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Mother and Daughter Die in Milwaukee Rollover Near 36th and Mitchell

Police now identify the victims, citing excessive speed as a factor.

Overview

  • The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner identified the victims as 61-year-old Venus Harding, who was ejected and died at the scene, and her 34-year-old daughter, Chauntelle Anthony, who died at a hospital.
  • The single-vehicle rollover occurred around 2:55–3:00 a.m. on Feb. 15 near South 36th Street and West Mitchell Street in the Leighton Park neighborhood.
  • Investigators report that speed contributed to the crash, and the investigation remains active.
  • Neighbors say drivers frequently race along Mitchell Street and note another fatal collision near the same roundabout in January.
  • Police request tips at 414-935-7360 or through Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS, with anonymous submissions accepted via the P3 Tips app.