The Brief Demonstrators in Madison marched overnight following the fatal police shooting of Corey Ruiz. Chief John Patterson said DCI fatal shooting of Corey Ruiz is being investigated as a homicide. The family of Corey Ruiz spoke publicly Friday for the first time since he was shot and killed by a Madison police officer. Corey Ruiz family speaksWhat they're saying:High-profile civil rights Attorney Ben Crump joined Corey Ruiz's mother, daughter and siblings in calling for justice on Friday – saying the officer involved should be criminally charged. Hundreds gather on Madison streets after police shooting of Corey Ruiz (July 23, 2026)Overnight protests in MadisonWhat they're saying:Tension in Madison remain high in the days since the shooting.