Authorities in Milwaukee are appealing to the public for assistance in locating a missing 11-year-old boy, Kaidan Hudson, who has been classified as critically missing. The case is of high priority, subsequently drawing massive attention and concern within the community.
Apart from the missing child case, Milwaukee city was also grappling with a surge in violent incidents on May 2, 2025. A fatal event claimed the life of one person, while seriously injuring four others, marking the darkest day in the city’s recent history. The incidents were unrelated and happened across three different locations.
In another headline, 26-year-old Mangione now faces judicial proceedings linked to the passing of Brian Thompson. Thompson previously held a top leadership position as the CEO of UnitedHealthcare before tragedy struck, further adding to the tense situation in the city.
Delivering his judgement in a separate case, a Milwaukee County judge sentenced an individual by the name of Daquan Henderson to life imprisonment on May 2. Henderson was found guilty for the murder of 15-year-old Keyshon Harris, a crime committed in August 2023 that took away a promising young life.
A federal judge is deliberating on the process of prosecuting a resident from West Allis who’s facing charges linked to narcotics and firearms. The court is currently awaiting key details before making a final decision on whether the accused should be freed or remain in custody.
An investigation on a unique crime has resulted in a West Bend woman receiving a 30-day incarceration and a fine. This odd case revolved around a deer-poaching operation, an unusual crime that had irrefutable evidence against the convicted woman.
In a tragic incident taking place outside Wisconsin, a texting driver caused the death of Oliver Stratton in his home state of Colorado. Stratton’s loss underscores the ongoing issue of distracted driving and marks yet another victim of such dangerous behavior.
In an eagerly watched legal proceeding, a verdict was delivered against a landlord found culpable for the murder of a 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy residing in Plainfield. The conclusion of this case brought stirrings of relief amidst the palpable distress left in the wake of the heinous act.
Butler’s local police force are now on the lookout for two suspects allegedly linked to a theft that occurred at a gas station. The incident has raised security concerns and led to calls for more stringent surveillance in the area.
Recently, legal authorities have charged a man for his involvement in a fatal drive-by shooting incident that took place near 7th and Mitchell. The event dates back to last month and has since sent shockwaves across Milwaukee.
A recent FBI apprehension of an acting judge is stirring up debates regarding ICE, and has led to a renewed dispute between the Democratic governor of Wisconsin and the republican law makers. The incident marks a new chapter in the ongoing disagreements.
On May 1, just a day before the aforementioned wave of violence, Milwaukee was also shaken by multiple shootings, injuring five individuals in diverse locations. The instigators are not believed to be connected, painting a disturbing image of the city’s current public safety status.
In another incident that raised alarms, a 12-year-old boy from Cudahy found himself in juvenile custody after he was caught bringing a firearm to his elementary school. Decisive legal action against the underage ward is under consideration to ensure school safety.
Authorities have moved one step closer to justice in the case of a kidnapped pregnant teenager from Beaver Dam. The main suspect in the case was ordered to stand for trial on May 1. Meanwhile, in Pleasant Prairie, police managed to apprehend two individuals connected to a deadly hit-and-run incident from April 27, 2025.
In a harrowing disclosure, a man from Milwaukee is facing charges for sustained sexual abuse of two minors over an extended period. The victims included a girl held captive and exploited by a trafficking network. Meanwhile, one of the two suspects in a case of child neglect and animal cruelty received their sentence on April 25, 2025, with the court sending them to prison.
Jarring the Milwaukee community, a high-speed police pursuit ended tragically in a fatal accident on the night of April 30, drawing the lives of two individuals to a close and sparking concerns about police chase protocols. Finally, in a brief moment of relief amidst these unsettling events, Milwaukee police reported that 75-year-old Paul Barnett, who was previously missing, has been located and is unharmed.