MILWAUKEE, WI —A heartbreaking tragedy has shaken the city of Milwaukee as 7-year-old Jamal White, the center of a statewide Amber Alert, was found dead just hours after being abducted at gunpoint near his home.
Jamal was reported missing around 7 p.m. on Friday, July 11, in the area of 62nd Street and Hustis Street, where he had been walking with his father following a visit to a nearby park. What began as an ordinary summer evening turned into every parent’s worst nightmare when an armed individual approached and forcefully took Jamal, sparking a massive search across the state.
Despite the swift issuance of an Amber Alert and the urgent efforts of law enforcement and community members, Jamal was tragically located deceased just hours later. The details surrounding his death remain under investigation.
The loss of Jamal, a bright, joyful child who brought light to everyone around him, has left his family, friends, and neighbors devastated. Vigils are being planned in his memory as Milwaukee comes together to mourn and honor the young life taken far too soon.
Authorities are continuing their investigation and urge anyone with information related to this case to come forward.
Jamal’s tragic death has sent waves of grief through the city and reignited calls for stronger protections for children and more resources to prevent such senseless acts of violence. The community now rallies around Jamal’s family, offering prayers, support, and a shared sense of heartbreak for a life that should have never been lost.
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