Kansas City Crime Scene: Conspiracies & Cold Cases

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Federal indictment charges six in Kansas City-area fentanyl and cocaine distribution ring

Six people from the Kansas City-area have been charged for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute fentanyl and cocaine.


Independence murder suspect arrested across state by US Marshals

A fugitive wanted in connection with a Kansas City-area murder was arrested last week across the state, according to U.S. Marshals.


Kansas City childcare operator indicted for defrauding Missouri COVID-19 program

A Kansas City woman and childcare operator has been indicted for defrauding a state program to receive federal COVID funds.


Investigator calls Katie Garcia death investigation 'beyond belief,' raises questions

A veteran investigator is calling the circumstances surrounding the death of 42-year-old Katie Garcia "beyond belief," raising questions about the investigation into what happened to the Kansas Cit...


Missouri GOP calls for Joplin legislative candidate to withdraw after arrest * Missouri Independent

Thomas Ross, who was arrested on an "unspecified warrant," won his party's nomination for Missouri's 161st House District by only 32 votes.


Kansas pastor arrested, charged with multiple child sex crimes in Linn County

A Kansas pastor with a decades-long career in ministry is facing criminal charges in Linn County after investigators say he committed multiple sex crimes against a minor


Childcare operator indicted for defrauding Missouri program

The indictment alleges Dale lied about how many employees she had and received at least $75,000 in federal funding that was fraudulent.


Excelsior Springs man charged in deadly hit-and-run crash in Clay County

Matthew R. Lavigne was indicted for a fatal April hit-and-run on Petty Road involving Steven C. Notari. He faces charges in Clay County.


Multiple agencies join the investigation into the death of Smithville man Ryan Weeks

The Smithville Police Department announced on Facebook they are teaming up with regional and federal law enforcement agencies to help investigate the death of Ryan Weeks.


Kimberly Carter, 19: Missing Since 1984, Identified 41 Years Later

Her remains were found in Missouri four years after she vanished, but it took DNA testing to finally restore her name.

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