On the morning of March 1, 2023, a 15-year-old male named Jose Jay Monarrez was at his girlfriend's residence in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. At approximately 10:13 a.m., he sustained life-threatening injuries from a shooting. Despite receiving immediate medical attention, he was pronounced dead shortly after the incident. The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office later identified him as the victim.
In the wake of the shooting, Milwaukee Police arrested a 16-year-old girl in connection
with the incident. She was taken into custody near the scene of the shooting, which occurred near South 6th and Becher Streets. Authorities stated that they would be referring criminal charges against her to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office. The specific circumstances that led to the shooting are still under investigation.
Those who knew Jose, also known as "Jay," remembered him as a happy teenager and the life of the party who brought joy and laughter to those around him. His death has been described as another tragic result of gun violence, prompting calls for justice from the community. Vigils have been held in his honor, as friends, family, and the wider community rally to support his loved ones and advocate for measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
