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MADISON, WI POLICE INVOLVED SHOOTING UPDATE: Madison Police Chief John Patterson said officers were initially dispatched around 1 p.m. for reports of a man checking parked vehicles. According to Patterson, officers located the man, who allegedly rode away on a bicycle before being stopped near Baldwin and Williamson streets. Patterson said the man either fell from or was removed from the bike before a struggle ensued. He said the man allegedly pulled a large fixed-blade knife, injuring one officer as police attempted to arrest him. Officers then attempted to use a Taser, which Patterson said was ineffective. The injured officer subsequently fired three shots, fatally wounding the man. Four officers were involved, but only one fired their weapon. The officer who fired is described as a veteran officer and has not been publicly identified. Madison police do not use body-worn cameras. The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation is leading the investigation. Earlier witness accounts described a markedly different sequence of events, and investigators will now work to reconcile those accounts with the physical evidence.
Andrew Mercado75,822 views • 15 days ago
DAUGHTER OF COREY RUIZ: "Never in a million years did I think I would see my father on a shirt, a pin, a necklace, on social media, saying he was shot and killed by a police officer. How can I call you knowing you shot my father? How are you gonna have 4 policemen on one Black man?" 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado52,187 views • 13 days ago
Emotions boiled over during today’s Madison Police Department press conference as community members interrupted Police Chief John Patterson following the fatal police shooting of Corey Ruiz. The room reflected the grief, anger, and frustration many are feeling. One man took the microphone and refused to allow the chief to continue speaking, while another attendee argued they should let officials answer questions and be part of the conversation instead of shutting it down entirely. During his remarks, the man holding the microphone said: “When these police officers come down the street and they decide they want to take the life of another brown body, there is NO oversight for that. That’s imperialism, ladies and gentlemen.” The exchange underscored just how divided people are over what accountability should look like and how deep the pain and distrust runs after Corey Ruiz’s death. As the investigation continues, many in the community say they are still searching for answers, transparency, and justice. *Video edited in length*
Andrew Mercado42,639 views • 14 days ago
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WARNING ⚠️: GRAPHIC CONTENT Video shows a Madison, WI police officer shooting a man multiple times during an encounter on the city’s east side Wednesday afternoon. According to witness Michael Doubek, the man had already been tased, was nearly handcuffed, and was on the ground when officers yelled that he had a knife. Doubek said officers deployed another Taser, fell to the ground during the struggle, and then one officer got up onto one knee and fired three shots at point-blank range while the man remained on the ground. Madison police have confirmed an officer-involved shooting near Williamson and South Baldwin streets but have not yet released additional details about what led to the encounter. The investigation is ongoing
Andrew Mercado43,506 views • 15 days ago
A powerful moment unfolded during the vigil for Corey Ruiz when a young Black man called a boy named Dwayne to the front of the crowd. After a few moments, Dwayne's mother shared that his father, Dwayne Collins Jr., was shot and killed in 2022. The speaker told the child he mattered, that the community was standing together for him, and that he should always walk with his head held high. He vowed they would not allow another generation to be "taken away" or "drowned in the system," telling Dwayne that the entire community would help build him up because that's the future he deserves. 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado20,948 views • 13 days ago
An animated Biddeford resident spoke to us about more than just what happened to fellow resident Joan Guerrero this week. He said his biggest concern is what it means for everyone’s constitutional rights, arguing that if the Fourth Amendment, which protects people against unreasonable searches and seizures by the government, is no longer upheld by law enforcement agencies, it affects every American, not just one community. 📸: Jon Farina 🎤: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado31,001 views • 22 days ago
During today’s protest in Maine, I spoke with a military veteran who brought up the story of Sascha Riley, an Iraq War veteran who has publicly alleged he was abused and trafficked by a network connected to Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. While talking, he recounted a story from Sasha: “He took a wooden tent stake, he put a condom on it, I don’t remember if he said he lubricated it or not but he put it up Trump’s butt and then KICKED IT full force and rammed it up inside of Trump. They had to life flight him to the nearest hospital” (Riley’s allegations have circulated widely online but have not been substantiated) 🎤: Andrew Mercado 📸: Jon Farina
Andrew Mercado23,841 views • 19 days ago
MAGA streamer, provocateur and grifter Tommyboi4209 claims ANTIFA broke his window and bear maced his wife and dog. He claims this happened at 330am Sunday morning but didn’t post about it until 16-17 hours later last night. Nobody that’s serious is believing this story.
Andrew Mercado33,742 views • 1 month ago
Corey Ruiz’s family spoke publicly for the first time since the 38-year-old was killed by Madison police on July 22. Fighting back tears, his mother, Elsa Ruiz, called him an “exceptional man” who loved his daughter and family, saying, “He did not deserve to be taken out like that. They took my baby from me.” Attorney Ben Crump, representing the family, called the shooting an “unjustified execution” and vowed to seek justice. 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado14,406 views • 13 days ago
A military veteran on the designated "1st Amendment Zone" at Delaney Hall: "One Deployment to the Middle East, 3 friends lost in service to this fucking country and you're gonna tell me that's my designated 1st amendment zone?! Get the fuck outta here." 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado58,313 views • 2 months ago
As the crowd left State Street around 11:30 p.m. to make its way back to the Wisconsin State Capitol, two young children took the megaphone and led protesters in a few final chants. The march then returned to the Capitol, bringing another night of demonstrations demanding justice for Corey Ruiz to a close. 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado12,403 views • 12 days ago
Tom Evenstad, who is currently campaigning for governor of Minnesota, was met with a less-than-warm reception outside the Warren E. Burger Federal Building during a rally supporting the 15 people recently indicted in connection with Operation Metro Surge. Evenstad, who was convicted of raping an 18-year-old woman and later pleaded guilty to stalking multiple people connected to that case, spent part of the event filming protesters. Many in the crowd recognized him and responded with horns, chants, and cameras of their own, making it clear they did not want him in the space. After the event, Evenstad emailed Mercado Media threatening legal action over coverage and criticism. The email included personal insults directed at me while again insisting he is a legitimate candidate for governor of Minnesota. 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado39,696 views • 1 month ago
I am outside the ICE facility in Portland — it’s calm and orderly with a few peaceful demonstrations. Despite claims from President Trump and right wing media, there is no ‘warzone’ here. The situation on the ground doesn’t match the rhetoric. I’ll continue to provide live coverage and updates on the ground.
Andrew Mercado173,262 views • 10 months ago
Protesters are heading down State Street in Madison, WI for a planned sit-in aimed at disrupting the busy bar scene. Organizers say the action is meant to challenge “business as usual” and keep public attention focused on their demands for justice. 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado10,792 views • 12 days ago
A woman pleads with New Jersey State police to allow her through to get medical attention. Someone in crowd: "You open the door for a MAGA streamer so he can go inside to get medical attention, which he wasn't even hurt, but we have someone in a wheelchair, you can visibly see she is injured and you can't even escort her to the other side? WHO ARE YOU PROTECTING?" 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado45,248 views • 2 months ago
PROUD BOYS AT DELANEY HALL COUNTER PROTEST: PB: "It's all a communist takeover, if you can't see it you're fucking blind" Q: "What do you think about Melania (Trump) being here as an undocumented worker for a long period of time?" PB: "That's a good one, come on, I won't even answer that" 📸: Andrew Mercado
Andrew Mercado37,695 views • 2 months ago
NEW VEHICLES INCOMING WHIPPLE BUILDING : More new vehicles are being brought into the Whipple Building area at Fort Snelling today. After officials suggested the surge was winding down, the continued movement of equipment is raising fresh questions about what “over” actually means. If operations were truly scaling back, why does the footprint still appear to be growing?
Andrew Mercado65,961 views • 5 months ago
