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19-year-old dead in Kansas City, Missouri, shooting

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Posted at 1:18 AM, Feb 02, 2023
and last updated 2023-02-04 12:18:33-05

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — One person is dead after a shooting Wednesday in Kansas City, Missouri.

Police were called to an area hospital in regards to a shooting victim who arrived by a private vehicle just after 11 p.m.

The victim died shortly after arrival.

Police identified the victim as Markhi A. Williams, 19.

Officers were told the shooting occurred near East 71st and Askew.

Upon arrival to the area, police located a crime scene.

No word yet on a suspect as homicide detectives search for potential witnesses.

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