News Summary
In a shocking incident, two men were fatally shot in Milwaukee, leaving the community in mourning. The victims, Dwayne Carter and Shaquille E. Madison, were known for their vibrant lives. Authorities have detained a suspect while investigations continue amidst a rising trend in homicides in the area.
Milwaukee – Two men were fatally shot in the early morning hours of October 18, 2025, in a violent incident that has left the community in shock. The victims, identified as Dwayne Carter, 43, and Shaquille E. Madison, 33, were shot around 7:32 a.m. in the 7900 block of West Appleton Avenue, near Timmerman Airport. Carter died at the scene, while Madison was pronounced dead later at a hospital in Wauwatosa.
Authorities have taken a suspect into custody, and charges are currently pending review by the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office. The tragic events surrounding this shooting have prompted mourning among family and friends, who are grappling with the sudden loss of the two men.
Dwayne Carter, remembered by loved ones as a free spirit who brought joy to those around him, has left a significant impact on his community. Tiffany Smith described Carter as “my brother from another mother,” expressing her deep grief over his untimely death.
Shaquille E. Madison, also known in the music scene as Shaq DJ-Reckless, was a father of three and a cherished figure in Milwaukee’s music and karaoke culture. On the night before he was killed, Madison had invited friends to a poker game, a last social media post that highlights the starkness of his unexpected passing.
In response to the financial strain caused by this tragedy, a GoFundMe page has been launched by Madison’s family to assist with funeral expenses, which has raised $6,680 as of October 20.
The dual fatalities are part of a worrying trend in Milwaukee, where the city has documented 119 homicides in 2025, up from 110 at the same time last year. This year has seen an overall decrease in shootings, yet the rise in homicides remains a cause for concern among residents and local officials.
On the weekend leading up to the shooting, Milwaukee experienced an alarming spike in violence, with five people killed in separate shootings. Investigations are ongoing, with police examining the circumstances surrounding both incidents, including the use of surveillance footage related to one of the shootings.
In light of these tragic events, the community is left mourning the loss of two individuals who touched many lives. As investigations proceed, the families of both victims seek solace and support in navigating this heartbreaking chapter.
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