Video: Moments After Milwaukee Cop Shoots 15-Year-Old
Just moments after a Milwaukee police officer shot a 15-year-old on Milwaukee’s north side, the situation was caught on camera.
Police say the teen was armed.
The 15-year-old’s mother is disputing police claims.
She was surrounded by supporters at her home on Saturday as her son remains in police custody at Children’s Hospital.
For the first time, we see the intense moments following an officer-involved shooting near 26th and Nash.
A 15-year-old lays on the ground as officers rush on the scene. Cell phone video was taken by witness Alonzo Martin from Milwaukee, and showed to FOX6 News by the wounded teenager’s mother.
“I just don’t understand. I just don’t understand,” said Tamara Cole, Kevin Cole’s mother.
Police responded to the area on Friday, April 24th, after a report of shots fired. Authorities say officers stopped two teens.
During that stop, 15-year-old Kevin Cole was shot. Police say he was armed with a semi-automatic handgun.
“He wasn’t shooting at him, he was fleeing,” said Tamara Cole.
Tamara Cole hasn’t been able to see her son.
“I want to see my baby. I want to make sure he’s alive, myself,” said Tamara Cole.
Cole is in police custody at Children’s Hospital.
“Kevin is a good kid,” said Tamara Cole.
Police say the teen has an arrest record. His mom says he’s not a criminal.
“He doesn’t have any type of felonies, never been in trouble, doesn’t do drugs,” said Tamara Cole.
Saturday, supporters surround the family home. Cole’s grandmother is in disbelief.
“He didn’t have a gun, he didn’t have a gun. My heart is hurting because that’s my oldest grandson,” said Ruthie Cole, Kevin Cole’s grandma.
This family is demanding answers, as an investigation continues.
The officer involved has been placed on administrative duty pending the outcome of the investigation.
Meantime, the teen’s current condition is unknown — but Friday night, April 24th, police tell FOX6 News his condition was serious, but stable.