Tragedy in Wichita: 20-Year-Old Naomi Oglesby Killed in Early Morning Shooting
Wichita, KS — May 25, 2025
The city of Wichita is mourning the loss of a young woman following a deadly shooting in the early morning hours of Sunday. Authorities have identified the victim as 20-year-old Naomi Oglesby, who tragically succumbed to gunshot wounds shortly after being rushed to the hospital.
The incident occurred around 4:28 a.m. in the 700 block of South Laura Avenue, a typically quiet neighborhood in central Wichita. According to the Wichita Police Department, officers responded to a report of a shooting and arrived to find Oglesby critically injured at the scene.
Emergency personnel provided immediate medical aid before transporting her to a nearby hospital. Despite their efforts, Oglesby was pronounced dead shortly after arrival due to the severity of her injuries.
Officers also located a 19-year-old male at the scene, who was identified as the suspect in the shooting. He was taken into custody without incident. While authorities have confirmed that the suspect and Oglesby were known to one another, the exact nature of their relationship has not been disclosed. Police have not released his name as formal charges are still pending.
The Wichita Police Department emphasized that the case remains an active and ongoing investigation. Detectives are working to piece together the events that led up to the fatal shooting, including gathering witness statements, reviewing surveillance footage, and awaiting the results of forensic analyses. A motive for the shooting has not yet been revealed.
“We understand the community has many questions, and we are committed to uncovering the truth behind what happened this morning,” a spokesperson for the police department stated. “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Naomi Oglesby as they deal with this unimaginable loss.”
The death of Naomi Oglesby has sparked shock and grief throughout the Wichita community and beyond. Friends and loved ones have begun to share tributes on social media, remembering Naomi as a vibrant young woman whose life was taken far too soon. The hashtag #NaomiOg has emerged as a place for collective mourning and remembrance, with many expressing their heartbreak and calling for justice.
This incident adds to a troubling trend of gun violence impacting young lives across the country. It also raises renewed concerns about intimate partner violence and gun access among young adults — though it is too early to draw specific conclusions in this case, given the limited information released.
As the investigation continues, the Wichita Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling (316) 267-2111.
For now, a family is left grieving, and a community is once again forced to confront the pain of senseless violence. More details are expected in the coming days as authorities prepare to file charges and provide clarity on what led to Naomi Oglesby’s untimely death.
This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
