Crime
Assata High School student Namar Hicks shot and killed in Milwaukee
An 18-year-old student, identified by family members as Namar Hicks, was fatally shot on Friday morning just blocks from Assata High School in Milwaukee.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m., shortly after Hicks was released from school on an early dismissal schedule.
According to the Milwaukee Police Department, Hicks was approached near Hopkins Street and Glendale Avenue by individuals attempting to rob him.
During the confrontation, gunfire erupted, striking both Hicks and one of the suspects.
Despite his injuries, Hicks managed to return to the school seeking help.
School staff immediately called 911 and initiated a lockdown, securing all entry points and turning off lights as a safety precaution.
Hicks was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition, where he later died from his injuries.
A 17-year-old suspect was also wounded during the incident and was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police confirmed that the teen was subsequently taken into custody. Authorities continue to search for additional suspects believed to be involved.
The shooting took place only moments after Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman and violence prevention advocates with 414Life attended a youth-focused event addressing the rise in gun violence.
Chief Norman condemned the repeated pattern of firearms in the hands of juveniles, stating:
“There is no place for firearms in our youth’s hands. None. We are seeing this situation play out over and over again. We all have a responsibility to do something.”
David Sinclair, Outreach Supervisor for 414Life, echoed the message, emphasizing the importance of continued intervention and prevention efforts.
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius expressed condolences to the victim’s family, stating:
“Our young people need us aligned, unafraid, and fully committed to real solutions to gun violence in our community. Our children’s lives depend on all of us acting with urgency.”
Following the incident, families were given the option to pick up their children from the campus. Students also had the choice to remain in the school until regular dismissal.
A $1,500 reward is being offered for surveillance footage, including Ring camera video, photos, or any information that may assist in identifying the remaining suspects.
Individuals may contact Niema Chanell Ross directly at 414-429-4425.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact Milwaukee Police at 414-935-7360. To remain anonymous, tips may be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or via the P3 Tips app.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.