Crime
Officer-Involved Shooting in West Allis Leaves Two Dead, Suspect Shot by Police After Shooting Victim
WEST ALLIS, Wis. — Authorities in West Allis are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Saturday evening in the 1400 block of South 91st Street, resulting in the deaths of two individuals.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
According to preliminary information released by the West Allis Police Department, officers responded to reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers encountered an active and dangerous situation involving an armed suspect and multiple gunshot victims.
Investigators say the suspect initially shot one individual before being confronted by responding officers.
Officers then discharged their firearms, striking the suspect. Emergency responders began CPR on both the original victim and the suspect at the scene.
Despite life-saving efforts, both individuals were pronounced dead.
The deceased have been identified only as a man in his 50s and another male in his 70s.
It has not yet been clarified which of the deceased was the initial victim and which was the suspect.
Per standard protocol for officer-involved shootings, the Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) has been contacted to lead the independent investigation.
Authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the events that led to the use of force.
Additional details, including the identities of those involved, are expected to be released following next-of-kin notification and as the investigation progresses.
Residents with information or security footage related to the incident are encouraged to contact West Allis Police or submit tips anonymously.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.