Lake Geneva, WI — A tragic incident unfolded early Monday morning in Lake Geneva, where a 9-year-old boy was fatally shot, leading to the arrest of his stepfather.
According to the Town of Geneva Police Department, officers responded to a report of a shooting near Kale Road and Lincoln Drive at approximately 2:00 a.m.
Upon arrival, they discovered the young victim, identified as Michael Meagher, suffering from gunshot wounds.
Emergency responders immediately initiated life-saving measures, and Meagher was transported to a local hospital. Despite medical efforts, he was later pronounced deceased.
Authorities have not yet determined whether the shooting was intentional.
In an official statement, police confirmed that the suspect, the child’s stepfather, has been taken into custody and faces preliminary charges of first-degree reckless homicide. He is currently being held at the Walworth County Jail.
However, as of Tuesday afternoon, formal charges have not yet been filed by prosecutors.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not released additional details at this time.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Town of Geneva Police Department.
