Police Shoot and Kill Suspect Near RNC Secure Zone in Milwaukee

Jul 16, 2024, 07:30 PM

A police-involved shooting occurred near the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee on Tuesday afternoon. The incident took place near the intersection of 14th and Vliet, approximately a mile from the RNC security perimeter. Columbus, Ohio police officers, who were in Milwaukee to assist with security for the convention, shot and killed a suspect. Witnesses reported hearing five gunshots during the incident. The suspect was allegedly armed with a knife and was involved in a confrontation before being shot. The shooting occurred about 3 km from the RNC secure zone. The Milwaukee police are investigating the incident with assistance from other law enforcement agencies.