KANSAS CITY, MO — A 34-year-old woman was fatally shot Friday evening in a southeast Kansas City neighborhood, according to local authorities. The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. in the 5600 block of Park Avenue. Officers responded to reports of gunfire and found the victim, identified as Jeanette Johnson, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds inside her residence. Emergency medical services pronounced her dead at the scene.
Neighbors reported hearing a series of gunshots and then seeing a vehicle speed away from the area. Authorities have not yet released information about potential suspects or a motive. Detectives are canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and surveillance footage that might provide leads in the investigation.
This marks the latest in a series of violent incidents in Kansas City. Earlier this week, a woman was killed when shots were fired into her home in the 3000 block of East 32nd Street. In that case, officers were dispatched around 10 p.m. Tuesday to investigate the sound of gunshots and found the victim unresponsive inside the residence. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Kansas City Police Department is urging anyone with information about the shooting of Jeanette Johnson to come forward. Individuals can contact homicide detectives directly at 816-234-5043 or provide anonymous tips through the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS. A reward of up to $25,000 is available for information leading to an arrest in this case.
Authorities emphasize the importance of community cooperation in solving these crimes and preventing further violence. They encourage residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.