Alvin Brown, aged 51, tragically lost his life on September 17, 2015, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The incident occurred near 12th and Locust, where Brown was shot while sitting in an SUV. According to reports, a witness drove him to the Milwaukee Police District 5 station, but despite the efforts of police and firefighters, Brown succumbed to his injuries.
The shooting took place in a high drug area, leading to speculation that the incident might have been drug-related.
The investigation into Alvin Brown's death led to the arrest of Marquise Brown, a 25-year-old Milwaukee resident. Marquise Brown was identified by a witness as the individual who fired the fatal shots into the SUV where Alvin Brown was seated. The witness recounted that Marquise Brown, along with another person, was driving around when they were blocked by the SUV. Feeling threatened, Marquise Brown pulled out a handgun and fired at the vehicle.
Marquise Brown was subsequently charged with second-degree reckless homicide, party to a crime, and use of a dangerous weapon. He was also charged with possession of a firearm by a felon. In July 2020, Marquise Brown was sentenced to seven years in prison and five years of extended supervision for his role in the homicide. The case highlighted the dangers of gun violence and the impact it has on families and communities.
Alvin Brown's family was left heartbroken by his untimely death. His daughter, Shanika Brown, expressed her shock and grief, stating that her father did not deserve such a fate. The family held a vigil at the Milwaukee Police District 5 station and set up a GoFundMe page to help cover funeral expenses. The case remains a poignant reminder of the need for justice and the ongoing struggle against violence in Milwaukee.
