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Man Sentenced for Hit-and-Run Death | Milwaukee News
Fifty-year-old Matthew Brennecke has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for a 2025 hit-and-run that killed 87-year-old Al Eighmy, a beloved church member who was mowing grass when struck by Brennecke’s SUV. Fleeing the scene after hitting a tractor, Brennecke’s black 2008 Volvo XC90 was captured on surveillance speeding with visible damage. His criminal history—including prior hit-and-runs and reckless driving—adds gravity to the case. The community grieves Eighmy’s loss, finding closure now that justice has been served, though the pain remains deep. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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