Kenneth K. Taylor, a 53-year-old Black man, was shot and killed in Milwaukee in the early morning hours of August 6, 2023. The shooting happened about 1:57 a.m. near the intersection of 34th and Wright streets. Police responding to reports of gunfire found Taylor at the scene; he was pronounced dead shortly after their arrival.

The Milwaukee Police Department opened an investigation but reported no arrests in the initial reports. Authorities have asked the public for information that could identify or lead to the apprehension of suspects. Community leaders voiced sorrow and frustration over the incident and said it underscored ongoing concerns about gun violence in the city.

If anyone has information about what happened that night or knew Kenneth Taylor, please contact the Milwaukee Police Department with any tips.