MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police are requesting the public's assistance in identifying and locating a suspect wanted in a homicide that took place on Oct. 2 near 18th and Walnut.

Authorities say the suspect fired several shots at a victim around 9:48 p.m., ultimately causing the victim's death.

The suspect is described as an African American male with short hair.

He was last ween wearing a multi-colored hooded sweatshirt, black Nike shorts, white shoes with a black Nike logo and a dark colored backpack.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or P3 Tips App.