Kansas City Crime News
Reports of violent crime at Kansas City businesses and commercial properties, with premises security analysis.
Updated regularly · Latest report: June 10, 2026
Kansas City accounts for a significant share of the violent crime that Crime Victim Justice tracks at Missouri businesses and commercial properties. The reports below cover incidents across the Kansas City metro, including the city itself and surrounding communities such as Independence, at locations like gas stations and convenience stores, bars and nightclubs, casinos, restaurants, parking lots, and entertainment districts such as Westport. Each report is compiled from named police releases and established news outlets and examines the security conditions at the property where the incident occurred. Where facts have not been publicly confirmed, the reports say so rather than fill in the gaps. For broader context, see the statewide crime data and premises liability resources linked on this page.
Recent Incidents
13 reports in the Kansas City area
Man Killed in Shooting Inside Kansas City Paseo Convenience Store
A man was fatally shot during an armed confrontation inside a convenience store in the 4300 block of The Paseo in Kansas City on June 10, 2026. Two men have been charged, and the case was built largely on the store's surveillance video.
Two Men Killed in Westport QuikTrip Double Homicide
Two men, Rickey Cal, 24, and Jeron Jackson, 18, were fatally shot inside a QuikTrip on Westport Road in Kansas City on the night of June 6, 2026. The case remains under investigation.
Nine Shot Outside Unlicensed Troost Avenue Venue in Kansas City
Nine people were shot in a strip-mall parking lot outside an unlicensed after-hours venue in the 7900 block of Troost Avenue in Kansas City early on June 6, 2026. City records show the venue had been cited days earlier.
Bally's Casino Parking Garage Shooting Kills Richard Miller
Richard Miller, 45, was fatally shot in the parking garage at Bally's Casino in Kansas City on May 25, 2026 — the second deadly shooting at the property in under four months.
Fatal Shooting Outside Lux Premiere Event Space - Independence
A man in his late 20s was fatally shot in the parking lot outside Lux Premiere Event Space in Independence, MO on May 10, 2026. No arrests have been announced.
Wendy's Manager Shoots Customer After Drive-Thru Argument in Kansas City
A Wendy's night manager in Kansas City's Northland shot a customer after a drive-thru argument. The manager, a convicted felon, used a stolen police firearm and hid it in the walk-in freezer after the shooting.
Fatal Shooting in Westport Entertainment District Parking Lot
Jose Poole, 34, was fatally shot in a Westport entertainment district parking lot while trying to de-escalate an altercation. Lamar Harris'El has been charged with second-degree murder.
Double Homicide at Status Nightclub - Kansas City
Eboni Silas, 29, and Tishauna Ballard, 24, were fatally shot at Status Nightclub in Kansas City on Valentine's Day weekend. Two others were wounded. Dontae M. Brooks, 27, has been charged.
Bally's Casino Parking Lot Shooting Kills 18-Year-Old
18-year-old Aundre Harris Jr. was fatally shot in the Bally's Casino parking lot after a disturbance inside the casino escalated to gunfire. A person of interest is in custody.
Kansas City Popeyes Shooting Kills Innocent DoorDash Driver
28-year-old Decorrian Partee was fatally shot while picking up a DoorDash order at a Kansas City Popeyes. He was not involved in the altercation that led to the shooting.
Phillips 66 Xpress Mart Convenience Store Homicide
A fatal shooting at a Kansas City convenience store raises questions about security measures at a location with documented prior criminal incidents.
Ward Parkway Shopping Center Violent Carjacking
A violent assault and attempted carjacking at Ward Parkway Shopping Center raises questions about security measures following multiple incidents at the Kansas City property.
Mother Sues Power 66 Gas Station After Son Killed During West Bottoms Robbery
Tiffany Jefferson files wrongful death lawsuit against Power 66 gas station after her son Makel Williams was shot and killed during a robbery at 1509 E. 12th Street in Kansas City's West Bottoms.
Related Resources
2025 Missouri Crime Data
Violent crime at commercial properties by type, weapon, and location (FBI NIBRS 2025).
Gas Station Security
Negligent security standards for gas stations and convenience stores, a frequent KC incident location.
Negligent Security Explained
When a property owner may be liable for a crime that happened on their premises.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find recent crime news in Kansas City?
This page gathers Crime Victim Justice reports of violent crime at Kansas City-area businesses and commercial properties, drawn from named police releases and established news outlets and updated as qualifying incidents are confirmed.
What areas does Kansas City crime news cover?
Coverage spans the Kansas City metro, including Kansas City itself and surrounding communities such as Independence, at properties open to the public such as gas stations, bars and nightclubs, casinos, restaurants, and parking facilities.
I was hurt during a crime at a Kansas City business. What can I do?
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