Tuesday, February 23, 2021

Rebecca S. Pekrul Charged With The Stabbing Homicide Of Mathew S. Newkirk In West Allis

Newkirk was stabbed multiple times by Pekrul at an apartment complex in West Allis.

By H. Nelson Goodson 
Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

February 23, 2021

West Allis, Wisconsin - On Monday, Rebecca S. Pekrul, 28, of Cudahy was charged with one felony count for 1st-degree reckless homicide and use of a dangerous weapon in connection with the fatal stabbing murder of Mathew S. Newkirk, 35, at the 1700 block of S. 116 St. in West Allis. If convicted, Pekrul is facing up to 60 years in prison. A cash bail of $50,000 was set for Pekrul. She is expected back in court on March 3rd, for a preliminary hearing.

According to the criminal complaint, Pekrul who was intoxicated was trying to get Newkirk mad and a witness at the apartment told her to cool down and drink some water. Pekrul got mad and slapped the witness and Pekrul grabbed a kitchen knife and stabbed Newkirk multiple times in the chest and arm. The witness immediately grabbed a hold of Newkirk and took him out of the apartment where he later died in the hallway as several people including the witness attempted to render life saving aid to Newkirk, but they were unsuccessful. Newkirk, Pekrul and the witness all knew each other.

Last Thursday, West Allis Police responded to a residence in the 1700 block of S. 116th St., for a report of a stabbing incident. Upon arrival, officers located Newkirk with significant injuries. West Allis Police and West Allis Fire personnel provided lifesaving measures to the victim. 

Ultimately, Newkirk succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on the scene. Pekrul, the suspect was arrested on scene. The victim is a resident of West Allis; the suspect is a resident of Cudahy.

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