Kansas City Crime Scene: Hit & Run, Creeper Suspects & Court Fights

There's a lot to consider in this latest crime scene update as we track EXCEPTIONAL REPORTING and follow-up on court cases, local investigation, police action and community outreach. 

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Man accused of robbing victim, fatally shooting him before leading Kansas City police on chase

A man is accused of shooting and killing another man before stealing his vehicle at a BP gas station in east Kansas City, Missouri.

Neighbors on edge after teen shot in KCMO apartment

Residents are on edge after a teen boy was shot in his apartment.

Couple indicted by grand jury in connection to death of boy who fell from Independence apartment

A couple was indicted in connection to the death of a 3-year-old boy who fell eight stories from an Independence apartment.

IHOPKC says it banned youth group leader accused of abuse. He was still there years later

Social media posts and archived videos show that Larry Lucky was playing in IHOPKC's 24-hour Prayer Room in south Kansas City for years beyond when it said he was dismissed over sexual misconduct allegations.

Investigators seek community aid as I-70 shooting victim remains stable

Investigators have asked for the community's help to find the shooter who left one victim in critical but stable condition on I-70 in Independence.

West Plaza, Brookside residents react to arrests in string of break-ins

Property crimes are being reported across Kansas City, Missouri, including break-ins at four businesses earlier this week in the West Plaza.

Kansans warned to use caution when buying items on social media sites

Kansans have been warned to exercise caution when buying items from users on social media platforms - it could be a trap.

'Don't know how else to prevent it:' Break-ins leave Kansas City, Missouri, business owners frustrated

Burglars broke into Bay Boy, Chingu Coffee, The Bar and Johnny Jo's Pizzeria early Sunday morning in the West Plaza Neighborhood.

Hit and Run Accident in Pendleton Heights, Friday - Northeast News

Admin BREAKING: A Hit and Run traffic collision occurred at approximately 1:38 p.m., Aug. 23 in Pendleton Heights neighborhood between Maple Boulevard and E. Missouri Avenue. The Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) and Kansas City Fire Department (KCFD) were dispatched to the area. One individual involved was treated for a small laceration on the scene.

Man sues, accuses Johnson County DA of malicious prosecution after 'glaring omission'

Micah Smith was charged with criminal deprivation of a motor vehicle. A judge threw out the case, saying prosecutors had left out key information in an affidavit.

Overland Park police officer resigns after being charged with battery against a child

Adam Vendetti was charged with battery in Johnson County District Court. He resigned from the Overland Park Police Department last week.

KC man faces molestation, abuse charges after caught with family member

A Kansas City man faces molestation and abuse charges after he was caught inappropriately touching a young family member.

'People would die without it': Narcan available for free in Independence

The Independence Health Department plans to distribute free doses of Narcan at three events this week.

Marijuana expungement denial overturned by Missouri Appellate Court

A judge's decision to deny expungements for Missourians who have been convicted of THC possession was overturned this week in the Missouri Court of Appeals.

KCI TSA canine named finalist in cuteness contest

One of the TSA canines at the Kansas City International Airport is in the running to be the 2024 TSA Cutest Canine.

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