Already involved in a case, Wisconsin parade carnage suspect to be charged with homicide

In the Wisconsin’s Christmas parade carnage case, the police on Monday said that the suspect, who drove a speeding SUV into dozens of people at the event, was earlier involved in a domestic disturbance.

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Now, the accused will be charged with homicide for the five people killed in the incident. It was not terror-related, said authorities.

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In a briefing, Waukesha Police Chief Daniel Thompson said, "We have information that the suspect, prior to the incident, was involved in a domestic disturbance."

Waukesha Wisconsin: Video of Red Ford Escape breaking through parade barriers as police fire shots. This was just after mowing down & shooting at multiple parade goers. 🙏🇺🇲 pic.twitter.com/ZDakhpk1KT — EPSTEIN's SHEET 🧻 (@johnpecco1) November 22, 2021

The person in custody is 39-year-old Darrell E Brooks, Thompson added.

Here’s the suspect in the Christmas parade carnage that left 5 people dead and 20+ injured. He has a 50-page criminal history with pending felonies. He was out on bail. Fathom that. pic.twitter.com/ZNy4Ycb509 — Neal Boortz — Puddin’ Stick (@Talkmaster) November 22, 2021

In the Sunday's carnage, 48 people, including two children, were injured. In investigation, the FBI is assisting local police.

In the search for online court records showed a recent case, which is open, involving a person named Darrell Brooks.

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As per the documents of the court, Brooks is charged with restricting or obstructing an officer, bail jumping and battery. Earlier this month, a $1,000 cash bond was posted, the records showed.

We had several friends at the Waukesha Christmas parade. Thankfully they are all safe.

They described the incident as total carnage and something you never want children to see. Candy was being thrown in the street for kids to pick up just prior to. This is an unspeakable crime. — Mythinformed MKE (@MythinformedMKE) November 22, 2021

In a statement detailing the pending charges against Brooks on Monday, the Milwaukee County District Attorney's office said it was conducting an internal review of the decision involving Brook's bail recommendation.

Children's Wisconsin hospital officials said on Monday that they treated 18 children, including six, who remained in critical condition and three in serious condition. The rest were released.

(With inputs from agencies)