Green Bay teenager has been charged in adult court with homicide in a June 22, 2026, shooting on the city's east side that killed another teenager.
The Brown District Attorney’s Office charged suspect, Araylius Cornelius, 16, on October 1, 2026:
- 1st-Degree Intentional Homicide
- Use of a Dangerous Weapon
Cornelius, who was 15 years old at the time of the incident, was taken into custody on Monday, July 6, 2026, by the Milwaukee Police Department on an unrelated matter. Shortly after, he was transported back to Brown County. Meanwhile, the Green Bay Police Department (GBPD) continued their investigation into Cornelius as a person of interest in the weapon call on the 2400 block of Deckner Avenue. This incident resulted in the death of Emerald Metoxen, 18, of Oneida. A 17-year-old male was also shot but survived. The circumstances leading to his injuries remain under investigation.
On September 30, 2026, a criminal complaint was filed by the Brown County District Attorney’s Office with a recommended charge of 1st-Degree Intentional Homicide from GBPD.
No further details are currently planned for release.
Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to call Green Bay Police at (920) 448-3200 and reference case #26-229513. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (920) 432-STOP (7867). You may also submit a tip online at www.432stop.com, or utilize the "P3 Tips" app.
