Two Dead, Three Injured in Early Morning Shooting at Power and Light District

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A violent incident in Kansas City’s bustling Power and Light District early Sunday morning left two people dead and three others injured, authorities confirmed.

Police were called to a surface parking lot near 13th and Grand around 4 a.m. after reports of multiple people shot following an argument that escalated into gunfire. When officers and medics from the Kansas City Fire Department arrived on the scene, they found five individuals with gunshot wounds. Emergency personnel pronounced a man dead at the scene.

Three other victims were transported to local hospitals. According to authorities:

• One man sustained critical injuries.
• A second man suffered serious injuries.
• A male under the age of 18 also sustained critical injuries.
• A woman received non-life-threatening injuries.

At this time, one of the victims has been identified as Kane, though police have not released additional details about the deceased or the other victims pending family notification.

Officials say the shooting appears to have stemmed from an argument, though investigators are working to determine the exact circumstances that led to the violence. Police are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses and interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.

Authorities have not released any information regarding suspects or arrests. The investigation remains active, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Residents and visitors in the area are encouraged to share tips, which could assist in identifying those responsible.

This tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns about violence in public entertainment districts, particularly during late-night hours. Community leaders and law enforcement continue to emphasize the importance of cooperation between the public and authorities to prevent similar tragedies.

The Kansas City Police Department asks anyone with information about the shooting to contact them immediately. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

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