Tragedy at Local Bar: Newlywed Couple Fatally Shot in Elkhorn, Wisconsin


A beloved young couple in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, met a tragic end Thursday night when they were fatally shot inside the Sports Page Bar. Gina Weingart, 37, and Emerson Weingart, 33, were found dead at the scene, leaving their families and community reeling.

The chilling event unfolded around 12:11 am, when a call reported gunshots and a person down at the establishment. Responding officers from the Elkhorn Police Department and Walworth County Sheriff's Office discovered both Gina and Emerson deceased upon arrival.

The investigation into the double homicide is ongoing, with no arrests made yet. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward, as the bar was open with potential witnesses present.

Gina, a part-time bartender at the Sports Page Bar, was often joined by Emerson during her late-night shifts. Their close bond and loving relationship are evident in friends' and family's tributes. Emerson's father, Jeff Weingart, expressed his pain and pleaded for help in finding the perpetrator(s), stating, "Somebody saw them... somebody has to know something."

Married in June 2023, Gina and Emerson were cherished members of the community. Emerson, a department manager at a grocery store, was known for his passion for sports. Gina, who also worked at Wisconsin Vision Associates, brought joy to gatherings with her love for karaoke. Their shared love for fishing symbolized their deep connection.

This senseless act of gun violence has shaken the Elkhorn community. As the investigation continues, the focus remains on remembering Gina and Emerson, honoring their lives, and ensuring justice is served.
 

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