ELKHORN, Wisc. — Emerson Weingart, 33, and Gina Weingart, 37, have been identified as the couple who were murdered at ‘Sports Page Barr’ in downtown Elkhorn just after midnight on Thursday, Feb 1. As of 6 p.m. on Thursday, officials say the shooter is still on the loose, and are advising people in the area should take “reasonable steps” to protect themselves. The Elkhorn Police chief tells TMJ4 that the shooting was a “senseless act of violence.” Police say they were called to the ‘Sports Page Bar’ off Wisconsin Street for reports of gunfire just after midnight Thursday morning.
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Officers from the Elkhorn Police Department and deputies from the Walworth County Sheriff’s Office say they found the couple dead inside the bar. Family members of the couple tell TMJ4 Gena worked at the bar part-time, and that her husband, Emerson, would hang out with her until she closed the bar. They tell us the couple got married last year in June 2023, and were beloved by friends, family, co-workers, and members of their church, where they were regulars.
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Gina Weingart (far left) and Emerson Weingart (far left) with friends.
They also tell us the couple loved “anything and everything outdoors.”The incident is still under investigation. Police are asking anyone with any information to call the Elkhorn Police Department at 262-723-2210. You can also call Walworth County Crime Stoppers at 262-723-2677. It’s about time to watch on your time. Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for “TMJ4” on your device. Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more. Report a typo or error // Submit a news tip
