Security guard attacked in MacArthur Square parking garage dies, death ruled homicide

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Updated: June 3, 2026

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police say the victim of a battery in the MacArthur Square parking lot back in May has died. 

Dylan Plouff Family

He was identified by the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office Wednesday as 34-year-old Dylan Plouff. 

The medical examiner's report says his death has been ruled a homicide.

According to a fundraiser, Plouff was attacked while working as a security guard.

The suspect in his death is currently facing charges in a separate assault as the state reviews charges in this case.  

He's due back in court in two weeks. 


Posted: May 18, 2026

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police are investigating a battery that happened in the MacArthur Square parking garage Monday, May 18. 

Police say around 6:20 a.m., a 34-year-old encountered a suspect in the parking structure -- located on N. James Lovell Street -- trying to enter vehicles and the suspect battered the victim. 

The victim was transported to a hospital for treatment. 

Police say the suspect, identified as a 32-year-old man, was later arrested in the vicinity. 

Criminal charges are being referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.


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