MILWAUKEE, WI – State Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D–8th Assembly District) and State Representative Karen Kirsch (D-7th Assembly District) issues a heartfelt statement today following the tragic ambush shooting of two Milwaukee Police Department officers on Thursday, June 26, near N. 24th/25th Place and W. Garfield Avenue.
Two officers were targeted in the line of duty. Officer Kendall Corder, 32, remained critically wounded and tragically passed away on Sunday, June 29, at Froedtert Hospital. Officer Christopher McCray, 29, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was released on Saturday, June 28.
“Our heart breaks alongside the Milwaukee community, the Milwaukee Police Department, and the families of Officers Corder and McCray. Officer Corder made the ultimate sacrifice protecting our neighborhood.” said Rep. Ortiz-Velez and Rep. Kirsch. “We are united in mourning his loss, supporting his family, and praying for Christopher’s full recovery.”
The Representatives also commended law enforcement for swiftly apprehending a suspect early Friday, June 27, and reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering public safety through state and local partnerships.
They continued:
“We cherish and respect our public servants. This ambush was a scathing reminder of the dangers our officers face. As your Representatives, we will continue advancing legislation that ensures our first responders have the training, resources, and community support they deserve.”
