Crime
18-year-old Jaylan Powell found dead on basketball court at Carver Park in Milwaukee
An investigation is underway after an early-morning shooting left an 18-year-old man dead at Carver Park in Milwaukee on Friday, November 15.
Authorities responded to a call about gunfire near 8th Street and Brown Avenue around 1:45 a.m.
Upon arrival, emergency crews discovered a male victim lying on the basketball court. The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified him as Jaylan Powell.
Powell had sustained four gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and authorities have not released information about any arrests.
The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the incident.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the case to contact the Milwaukee Police Department.
Community cooperation is considered crucial in shedding light on the events that led to Powell’s tragic death.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.