Kansas City Police Investigating Fatal Shooting of 48-Year-Old Woman

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Saturday night shooting in Kansas City has left one woman dead, prompting a homicide investigation as police work to determine what led to the tragic violence.

The Shooting

According to the Kansas City Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 10:15 p.m. Saturday to the intersection of Euclid Avenue and 52nd Street after receiving reports of gunfire.

When police arrived on the scene, they found a woman suffering from gunshot wounds. She was unresponsive. Emergency medical services were called in, but paramedics quickly determined that she had succumbed to her injuries.

The victim has since been identified as Stephonne Jones, 48, of Kansas City.

Investigation Underway

At this time, police say the events leading up to the shooting remain unclear. No arrests have been made, and no suspect information has been released.

Homicide detectives responded to the scene Saturday night, where they began canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses, gathering physical evidence, and reviewing potential surveillance footage from the surrounding area.

Authorities emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that community assistance is critical in helping solve the case.

Appeal for Information

Police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.

• Witnesses or those with knowledge can contact Kansas City Homicide detectives directly at 816-234-5043.

• Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS.

Anonymous tips leading to an arrest could be eligible for a cash reward.

Community Reaction

The deadly shooting has once again raised concerns about gun violence in Kansas City, a city that has struggled with rising homicide rates in recent years. Community members say the violence not only devastates families but also leaves neighborhoods shaken.

“This is someone’s mother, someone’s sister, someone’s loved one,” one resident said. “We need answers, and we need peace in our community.”

Looking Ahead

As investigators work to piece together what happened on Euclid Avenue, family and friends of Stephonne Jones are left mourning a sudden and violent loss. Authorities continue to call on anyone who may have seen or heard something in the area Saturday night to step forward, stressing that even small details could help bring justice to the case.