What happened in the Milwaukee police shooting clip?

On June 16, 2026, Milwaukee Police Officers responded to a domestic dispute where Deontae Ransom allegedly threatened his ex-girlfriend with a firearm. Officers encountered Ransom in a stairwell and two officers opened fire, striking him in the arm before he surrendered.

Who are Deontae Ransom and Damarion Williams-Beal?

Deontae Ransom, 20, is identified as the primary suspect in the June 16, 2026, Milwaukee officer-involved shooting, accused of domestic abuse and firearm offenses. Damarion Williams-Beal, 19, is a second suspect, accused of accompanying Ransom and helping to conceal the firearm.

What charges do Deontae Ransom and Damarion Williams-Beal face?

Deontae Ransom faces four felony charges, including stalking and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, plus two misdemeanors. Damarion Williams-Beal faces two felony charges, including burglary while armed with a dangerous weapon as party to a crime.

What is the current status of the officers involved?

The two officers involved in the shooting, a 25-year-old male with over two years of service and a 30-year-old male with over eight years of service, have been placed on administrative duty, which is standard procedure during an ongoing investigation. Their names have not been publicly released.

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Milwaukee Police Shooting Suspect Deontae Ransom Pleads Not Guilty to Misdemeanors

What happened?

Court pending

Deontae Ransom, accused in a June 16, 2026, Milwaukee officer-involved shooting, pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor charges, and both he and co-suspect Damarion Williams-Beal have upcoming court appearances.

6 sourcesBy AfterTheClip Desk · Last checked Jul 7, 2026

Sources: Milwaukee News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! – Apple Podcasts; WTMJ; FOX6 Milwaukee; Milwaukee Police Department Office of Public Relations

Timeline

May 21, 2026
The Milwaukee Police Department launched its fifth annual "Operation Summer Guardian" initiative.
Jun 16, 2026
Milwaukee Police Officers responded to a domestic dispute near North 64th Street and West Sheridan Avenue
Jun 21, 2026
Damarion Williams-Beal made his initial court appearance, and the Milwaukee Police Department relaunched "Operation Summer Guardian."
Jun 22, 2026
Deontae Ransom made his initial court appearance and pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Jun 23, 2026
The Milwaukee Common Council approved modifications to the Milwaukee Police Department's Use of Force policy (SOP
Jul 20, 2026
Next court appearance scheduled for both Deontae Ransom and Damarion Williams-Beal.

Receipts

PoliceActivityJul 1, 2026
Milwaukee News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! – Apple PodcastsJul 2, 2026
WTMJJul 1, 2026
youtube.comJul 1, 2026
Milwaukee Police Department Office of Public RelationsJul 1, 2026
FOX6 MilwaukeeJul 1, 2026

How we researched this & corrections

Information was gathered from the YouTube clip's description, local news reports, and an official criminal complaint, providing details on the incident, charges, and subsequent court proceedings.

Spot something wrong? Corrections: corrections@aftertheclip.com.

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