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Milwaukee Police Hunt Hit-and-Run Driver After Fatal Crash in Columbus Park

Police seek public tips to identify the driver who fled.

Overview

  • The two-vehicle collision occurred around 9:01 p.m. Thursday near North 76th Street and West Glendale Avenue on the city’s northwest side.
  • Investigators say a vehicle traveling north on 76th Street struck an eastbound car on West Glendale Avenue and the striking driver left the scene.
  • The 34-year-old victim was identified by family as Meng Kue, a Bell Ambulance employee, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Police have not announced an arrest and urge anyone with information to contact Milwaukee Police, Crime Stoppers, or submit tips via the P3 Tips app.
  • Residents note this is the second fatal crash near the intersection in less than a year following an October death.