Gunshots Fired at Fire Station; Forces Temporary Closure as Police Investigate Crime

MILWAUKEE, WI — Milwaukee police are investigating a bizarre incident Friday after a suspect fired multiple gunshots in a Milwaukee Fire Station.

According to a WTMJ report, the shots were fired into Fire Station 13, located near N. 30th St. and W. Locust St., at around 1:00 p.m., according to the fire department. There were no reported injuries.

According to a FOX 6 report, at least six gunshots were fired into the northside Milwaukee fire station with one striking a window.

Fire Station 13 is closed until further notice. Fire officials said, Engine Company 13 will respond from Fire Station 5.

"We're very fortunate no one was sitting there, standing there, walking, passing through when those rounds came through," said Assistant Chief Gerard Washington, Milwaukee Fire Department in a FOX 6 report Friday afternoon. "It's interesting someone would want to see harm come to us and it's actually disheartening."

The station is located in a residential neighborhood. A park is located nearby. Milwaukee police are continuing to investigate the crime and are working to determine a suspect.

Thank a Firefighter

Milwaukee Alderman Bob Donovan issued a statement on the shooting, according to the FOX 6 report today. In his statement he said, "Today’s incident, in my view, shows just how dysfunctional some have become in some of our city’s most challenged neighborhoods. Please – if you see a Milwaukee firefighter or a Milwaukee cop today – say 'Thank you' and offer your support."

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