Marcus Antonio Matlock, 64, was shot and killed in Milwaukee on the evening of January 28, 2024. Police responded to reports of gunfire near 77th and Winfield Avenue shortly before 7:30 p.m. and found Matlock with critical gunshot injuries; he was pronounced dead at the scene. The Milwaukee Police Department opened a homicide investigation and indicated the shooting may have followed a physical altercation. Authorities said they are searching for a known suspect and urged anyone with information to come forward; no arrests have been announced.

Matlock was born in Camden, Arkansas, on June 17, 1959, and later lived in Milwaukee, where he completed his education. He served in the United States Army from 1978 until an honorable discharge in 1984 and worked for about 30 years as a welder at Bradley Corporation. He enjoyed fishing, barbecuing, and blues music, and liked entertaining family and friends during football games and fight nights. His wife, children, siblings, and many relatives mourn his death.

If anyone witnessed the shooting near 77th and Winfield Avenue that night or has information about the person authorities say they are seeking, please contact the Milwaukee Police Department.