FOP Press Release - 05/11/2026
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MILWAUKEE, WI – May 11, 2026
FOP Raises Safety Concerns After Inmate Threatens Milwaukee Officer from Jail
The Fraternal Order of Police Cream City Lodge #8 is raising serious concerns following a court decision that has allowed a Milwaukee County Jail inmate to continue using communication devices despite repeated violations of a no-contact order and newly issued death threats.
On May 6, 2026, a Milwaukee Police Officer assigned to the Sensitive Crimes Division, Domestic Violence High Risk Team became aware that inmate Amier H. Jones had been sending threats to kill a victim in one of his domestic violence cases. These threats were transmitted using the jail’s tablet communication system.
Jones has been subject to a no-contact order with the victim since January 22, 2026. Since that time, he has violated that order more than 500 times through phone and tablet communications.
During a subsequent investigation, it was discovered that on May 5, 2026, Jones escalated his conduct by making threats to kill anyone, including their children, who attempted to restrict his communication privileges. He also identified and threatened the investigating officer, stating that the officer was on his “hit list.”
Jones remains in custody on multiple felony cases, including stalking, intimidation of a victim, possession of a firearm by a felon, fleeing and eluding, and recklessly endangering safety, several with habitual criminality enhancers.
The Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office filed a motion seeking to increase Jones’ bail and to suspend his communication privileges due to the ongoing threat to the victim and the targeting of law enforcement.
On May 7, 2026, Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Ana Berrios denied both requests.
“This situation raises serious concerns about the safety of victims, law enforcement, and the community,” said Michael S. Murphy, President of FOP Cream City Lodge #8. “An individual who has repeatedly violated a no-contact order and is now issuing death threats should not have continued access to communication tools that enable that behavior.”
The FOP is calling for an immediate review of policies governing inmate communication privileges within the Milwaukee County Jail, particularly in cases involving repeated violations and credible threats of violence.
The FOP is also urging all appropriate authorities to take any necessary steps to ensure the safety of the victim involved and the officer who has been directly threatened.
“Our priority is simple,” Murphy said. “Protect the victim, protect the officer, and close any gaps that allow this kind of conduct to continue.”
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