Crime
18-year-old killed after shooting on West Sheridan Avenue in Milwaukee
In connection with the shooting, Milwaukee police have taken a 17-year-old suspect into custody.
Milwaukee, WI – A fatal shooting occurred on the 6000 block of W. Sheridan Avenue on Thursday evening, claiming the life of an 18-year-old man.
The incident, which was reported at approximately 5:09 p.m., has been confirmed as Milwaukee’s first gun violence homicide of 2025, according to the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD).
Authorities reported that the victim was transported to a local hospital after sustaining gunshot wounds. Despite efforts by medical personnel, the 18-year-old was pronounced deceased shortly after his arrival.
In connection with the shooting, Milwaukee police have taken a 17-year-old suspect into custody.
The suspect’s identity has not been released, and details regarding the relationship between the victim and the suspect remain under investigation.
The MPD is continuing its investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the shooting. They have not disclosed any additional information about a potential motive or the events leading up to the incident.
This marks the first confirmed homicide of the new year in Milwaukee attributed to gun violence. City officials and law enforcement are urging community members to come forward with any information that may assist in the investigation.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Milwaukee Police Department or submit tips anonymously to Milwaukee Crime Stoppers.
Crime
Two Christian County Deputies Killed in Line of Duty Identified as Gabriel Ramirez and Michael Hislope
Christian County, Mo. — The Christian County Sheriff’s Office has identified the two deputies killed in the line of duty during a multi-agency manhunt that concluded early Tuesday morning with the suspect fatally shot by law enforcement.
The fallen deputies have been identified as 30-year-old Deputy Gabriel Ramirez and 40-year-old Deputy Michael Hislope.
Deputy Ramirez joined the Sheriff’s Office on March 14, 2025. Although his tenure with the agency was brief, officials stated that his dedication to serving and protecting the community was evident from the outset.
Deputy Hislope had served with the department since October 28, 2019, and was described as a dedicated public servant, trusted colleague, and valued member of the sheriff’s office family.
Both deputies were veterans of the United States Army and were recognized for their continued commitment to service following their military careers.
Sheriff’s officials stated that their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to Christian County will not be forgotten.
The incident began around 4:00 p.m. Monday when a deputy conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of State Highway 160 and Route HH, south of Highlandville. During that encounter, gunfire erupted, resulting in the initial fatal shooting of Deputy Ramirez and prompting a large-scale manhunt.
Authorities later located the suspect’s abandoned vehicle, triggering an extensive search effort involving approximately 100 law enforcement officers, deputies, and state troopers from across the Ozarks region.
Federal partners, including the U.S. Marshals Service, the FBI, and the ATF, also assisted in the operation.
According to Brad Cole, the search culminated early Tuesday morning near the roundabout on Highway 160 close to Reeds Spring.
A helicopter operated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol detected a moving heat signature in a wooded area after hours of searching.
As deputies approached the location, the suspect, identified as Richard Bird, opened fire. Law enforcement officers returned fire, fatally striking Bird and ending the threat.
During the exchange, one additional deputy from Christian County and one deputy from the Webster County Sheriff’s Office were wounded. Sheriff Cole stated that their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
While the suspect has been neutralized, the cost of the operation has left the department and community grieving. Two deputies did not return home to their families, and multiple agencies across the region are mourning alongside Christian County.
Sheriff Cole described the loss as devastating, noting the profound impact on the deputies’ families, colleagues, and the broader community they served. The investigation into the shootings remains ongoing.