Kansas City Crime Scene: Court Cases & Police Postscript

Lots of items to consider tonight as we roundup a few EXCELLENT crime reports along with notes on police action and community outreach.

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Independence man charged with fatal shooting at Midtown apartment

Eryn D. Holt is facing a murder charge in connection with the death of 22-year-old Adrian Terry

2 KCK firefighters charged in separate criminal cases, prosecutors announce

The Wyandotte County District Attorney's Office announced charges against two Kansas City, Kansas firefighters in separate criminal cases.

Kansas City police identify Brookside porch pirate

Kansas City police say they've identified a suspect caught on video stealing clothes and a package from a Brookside porch.

Murder trial of WyCo DA Mark Dupree's nephew should not be held in his courthouse | Opinion

No matter how the case is handled, why put a cloud of doubt over the proceedings in such a serious matter? From Melinda Henneberger:

KC man charged after rape of family friend's 6-year-old daughter

A Kansas City man is behind bars and has been charged after he allegedly raped the 6-year-old daughter of a family friend.

Ricky Kidd then, now: Marking the 5-year anniversary of his release

Thursday marks 1,827 days since Ricky Kidd was released from the Western Missouri Correctional Center.

Judge refuses to release bodycam video of KCK police fatally shooting a homeless man. Why?

The Wyandotte County judge said he didn't find the footage to be in the public interest. The family of the man who was killed says they are considering an appeal.

Crime Panel Discussion addresses increase in property crimes in the Waldo, Brookside and Red Bridge areas

"We're doing better now, but it's going to take years to catch up."

Clifton Park in KCK vandalized, thousands in equipment stolen

25,000 worth of chemical equipment, including a controller and tanks, were among the park maintenance items taken.

Raytown mom of 2 fatally shot during argument was a ride-or-die friend, loved ones say

A 28-year-old Kansas City man was arrested and charged for firing the fatal shot a week after the shooting.

Former KCPD officer now working to help others transition into life after the badge

A former Kansas City Police Department officer is working to make life after law enforcement better for other former officers.

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