police-shooting · Milwaukee, Wisconsin

What happened after a Milwaukee officer shot a tow truck driver he was dragged by?

What happened?

After a Milwaukee Police Department officer fatally shot tow truck driver Jonathan Otto, who was wanted for parole violations and new assault allegations, investigations were launched by the West Allis Police Department and the Milwaukee Area Investigative Team into the officer's use of force and adherence to departmental policies.

Unresolved or unknown

Last checked: Jun 18, 2026
Sources: WTMJ; CBS 58; CBS 58; Urban Milwaukee; YouTube (CBS 58)

Timeline

  1. Jonathan Otto begins missing parole appointments with his parole agent.

  2. Allegations of assault and strangulation against Jonathan Otto surface from an incident.

  3. The Department of Corrections declares Jonathan Otto's arrest urgent due to new allegations.

  4. A Milwaukee Police Department officer fatally shoots Jonathan Otto after being dragged by his tow truck. The officer is treated for minor injuries and placed on administrative leave.

  5. Police body camera video of the critical incident is released by CBS 58 and other outlets.

  6. Public debate and discussions about the Milwaukee Police Department's use of force policies intensify following the video release.

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