June 19, 2025 9:20a; Updated at 10:30a with homicide; Updated 7:15p
(WGTD)---At least one of the two shootings in Racine Wednesday evening appears to have been domestic violence-related.
51-year-old Melisa Ann Bodoh was charged Thursday with Attempted First Degree Intentional Homicide. Bodoh allegedly shot her estranged husband in the neck. The 54-year-old man is being treated for life-threatening injuries, according to the criminal complaint.
The incident occurred at the home of Bodoh's mother in the 1500 blk. of Carlisle Ave. Bodoh reportedly told investigators that she shot her husband because he'd been hitting her.
Bond for Bodoh was set Thursday at $50,000
The second shooting that occurred in Racine Wednesday evening was fatal. A 36-year-old man died in the 1400 blk. of Marquette after being shot in the chest. At last report, police were looking to identify the gunman.
In a news release, police said they're looking for any information that anyone may have about the incidents. Any witnesses, or citizens with information, are urged to call the Racine Police Department Investigations Unit at (262) 635-7756. Those who wish to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers by phone at (262) 636-9330, or through the Crime Stoppers app by using the P3 Tips.
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