Executive Summary
- Fire reported near 26th and Hadley at approximately 11:25 p.m. Monday.
- 21-year-old suspect arrested for arson and allegedly brandishing a gun.
- 22-year-old victim found deceased inside the home; cause of death pending.
- Case referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee police have launched a homicide and arson investigation following the discovery of a deceased individual inside a burning residence on the city’s north side late Monday night.
According to the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD), officers and fire personnel responded to the scene near 26th and Hadley around 11:25 p.m. on January 5. Investigators reported that a 21-year-old male suspect “intentionally brandished” a firearm before setting the property on fire.
Emergency responders located a 22-year-old person inside the home. Despite life-saving attempts, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased.
Police arrested the 21-year-old suspect in connection with the arson. MPD officials confirmed that criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office for review.
Procedural Next Steps
The investigation remains active as authorities await the Medical Examiner’s findings to determine the 22-year-old victim’s official cause of death. As the case moves to the prosecutor’s office, the focus will shift to the formal filing of charges based on the evidence collected at the scene. It is important to note that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
