Authorities ID the officer who fatally shot a Black man on a bike in Madison, Wisconsin
Summary
Authorities in Madison, Wisconsin, have identified the police officer who fatally shot Corey Ruiz, a 38-year-old Black man, during an incident in July. The officer, Kiel Baitinger-Peterson, fired the shots after Ruiz was surrounded by police responding to reports of suspicious activity; an investigation is ongoing.Key Facts
- Corey Ruiz was shot and killed by Madison police on July 22, 2026.
- Kiel Baitinger-Peterson, a white officer with nearly 11 years of experience, fired the shots.
- The shooting occurred after police responded to calls about a person looking at parked cars and a possible burglary.
- Ruiz was on a bicycle during the incident, which was recorded by bystanders but not on police body cameras, as officers in Madison do not wear them.
- Officers tried to use a Taser on Ruiz without success before he allegedly brandished a knife and injured Baitinger-Peterson.
- All officers involved are on paid administrative leave while the state investigates.
- Dane County District Attorney will review the investigation results before deciding on any charges.
- Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, representing Ruiz’s family, has called for charges against the officer.
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