KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A tragic shooting incident on Wednesday night in Kansas City, Missouri, resulted in the death of a young child. The Kansas City Police Department responded to a call reporting the sound of shots on the 3300 block of Flora Avenue around 9:45 p.m., which was soon upgraded to a shooting as officers made their way to the scene.
Upon arrival, officers entered a home where they discovered a young female who was unresponsive with a gunshot wound. The victim was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries shortly after. Authorities have identified the victim as a juvenile above the age of 10.
Detectives are actively engaging with individuals who were present during the tragic shooting, striving to gather more information to piece together the events leading up to the incident. Anyone with potentially valuable information is urged to contact the KCPD Homicide Unit directly at 816-234-5043 or provide anonymous tips through the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS.
The community is left in shock and mourning following this heartbreaking tragedy. The Kansas City Police Department is working diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shooting and bring justice to the young victim and her family. The loss of a child to senseless violence is a stark reminder of the urgent need to address and prevent such tragedies from reoccurring in the future.
Authorities are calling on the public to come forward with any information that could assist in the investigation, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in solving this heinous crime. As the investigation unfolds, the residents of Kansas City are urged to remain vigilant and support one another during this difficult time of loss and grief.