Madison Crime & Community

East Side Shootings and Drug Bust

East Side Shootings and Drug Bust

Key Questions

What happened during the gunfire incident on Bewick St?

Gunfire on Bewick St damaged vehicles but caused no injuries. It is part of ongoing East Side safety concerns.

What was seized in the prior task force operation?

A task force seized 1.6kg of meth and guns in a prior operation. Dejaun Angelo, 23, was sentenced to 3 years federally for pot possession, 23 guns, and hate posts.

What other incidents occurred in the East Side area?

Incidents include an East Towne battery fire, a FedEx lithium-ion vehicle fire, Northland dog bite, Sun Prairie pit bull probe, and a Northland Dr arson attempt with self-inflicted GSW.

What is the status of the Madison home fire attempt?

A Madison home fire attempt ended in death, with police investigating. It underscores neighborhood safety risks.

Are there ongoing investigations related to animal incidents?

Madison authorities are investigating suspicious dog deaths, including a Northland dog bite and Sun Prairie pit bull probe. These contribute to broader neighborhood safety concerns.

Bewick St gunfire damaged vehicles (no injuries); prior task force seized 1.6kg meth, guns; Dejaun Angelo (23) confirmed 3-year fed sentence for pot/23 guns/hate posts (east side bust wrap-up); East Towne battery fire + FedEx lithium-ion; Northland dog bite + Sun Prairie pit bull probe + new Northland Dr arson attempt/self-GSW. Ongoing neighborhood safety concerns.

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Updated Apr 8, 2026