On July 31, 2023, 53-year-old William 'Bill' Czarnecki was fatally shot while mowing his lawn near 28th and Villard in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The incident occurred around 12:45 p.m., when an unknown individual drove by and fired at Czarnecki, who succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Czarnecki had recently returned to Milwaukee and was preparing his home for his daughter's upcoming visit.
Neighbors described him as a friendly individual who took pride in maintaining his property and caring for his dog.
As of now, no suspects have been arrested in connection with Czarnecki's death. The Milwaukee Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and urges anyone with information to come forward.
Czarnecki was a journeyman boilermaker and a member of Boilermakers Local 107. His untimely death has left a void in the community, with family and friends mourning the loss of a dedicated father and skilled tradesman.
