La Crosse Police Investigate a person shooting a gun on the Southside

Published on April 24, 2026

La Crosse Police Logo with State of Wisconsin in black and star where City of La Crosse is located

 

On April 24, 2026, at approximately 1:39 PM, La Crosse Police were dispatched to the area of 900 8th Street South for a shots call.  Witnesses described a subject who was walking away from the scene.  Officers contacted the subject, who was identified as being the suspect.  He was taken into custody without incident at 1:45PM near 8th and Mississippi Streets.  No injuries have been reported, and this appears to be an isolated incident.  

Tyri M. Roquemore (D.O.B. 09-25-1981) was arrested for the following charges related to this incident: 

941.20(1)(B) Operate/Go Armed with Firearm While Intoxicated

941.30(2) 2nd Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety 

941.29(1M)(A) Possession of Firearm by Felon

946.49(1)(B) Felony Bail Jumping

Mr. Roquemore is presumed innocent, until proven guilty.  This continues to be an active investigation.

 

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