NEWS ALERT: Highlighting the growing epidemic of anti-police violence plaguing America’s cities, two police officers were ambushed and shot late last night.
This latest assault on law enforcement has left one cop fighting for his life while the armed suspect remains at large.
The alarming incident also marks the fourth officer targeted in just five months in Milwaukee.
The brave officers, both with over six years of experience, never had a chance to return fire during the cowardly attack.
The officers were responding to reports of an armed suspect when they were suddenly fired upon while approaching on foot through an alley near 25th and Garfield.
The 32-year-old officer was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, while his 29-year-old colleague suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Milwaukee Police Association President Alex Cyreia did not mince words when addressing the attack: “Stop trying to kill my police officers.”
The shooting has triggered a massive manhunt across Milwaukee. Authorities say they know who the suspect is but have not released the identity publicly as the search continues.
The Milwaukee Police Department’s homicide division is leading the investigation, with assistance from multiple agencies working around the clock to bring the perpetrator to justice.
Mayor Cavalier Johnson issued a stern warning to the shooter: “For the person that shot our officers: if you don’t turn yourself in…know that the men and women of this department, they’re going to find you.”
The Milwaukee Police Association released a powerful statement highlighting the alarming trend of violence against law enforcement:
“We have had five officers killed in the line of duty over the past seven years and dozens of our officers have been shot and shot at while trying to serve our neighborhoods. Our officers wear the badge with pride and honor, but our officers need more leadership from the city to bring an end to this violence.”
This attack comes amid a nationwide surge in violence against police officers and a growing anti-law enforcement sentiment.
While the brave men and women in blue continue to put their lives on the line every day, they increasingly find themselves targeted simply for wearing the badge.
Assistant Milwaukee Police Chief Nicole Waldner and city officials are asking for public assistance in locating the suspect.
Anyone with information is urged to call 911 or provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers.
The department has also requested prayers from the community for the injured officers and their families as they begin what could be a long road to recovery.
While the city searches for answers, the Milwaukee Police Association’s statement reflects the frustration felt by law enforcement nationwide.
“Violence in our city is out of control, and those who protect our neighborhoods are increasingly in the crosshairs… We have reached a breaking point,” it said.
