Crime
Suspicious person in custody after trying to enter Roosevelt Elementary School in Kenosha
UPDATE: “We want to address recent information circulating that suggests a person has been taken into custody. This is incorrect. We are actively following multiple leads and working diligently to identify the individual shown in the photo. Additionally, we want to clarify that this person remained in a secured entryway area and did not enter the main part of the school building.
A significant police response has been deployed to Roosevelt Elementary School in Kenosha following a report of a suspicious person on campus earlier today.
The Kenosha Police Department (KPD) and Kenosha Unified School District (KUSD) are coordinating efforts to maintain safety across all KUSD campuses.
The individual, described as carrying a suspicious bag, was briefly seen on school property but left before police arrived.
Law enforcement officials are actively searching the surrounding neighborhood to locate the individual.
The police have shared an image of the person in question, urging community members who recognize or may have recently seen the individual to contact the Kenosha Police Department at 262-656-1234.
In response, KUSD has implemented a “Secure Hold” across all its schools, including Frank Elementary School, which issued a statement to families explaining the current safety measures.
Under the “Secure Hold,” activities within school buildings continue as usual; however, entry and exit are restricted, and afternoon 4K classes have been canceled to ensure maximum security.
Any 4K students who have not yet been picked up are being held safely on-site until further notice.
KUSD acknowledged the concern this situation may cause but reassured families that they are working closely with KPD, a partnership honed over many years to handle incidents like these effectively.
They have pledged to keep the community informed as the investigation progresses.
Crime
15-year-old Shamiya Walker killed in Gastonia shooting on Christmas Eve
No arrests have been made, and investigators continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
The Gastonia Police Department is investigating a tragic shooting that claimed the life of 15-year-old Shamiya Walker on Christmas Eve.
The incident occurred on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, around 11 a.m. at an apartment complex on Barkley Street, near Interstate 85.
According to authorities, Shamiya Walker suffered fatal gunshot wounds in what they described as a “wild homicide.”
Police responded to the scene following reports of gunfire in the area. Despite efforts, Shamiya succumbed to her injuries.
At this time, police have not disclosed further details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
No arrests have been made, and investigators continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
Authorities have asked residents to avoid the area while the investigation remains active. The loss of a young life has deeply affected the local community, and law enforcement is committed to finding those responsible.
The Gastonia Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be directed to the department’s front desk at 704-866-6702.
Shamiya’s death marks a heartbreaking loss for her family and the community during the holiday season. Police are working diligently to ensure justice is served.