Kansas City Crime Scene: Repo Gunfire & World Cup Collab

Following a violent weekend, we share more than a few stories to consider as we take a glimpse at court cases, police action, ongoing investigations and, as always, community outreach. 

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Kansas City tow truck driver shot while towing man's car

A Kansas City tow truck driver is in critical condition after police say he was shot by a man while towing his crashed car last week.

Clay County Sheriff's Office investigating deadly hit-and-run crash

The Clay County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred near Interstate 35 in Liberty, Missouri

After arrests in KC-area town, Missouri investigation finds 'credible' conflicts

An investigative report by state Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick mirrored a 2023 investigation by The Star into a small village in northern Jackson County.

Joplin 'Sniper One' name revealed

A two-year legal battle to learn the name of the former Joplin police officer who fired the fatal shot that killed two-year old Clesslyn Crawford is over.

Massage therapist charged with sexually assaulting 5 women, faces up to 134 years in prison

A massage therapist charged with sexually assaulting 5 women faces up to 134 years in prison.

Man charged with murder after admitting to downtown Kansas City stabbing

A man has been charged with murder after admitting to a downtown Kansas City stabbing.

2 arrested after stolen vehicle chase in Cass County; modified weapon found

Two adults were arrested after a stolen vehicle chase in Cass County led to the discovery of an illegally modified weapon.

Kansas City police search for missing, endangered man last seen March 26

Kansas City police are searching for Jonathan Brooks, a missing and endangered man last seen March 26. His family is concerned for his safety.

25-year-old man sentenced to prison for 2024 Independence murder case

A man was sentenced after pleading guilty to second-degree murder for the 2024 shooting death of Donnie Kirkland Jr. in Independence, MO.

Public safety leaders tout collaboration ahead of World Cup matches in Kansas City

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe gathered state, local and federal leaders at the state capitol Monday to finalize preparations for the World Cup security ahead of matches in Kansas City.

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