Milwaukee police officers shot in ambush while on duty

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on the night of June 26, 2025, two police officers were shot while responding to a report of a person with a weapon. The incident occurred at approximately 9:10 p.m. in an alley located at the 2200 block of North 24th Place. As the officers approached the scene, they were unexpectedly fired upon, resulting in both officers being struck by gunfire. One officer, a 32-year-old man with over six years of service, is currently in critical condition, while the other officer, a 29-year-old man also with more than six years of service, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is reported to be stable. Law enforcement officials have mounted a manhunt for a suspect identified to police but whose name has not been disclosed. The police emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating the suspect is armed. They urge anyone with information to contact local authorities or Crime Stoppers. The Milwaukee Police Association has condemned the violence, stating it has reached a breaking point in the city and calling upon city leadership for more substantial measures to combat the increasing violence against law enforcement. Police officials underlined the gravity of gun violence trends in the city, with Assistant Police Chief Nicole Waldner discussing the problem of firearms in the hands of individuals who should not possess them. This incident occurs against the backdrop of prior shootings involving law enforcement in Milwaukee, reflecting an alarming pattern of violence against officers. Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson expressed sorrow over the events, asserting that no officer should be the target of gunfire while performing their duty. The leadership of the police department, alongside the city officials, is expected to address both the immediate and long-term implications of the violence, as they call for community support to bring the perpetrator to justice.