Koreem Ozier Obituary: 27-Year-Old Dies After Fatal Shooting Near 12th Street and South Memorial Drive in Racine, Wisconsin
With sadness in our hearts, family, friends, and members of the Racine community are mourning the unexpected loss of 27-year-old Koreem Ozier of Racine, who died Sunday night after being fatally shot.
The incident occurred at approximately 8:56 p.m. on September 20, 2026, near the intersection of 12th Street and South Memorial Drive. Racine police responded to reports of gunfire and found Ozier suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest.
Emergency responders transported Ozier to Ascension All Saints Hospital, where medical personnel attempted to save his life. Despite those efforts, he died shortly after arriving at the hospital.
Preliminary information from police indicates that Ozier had been involved in a verbal or physical altercation with an unidentified man shortly before the shooting.
During the confrontation, the suspect allegedly produced a firearm and shot Ozier before leaving the area. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and work to identify the person responsible.
Ozier’s sudden death has left his family, friends, and loved ones facing a painful loss. At 27, his life was cut short in a violent incident that has brought grief to those who knew him.
As the investigation continues, those closest to Koreem are left to remember his life and the moments they shared with him. His family and friends are now navigating the difficult days ahead while seeking answers about what happened.
Our thoughts are with Koreem Ozier’s family, friends, and everyone affected by this heartbreaking loss.
