Tensions are running high after an out-of-town police officer fatally shot an individual early Tuesday afternoon near the RNC perimeter security in Milwaukee, according to local law enforcement sources, per the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Brian Steel, president of the Fraternal Order of Police Capitol City Lodge No. 9, confirmed the involvement of Columbus police in the Milwaukee shooting.
The incident occurred approximately 1.2 miles from Fiserv Forum, the primary venue for the RNC, at the intersection of 14th and Vliet Streets.
BREAKING: A source close to police says an officer from Ohio police fatally shot someone near the intersection of Vliet and 13th street.
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According to WISN 12 News, witnesses reported that two men were involved in a confrontation in King Park, during which one of the individuals pulled out a knife.
WISN reported:
The witnesses said the men were startled when so many officers responded. Witnesses say the man with the knife was fired on by numerous officers. This has not yet been confirmed by police.
Two WISN 12 News sources say five officers fired.
There is a large police presence, including the Secret Service, at the scene. Beloit police are helping to secure the park.
The incident itself does not appear to be related to the RNC and was outside the security zone.
“The incident took place in the outer perimeter of the RNC, within the operational zone to which our officers were assigned,” the Columbus Police Department said in a statement.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported that “Crowds have been gathering at the scene. More than 100 officers have been seen in the area.”
This story has been updated with additional information.
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