Arrest made after reported shooting on I-94 at 70th Street

Updated: 5:21 p.m. on Nov. 10, 2022

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) announced the arrest of a 44-year-old man suspected of firing shots from a vehicle into another vehicle on the freeway Wednesday evening, Nov. 9. 

Law enforcement quickly closed the freeway eastbound at I-94 and 70th Street and confirmed that two shots had been fired at another vehicle with two occupants. 

The victims' vehicle was struck, but no one was injured. 

MCSO investigators located the suspected vehicle and arrested the suspect Thursday morning. 

“Thanks to the diligent work of Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office investigators, a suspect is in custody for a violent crime on our roadways,” said Sheriff Denita Ball. “We’re grateful as well for the cooperation and collaboration of officers from state and local agencies who helped to manage the crime scene. It is never okay to respond with deadly force to a perceived slight. This agency will continue to work hard to reduce road rage, reckless driving, and other inappropriate and criminal behavior on our freeways. Milwaukee County deserves safe roadways.”

The sheriff's office says criminal charges are pending.


Published: 7:40 p.m. on Nov. 9, 2022

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Police have closed parts of the freeway on eastbound I-94 at 70th Street due to a shooting that happened shortly before 7 p.m.

All traffic is diverted off at 84th Street.

Police say no injuries were reported, but a vehicle was struck.

This is a developing story. Check back on our website for updates.

Share this article:

CBS 58 Ready Weather Forecast