Police identify Kansas City, Kansas teen killed in shooting
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Kansas City, Kansas Police Department has identified the 16-year-old boy killed in a shooting earlier this week.
The shooting happened outside a house near S. 48th Street and Steele Road in Kansas City, Kansas.
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When police arrived at the scene, they found a victim outside who had gunshot wounds who died at the scene. KCKPD identified him Friday as 16-year-old Michael Welch, of KCK.
Two other adults were taken to a nearby hospital with injuries. The injuries were not caused by gunfire, according to police. They’re in serious condition — and both are expected to recover.
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Police have not yet made any arrests in this ongoing investigation. If you know anything about this homicide — you can call the Tips Hotline at (816) 474-8477.
The Turner School District sent a letter to families and offered counseling Friday at Turner Middle School.
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