Milwaukee shootings Friday; 4 wounded, suspect sought

MILWAUKEE - Separate Milwaukee shootings wounded four people on Friday, Nov. 24 – continuing a violent start to the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend.

Two other people were shot Thursday, including a 17-year-old boy who was killed near 24th and Wells.

Teutonia and Capitol

Two people were shot and wounded around 1:30 a.m. Police said the victims, ages 48 and 43, went to a hospital for treatment. The investigation is ongoing, but police believe it was the result of an argument. 

15th and Mitchell

A 32-year-old shot and wounded around 10:35 a.m. Police said the victim arrived a hospital for treatment. The shooting appears to be the result of an argument, and police are looking for a suspect.

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25th and Keefe

A 55-year-old was injured in a shooting around 11:45 p.m.  Police say the victim arrived at a local hospital for treatment of injuries. Police are working to figure out what led up to the shooting and the person or persons responsible.

Holidays and domestic violence

Milwaukee police haven't defined the Thursday and Friday shootings as domestic violence. The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence estimates 20 people are hurt every minute by a partner, and data shows that violence only gets worse during the holidays.

It could be for a number of reasons, according to psychologists, from stressful family dynamics to tight finances. Psychologists say stopping the cycle starts with recognizing the signs. 

MPD investigates

Anyone with information is asked to call MPD at 414-935-7360; to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or use the P3 tips app.