Milwaukee, WI – A Milwaukee man, 30-year-old Eddie Holmon-McAttee, has been charged with multiple felonies following an armed carjacking and a dangerous police chase that reached speeds exceeding 130 mph. The intense pursuit covered over 16 miles, putting public safety at serious risk before law enforcement was able to bring the incident to a close.
Holmon-McAttee faces several felony charges including armed carjacking, fleeing police causing property damage, recklessly endangering safety in the second degree, and possession of a firearm by a felon, all enhanced with a habitual criminality repeater modifier.
Details of the Armed Carjacking Incident
On Sunday, August 31, Milwaukee Police Department officers were dispatched to a report of a carjacking near 29th and Cherry streets. According to the criminal complaint viewed by Fox6Now, the victim had been approached by Holmon-McAttee, who requested a ride after expressing concern about individuals reportedly looking into the victim’s Chrysler 300.
Initially, the victim agreed but later asked Holmon-McAttee to exit the vehicle. At that point, Holmon-McAttee allegedly drew a firearm and forcibly took the car keys from a lanyard around the victim’s neck. Recognizing the danger, the victim exited the car, and Holmon-McAttee then fled the scene in the stolen vehicle.
High-Speed Police Chase Across Milwaukee
Soon after the armed carjacking, an MPD officer spotted the stolen Chrysler and attempted to initiate a traffic stop using squad lights and sirens. Instead of stopping, Holmon-McAttee accelerated, sparking a pursuit involving multiple officers.
- The chase lasted 16.2 miles, with speeds surging above 130 mph.
- During the pursuit, the suspect ran multiple red lights at high speeds and dangerously weaved through traffic, even driving in non-driving lanes to pass other vehicles.
- The pursuit ended when stop sticks deployed by law enforcement punctured the vehicle’s tires.
- Waukesha County Sheriff’s deputies and Wisconsin State Patrol troopers collaborated to take Holmon-McAttee into custody; a passenger was also in the vehicle at the time.
Insights from the Suspect’s Interview
In a mirandized interview, Holmon-McAttee admitted to initially accepting a ride from the victim after seeing masked individuals eyeing the car. He insisted that he believed these individuals posed a threat, which justified his actions.
Regarding the carjacking, he claimed:
“The victim gave the defendant the keys by choice,” and denied brandishing a firearm during the initial taking of the vehicle.
When questioned about the chase, he boldly stated that he would never stop for police and claimed that officers had no right to stop him. Holmon-McAttee also blamed law enforcement for reckless driving during the pursuit and said he only stopped after running over stop sticks because his girlfriend asked him to.
He further admitted to arming himself with a firearm after initially stealing the vehicle, asserting that despite his prior convictions for firearm offenses, he believed he retained the right to possess a gun. His defiant remarks included the explicit statement,
“I don’t give a **** about no gun.”
Legal Proceedings and Next Steps
Holmon-McAttee made his initial court appearance on Monday, September 8, where a cash bond was set at $20,000. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for September 15.
Assessing the Impact on Community Safety
This incident underlines the dangers posed by armed carjackings and high-speed chases in urban areas. The reckless behavior not only endangered the victim and the suspect but also put numerous innocent bystanders at risk.
- Authorities emphasize the importance of cooperative responses in police stops to ensure public safety.
- Law enforcement officials continue to monitor repeat offenders seriously, as indicated by the habitual criminality repeater charges.
What Do You Think?
What’s your view on the handling of armed carjackings and police pursuits? Do you think law enforcement is doing enough to balance public safety and suspects’ rights? Share your thoughts and experiences with police interactions in Milwaukee in the comments below!
