Apr 16, 2021

Update: 16-year-old Kan. boy dead after shooting

Posted Apr 16, 2021 9:00 PM
Investigators on the scene of the fatal shooting -photo courtesy WIBW TV
Investigators on the scene of the fatal shooting -photo courtesy WIBW TV

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting and have identified the victim as Emmanuel I. Torres, 16 of Topeka.

Just before 7:30p.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to the area of 6th Avenue and SE Chandler Street in Topeka. in reference to a shooting, according to Lt. Edward Stanley.

Police found the Torres suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital and was pronounced deceased by medical care personnel. 

Police have not reported an arrest or released additional details as the Homicide Unit reviews all investigative leads and evidence. 

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SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting.

Just before 7:30p.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to the area of 6th Avenue and SE Chandler Street in Topeka. in reference to a shooting, according to Lt. Edward Stanley.

One victim suffering from a gunshot wound was transported to a local hospital and was pronounced deceased by medical care personnel. This victim has been identified as a juvenile, according to Lt. Jerry Monasmith.

Police have not released the name of the victim or additional details as the Police Homicide Unit reviews all investigative leads and evidence.