Jun 24, 2024

Homicide: Police ID victim in Kansas shooting

Posted Jun 24, 2024 10:30 AM

WYANDOTTE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a deadly shooting have identified the victim as Justin R. Diaz, 26, Raymore, Missouri.

Just before noon June 19, police were dispatched to report of a shooting in the 2000 block of N. 33rd Terrace in Kansas City, Kansas, according to a media release. When officers arrived, they found Diaz outside with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

This incident is under investigation by the KCKPD Major Case Unit. Police have not released suspect details or reported an arrest.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to call the Crime Stoppers TIPS hotline at 816-474-TIPS (8477). All tips remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.There is nothing further to report at this time.