Milwaukee Man Charged With Fatal Shooting
Prosecutors have charged 21-year-old Darrius Shelton with first-degree reckless homicide after a fatal dispute.
Updated on Sept. 18, 2026 in Violence
Milwaukee authorities filed a criminal complaint against Darrius Shelton for the shooting death of 37-year-old Marris Virgil. The victim sustained four gunshot wounds during an incident on the 1200 block of W. Keefe Ave.
Why it matters
The shooting was allegedly sparked by a verbal disagreement regarding the ownership of a PlayStation console. Prosecutors are now seeking an arrest for the suspect, who remains at large.
A criminal complaint was filed Sept. 17, 2026, against Darrius Shelton, who faces a first-degree reckless homicide charge. Law enforcement recovered three 9mm bullet casings at the scene, and an arrest warrant is active.
The players
Darrius Shelton
The 21-year-old suspect faces a first-degree reckless homicide charge and is currently the subject of an arrest warrant.
Marris Virgil
The 37-year-old victim died after sustaining four gunshot wounds during a dispute in Milwaukee.
The details
Witness testimony indicates that Shelton and Virgil were arguing over the console before shots were fired. A witness reported seeing Shelton holding a firearm at the scene immediately after the gunfire erupted.
Timeline
September 4, 2026: Shooting occurred at 1213 W. Keefe Ave.
September 17, 2026: Criminal complaint filed against Darrius Shelton.
Legal Context
The potential 65-year prison sentence aligns with the sentencing guidelines for first-degree reckless homicide in the state. Local prosecutors frequently cite these severe penalties to deter violent confrontations arising from minor personal disputes.
Residents near the 1200 block of W. Keefe Ave may notice an increased police presence while officers execute the active arrest warrant. Local authorities have advised the public to contact police with any information regarding the location of the suspect.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the extreme consequences of verbal disagreements escalating into lethal violence. Authorities continue to stress the importance of de-escalation tactics in resolving personal disputes over property.
Further reading
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