A 23-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of University of Wisconsin-Whitewater gymnast Kara Welsh, 21, near campus following an altercation at a campus-area apartment. The suspect, who knew the victim, has been booked on suspicion of first-degree intentional homicide, endangering safety while armed, and disorderly conduct while armed. Welsh, a business management major and national title-winning gymnast, was shot multiple times at a residence off-campus and was pronounced dead at the scene. University Chancellor Corey King announced Welsh’s death in a message to the university community, expressing condolences and offering support to those grieving. The suspect’s name has not been released, and it is unclear whether he is still in jail or has legal representation. The university’s athletic department and USA Gymnastics offered condolences to Welsh’s family, friends, and teammates. Memorial services will be announced, and counseling will be available to those in need when students and faculty return to campus. Flags will fly at half-staff in Welsh’s honor. The impact of Welsh’s death on the university community was described as significant, with Coach Jen Regan noting her powerful athleticism and positive influence on teammates. The incident has left the university community in shock and mourning the loss of a beloved student and athlete.
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Wisconsin police arrest suspect in shooting death of college gymnast
