Milwaukee Shooting Leaves Iowa County Pharmacy Student Dead; Suspect in Custody
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal Milwaukee shooting Tuesday night as 26-year-old Ariel Spillner, a resident of Arena in Iowa County and a student at Concordia University Wisconsin, according to officials and media reports.
The shooting occurred around 9:40 p.m. Tuesday near 39th Street and Lancaster Avenue, according to Milwaukee police. Spillner died at the scene, while a 31-year-old man suffered nonfatal gunshot wounds and was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Police Say One Person Is in Custody
Investigators said one person has been taken into custody in connection with the shooting, though their name has not been released. The Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office is reviewing potential charges.
Authorities have not yet disclosed a motive or relationship between those involved but confirmed the investigation remains active. Police continue to collect witness statements and surveillance footage from the area.
Concordia University Confirms Victim Was a Student
Officials with Concordia University Wisconsin’s School of Pharmacy confirmed that Ariel Spillner was enrolled as a student and issued a statement expressing condolences to the campus community.
“We recognize that this news brings deep sorrow,” the university’s statement read. “In our grief, we are reminded of the comforting promise of Holy Scripture… May this assurance of God’s steadfast love bring peace to all who grieve Ariel’s passing.”
The university announced that a memorial gathering will be held Thursday, November 6, at noon in Pharmacy Room 147, with pastoral and counseling support available for students.
Ongoing Investigation
The Milwaukee Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Officials have urged anyone with information about the case to contact Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS.
The tragedy has shaken both the Arena and Milwaukee communities, with classmates and faculty remembering Spillner for her compassion and dedication to the medical field.
As police review charges and the community grieves, residents are being reminded of the ongoing impact of gun violence across Wisconsin. For continued updates on this investigation and other local safety news, visit ChicagoMusicGuide.com.