Milwaukee, Wisconsin — The Milwaukee Police Department has released intense body cam footage from two separate shooting incidents that occurred on Cinco de Mayo. The chaotic scenes, captured by officers’ body cameras, depict the harrowing moments when officers responded to gunfire and took decisive action.

The video opens with officers responding to reports of gunshots. The sound of gunfire echoes through the air as officers shout, “Gunshots, gunshots, gunshots, gunshots. Go, move right there, right there.” Amidst the confusion, officers urgently call for backup, “We need the sergeant over here too.”

One officer commands a bystander, “Hey, you need to step back.” The tension is palpable as officers work to secure the area. “Let me get four officers here. Probably you were able to Handy, make sure nobody’s hurt,” an officer directs, emphasizing the need for immediate support and medical assistance.

The second incident escalates rapidly. An officer’s voice cuts through the chaos, “Oh my God, stop, stop, hurry, don’t reach, don’t reach, go, reach, get back, get back, get back, get back, everybody, get back.” The situation becomes critical as another voice announces, “22.86, 22.86 shots, fired officer involved.”

Officers move swiftly to recover a firearm, “All right, the gun recovery. I need medical right now. Blackmail shot multiple times.” The urgency is clear as officers call for medical aid and additional support. “You guys, I’m over here, over here, everybody up here,” an officer directs, ensuring the scene is secure.

As the situation stabilizes, officers focus on the injured individual. “I’m just blessed,” one officer reflects, while another confirms the scene is under control, “I’m Scott from 16… gone, recovered. We need medical. We need bosses. No officers are injured, it’s just me.”

The body cam footage released by the Milwaukee Police Department provides a stark and unfiltered look at the dangers faced by officers and civilians alike during the Cinco de Mayo incidents. The rapid response and coordination by the officers highlight their commitment to public safety amidst life-threatening situations. As investigations continue, the footage serves as a critical piece of evidence in understanding the full scope of these events.