Wisconsin Man Charged in Both Glendale Police Chase and Milwaukee Murder Cases
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — A 19-year-old man from Brown Deer has been charged in two separate cases involving a Glendale police chase and a Milwaukee murder, prosecutors said. According to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office, Tyler Maclin faces felony murder charges connected to a February shooting while he was already out on bond for an earlier crime.
Authorities said Maclin’s latest charges stem from a botched robbery attempt that ended in the death of 27-year-old Christopher Harris, as well as a high-speed chase in Glendale just weeks before.
Glendale Police Chase: New Year’s Day Pursuit
Court records show the first incident took place on January 1, when a Glendale police officer stopped an SUV for speeding just before 1 a.m. near Silver Spring Drive beneath the I-43 overpass.
According to the criminal complaint, the vehicle initially pulled over but then sped off, reaching speeds of up to 80 miles per hour as officers pursued. Dashcam video reportedly showed the SUV running red lights, hitting stop sticks, and even driving into oncoming traffic before finally stopping near 26th and Silver Spring.
Three people fled from the SUV. Investigators identified Maclin as the driver, saying he ran with his hands in his pockets “as if he was holding a gun.” Officers later recovered a handgun with a live round in the chamber.
Maclin was charged on January 5 with fleeing an officer and second-degree recklessly endangering safety. He posted $2,500 bond and was released shortly afterward — a decision that would have dire consequences less than a month later.
Milwaukee Shooting: Botched Robbery Turns Deadly
Prosecutors say that on February 4, while still out on bond, Maclin was involved in an attempted robbery that ended in the death of Christopher Harris, who was found shot near 56th Street and Congress Avenue.
When officers arrived, Harris was still conscious and reportedly identified his attacker, telling police “Tyler shot me.” He later died on February 23 from complications related to the gunshot wounds.
Minutes after the shooting, police found Maclin at a nearby hospital being treated for his own gunshot injury. Detectives said Maclin changed his story several times, eventually admitting that he had planned to rob Harris, who was counting money from a recent car sale.
Maclin told investigators he was “sick of being the store-run guy” and decided to confront Harris. During the struggle, both men were shot. Surveillance footage later showed multiple people firing weapons near the home, and prosecutors allege the incident was coordinated with two accomplices.
Father-Son Connection and Additional Arrests
Detectives later uncovered deleted text messages from Maclin’s phone suggesting he was a “willing participant” in the robbery and had been coordinating with a person referred to as “Big Tug” — later identified as Terence Maclin, Tyler’s father.
Prosecutors allege that Terence texted his son before the shooting, writing they might “have to put him to sleep,” implying they planned to kill Harris.
Terence Maclin, 36, has since been charged with first-degree reckless homicide, recklessly endangering safety, and attempted armed robbery. His trial is scheduled for November.
Investigators also charged Mariana Washington, who admitted to giving the elder Maclin a gun and a ride to the crime scene. Washington pleaded guilty to felony murder in July and will be sentenced this November.
A 14-year-old boy seen in surveillance video was also detained but it’s unclear whether he faces charges.
Next Steps in Court
Court filings show that Tyler Maclin entered a plea on October 6 to avoid trial and is set to be sentenced in April. Prosecutors have described the case as a “tragic example” of violent crime escalating from smaller offenses when early intervention fails.
Officials said the case also underscores concerns about defendants committing violent acts while out on bond for unrelated crimes — a recurring issue in Milwaukee County’s justice system.
This developing story highlights the continuing challenges of bond reform and violent crime prevention across Wisconsin communities. Stay informed with ChicagoMusicGuide.com for updates on local justice cases and safety news.