History of Milwaukee Police Department in Timeline

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Milwaukee Police Department

The Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) serves the city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With roughly 1,800 sworn officers when fully staffed, the department is divided into seven districts. Jeffrey B. Norman has been the chief of police since December 2020.

2009: Standard-Issue Patrol Rifle is Smith & Wesson M&P15

As of 2009, the standard-issue patrol rifle is the Smith & Wesson M&P15; it was first purchased when the agency went to the M&P .40 sidearm.

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2009: Glock 22 .40 Caliber Pistol Replaced

In 2009, the Glock 22 .40 caliber pistol was replaced following issues with the Glock's performance.

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2018: Milwaukee Police Officers Armed with Smith & Wesson M&P .40 S&W

As of 2018, Milwaukee police officers are armed with the Smith & Wesson M&P .40 S&W, which is the standard issue weapon for the department.

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2019: MPD Transitions to SIG Sauer P320

In 2019, the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) transitioned to the SIG Sauer P320 in 9mm. This decision followed issues of frames cracking on the M&P40 pistols previously used by the MPD. The holster chosen for the P320 pistols is made by Safariland.

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February 7, 2023: Officer Shot and Killed While on Duty

On February 7, 2023, an officer was shot and killed while attempting to place an armed robbery suspect into custody.

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December 6, 2023: Officer Death in Off-Duty Motor Vehicle Accident

On December 6, 2023, an officer died in an off-duty motor vehicle accident.

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