Kansas City, Kansas — An adult man was found fatally shot early Saturday in Kansas City, Kansas, police said, prompting a homicide investigation by the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department Major Case Unit.
What happened
Officers were called to the 300 block of Kansas Avenue at about 3:45 a.m. Saturday for a report of a shooting. Responding crews located an adult male lying in the street with gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene, KCKPD said.
The department has not released the victim's name, a motive or details about any suspect. Detectives with the Major Case Unit are leading the inquiry and have asked anyone with information to come forward.
How residents can help
- Contact the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department directly with any firsthand information related to the incident.
- If you prefer to remain anonymous, call the Greater Kansas City Crime Stoppers Tips Hotline at 816-474-TIPS (8477), submit a tip online or use the P3 Tips mobile app at P3Tips.com.
- Depending on the tip, Crime Stoppers may offer a cash reward.
Authorities did not provide additional details about witnesses, evidence collected at the scene or whether any arrests have been made.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | 300 block of Kansas Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas |
| Time reported | About 3:45 a.m., Saturday |
| Victim | Adult male, deceased at scene |
| Investigating unit | KCKPD Major Case Unit |
This homicide adds to the year-to-date fatal shooting data tracked for the Kansas City area. KSHB 41 maintains a public Homicide Tracker that compiles annual details and data for the region; the tracker was launched in 2015.
Investigators ask anyone with video, photos or other information that might assist the probe to contact police. Tips can be provided directly to the KCKPD or anonymously through Crime Stoppers, which can be reached at the number and web address above.
Further updates will be released by KCKPD as the Major Case Unit develops leads and identifies potential suspects.
