Bank robbed: Police seek suspect after incident at Franklin branch of WaterStone Bank
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police are investigating a robbery at the WaterStone Bank branch near Highway 100 and Speedway Drive.It happened around 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 29th.Police say an unknown suspect entered the bank and demanded money.The suspect fled the scene prior to officers' arrival, and police say that suspect was able to get away with an undetermined amount of cash.No one was hurt.The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office's K-9 unit assisted with a search for this suspect.The investigation is ongoing.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Busted: 55-year-old man in custody after Franklin homeowner found burglar in his home
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police say a suspect has been taken into custody -- accused of burglarizing a home on Wednesday afternoon, September 23rd.Police say the homeowner came home shortly before 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, and found someone burglarizing his home on West Stone Hedge Drive.The suspect was described as a white male, standing 5'9 to 5'10" tall, with a heavy, muscular build.That suspect fled the scene on foot.
"This is a small hiccup:" Vandals strike 'Kayla's Playground' days after ground was broken
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police are asking for your help in their search for suspects who damaged the new home of 'Kayla's Playground.' The vandalism occurred just days after ground was broken for this project.Officers responded to Franklin Wood Parks just before 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 6th to find vandalism to six portable toilets, two portable sinks and a portable spot light.
Cudahy bicyclist struck by vehicle, dies from injuries
FRANKLIN -- A 51-year-old Cudahy man died from injuries suffered after he was struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle in Franklin on Sunday evening, September 6th.Officials say the bicyclist was struck on S. 76th St.
Man seriously injured following two-vehicle crash near 76th & Ryan Road
FRANKLIN -- Franklin fire and police responded to a two-vehicle accident late Monday night, July 20th.It happened at the intersection of S. 76th Street and W.
Franklin police: Hales Corners man died of apparent natural causes while riding his bicycle
FRANKLIN -- Franklin police say a 54-year-old man died of apparent natural causes while riding his bicycle Saturday, June 13th.
"I'm livid:" Victim of identity theft gets notice from IRS, her tax refund may be going to someone else
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- A truly "taxing" experience for a Franklin woman who is the victim of identity theft.
"Very dangerous:" Woman beaten in attempted carjacking at Walmart that preceded high-speed chase
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Early Tuesday morning, April 21st, in the parking lot of the Walmart store on S. 27th Street in Franklin, a woman screamed for help as she was beaten by a group of men and teens in an attempted carjacking.
Franklin police warn residents about suspicious man in red van who motioned at children
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police are warning residents about a suspicious van driven by a man in his 60s.Police say on Monday, April 6th, they received a call regarding a red Dodge van, 2013 or newer with no rust being driven by a white male in his 60s.The man was wearing a baseball hat, and has no facial hair.
Charges filed in Franklin home invasion, and suspect was already in custody for similar crime
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Charges were filed on Monday, March 16th against 34-year-old Scott Vukovic of Milwaukee in connection with a home invasion that took place in Franklin at the end of January.
Franklin police: Violent home invasion involved 83-year-old victim, and no one's in custody
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police are seeking a suspect in connection with a home invasion involving an 83-year-old victim.It happened Monday, January 26th just after 3 a.m. near 117th and Oakwood Road.Police say a male suspect, between the ages of 20 and 29 entered the 83-year-old victim's home -- demanding money, prescription medication and alcohol.
Residents evacuated following trailer home fire near S. 27th Street in Franklin
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin Fire officials on Wednesday afternoon, November 19th were called out to the scene of a trailer home fire that has displaced residents.It happened at a trailer home in the 6300 block of S. 27th Street shortly before 4:00 p.m.Upon their arrival at the scene, fire officials observed flames and smoke pouring from the trailer.
Franklin police seek suspects after two victims found bound, held against their will in armed robbery
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police are seeking two suspects after two people were found bound and held against their will at a home on S. 92nd Street.Police on Monday morning, November 17th responded to the home for a reported armed robbery.Police say the 75-year-old homeowner and a 53-year-old employee were bound and held by suspects displaying weapons.
Franklin police seek to identify suspect in North Shore Bank robbery
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- The Franklin Police Department is asking the public for help in identifying a bank robbery suspect.The suspected entered the North Shore Bank at 7151 S. 76th Street around 4:47 p.m. on Thursday,October 23rd.Police say the suspect passed the teller a note and demanded money before fleeing the scene with an undermined amount of cash.The suspect is described as an African America male, approximately 6'0" to 6'3" with a heavier build, weighing approximately 200 to 250 pounds.If you have any information about the robbery or the identity of the suspect please contact the Franklin Police Department at 414-425-2522.
Franklin police: 31-year-old woman taken into custody following stabbing
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police took a 31-year-old woman into custody Friday morning, October 17th following a stabbing.Authorities say they responded to a residence around 5:30 a.m. for a report of a stabbing where the female suspect fled the scene.When officers arrived on scene, they located the 36-year-old victim on the front porch with a bleeding chest wound.Medical care was provided by officers until the Franklin Fire Department arrived and transported the victim to Froedtert Memorial Hospital.A responding officer located the suspect vehicle fleeing the area, performed a traffic stop and took the 31-year-old woman into custody.The suspect was transported to the Milwaukee County Criminal Justice Facility and is awaiting charges.
Police evacuate gym at Milwaukee County Sports Complex after spectators get rowdy
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Spectators were cleared out of the Milwaukee County Sports Complex on Ryan Road in Franklin on Sunday, August 31st after a fight broke out during an adult league soccer tournament.Franklin police say they were called out to the facility just after 3:00 p.m.Police say they received multiple 911 calls about a fight at the complex -- and when they arrived, they found a group of fans taunting the other team's supporters.Players went into the stands to calm the fans, but ended up joining the melee -- according to Franklin police.Police cleared the gym and searched it.We're told four people were hurt -- including two security guards, a fan and a player.
Accused of fleeing police: Man arrested after being involved in crash
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police on Tuesday afternoon, May 27th arrested a 24-year-old man for refusing to stop his vehicle -- and he was later involved in a crash.Franklin police attempted to stop the man's vehicle just before 4:00 Tuesday -- but say he refused, because the vehicle's registered owner had two misdemeanor warrants.Police say the driver ran a red light at the intersection of S. 27th Street and W.
Franklin police seek suspect in armed robbery of Check 'n Go
FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Franklin police are seeking the suspect responsible for the armed robbery of the Check 'n Go located on S. 27th Street.According to police, the suspect entered the store around 5 p.m. on Thursday, February 6th, displayed a weapon and demanded money from the clerk.The clerk surrendered an undetermined amount of money.
How UWM student accused of bizarre sex crime got away
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – A foreign exchange student, accused of a brutal sexual assault, was arrested for his crime seven years ago.
Chinese exchange student back in Milw., accepts plea deal
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A victory for Milwaukee County and the Franklin Police Department on Tuesday, October 22nd.