Cops Shoot Man Who Killed Walgreens Employee: Milwaukee Police

MILWAUKEE, WI — Milwaukee police shot and wounded a man who killed a woman during an apparent domestic dispute Tuesday afternoon on Milwaukee's north side, according to police. Later on Tuesday, Walgreens confirmed that the woman was working at their 27th Street location when she was shot and killed.

Authorities said the 51-year-old Milwaukke man fatally shot a 48-year-old woman during the dispute, and then pointed and shot his gun at Milwaukee police. Police chief Alfonso Morales said two officers returned fire, seriously wounding the man.

According to police, one officer was a 38-year-old man with nine years of service, and the other was a 35-year-old man with 15 years of service on the force.

Morales said investigators are questioning a number of witnesses inside the nearby Walgreens. He went on to say that more information on this shooting would be available Wednesday morning after investigators have time to gather more information about the case.

Walgreens issued a statement Tuesday night, reading in part: "We are saddened to learn of the incident and tragic death of our team member outside of our store this afternoon. We will be providing counseling for our staff at the store," as reported by WISN-12.

Authorities say there were no officers injured. Police are alerting the public to avoid the area, including the nearby Walgreens.

Police say drivers should take N. 35th Street or W. Center Street instead of the area around 27th Street and North Ave., as officers continue to investigate the crime scene.

This is a breaking news story. Check back for updates.