In the early morning hours of a Tuesday in Milwaukee, the life of Odessa Marie Gleason, a 54-year-old Black/African American woman, was tragically cut short. On December 8, 2020, in the vicinity of Capitol Drive and Appleton Avenue, Gleason was shot. The incident occurred at approximately 1:45 a.m. under circumstances that remain publicly undisclosed.
Following the shooting, Gleason was privately transported to a local hospital.
She arrived with critically serious gunshot wounds and medical personnel fought to save her life. Despite their efforts, she ultimately succumbed to her injuries. The Milwaukee Police Department launched an investigation into the shooting, appealing to the public for any information that might shed light on the events leading to her death.
In the time that has passed since that fatal morning, details regarding a motive or the identification of any suspects have not been released. The investigation into the shooting continues, and authorities have not publicly announced any arrests in connection with the death of Odessa Marie Gleason. Her passing has been noted by organizations that track gun violence, marking another life lost to such acts. The case remains unresolved, leaving behind questions and a community awaiting answers.
