13-year-old shot and killed on Milwaukee's west side; 2 teens in custody
Posted: Jul 16, 2025 9:54 PM CDT | Updated: Jul 17, 2025 9:49 AM CDT

MILWUAKEE (CBS 58) -- A 13-year-old is dead following a shooting near 31st and Vliet in Milwaukee Wednesday, July 16.
It happened around 8:10 p.m., when police say a suspect was mishandling a firearm and unintentionally shot the 13-year-old victim.
The 13-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said a 14-year-old girl and a 14-year-old boy were taken into custody.
An investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at (414) 935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or P3 Tips