Sergeant Michael R. Tourmo, 36, was shot and killed while pursuing burglary suspects in Milwaukee in the early morning of Sunday, November 18, 1990. He arrived at North Avenue Smoke Shop, 2533 W. North Ave., at 6:55 a.m. and began a foot chase after encountering two men. During the pursuit through neighborhood yards one of the suspects fired multiple shots, one striking Sergeant Tourmo in the head.

Other officers continued the chase; both fleeing men surrendered after a short distance and a third suspect was arrested nearby in connection with the break-in. The three men, aged 20, 29, and 30, were reported to have extensive criminal records, and the shooter was later convicted of first-degree murder. Sergeant Tourmo had served nearly 18 years with the Milwaukee Police Department and was survived by his wife, Brenda, and three children all under five years old at the time.

If anyone remembers the incident or has information about Sergeant Tourmo or that case, please share what you know.