Elton Brackins, a 20-year-old resident of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, tragically lost his life on September 27, 2021, in a double shooting incident near 13th and Locust. The shooting occurred after what police described as a fight. Brackins was not the intended target but was struck multiple times and succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. The incident also left a 32-year-old man injured, though he survived.
Brackins' death deeply affected his family and community.
His girlfriend, Serenity Morgan, who is also the mother of his 8-month-old son, expressed her shock and grief, highlighting Brackins' caring nature and his dedication to his son. Family members and friends gathered at the site of the shooting to hold a vigil, sharing memories and messages of love, and calling for an end to the violence that claimed Brackins' life.
In the aftermath of the shooting, Milwaukee police arrested a suspect in connection with the incident. The investigation revealed that the shooting stemmed from a fight, although Brackins was not the intended target. The police have urged anyone with additional information to come forward to aid in the investigation.
The tragic death of Elton Brackins is part of a broader pattern of violence in Milwaukee, which saw a significant number of homicides in 2021. His family continues to mourn his loss, remembering him as a good person and a devoted father, while the community grapples with the ongoing issue of gun violence.
