Crime
Sïmone Victoria killed after shooting in Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin – The Milwaukee Police Department is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred near the intersection of North 73rd Street and West Mill Road.
Emergency crews from Engine 9 and Med 16 responded to the scene following reports of gunfire in the area.
Upon arrival, officers located a female victim suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
The victim, later identified as Sïmone Victoria, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Video footage from the aftermath shows Victoria lying face-down in the street, covered by a white sheet as investigators worked to secure and document the area.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation, and no suspects have been publicly identified at this time.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding a possible motive.
Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact the Milwaukee Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.