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.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.