Kansas City Police Investigate Homicide Near East 28th and Oakley
A homicide investigation is underway after one person was found shot to death around 11 p.m. on Monday near East 28th Street and Oakley Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri. This marks the 78th homicide of the year in the city.
Kansas City, MO, August 11, 2026 —
Kansas City, Missouri police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Monday evening. Officers responded to a call around 11 p.m. near the intersection of East 28th Street and Oakley Avenue.
Upon arrival, authorities discovered one individual who had sustained gunshot wounds. Emergency medical services pronounced the person deceased at the scene. The identity of the victim has not yet been released.
This incident marks the 78th homicide recorded in Kansas City, Missouri, for the current year. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death is ongoing. Police have not yet released information regarding potential suspects or motives.
Further details are expected as the investigation progresses. Authorities are asking anyone with information related to the incident to contact the Kansas City Police Department.
Story summarized from the original created by Steve Kaut on www.kshb.com, see more information here.
