Milwaukee, WI – A firearms investigation by the Milwaukee Police Department’s District 5 Violent Crime Reduction Team (VCRT) led to a major gun recovery this week. Officers executed a residential search warrant that resulted in the seizure of four firearms and a substantial amount of ammunition.
According to the Milwaukee Police Department, the investigation stemmed from an ongoing violent crime reduction effort in the area. The operation led to the arrest of one individual on pending felony charges. Police say the recovered weapons include both handguns and long guns, as well as extended magazines and multiple rounds of ammunition.
Authorities did not release the location of the residence or the suspect’s identity, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation. The department shared an image of the seized weapons displayed on a table at District 5 headquarters, highlighting their continued focus on removing illegal firearms from the community.
Milwaukee police emphasized that this operation is part of a broader initiative to reduce gun-related violence and keep neighborhoods safe. Additional arrests or charges could follow as the investigation progresses.
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