16-year-old dies after shooting on South Layton Boulevard in Milwaukee

UPDATED: 09/20/2026 12:45PM

MILWAUKE (CBS 58) --- Family has identified the victim in the shooting at 16-year-old Camron Bowen.

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UPDATED: 09/19/2026 8:01PM

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) — A 16-year-old died after being shot Saturday evening on South Layton Boulevard, according to the Milwaukee Police Department.

Police said the shooting happened shortly before 5 p.m.

The teenager suffered gunshot wounds and was taken to a local hospital for treatment, where they later died from their injuries.

The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.

Police are continuing to search for unknown suspects.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Milwaukee Police Department.

Medical examiner appears at scene of large police presence in Milwaukee

POSTED: 09/19/2026 06:15 PM

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) — A large police presence has shut down Layton Avenue between National and Greenfield Avenues Saturday evening.

CBS 58 crews at the scene observed police tape and multiple law enforcement vehicles in the area.

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office also appears to be at the scene. Authorities have not yet released details about what happened or confirmed whether anyone was killed or injured.

Layton Avenue is completely closed between National and Greenfield Avenues while authorities investigate.

CBS 58 is at the scene working to learn more.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.