Incident Type: Disturbance with shot fired
Incident Date: 12/23/23
Release Date: 12/23/23
Incident Number: FP23-25703
Prepared By: Lt. Edward Hartwick
Details:
Around 1:09 a.m. this morning, officers from the Fitchburg Police Department responded to the parking lot of Monkeyshines Bar & Grill, 6209 McKee Road, for a report of a person shot. The apparent victim left the scene before officers arrived.
Officers learned a fight broke out in the parking lot, and at least one gunshot was fired. Evidence collected at the scene confirmed at least one shot was fired. One round appears to have struck the building.
No one has come forward to report they were struck by the gunfire and no other injuries have been reported. Staff at the bar immediately locked the doors to keep the many patrons inside safe.
Personnel from the Madison Police Department, Verona Police Department, and the Dane County Sheriff’s Office responded to the shooting scene to assist with scene security and the investigation. The investigation remains open and active.
Anyone with information regarding this dangerous incident is asked to contact the Fitchburg Police Department at (608)270-4300. Tipsters can remain anonymous by contacting Madison Area Crime Stoppers at (608)266-6014 or via P3Tips.com. Tips that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.