In the dark stillness of early Saturday morning, the pulse of Milwaukee’s nightlife was shattered by sudden gunfire that left one man dead and four others injured in a harrowing downtown shooting near one of the city’s busiest entertainment corridors. Antwan Hogans, 52, known affectionately throughout the city as OG Tweezy, was killed near the intersection of North Water Street and East Michigan Street, a popular hub for nightlife and weekend crowds. The gunfire erupted just after midnight, casting a long shadow over a community still reeling from the loss of a local cultural figure.
According to police, the shooting left four additional men—aged 30, 32, 34, and 39—with gunshot wounds. All were rushed to local hospitals, and authorities confirmed that their injuries, while serious, were not life-threatening. The survivors have not been publicly identified, and police have not indicated whether they were bystanders, targets, or acquaintances of the victim.
As of Saturday afternoon, no arrests have been made, and investigators with the Milwaukee Police Department are actively working to piece together what led to the deadly outbreak of violence in an area typically known more for nightlife than bloodshed. Surveillance footage is being reviewed, and witnesses are being interviewed in hopes of identifying a suspect or suspects. But for now, the death of Antwan Hogans has sent ripples through Milwaukee’s tight-knit entertainment and nightlife scene.
Antwan, or “OG Tweezy” as he was universally known, was no ordinary resident of Milwaukee. He was a fixture in local music circles, a mentor to many younger artists, a charismatic promoter, and a widely respected personality across bars, clubs, and cultural events that defined the city’s after-hours heartbeat. His death is not simply a homicide; it is the loss of a community ambassador, someone who helped shape and energize the very environment that ultimately became the backdrop for his final moments.
Friends and supporters describe Antwan as the soul of Milwaukee’s streets after dark—not in a dangerous sense, but in a way that celebrated life, music, connection, and creativity. He could be found at shows, giving local acts their first chance to perform, or at the door of clubs, keeping peace with a word or a handshake. OG Tweezy was more than a nickname—it was a badge of experience, of respect, and of influence.
His sudden and violent death in the heart of a busy downtown area raises urgent questions. Who would target someone so widely liked? Was he the intended victim? Was the shooting the result of a dispute, a retaliatory act, or an incident of mistaken identity? With no suspects in custody, police have yet to publicly confirm a motive, and the community is left to speculate and mourn while investigators pursue leads.
The shooting’s location—North Water Street and East Michigan Street—is one of the city’s most frequented nightlife corridors, particularly on weekends. The area is lined with bars, clubs, and restaurants, and is typically patrolled with a visible police presence on busy nights. The fact that gun violence could erupt in such a dense, well-trafficked setting is alarming. It reinforces concerns voiced in recent years by business owners and residents about the challenges of keeping downtown safe during peak hours, especially in the early hours of the morning.
Witnesses reported chaos as gunshots rang out, with people fleeing in different directions and patrons in nearby venues ducking for cover or rushing to help. Emergency vehicles quickly swarmed the area, and streets were blocked off as investigators began marking shell casings and collecting evidence. Police have not confirmed how many shots were fired, how many suspects may have been involved, or whether any weapons were recovered at the scene.
Community response has been immediate and heartfelt. Social media platforms flooded with tributes to Antwan Hogans as news of his death spread through Milwaukee on Saturday morning. Artists, promoters, local business owners, and friends posted memories, photos, and condolences, describing him as a “legend,” “peacemaker,” “mentor,” and “icon of the city.” Some posts voiced frustration and anger at the continued violence that has taken too many from the city, while others simply mourned a man who had lifted others for decades.
Milwaukee, like many American cities, continues to grapple with the persistent scourge of gun violence, even in areas that have seen economic revitalization and increased security presence. But the death of someone like Antwan—known not for conflict but for community—underscores just how fragile public safety can be. It also highlights the urgent need for witness cooperation, especially in cases like this where investigators are racing against time to identify suspects before evidence dissipates or memories fade.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact the Milwaukee Police Department or Crime Stoppers. The hope is that someone—whether from among the large crowd present that night or from the city’s broader social circles—knows something that can lead to an arrest and provide answers for Antwan’s grieving family and loved ones.
For now, the city remembers OG Tweezy not for how he died, but for how he lived. For the hundreds of shows he supported. For the music he promoted. For the encouragement he gave to young talent. For the peaceful presence he maintained in rooms that often needed calming. For the authenticity he never lost, even as his reputation grew.
In the coming days, there will likely be memorials, gatherings, and vigils in Antwan’s honor. Milwaukee will pause, reflect, and celebrate the life of a man who gave his city so much—and whose life was taken in an act that defies sense and wounds the very community he helped build.
Police continue to investigate. The city continues to mourn. And the voice of OG Tweezy echoes in the silence he left behind.