Thadd Barksdale, a 31-year-old resident of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was tragically found dead on June 4, 2016. His body, along with that of his close friend Diamond Webb, was discovered in an alley near 21st and Atkinson on Milwaukee's north side. Barksdale's body was found inside a trash container, while Webb's body was located in a car parked nearby.
Both men had been shot multiple times.
The discovery of the bodies was made after a 911 call was placed by a man who found Barksdale's body in the garbage cart. The Milwaukee Police Department responded to the scene and subsequently found Webb's body in the nearby vehicle. The two men were described by their families as inseparable, with relatives and friends referring to them as brothers despite not being biologically related.
The investigation into their deaths revealed that both men had been shot several times, but the motive behind the killings remained unclear. Family members and friends expressed their grief and called for anyone with information to come forward to help the police with their investigation. Thadd Barksdale's sister, Tamika Moore, emphasized that her brother and Webb were good people who did not deserve such a fate.
As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made in connection with the double homicide. The Milwaukee Police Department continues to investigate the case, seeking leads and information that could help bring the perpetrators to justice. A vigil was held in honor of Barksdale and Webb, where family members and the community gathered to remember the two men and call for justice.
The case remains open, and the families of Thadd Barksdale and Diamond Webb continue to seek closure and answers regarding the tragic events that led to their deaths. The community's support and cooperation with law enforcement are crucial in solving this case and ensuring that justice is served.
