MILWAUKEE — A 15-year-old boy died after he was hit by a car near 91st and Good Hope Road around 8:30 a.m. Friday.
The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office tells TMJ4 News the victim is 15-year-old Donkeise Caldwell.
According to MaxPreps.com, Caldwell is a freshman at Vincent High School, which is near where he was hit. Milwaukee Public Schools also confirmed the victim was an MPS student.
Police say the teen was crossing the street midblock when he was hit. He was taken to a local hospital where he later died.
The driver of the vehicle is a 25-year-old man. He was arrested for operating while revoked causing death.
MPD said criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office in the coming days.
Several students say they were notified today that the victim was a Vincent High School freshman. The principal tells TMJ4's Ben Jordan, “it’s been a very difficult day for students and staff.”
According to a statement from MPS, “Today, Milwaukee Public Schools is deeply saddened by the loss of one our students.
In light of this tragedy, we offer our condolences to the family members, students, staff and community members who are impacted.
Upon hearing the news, the MPS crisis team immediately rushed to Vincent High School to provide emotional support for students and staff and remained on site throughout the day.
MPS will continue to offer support services as needed as we continue to grieve.”
Milwaukee police say a 15 year old boy was killed while walking across the street this morning near N 91st and Good Hope. His family left this memorial behind. Terribly sad story pic.twitter.com/Hznda8royn
— Ben Jordan (@BenJordan3) April 14, 2023
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