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Scene in Milwaukee on Tuesday October 29

MILWAUKEE – Three teenagers were shot and killed in Milwaukee on Tuesday evening, October 29.

Police said it happened in the area of ​​3rd Street and Vienna around 9:40 p.m.

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Two of the victims, ages 15 and 18, suffered non-life-threatening gunshot wounds and were transported to a hospital for treatment. The investigation is ongoing.

Police later said a third victim arrived at the hospital for treatment. The third victim, a 17-year-old, also suffered a non-fatal gunshot wound.

Police continue to search for anyone involved.

All three are expected to survive.

Community response

Riddelle Reed has lived in north Milwaukee for 50 years. But he said he had never seen it like that.

“I heard eight or nine or 10 gunshots. There were an awful lot of them,” Reed said.

On Tuesday evening, shortly before 10 p.m., he was walking his dog when he heard gunshots, followed by a group of children running.

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“One of the guys that was shooting, he got hit and was lying on the ground there,” Reed recalled. “They should have been at home getting ready for school or something.”

The shooting happened just hours after Milwaukee County’s announcement. a gun violence prevention initiative called “Advanced Peace”. Funded by federal funds, the fellowship pairs mentors with youth, providing registration and growth opportunities.

“They need to put down their guns and try to educate themselves,” Reed said.

In a statement to FOX6 News, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley said in part, “I am calling on members of the community to cool down and fight for peace. Violence prevention will not happen without all of us, especially our adults, providing mentorship and serving as positive examples for our youth.

MPD investigates

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or use the P3 Tips app.