Kansas City Crime Scene: Police Fight Illegal Gunfire & Fireworks

Once again . . . This is the time of year when everybody in KCMO experiences a truism . . . 

Without enforcement, laws are mostly just a polite suggestion.

Accordingly . . .

Here's a crackdown effort that might hopefully inspire some second guessing amongst mostly carefree party people . . . 

Celebratory gunfire will be a special focus for police this weekend. 

Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson has also taken a strong interest in enforcement of Blair's Law. She's expected to join other law enforcement officials at a Wednesday morning news conference at KCPD headquarters, where celebratory gunfire is expected to be the primary topic of discussion. 

A presser tomorrow morning is a tradition that, hopefully, might save a few lives. 

Additionally . . . We share a few more links worth consideration on the topic of ALLEGED misdeeds, court cases, power moves and community outreach. 

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Kansas City area police enforcing new Blair's Law over Fourth of July holiday

The new law is named for Blair Shanahan Lane, an 11-year old girl who was killed by stray gunfire on July 4, 2011.

Attempt to identify: KCPD looking for aggravated assault suspect shown in these photos

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Blue Springs business owner urges Kansas City to crack down on predatory towing

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Two teen girls hurt after shooting, hit and run at Kansas City park

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Missouri court keeps McCloskey criminal records sealed, as they seek to get guns back

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Man sentenced to life for 2019 KCK bar shooting that killed four

Hugo Villanueva-Morales was sentenced for the 2019 shooting at Tequila Bar in Kansas City, Kansas that left four people dead and several others injured.

Man indicted in shooting of Lee's Summit officer; arraignment set for July 17

Thomas Tolbert has been indicted for shooting Officer Jared Timbrook during a June 1 domestic call.

Man charged with arson after setting fire off State Line Road

A man who set fire to a sober living house Monday morning has been charged with arson.

33-year-old man sentenced to prison for 2023 deadly Kansas City shooting

David Randall has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to voluntary manslaughter in a 2023 Kansas City fatal shooting.

Stolen vehicles from across Kansas tracked to home of 19-year-old already on trial

A 19-year-old already on trial after a stolen car was found in his possession has been hit with three new charges.

Prosecutors charge man with murder in June 21 shooting death in Kansas City, Missouri

Jackson County prosecutors charged a man in his early 20s with murder in the shooting death of a man June 21 in Kansas City, Missouri.

25-year-old man riding E-Bike dies in Overland Park crash

An investigation is underway after a man was hit and killed by a car while riding an electric bike (E-Bike) through an intersection in Overland Park, Kansas.

Fentanyl fight sees progress, but new dangers emerge for young children

Kansas doctors saw a 19% reduction in fentanyl deaths 2023-24, but Kansas 3rd District Congresswoman Sharice Davids warns proposed budget cuts threaten progress in combating the deadly drug epidemic

Thieves steal valuable equipment from KC youth football club

It happened sometime before Monday, June 23, at Kansas City's San Rafael Park off I-435, near Worlds of Fun.

Police in KCK take over control of downtown security patrols

The idea is for officers to be more visible to residents, people on the street, and businesses, creating a safer environment and, in return, helping to revitalize the area.

Jackson County prosecutor once thought courts failed her. Now she's driving change

Melesa Johnson, Jackson County prosecutor, brings diverse leadership to Kansas City, driving systemic change and redefining justice with initiatives like SAVE KC.

New domestic violence task force in Kansas City hoping to better support survivors

Kansas City leaders are saying enough is enough when it comes to domestic violence, and they're taking extra steps to protect survivors.

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