Itavian Belcher, 22, of Milwaukee, died October 9, 2014, after a series of violent incidents that day. Police say Belcher shot a 30-year-old woman during an attempted robbery; she was hospitalized, underwent multiple surgeries, and her injuries were described as not life-threatening. Police and neighbors identified Belcher as the shooter, and they say he then attempted a second robbery and was himself shot. He collapsed at a gas station near 95th and Brown Deer Road and later died.

Belcher’s family disputes parts of the official account, saying his character was misrepresented and pointing to what they describe as discrepancies, including the medical examiner’s report noting Belcher was shot at a residence on 95th Street by a suspect who fired a handgun at him and another victim. His mother Tiffany and great aunt Alice have been seeking answers, organizing a prayer gathering at the gas station, posting flyers, and raising a $20,000 reward for information. Alice Belcher has also advocated for community measures to reduce gun violence. Itavian was remembered as a standout basketball player who attended college on scholarship.

If anyone knew Itavian, witnessed events around 95th and Brown Deer Road that day, or has information that could help clarify what happened, please share what is known.