MILWAUKEE — An 18-year-old Milwaukee student was fatally shot Friday morning during an apparent attempted robbery just blocks from his school, prompting officials to renew calls for community action against youth gun violence.

The shooting occurred at approximately 11:51 a.m. on the 4600 block of North Hopkins Street. Milwaukee Police said suspects approached the victim in what they believe was an attempt to rob him when shots were fired.

Both the victim and one of the suspects were shot during the incident. The 18-year-old victim sought help at nearby Assata High School and Banner Prep and was transported to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries. He later died from those injuries.

A 17-year-old suspect was also transported to a hospital for treatment of non-fatal injuries and wa

See Full Page