Brothers killed in a brutal hit-and-run in Wisconsin

Brothers killed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin hit-and-run.

Maycol and Ausberto Gutiérrez were standing next to a parked car.

Police are asking for witnesses to come forward.

Two Hispanic brothers killed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin were victims of a hit-and-run early Sunday morning near Lincoln Avenue and 19th Street in Milwaukee.

This is the second fatal accident of this type in Milwaukee in less than a week, according to TMJ4.

A family friend identified the victims as Maycol Gutiérrez, 39, and Ausberto Gutiérrez, 41.

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Brothers killed in Milwaukee hit-and-run

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Both brothers were near the driver’s side of a parked car when they were struck by a white SUV.

The vehicle also crashed into occupied the parked car. Both brothers were killed.

The police reported that the accident occurred around 2:45 a.m. on Sunday.

The white SUV fled the scene and was located near 54th and Arthur, about 15 blocks from the accident.

A suspect in the hit-and-run deaths of Maycol and Ausberto Gutiérrez was arrested

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The vehicle was recovered around 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, and one person was arrested.

Friends of the family gathered at the site to commemorate the brothers with candles, according to TMJ4.

Loved ones highlighted that Maycol and Ausberto Gutiérrez were dedicated fathers and workers.

They made a call to find the person responsible for the hit-and-run.

Residents are concerned about reckless driving in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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At the memorial, Kaylee Staral from TMJ4 observed reckless drivers at 20th and Lincoln.

Local residents mention witnessing dangerous driving in the area daily.

«We have many accidents at this light and this street. Probably like two or three a week,» said Rojelio Gutierrez, a neighbor.

Business owners also expressed concern about dangerous behavior.

Witnesses who saw the hit-and-run are urged to come forward

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Ramón Gómez, who works at a nearby supermarket, recounted an accident that damaged the store.

«A car hit it right here. This right here is all new,» said Gómez, pointing to the wall.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Milwaukee Police or Crime Stoppers.

The contact numbers are Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360, Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-Tips, or P3 Tips.