Family agrees with justification of fatal police shooting in Milwaukee after watching video
A family recently watched footage of an interaction between Elijah Wilks and an off-duty Milwaukee police officer, confirming that the officer acted appropriately during the incident. The encounter took place on Thursday at 49th and Mill Road in Milwaukee, resulting in Wilks' death. According to attorney B'Ivory Lamarr, the video revealed that Wilks caused a traffic collision by cutting off the officer, which escalated into a physical confrontation where Wilks struck the officer before a shootout occurred. The family, while acknowledging the officer's actions as justified, emphasized that Wilks's behavior was uncharacteristic. Lamarr commended the Milwaukee Police Department for promptly sharing the video evidence within 24 hours, enabling the family to gain insight. Despite recognizing the officer's actions as warranted, the family shared that Wilks was typically a sociable and supportive individual. The family extended gratitude towards the department for their transparency in the matter.
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