MILWAUKEE, WI — A 16-year-old boy was shot and killed late Saturday night in Milwaukee , and a 13-year-old is in custody in connection with the shooting, according to Milwaukee Police.

Desmontae Burns was found fatally shot at a duplex near 12th and Concordia, police said.

"We're gonna miss him, it's forever long live TaeTae, forever 16," said Imani Taylor, Burns' sister.

Family mourns Milwaukee teen shot and killed; 13-year-old in custody

Family members are remembering Burns as a protector who cared deeply for others.

"Desmontae was a protector; he thought he was everyone's big brother, or big cousin," said Jennifer Young, Burns' aunt.

Police have not provided details about how the shooting occurred or the circumstances that led to the 13-year-old being taken into custody.

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