20 Jun 2023 | 02:06 AM UTC
US: Authorities secure area after shooting incident in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, following Juneteenth celebration June 19 /update 1
Authorities secure area after shooting following Juneteenth celebration in Milwaukee, Wis., US, June 19. Lingering disruptions likely.
Event
Authorities are continuing to respond to a shooting incident that wounded at least six people in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, June 19. The shooting occurred in the vicinity of the Greater Philadelphia Church of God in Christ, located at 2947 North Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Police received a report of the shooting at 16:21, shortly after the city's Juneteenth celebration concluded nearby on the same thoroughfare. Reports indicate that at least one civilian opened fire following a personal dispute; police have arrested one suspect and are seeking additional suspects. The area is now secure with no active threat.
Authorities have deployed a heightened security presence to the scene of the shooting. Lingering heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely in the affected area over the coming hours as police continue their investigation.
Advice
Plan for localized transit and business disruptions. Monitor local news sources for further information. Heed the advice of security personnel.
