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Police: Suspect Shot After Firing at Brookfield Officers Following Crash

An outside investigative team is reviewing the case under standard protocol.

Overview

  • Officers responded around 10:31 p.m. on Jan. 31 to a multi-vehicle crash on Barker Road in Brookfield after one person fled on foot.
  • During the search, police say a 31-year-old man fired at officers and was struck when an officer returned fire; he was taken to a hospital with serious injuries and into custody.
  • No officers were hit by gunfire, though one officer sustained minor injuries while responding to the active threat.
  • The involved Brookfield officer is 24 years old with three years of experience and has been placed on administrative leave in line with policy.
  • The Milwaukee Area Investigative Team, led by the Milwaukee Police Department, is conducting the investigation, and police say a preliminary review indicates actions were within department policy.