UPDATED: Tragic Incident in Waukesha: Police Respond to Fatal Shooting on Douglas Avenue
Video captured by: CJ Ziegler
Updated on August 26, 2024 at 6:55 AM.
WAUKESHA, WISCONSIN - On Sunday, August 25, 2024, at approximately 8:30 PM, the City of Waukesha Communications Center received multiple emergency calls reporting the sound of gunshots from a residence in the 200 block of Douglas Avenue. In a disturbing development, dispatchers were able to make contact with an adult male inside the home who confessed to having shot and killed his grandmother. The man also threatened to harm himself.
Location of police activity in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
In response to the grave situation, a significant number of resources were deployed to the scene. Among those responding were the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department's armored vehicle and personnel, as well as specialized units from the City of Waukesha Police Department, including the Deployable Technology Unit, Tactical Unit, K9 Unit, and additional armored vehicles. Utilizing drone technology, officers were able to confirm that a female inside the residence appeared to be deceased. Despite multiple attempts at de-escalation and negotiations with the suspect, he repeatedly approached the front door but refused to exit the home.
When negotiations failed, the Waukesha Police Tactical Unit made the decision to deploy chemical munitions into the residence in an effort to force the suspect out. Following this action, a K9 unit was deployed, successfully assisting in the apprehension of the suspect.
This tragic event has deeply impacted the community, and our thoughts are with the victim's family during this incredibly difficult time. The Waukesha Police Department has launched a thorough investigation into the incident, but officials caution that it is still early in the process.
The Waukesha Police Department extended their gratitude to the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department, the Suburban Critical Incident Team, and the City of Waukesha Fire Department for their crucial assistance in handling this incident.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Written by: Will Wight
Video captured: CJ Ziegler
