MPS responds to calls for increased security at sporting events following shootings

MILWAUKEE — Raysean Barnes was identified Monday as the 47-year-old man killed Saturday during a youth flag football game at South Stadium.

Over the weekend, TMJ4 spoke to neighbors around South Stadium about the incident, with some calling for more security at MPS events.

TMJ4 reached out to the district to ask what new security measures, if any, would be put in place following the deadly shooting.

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MPS responds to calls for increased security at sporting events following shootings

MPS responded that they will “conduct a thorough review of all practices to determine whether additional measures should be taken.” However, hard work will be required at the community level to address the root causes of the violence that lead to events like this tragically occurring on Saturday.”

According to an MPS spokesman, the games planned in the South Stadium took place on Monday evening.