Crime

Police investigate fatal Eau Claire shooting

By Mackenzie Lofgren

January 25, 2025 / 11:14 AM CST / CBS Minnesota

Morning Digital Headlines: Jan. 25, 2025

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — The Eau Claire Police Department is investigating a homicide that took place at a residence Saturday morning.

According to a press release, law enforcement received a 911 call just after 2 a.m. for a report of a shooting on Western Avenue.

Once on the scene, police say officers and EMS personnel performed life-saving measures on the victim, but the victim ultimately succumbed to their injuries.

Officers have apprehended a suspect and believe this is an isolated incident, a press release said. No other suspects are being sought out at this time.

An investigation is ongoing.

Shooting
Homicide
Wisconsin

Mackenzie Lofgren

Mackenzie Lofgren is a web producer and digital content producer at CBS Minnesota. She writes web articles and produces short-form video content used on CBS Minnesota's streaming platforms.