Milwaukee Bar District Shooting – July 13, 2025

Milwaukee Bar District Shooting – July 13, 2025

• Time & Location:
  The shooting occurred early Saturday morning, July 13, 2025, near the intersection of North Water Street and East Michigan Street, a well-known nightlife area in downtown Milwaukee.

• Casualties:

  • 1 man dead – a 52-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • 4 others injured – victims include:

    • 30-year-old man

    • 34-year-old man

    • 39-year-old man

    • 32-year-old man
      All four injured individuals were taken to hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.

• Police Investigation:

  • No arrests have been made as of this time.

  • Milwaukee Police Department is investigating and encouraging anyone with information to contact:

    • MPD at 414-935-7360

    • Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or via the P3 Tips app

📍 Community Concerns

This incident adds to growing concerns over violence in Milwaukee’s downtown bar district, especially during weekends when large crowds gather. Law enforcement has increased patrols in recent months due to previous disturbances in the area.

💬 Public Response

Community members and city leaders are urging for better safety measures and greater visibility of law enforcement downtown, especially near closing times for bars and clubs.