Kansas City, Missouri – A teenage boy has been apprehended by Kansas City police in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in south Kansas City on Tuesday night. The police responded to a residence on Corrington Avenue just north of Grandview at approximately 7:30 p.m., where they found a man who had succumbed to gunshot wounds. Additionally, a woman and another teenage boy were also injured in the shooting and are currently in critical but stable condition at a local hospital, as stated by police spokesperson Officer Alayna Gonzalez on Wednesday.
The teenage suspect was taken into custody on Wednesday afternoon and is currently being held at the county juvenile justice center in downtown Kansas City. It was reported that several individuals were present at the scene of the shooting on Tuesday night, with many claiming to have witnessed the incident firsthand. Subsequently, at least seven young children were seen leaving the area with family members while the police cars secured the street.
Detectives are exploring the possibility that multiple individuals may have been involved in the shooting, with Gonzalez mentioning that the injured teen may have had some level of involvement. The Kansas City Police Department has announced a reward of up to $25,000 for any anonymous tips related to the shooting. The identity of the deceased victim has not been disclosed to the public yet, but his death has been recorded as the 48th homicide in Kansas City this year based on data from local sources.
The incident has shaken the community and raised concerns about the prevalence of gun violence in the area. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. The tragic event serves as a reminder of the impact of such violent crimes on families and neighborhoods, highlighting the need for collective efforts to address and prevent such incidents in the future.