Jan 05, 2024

KCPD investigating first homicide of 2024

Posted Jan 05, 2024 9:00 AM

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating the first homicide of 2024 in Kansas City.

Just before 10p.m. Wednesday, police responded to a medical call near the intersection of 26th and Agnes, according to Sheriff Daryl Forte.

First responders found a man, later identified as 70-year-old Vonzell Bryant, in a yard suffering from some type of bodily trauma. EMS pronounced him dead at the scene. 

Police have not reported an arrest or additional details.