MPD: 41-year-old woman shot, wounded near 9th and Hayes on city's south side

A 41-year-old Milwaukee woman was shot and wounded after an argument in a neighborhood on the city's south side on Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 19.

Police say the victim and suspect were engaged in an argument around 3 p.m. when the suspect brandished and discharged a firearm. The woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment.

Shooting at 9th and Hayes, Milwaukee

A 44-year-old Milwaukee man was arrested.

Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.

Shooting at 9th and Hayes, Milwaukee