Man, 23, Dies Following Police Shooting in Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI, September 9, 2026 — A man identified as Printis Smith, 23, died following a police-involved shooting that occurred in Milwaukee near the intersection of 37th Street and Wright Street. The incident transpired during a foot chase that involved an exchange of gunfire between Smith and a police officer.

According to available information, the encounter originated when officers attempted to stop a vehicle. This vehicle was reportedly connected to an ongoing investigation into another shooting incident. Details regarding the specific circumstances that led to the attempted vehicle stop and the subsequent foot pursuit were not immediately provided.

During the course of the foot chase, an exchange of gunfire took place between Printis Smith and an officer. The exact sequence of events and the number of shots fired by each party were not disclosed. Following the shooting, Smith was pronounced deceased. The officer involved sustained injuries during the incident. The officer was taken to a local hospital for treatment and has since been released.

The name of the officer involved in the shooting was not released. Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident are expected to be conducted by relevant authorities. The specific details concerning the vehicle investigation that prompted the initial stop were also not provided.

This event marks a significant incident for the Milwaukee Police Department. Further information is anticipated as the investigations into the shooting unfold. The absence of specific dates for the incident, the officer’s identity, and the precise details of the exchange of gunfire are noted in the reporting of this event.

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