Crime
14-year-old Bryant Triplett killed after shooting near 21st and Concordia in Milwaukee
Police have arrested an 18-year-old man believed to be responsible for the shooting.
Milwaukee police are investigating the tragic death of 14-year-old Bryant Triplett, who was fatally shot Saturday night, December 28, near the intersection of 21st Street and Concordia Avenue.
Authorities have released limited details about the circumstances leading up to the shooting, stating that the incident remains under active investigation.
Officers were seen back in the neighborhood on Sunday morning, working to piece together evidence and gather more information.
Police have arrested an 18-year-old man believed to be responsible for the shooting.
However, the suspect’s identity has not been disclosed, and no motive has been shared at this time.
Bryant’s death marks yet another heartbreaking incident in what has been a violent end to the year for Milwaukee’s young residents.
On Christmas Day, two teenagers were killed in a separate shooting at 37th Street and Scott Street, while a six-year-old child was injured by gunfire the same day.
Milwaukee police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tipsters can contact the department directly at (414) 935-7360. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or use the P3 Tips app to submit information.
This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for community cooperation in addressing gun violence. Law enforcement and city officials are appealing to residents to help bring those responsible to justice and to work together to prevent further tragedies.
Further updates on the investigation will be provided as they become available.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.