more increase in reckless driving in the area," Ramirez said. "It’s just a lot going on."
Ramirez said Tuesday’s crash is just adding to the list of worries for neighbors in the area.
"The community is concerned," she said. "They don’t want to see more, you know, chases around here."
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She said with the uptick in crashes, violence and close calls, the group has reached out to local leaders looking for changes.
"That’s one of the main concerns, is safety around here," she said. "A lot of neighbors are requesting more patrols."
Alberto Aguirre is one of those in the area who said he’s fed up with the chaos.
"It’s just out of control," said Alberto Aguirre. "A lot of gun shooting, people speeding,"
Milwaukee police squad involved in crash near Muskego and Mitchell
He said he wants city leaders to come out and see for themselves.
"Nobody’s paying attention to all these streets," Aguirre said. "We don’t have anybody to help us."
The MPD said both officers involved in the crash are recovering at home.
Charges are pending review by the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.