In the winter of 2020, the city of Milwaukee was shaken by a tragedy that cut short the life of Gennady Gene Levshetz, a 61-year-old White male. On February 26th, Levshetz was one of five victims in a workplace shooting at the Molson Coors brewery where he was an employee. The incident unfolded when a coworker, Anthony N. Ferrill, opened fire on his colleagues before taking his own life.
Levshetz was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, remembered by his family as a kind, caring,
and giving person who always prioritized their needs. His death, described as tragic in his obituary, left a profound void in the lives of his loved ones and the broader community.
The investigation into the mass shooting revealed that the perpetrator, an electrician at the brewery for approximately 17 years, had been involved in a long-standing dispute with a coworker. While the specifics of the dispute were not publicly detailed by authorities, it was cited as a factor leading to the violent outburst. Milwaukee police investigated the incident extensively and indicated that racism was likely not the primary motive for the gunman's actions. Reports did emerge after the shooting of a racially charged atmosphere at the brewery, including an incident where a noose was allegedly placed on or in Ferrill's locker five years prior.
In the aftermath of the shooting, there were no arrests made as the sole suspect in the killings was the perpetrator who died by suicide at the scene. The focus for law enforcement was to piece together the events of that fatal day, while the community and Molson Coors were left to mourn the loss of Levshetz and the other four victims: Dale Hudson, 60; Dana Walk, 57; Trevor Wetselaar, 33; and Jesus "Jesse" Valle Jr., 33. The company expressed deep sorrow and pledged to support the families of those who were lost.
