Crime
25-year-old Nick killed in overnight Milwaukee shooting
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 25-year-old man, identified by loved ones as Nick, in the early hours of Wednesday morning on Milwaukee’s northwest side.
According to the Milwaukee Police Department, officers were dispatched around 1:30 a.m. to the area of North 84th Street and West Fairmount Avenue, just east of Timmerman Airport, following reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located the victim suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite efforts to provide emergency aid, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
A woman who identified herself as the victim’s girlfriend told investigators that the shooting occurred while they were sleeping in the same room.
She alleged that prior to the incident, there had been an argument involving the victim’s vehicle.
She believes the suspect fired shots through a window of the residence, striking the victim as he lay inside.
Police have not released additional details about the suspect or motive, and no arrests have been made at this time.
Investigators continue to process the scene and gather witness statements as part of the ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information that may assist in the case is urged to contact the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360. To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS (8477).
Crime
25-Year-Old Adrian Scott Arrested and Charged in Connection with July Bomb and Arson Investigation
St. Louis, MO — Authorities have arrested and charged 25-year-old Adrian Scott in connection with a July incident that sparked a Bomb and Arson investigation after a video surfaced on social media showing a man deliberately throwing fireworks at people and property.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Scott was taken into custody two days ago following an extensive investigation by detectives assigned to the department’s Bomb and Arson Unit.
He now faces one count of Promoting Civil Disorder and one count of Armed Criminal Action, both felony charges.
Investigators say the viral video captured Scott recklessly igniting and throwing explosive fireworks in a public area, endangering bystanders and causing property damage.
The footage prompted widespread concern and led to the official investigation.
Following his arrest, Scott was booked into custody and is awaiting further court proceedings.
Authorities emphasized that such reckless and dangerous behavior will be met with serious legal consequences, noting that the charges reflect the severity of the offense and the potential harm caused to the public.