Kansas City Crime Scene: Homicide Surge & Fact Checking AI Fakes

For close readers of the blog . . . We're playing a bit of catch-up with metro crime news but all of these headlines are worth considering for locals . . . In this collection we offer a peek at social media trickery myth-busted along with VERY REAL NEWS ABOUT THE RISING LOCAL MURDER COUNT along some more encouraging stories about how to protect youngsters in the midst of so much violence.

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FACT CHECK: Viral post claiming arrest for Kansas City community service found to be false

Kansas City leaders have urged community members to be wary of information found on social media after a viral AI-generated post caused widespread concern.

Kansas City police investigate homicide after man found dead behind Midtown apartments

Kansas City homicide detectives are working to figure out how and when a man was killed after officers found him unresponsive on Thursday morning.

Man charged in death of Kansas City sports journalist faces 15 additional charges

The man charged in the death of Kansas City sports journalist Adan Manzano now faces 15 additional charges.

Fourth lawsuit filed after 3 men found dead in backyard of Kansas City home

The mother of Rickey Johnson, one of the men who died, filed the lawsuit in June 2025.

Man accused of shooting Lee's Summit police officer appears in Jackson County Court after extradition

The man accused of shooting a Lee's Summit police officer earlier this month made his first court appearance in Jackson County on Wednesday.

Police search for suspects who injured ATM service technician during robbery

Police are searching for two men who injured an ATM service technician during a strong-armed robbery outside an Olathe bank.

Two suspects in custody following standoff on I-35 in Johnson County

Two people are in custody following a standoff that closed part of Interstate 35 in Johnson County Thursday night.

Shooting at 99th and Blue Ridge Blvd leave two wounded

Police were dispatched to the area of 99th and Blue Ridge Blvd on a report of sound of shots Wednesday at 2:21 pm.

KC-area casino overserved woman, is at fault in fatal DWI crash, lawsuit says

A driver who killed a cyclist last year was convicted in March for driving under the influence. Now the casino hotel that served her drinks could be liable, a lawsuit says.

Search ends after man accused of December armed robbery arrested

A months-long search has come to a close after the arrest of a man accused of robbing a Kansas City car dealership employee at gunpoint.

Repeated problems at Raytown park frustrate neighbors

Locals have shared with FOX4 that Sarah Colman-Livengood park seems to be a frequent spot for shootings and unwanted behaviors in Raytown.

Kansas City, Missouri, police need the public's help to find 2 missing juveniles

The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department is asking for the public's help to find two missing juveniles.

How KC area police keep standoffs from turning deadly. 'This person needs help'

Learn how Kansas City police negotiators deescalate crises. Sgt. Ben Lindsay at KCPD shares insights on resolving standoffs and helping those in mental health distress.

Woman, 81, Was Last Seen Driving Home in May. Her Human Remains Were Likely Just Found, Son Says

Officials said human remains were found during the search for a Kansas woman who went missing last month.

KC officer sues driver who allegedly struck him with car at Morgan Wallen concert

KC traffic control officer sues driver for injuries sustained during the Morgan Wallen concert at Arrowhead Stadium, alleging careless and negligent driving.

Civil rights advocates claim federal facility in Leavenworth violates immigrants' rights

Civil rights organizations and former ICE detainees claim the federal facility in Leavenworth is violating the rights of immigrants.

Fugitive wanted for homicide that took place near 82nd and Holmes Rd a year ago

La'Relle is wanted in the shooting death of Treshaun Wright in August 2024 near 82nd and Holmes Road.

Kansas City, Missouri, looks at solutions for safe, fun activities for teens during summer curfew

School is out and summer is here, but the season comes with a curfew for Kansas City, Missouri's youth. Anyone 15 years old and younger must be with an adult guardian after 10 p.m.

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