Family Accuses Boyfriend in Fatal Shooting of Milwaukee Mother Alicia Renee Machnik

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  A tragic shooting on Milwaukee’s northwest side has claimed the life of 29‑year‑old Alicia Renee Machnik, a mother of two. The incident occurred Wednesday afternoon near Appleton Avenue and Silver Spring Drive, marking the city’s sixth homicide of 2026.

Milwaukee Mother Alicia Renee Machnik


📍 Incident Details

  • Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026

  • Time: Around 2:30 p.m.

  • Location: Near the Port Motel, Appleton Avenue & Silver Spring Drive, Milwaukee

  • Victim: Alicia Renee Machnik, 29, mother of two

  • Status: Investigated as a homicide by Milwaukee Police Department

  • Arrests: None announced as of Friday

  • Motive: Still under review

Milwaukee police responded to the scene, where detectives were seen entering and exiting the motel. The department confirmed the case is being investigated as a homicide, though no suspects have been officially named.

🔎 Family’s Accusations

Family members identified Machnik as the victim and expressed profound grief, sharing photos of her with her children. Her sister posted on social media accusing Lance White, Machnik’s boyfriend, of the shooting, urging the public to be on the lookout for him.

Relatives told FOX6 News they believe Alicia was a victim of domestic violence and insist they know the shooter’s identity, even though police have not confirmed any suspects publicly.

Fatal Shooting of Milwaukee

💐 Community Response & GoFundMe

Machnik’s family has launched a GoFundMe campaign titled “Support for Malinna & Jakii After the Loss of Their Mother” to aid her children, ages 14 and 2. The fundraiser explicitly accuses Lance White of responsibility and seeks funds for funeral costs and ongoing support.

As of Friday morning, the campaign had raised just over $4,000 of its $10,000 goal.

📞 How to Help

Police urge anyone with information about the case to contact:

  • 🚓 Milwaukee Police Department: 414‑935‑7360

  • 📞 Crime Stoppers (Anonymous): 414‑224‑TIPS

This alert is shared for awareness purposes, based on information provided by local law enforcement and family statements.

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