NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade
Madison Police Department identifies officer involved in fatal July shooting
Investigators released the name of the Madison police officer who fatally shot a 38-year-old Black man in July. The incident, which was recorded on video, previously triggered protests regarding police treatment of people of color in the city.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
The identification of the officer marks a significant step in the ongoing investigation into a fatal police-involved shooting that has impacted community relations and public order in Madison.
Key Facts
- The Madison Police Department identified the officer involved in a fatal shooting of a 38-year-old Black man.
- The shooting incident occurred in July.
- The shooting was captured on video.
- The incident sparked protests in Madison regarding the treatment of people of color by authorities.
Who's Mentioned
locationMadison“The city where the shooting occurred and where the police department is based.”personKiel Baitinger-Peterson“Madison police officer who shot Corey Ruiz”personCorey Ruiz“38-year-old man killed in the shooting”personJim Palmer“Executive director of the Wisconsin Professional Police Association”organizationWisconsin Department of Justice“Conducting the investigation into the shooting”personIsmael Ozanne“Dane County District Attorney responsible for reviewing investigation findings”personBen Crump“Civil rights attorney representing the Ruiz family”