News Summary
Milwaukee is grappling with a series of tragic pedestrian incidents, including a fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of 25-year-old Keiarria Travis. The ongoing investigations also highlight critical injuries sustained by two young women hit while crossing near Fiserv Forum. In addition, the deaths of a 62-year-old man and a 39-year-old woman in separate pedestrian accidents raise urgent concerns about traffic safety. Families plead for justice as the community calls for improvements in pedestrian safety measures amid fears of reckless driving.
Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run that occurred early Saturday morning, claiming the life of a 25-year-old woman, Keiarria Travis. The incident took place around 12:30 a.m. near North 76th Street and Good Hope Road. Travis was crossing the street when she was struck by an unidentified vehicle, which fled the scene. Despite immediate medical attention, Travis was pronounced dead at the scene.
Travis’s family confirmed her identity to local news, describing her as a vibrant individual who had a passion for music and singing. They are pleading for the driver involved in the incident to come forward, expressing deep concern for their loved one and seeking justice. Currently, Milwaukee police are seeking information related to the driver and vehicle involved, but they do not have a description to offer. Authorities are urging anyone with details to reach out to the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360 or Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS.
In a separate series of incidents, two young women were critically injured the Sunday prior when a driver struck them while they were in a pedestrian area near Fiserv Forum in downtown Milwaukee. The victims, identified as best friends Chloe Handrich and Sam Zganjar, were hit when the driver drove through wooden barricades intended to protect pedestrians. The driver has been cited for operating without insurance, lacking valid vehicle registration, and failing to yield the right of way. However, their families are demanding more serious criminal charges, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
Chloe Handrich is currently in intensive care with severe injuries, including a shattered pelvis and multiple broken bones, while Sam Zganjar’s condition has also raised serious concerns. The driver of the vehicle claimed to have checked on the victims after the crash, but no breathalyzer test was conducted on the scene. Alderman Bob Bauman has expressed outrage over the lack of significant legal repercussions for the driver involved in this incident. The Milwaukee Police Department continues to conduct its review of the cases involving Handrich and Zganjar.
In addition to these incidents, a 62-year-old pedestrian, Gregory Skaar, lost his life after being struck while crossing at Astor Street and Ogden Avenue. This crash occurred at approximately 6:39 p.m. on Wednesday, prompting witnesses to voice their concerns about traffic safety in the area.
On August 12, another pedestrian, Jane Ewing, a 39-year-old woman, was killed in a separate crash involving a semitrailer in Milwaukee’s Third Ward. The semi driver in Ewing’s incident remained at the scene and is cooperating with the police investigation.
These tragic incidents have led many in the Milwaukee community to express fears regarding reckless driving and the inadequacy of safety measures for pedestrians. Following the accidents, the families of the injured women have set up GoFundMe pages to assist with medical expenses, while also advocating for justice on their behalf. As investigations unfold, community members are increasingly calling for improved traffic safety measures to protect pedestrians in the city.
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