Did Milwaukee juvenile homicides increase 57% under David Crowley?

An investigation by Wisconsin Watch clarifies that while the number of juvenile homicide suspects in Milwaukee rose by 57% in 2025, there is no evidence of a similar trend regarding juvenile victims since 2020.
No. The city of Milwaukee saw a 57% jump in juvenile homicide suspects in 2025, but there isn't a specific trend in juvenile victims since 2020. Did Milwaukee juvenile homicides increase 57% under David Crowley? is a post from Wisconsin Watch, a non-profit investigative news site covering Wisconsin since 2009. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.
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