Domestic Violence Deaths Remain High in Wisconsin

Saturday, October 10th, 2026 -- 10:00 AM

(Wisconsin Radio Network) Domestic violence deaths remain high in Wisconsin.

According to the Wisconsin Radio Network, a new report from End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin shows 82 people died in domestic violence-related homicides in 2025, down from a record 99 deaths the year before.

Milwaukee County accounted for 42 of those fatalities, about half of the statewide total. According to the report, men committed 86% of the homicides, and firearms were used in nearly three-quarters of the deaths.

Advocates note Wisconsin saw 40 to 50 domestic violence deaths annually a decade ago, highlighting how elevated the death toll has increased across the state.

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