Podcasts about Kansas City Police Department

Black people are reported missing in higher numbers than white people relative to their population, according to recent data. Some families believe the newly reinstated Missing Persons Unit of the Kansas City Police Department isn't doing enough to address that. Plus: How the University of Missouri is handling reports of immigration enforcement authorities picking up college students.

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins brings you the best in mob history with his unique perception of the mafia. The Mafia Cops: NYPD Corruption and Murder with Michael Connell. In this explosive episode of Gangland Wire, I uncover the shocking true story of two NYPD detectives who became hitmen for the Mafia. Louis Eppolito and Stephen Caracappa weren't just dirty cops—they were fully embedded in the Lucchese crime family, leaking intelligence, setting up murders, and betraying the very system they swore to uphold. Joining me is Michael Connell, author of a gripping account of their crimes. We break down how these officers, once respected members of law enforcement, used their badges to serve the mob. Eppolito's deep family ties to organized crime and Caracappa's access to high-level police intelligence made them the perfect duo for Gaspipe Casso and the Lucchese family. Their corruption ran so deep that they not only provided inside information but also carried out Mafia-ordered executions—including the tragic killing of an innocent man due to a case of mistaken identity. We discuss how their downfall unfolded, from a shocking whistleblower to the relentless detective work that finally exposed them. We dive into the role of Betty Heidel, a grieving mother determined to find justice for her murdered son, and Detective Tommy Dades, who helped piece together the case that brought Eppolito and Caracappa to justice. This story concerns power, betrayal, and the dark intersection between law enforcement and organized crime. Don't miss this deep dive into one of NYPD's most astonishing corruption cases. Find Michael's book Blood on the Badge at this link. Subscribe to get new gangster stories every week. Hit me up on Venmo for a cup of coffee or a shot and a beer @ganglandwire Click here to "buy me a cup of coffee" To go to the store or make a donation or rent Ballot Theft: Burglary, Murder, Coverup, click here To rent Brothers against Brothers, the documentary, click here.  To rent Gangland Wire, the documentary, click here To buy my Kindle book, Leaving Vegas: The True Story of How FBI Wiretaps Ended Mob Domination of Las Vegas Casinos. To subscribe on iTunes click here. Please give me a review and help others find the podcast. Donate to the podcast. Click here! #TrueCrime #BostonMafia #OrganizedCrime #GanglandWire #AngiuloFamily #FBI #Surveillance #MafiaHistory Transcript [0:00] Well, hey, all you wiretappers out there. Good to be back here in Studio Gangland Wire. I have an author today, some stories about the mafia cops, the mob cops in New York City, Caracapa and Eppolito. Those two guys were bad dudes. So I have Michael Connell. Welcome, Michael. Hey, it's great to be here. Thanks. Thanks. Great to see you again. Yeah, you too. Yeah, you've been on the show before, haven't you? I have, yes. For my previous book, I guess that we were here together three or so years ago. Was it that long? Was it Abrellis? Was it Abrellis' book? It was Abrellis, right, exactly. Yeah, that guy's a character. Abrellis, also known as Kid Twist, who went out the window of a hotel in Coney Island. [0:48] Nobody knows exactly how he went out, but one thing's for sure, it wasn't voluntary. The canary could sing, but he couldn't fly, right? Exactly. So, guys, I know you all know me, but I'm retired intelligence unit detective Gary Jenkins, Kansas City Police Department. Got this show, Gangland Wire, and we deal with the mafia almost every week. So this story is blood and the bads, the mafia, two killer cops, and a scandal that shocked the nation. I know you know some of y'all will know this story about Steve Caraappa and Lou Eppilito I want to tell you what Joe Pistone who everybody knows is Donnie Brasco, said about this book "Cannell pulls back the veil to refill law enforcement's most lurid chapter an entwined tale of decorated detectives on the mafia payroll a true account of police depravity unearthed...

Step inside the world of true crime, law enforcement, and survival with Murph in the Morning, the host of the Game of Crimes Podcast. In this gripping episode, Brent Cartwright, a former U.S. Army veteran and undercover narcotics officer with the Kansas City Police Department, shares his harrowing experiences working deep undercover in the most dangerous criminal operations. From life-threatening encounters to the adrenaline-fueled world of drug busts, Brent recounts the dangers of infiltrating violent gangs and cartels, surviving multiple armed confrontations, and the mental and emotional toll of life in law enforcement. He takes us inside the moment he was shot in the line of duty, the hospital battle for survival, and his fight against PTSD and mental health stigma in high-risk professions.

Step inside the world of true crime, law enforcement, and survival with Murph in the Morning, the host of the Game of Crimes Podcast. In this gripping episode, Brent Cartwright, a former U.S. Army veteran and undercover narcotics officer with the Kansas City Police Department, shares his harrowing experiences working deep undercover in the most dangerous criminal operations. From life-threatening encounters to the adrenaline-fueled world of drug busts, Brent recounts the dangers of infiltrating violent gangs and cartels, surviving multiple armed confrontations, and the mental and emotional toll of life in law enforcement. He takes us inside the moment he was shot in the line of duty, the hospital battle for survival, and his fight against PTSD and mental health stigma in high-risk professions.

Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker says her office charges about 80% of the cases it receives from the Kansas City Police Department, including property crimes. But she told KCUR's Up To Date it will take more than prosecution to solve the greater issue of crime in Kansas City.

More than 5,000 stolen auto reports have been made this year, with over 900 submitted in July. Capt. Rob Schreiber of the Kansas City Police Department told Up To Date about half of all reports are for Kias and Hyundais, which are easy to steal.

Missourians in all 114 counties and in St. Louis city are casting ballots in the August primary election on Missouri constitutional amendment 4. If voters statewide approve Amendment 4, it would allow the Missouri Legislature to increase minimum funding for the Kansas City Police Department. Missouri Senate Judiciary Committee chair Tony Luetkemeyer (R-Parkville), who represents 75,000 constituents in Kansas City, joined us live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri." Senator Luetkemeyer tells listeners that he's been working on the measure since 2022, saying Kansas City tried to defund the KCPD in 2021 of about $42-million. Some Democratic state lawmakers say it wasn't a defunding but was rather a reallocation of the funding. Senator Luetkemeyer disagrees, telling listeners he doesn't want Kansas City to become another Seattle or Portland. He also says a vote for Amendment Four supports the men and women in blue. Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas (D) opposes Amendment four, saying KCPD's budget has increased since he became mayor. Missourians approved Amendment Four at the polls in 2022, but there was a legal challenge involving that measure's fiscal note. Senator Luetkemeyer tells listeners that all Missourians are impacted by this measure, noting Kansas City is Missouri's largest city. Passage requires a simple majority of voters statewide:

Illuminating Hope, a podcast of Hope House brings you Voices of Justice, a series of podcasts where law enforcement officials, judges, and advocates come together to unravel the entangled web of domestic violence. Join us as we dive into the complex challenges faced by those on the front lines of justice, exploring real-life stories, legal nuances, and the human side of these cases. In each episode, our guests share their experiences, insights, and perspectives, shedding light on the multifaceted nature of domestic violence. Tune in for a compelling journey into the criminal justice system, where compassion meets the pursuit of truth, and where professionals strive to bring justice to those affected by the cycle of abuse.Chief Stacey Graves, a lifelong Kansas Citian, began her career at KCPD in 1997 as a civilian records clerk. After joining the police academy in December of 1997, she held multiple assignments as a police officer including Central Patrol Division, East Patrol Division, the Drug Enforcement Unit and the Career Criminal Section. Graves was promoted to Sergeant in 2007. During her tenure as a Sergeant, she was assigned to Patrol, the Media Unit as a Public Information Officer and she was an Operations Sergeant in the Chief's Office serving under Chief Darryl Forté. Promoted to Captain in 2014, Graves was assigned to Internal Affairs, returned to the Media Unit and Patrol. In 2018, she was promoted to Major. As Major, Graves was the Commander of Shoal Creek Division, Human Resources and served as the Executive Officer in the Patrol Bureau Office.On December 15, 2022, twenty-five years after starting the police academy, Graves was selected to be the chief. At 48 years of age, Graves became the 48th Police Chief in KCPD's 148-year history, and also became the first woman to serve as permanent chief.Graves obtained her Associates Degree from Penn Valley. Graves went on to earn a B.A. in Administration of Justice from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and an Executive Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Leadership from Benedictine College.We are also joined by Operations Sergeant Maurice Oatis of the Kansas City Police Department. The mission of the KCPD is to protect and serve with professionalism, honor and integrity.

Join us for an engaging and informative podcast with Michael Bushnell and KCPD Officer Sutton Smith. Officer Smith will delve into the critical role of the Youth Services Division, D.A.R.E, and First Impact Teen Driver Training. Officer Smith will take us on a journey through the initiatives and programs aimed at supporting and educating our youth. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how the Kansas City Police Department is making a difference in the lives of young people, one program at a time.

A rebellious teenager named Jody Ledkins is assumed to have run away by law enforcement, but her mother doesn't think that's the case. Have Jody's friends been keeping a secret for decades?If you or anyone you know has any information regarding the disappearance of Jody Lee Ledkins, please contact the Kansas City Police Department at 816-234-5140.Do you have any insights, or even a case you'd like to suggest? Visit LordanArts.com, or you can follow and message me on Twitter @LordanArtsThis episode was written by Gwen Barringer is edited by John Lordan and produced by LordanArts. You can hear more of Gwen's work on her podcast A Light for Ericka. Learn more at facebook.com/AlightforEricka

T'Montez Hurt is a freshman at Missouri Western State University, but the 19-year-old is originally from St. Louis.  Thursday February 1, Hurt is with a friend in Kansas City when he makes an early morning phone call to his grandmother.  Tecona Donald-Sullivan says she says he isn't sounding like his normal self, he sounds as if he is scared, terrified, as if he is in some type of mental distress. She calls Kansas City police, who are able to track Hurt down and take him to Saint Luke's Hospital, but he is released after a few hours of observation. According to his grandmother,  Hurt is taken by Z Trip Taxi to the Greyhound bus station. The station,  however, is closed when Hurt arrives just before noon.   Hurt discovers he has left his phone in the Z Trip Taxi and is seen on surveillance video  trying to get back into the taxi but is unable to.  He starts walking, south.   Hurt has been missing now for two weeks.  Kansas City Police Department's Missing Persons Unit at 816-234-5043   Joining Nancy Grace Today: Tecona Donald-Sullivan -  T'Montez Hurts' Grandmother  Barry Hutchison Sr. -  Fmr. Veteran law enforcement officer,  Owner & Chief investigator for Barry & Associates Investigative Services LLC in Kansas City,www.barryinvestigationsllc.com  Dave Mack - CrimeOnline.com Investigative Reporter, Twitter: @nicolepartin  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After three kansas city chiefs fans are found frozen to death outside a friend's home after watching a game, suspicions swirl about what really happened that night. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting apps: https://talkmurder.com/subscribeSupport us on patreon: https://patreon.com/talkmurderSee our technology: https://talkmurder.com/gearContent warning: the true crime stories discussed on this podcast can involve graphic and disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.Fair use disclaimer: some materials used in this work are included under the fair use doctrine for educational purposes. Any copyrighted materials are owned by their respective copyright holders. Questions regarding use of copyrighted materials may be directed to legal [@] Talkocast.com

The puzzling deaths of three Kansas City Chiefs fans, Clayton McGeeney, David Harrington, and Ricky Johnson, have left the community in shock and raised questions about what could have led to their bizarre demise. On January 9, their lifeless bodies were discovered frozen in the backyard of their friend Jordan Willis' home, two days after they had gathered to watch a football game.    The grim discovery was made after McGeeney's fiancée became concerned when he failed to return home on that Sunday, and attempts to reach Willis, the homeowner, went unanswered. When police arrived at the scene, Willis was reportedly found with a wine glass in hand, seemingly unaware of the tragedy unfolding in his backyard. His claim of being asleep with noise-canceling headphones for two days has raised eyebrows.    Despite the eerie circumstances, authorities have ruled out foul play, and Willis is not considered a suspect. However, the deaths remain shrouded in mystery, leaving the community seeking answers.    Dr. Caleb Alexander, an epidemiologist from Johns Hopkins University, has weighed in on the case, suggesting that the deaths could be linked to a dangerous combination of opioid-like drugs and alcohol. He emphasized that the involvement of three individuals intensifies the curiosity and tragedy surrounding the incident, indicating that more than just moderate alcohol consumption may have played a role.    Dr. Alexander explained that various prescription drugs, when combined with alcohol, can lead to a heightened level of sedation, potentially resulting in the victims succumbing to the freezing weather. Common drugs such as Xanax, Ativan, Valium, and carisoprodol were cited as potential culprits.    Illicit opioids like fentanyl also remain a possibility, with Dr. Alexander considering it "a very plausible scenario." He noted the recent tragedy of musician Jose Vasquez and his wife succumbing to a fentanyl overdose, emphasizing the risk even in group settings.    The weather conditions on January 7 and 8, with temperatures in the 30s, could have contributed to their deaths. Dr. Alexander explained that sitting outdoors without movement in such weather could pose serious danger, as individuals would not generate enough body heat to stay warm.  As the Kansas City Police Department awaits the results of autopsies and toxicology reports, the true cause of this tragic incident remains uncertain. Dr. Alexander stressed the importance of these reports in unraveling the mystery.    The community and the families of the deceased are left in grief and confusion, with many hoping for clarity and closure regarding the deaths of three friends whose lives ended so tragically and unexpectedly. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The puzzling deaths of three Kansas City Chiefs fans, Clayton McGeeney, David Harrington, and Ricky Johnson, have left the community in shock and raised questions about what could have led to their bizarre demise. On January 9, their lifeless bodies were discovered frozen in the backyard of their friend Jordan Willis' home, two days after they had gathered to watch a football game.    The grim discovery was made after McGeeney's fiancée became concerned when he failed to return home on that Sunday, and attempts to reach Willis, the homeowner, went unanswered. When police arrived at the scene, Willis was reportedly found with a wine glass in hand, seemingly unaware of the tragedy unfolding in his backyard. His claim of being asleep with noise-canceling headphones for two days has raised eyebrows.    Despite the eerie circumstances, authorities have ruled out foul play, and Willis is not considered a suspect. However, the deaths remain shrouded in mystery, leaving the community seeking answers.    Dr. Caleb Alexander, an epidemiologist from Johns Hopkins University, has weighed in on the case, suggesting that the deaths could be linked to a dangerous combination of opioid-like drugs and alcohol. He emphasized that the involvement of three individuals intensifies the curiosity and tragedy surrounding the incident, indicating that more than just moderate alcohol consumption may have played a role.    Dr. Alexander explained that various prescription drugs, when combined with alcohol, can lead to a heightened level of sedation, potentially resulting in the victims succumbing to the freezing weather. Common drugs such as Xanax, Ativan, Valium, and carisoprodol were cited as potential culprits.    Illicit opioids like fentanyl also remain a possibility, with Dr. Alexander considering it "a very plausible scenario." He noted the recent tragedy of musician Jose Vasquez and his wife succumbing to a fentanyl overdose, emphasizing the risk even in group settings.    The weather conditions on January 7 and 8, with temperatures in the 30s, could have contributed to their deaths. Dr. Alexander explained that sitting outdoors without movement in such weather could pose serious danger, as individuals would not generate enough body heat to stay warm.  As the Kansas City Police Department awaits the results of autopsies and toxicology reports, the true cause of this tragic incident remains uncertain. Dr. Alexander stressed the importance of these reports in unraveling the mystery.    The community and the families of the deceased are left in grief and confusion, with many hoping for clarity and closure regarding the deaths of three friends whose lives ended so tragically and unexpectedly. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The puzzling deaths of three Kansas City Chiefs fans, Clayton McGeeney, David Harrington, and Ricky Johnson, have left the community in shock and raised questions about what could have led to their bizarre demise. On January 9, their lifeless bodies were discovered frozen in the backyard of their friend Jordan Willis' home, two days after they had gathered to watch a football game.    The grim discovery was made after McGeeney's fiancée became concerned when he failed to return home on that Sunday, and attempts to reach Willis, the homeowner, went unanswered. When police arrived at the scene, Willis was reportedly found with a wine glass in hand, seemingly unaware of the tragedy unfolding in his backyard. His claim of being asleep with noise-canceling headphones for two days has raised eyebrows.    Despite the eerie circumstances, authorities have ruled out foul play, and Willis is not considered a suspect. However, the deaths remain shrouded in mystery, leaving the community seeking answers.    Dr. Caleb Alexander, an epidemiologist from Johns Hopkins University, has weighed in on the case, suggesting that the deaths could be linked to a dangerous combination of opioid-like drugs and alcohol. He emphasized that the involvement of three individuals intensifies the curiosity and tragedy surrounding the incident, indicating that more than just moderate alcohol consumption may have played a role.    Dr. Alexander explained that various prescription drugs, when combined with alcohol, can lead to a heightened level of sedation, potentially resulting in the victims succumbing to the freezing weather. Common drugs such as Xanax, Ativan, Valium, and carisoprodol were cited as potential culprits.    Illicit opioids like fentanyl also remain a possibility, with Dr. Alexander considering it "a very plausible scenario." He noted the recent tragedy of musician Jose Vasquez and his wife succumbing to a fentanyl overdose, emphasizing the risk even in group settings.    The weather conditions on January 7 and 8, with temperatures in the 30s, could have contributed to their deaths. Dr. Alexander explained that sitting outdoors without movement in such weather could pose serious danger, as individuals would not generate enough body heat to stay warm.  As the Kansas City Police Department awaits the results of autopsies and toxicology reports, the true cause of this tragic incident remains uncertain. Dr. Alexander stressed the importance of these reports in unraveling the mystery.    The community and the families of the deceased are left in grief and confusion, with many hoping for clarity and closure regarding the deaths of three friends whose lives ended so tragically and unexpectedly. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

When an infant goes missing from her crib in Kansas City, initial signs suggest the possibility of a rare stranger abduction. Investigators scrutinize several individuals as they attempt to determine whether a missing baby was truly kidnapped in this episode of Last Seen Alive. And if you know anything about the disappearance of Lisa Irwin, please call the Kansas City Police Department at 816-234-5136. See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here:  https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2023/12/18/unsolved-disappearance-lisa-irwin/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products

On Tuesday, August 3, 1999, 14-year-old identical twin brothers Donell and Ronell Williams break into a house in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas. They steal numerous items, including a handgun and ammunition. Later that day, the brothers are wandering their neighborhood aimlessly with the stolen pistol and live rounds in their possession. By chance, Ronell and Donell spot 79-year-old Wilbur John Williams (no relation) walking toward his mailbox. Shortly after, Ronell holds Wilbur and his wife, 73-year-old Wilma Faye Williams, at gunpoint in their own home while Donell steals their valuables. Afterward, as Donell readies the getaway car, Ronell shoots and kills both Wilbur and Wilma. He leaves as the elderly couple lay dying. Then, corruption in the Kansas City Police Department brings up questions. In episode 277, Jac and Alexis detail the atrocities caused by two teens' unthinkable decisions and the far-reaching impact their crimes continue to have on the lives of others.

Richard Berkley, Kansas City's longest-serving mayor, died Wednesday at 92. We'll remember his leadership, especially during one of Kansas City's darkest moments, the Hyatt Regency skywalk collapse in 1981. Plus, the Kansas City Police Department is spending thousands on technology some say is ineffective.

Sometime between October 3rd and October 4th, 2011, 10-month-old Lisa Irwin went missing from her home in Kansas City, Missouri. Lisa's parents, Jeremy Irwin and Deborah Bradley reported that their daughter had gone missing from her crib at around 4 am on October 4th, 2011.   The circumstances surrounding Lisa's disappearance raised many questions and a lot of speculation. The parents claimed they discovered her missing when Jeremy Irwin returned home from work late at night. The family's home showed no signs of forced entry, but the front door was unlocked. Deborah Bradley has also admitted to consuming alcohol on the night of the disappearance, which added complexity to the investigation.   However, three witnesses reported seeing a strange man in the area that night carrying a baby who appeared to be wearing just a diaper despite the cold weather. One witness picked local handyman, John Tanko, out of a lineup. While Tanko was cleared, his connection to a mysterious phone call allegedly made from one of the stolen cell phones continued to perplex followers of Lisa's case.   Despite media coverage and public interest, the case remained unresolved, and Baby Lisa Irwin's whereabouts remain unknown.   Lisa is white, and at the time of her disappearance, she had blond hair, blue eyes, and was about 30 inches tall with two just bottom teeth, a small bug bite under her left ear, and a beauty mark on her right outer thigh. It is worth noting that she was sick with a cold at the time and was last seen wearing purple shorts and a purple shirt with white kittens on it.   There is still a $100,000 reward in this case, and if you do have any information, you can call the Kansas City Police Department at 816-234-5136 or e-mail missingperson@kcpd.org. Thank you to our sponsor, HelloFresh. Try HelloFresh at HelloFresh.com/justicefree and use code justicefree for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Don't forget to follow me on social media under Voices for Justice Podcast & SarahETurney Join the Patreon family to get instant access to a library of extra content, support the show, and support these cases https://www.patreon.com/VoicesforJustice  The introduction music used in Voices for Justice is Thread of Clouds by Blue Dot Sessions. Outro music is Melancholic Ending by Soft and Furious. The track used for ad transitions is Pinky by Blue Dot Sessions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kansas City Prosecutors charge a store employee after a fatal altercation following an alleged shoplifting incident.    A recent altercation at the O'Reilly Auto Parts store in Kansas City turned deadly when a 23-year-old man, Diamond Steen, allegedly attempting to shoplift, was strangled by a store employee. The incident has led to a significant criminal charge, highlighting the potentially dire consequences of taking the law into one's own hands.    On the evening of Sept. 19, a call was made to the Kansas City Police Department regarding a disturbance at the O'Reilly Auto Parts store located on Parallel Parkway. The caller informed the police dispatch that two men were allegedly shoplifting from the store. This led to a confrontation outside the store premises between the alleged shoplifters and the store employees. By the time the police arrived on the scene, they found one man unresponsive, necessitating immediate CPR. Unfortunately, efforts to revive him failed, and he was declared dead on the spot.    The deceased individual was later identified as Diamond Steen. Another individual, involved in the incident and bearing minor injuries, was promptly transported to a local hospital. He is now in stable condition.    Wyandotte County District Attorney, Mark Dupree, in a public announcement on Sept. 21, confirmed the arrest of Carl Kemppainen, a 39-year-old employee of the store. Kemppainen has been formally charged with second-degree murder. Elaborating on the seriousness of the charge, Dupree stated that Kemppainen is accused of unlawfully and intentionally causing Steen's death. He further specified that the act was committed "recklessly," showcasing "extreme indifference" towards Steen's life.    An autopsy report solidified the narrative of the fatal confrontation. The findings determined that the cause of Diamond Steen's death was strangulation, categorizing the manner of death as a homicide. The gravity of the situation was captured in Dupree's words: "The deceased's airway was completely stopped, and that ultimately caused his death."    This incident has now opened a legal can of worms. Dupree mentioned the possibility of additional charges not only against Kemppainen but also other O'Reilly employees involved in the altercation. The ramifications of this event have the potential to extend far beyond just one individual.    The severity of the charges brought against Kemppainen is evident in the potential sentencing. If found guilty of the charges, he faces a prison term ranging from 109 months to 493 months. In simpler terms, Kemppainen could be incarcerated for approximately nine to 41 years. As of the latest reports, Kemppainen remains in custody at the Wyandotte County Jail, with his bond set at a hefty $125,000. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Kansas City Prosecutors charge a store employee after a fatal altercation following an alleged shoplifting incident.    A recent altercation at the O'Reilly Auto Parts store in Kansas City turned deadly when a 23-year-old man, Diamond Steen, allegedly attempting to shoplift, was strangled by a store employee. The incident has led to a significant criminal charge, highlighting the potentially dire consequences of taking the law into one's own hands.    On the evening of Sept. 19, a call was made to the Kansas City Police Department regarding a disturbance at the O'Reilly Auto Parts store located on Parallel Parkway. The caller informed the police dispatch that two men were allegedly shoplifting from the store. This led to a confrontation outside the store premises between the alleged shoplifters and the store employees. By the time the police arrived on the scene, they found one man unresponsive, necessitating immediate CPR. Unfortunately, efforts to revive him failed, and he was declared dead on the spot.    The deceased individual was later identified as Diamond Steen. Another individual, involved in the incident and bearing minor injuries, was promptly transported to a local hospital. He is now in stable condition.    Wyandotte County District Attorney, Mark Dupree, in a public announcement on Sept. 21, confirmed the arrest of Carl Kemppainen, a 39-year-old employee of the store. Kemppainen has been formally charged with second-degree murder. Elaborating on the seriousness of the charge, Dupree stated that Kemppainen is accused of unlawfully and intentionally causing Steen's death. He further specified that the act was committed "recklessly," showcasing "extreme indifference" towards Steen's life.    An autopsy report solidified the narrative of the fatal confrontation. The findings determined that the cause of Diamond Steen's death was strangulation, categorizing the manner of death as a homicide. The gravity of the situation was captured in Dupree's words: "The deceased's airway was completely stopped, and that ultimately caused his death."    This incident has now opened a legal can of worms. Dupree mentioned the possibility of additional charges not only against Kemppainen but also other O'Reilly employees involved in the altercation. The ramifications of this event have the potential to extend far beyond just one individual.    The severity of the charges brought against Kemppainen is evident in the potential sentencing. If found guilty of the charges, he faces a prison term ranging from 109 months to 493 months. In simpler terms, Kemppainen could be incarcerated for approximately nine to 41 years. As of the latest reports, Kemppainen remains in custody at the Wyandotte County Jail, with his bond set at a hefty $125,000. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Welcome to episode 99 of The Hangar Z Podcast brought to you by Vertical Valor Magazine.In this episode, we are privileged to host Sergeant Jon Hess from the Kansas City Police Department Aviation Unit.During the conversation, Jon Hess talks about the Kansas City Police Department and their aviation unit. Jon is a Purdue University Aviation program graduate, so we spend time talking about his education, and the road to the Kansas City Police Aviation Unit.Kansas City being the home of the Kansas City Chiefs NFL Football team, we talked about how their operations are impacted by the crowds of the football season.We also spend time talking about today's recruitment and retention issues and look at ways to work around the current problem.I would like to thank our sponsors Metro Aviation, SHOTOVER and CNC Technologies.

Tanya talks to (her cousin!) Major Marisa Barnes of the Kansas City Police Department about keeping communities safe while building trust; why her career compels her; and the excitement of exposing young people to careers as first responders.

In our previous episode, JP and Nate engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with Chip Huth, a former officer in the Kansas City Police Department and a Leadership Consultant at the Arbinger Institute. The conversation revolved around self-deception and the concept of the outward mindset, which was previously explored in episodes 180 and 181. In Part 2 of the conversation, Chip delves deeper into the transformative power of recognizing the humanity in others. He highlights how this shift in perspective influenced his team's problem-solving approach and ultimately resulted in an impressive turnaround within the Kansas City Police Department. √ If you aren't sacrificing something, you aren't leading √ Eyes free of our biases, fears, prejudices, and loyalties √ Problems are the price of progress so lean into them Guest Twitter: @Chip_Huth Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now. Become Part of Our 1:1 Coaching Program (Click here for more information). Do you want to learn more about how we can support you and your team? Get in touch with us here. Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter. Get Access to Our Online Courses - including the Competitive Cauldron, Playing Time System, & Culture System Online.

On an unseasonably warm April evening in 2001, the headless body of a tiny girl was found discarded in a makeshift dump site in the woods on the southeast side of Kansas City, Missouri.One long night turned into four long years for Sgt. David Bernard and the Kansas City Police Department's 1020 Squad. They followed 1,500 leads, had a replica of the child's head sculpted from her skull, and ultimately conducted the single most extensive area canvass in the KCPD's history. Erica Michelle Marie Green, aka “Precious Doe,” captured the hearts of not only the dedicated detectives who fought tirelessly to identify her and her killer but of an entire community. PRECIOUS FEW CLUES is a candid and touching account of the painful impact that this brutal murder had on Sgt. Bernard, his family, and the KCPD's 1020 squad. It chronicles the all too frequent story of child abuse, failed social services, a flawed court system, and battered women who sacrificed their own children to shield their abusive lovers, echoing the same preposterous explanations of “…but I love him.” PRECIOUS FEW CLUES: The True Crime Investigation of Kansas City's "Precious Doe" Murder-Marla Bernard

Justice Gatson, founder and director of Reale Justice Network, said it's been an emotional several days for Kansas City Black communities. Gatson was one of hundreds of protesters who have been calling on the Kansas City Police Department to arrest Ralph Yarl's shooter — and now she's calling on the police chief to resign.

The Context of White Supremacy hosts the weekly Compensatory Call-In. We encourage non-white listeners to dial in with their codified concepts, new terms, observations, research findings, workplace problems or triumphs, and/or suggestions on how best to Replace White Supremacy With Justice ASAP. This weekly broadcast examines current events from across the globe to learn what's happening in all areas of people activity. We cultivate Counter-Racist Media Literacy by scrutinizing journalists' word choices and using logic to deconstruct what is reported as "news." We'll use these sessions to hone our use of terms as tools to reveal truth, neutralize Racists/White people. #ANTIBLACKNESS Spring 2023 debuted with more bank failures, teacher strikes in Los Angeles, and TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew, non-white male born in China, was #DelectableNegro "grilled" by White US lawmakers about the social media platform being used to aid Chinese espionage. Gus does not remember any Whites being "grilled" about the ongoing bank failures and nefarious investment practices, nor any Whites being peppered with questions about the ongoing and unsolved attacks on US power stations. In Kansas, 21-year police veteran Edward Williams charges that the Kansas City Police Department has a quota system that targets black residential areas. The officer adds that the department trains officers to approach vehicles with black passengers as though they will need to kill everyone. #Obamacare #TheCOWS14Years INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 605.313.5164 CODE: 564943#

Today on Crime & Entertainment we have Gary Jenkins. Gary is a former Intelligence Unit detective with the Kansas City Police Department has produced 4 documentary films, created the Kansas City Mob Tour app, authored 3 books, and currently produces and produces and hosts his own true-crime podcast, titled Gangland Wire Crime Stories. In this popular true-crime podcast Gary Jenkins tells many stories about the Kansas City mafia, interviews experts on mafia families in many other cities, and has found many former mafia members to tell their stories. Gay loves True Crime especially if it pertains to organized crime. So, sit back and enjoy this amazing episode on Crime & Entertainment.Follow Gary & his show at the links below:IG https://www.secure.instagram.com/gang...FBhttps://www.facebook.com/gary.jenkins.79Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...YouTubehttps://youtube.com/@GaryJenkinsMafia...Links to Crime & Entertainment Like us on Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/crimeandente...Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/crimenenter...Listen on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4T67Bs5...Listen on Apple Music - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Listen on Stitcher -

On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast, we're joined by Major Martin Cobbinah, the new Division Commander of the Kansas City Police Department's East Patrol. We discuss his long tenure with the department, the importance of civilian staff to daily operations, and his goals for Kansas City's East Side.

The Kansas City Police Department and Missouri Department of Transportation are encouraging truck drivers to take an active role in reporting human trafficking. The departments are part of a week-long collaborative effort to educate and raise awareness about trafficking.

Happy Monday From YOUR KC Morning Show!On the show today, having just recently named a new Chief, we take a comprehensive look at the Kanas City Police Department with Josh Merchant, Local Government Report with the KC Beacon!LINK: https://kcbeacon.org/stories/2022/12/20/kcpd-state-local-control-history-police-board/A Good Day To Be A Kansas Citian. Always.xoxo - @hartzell965, @holeyhearts, @kcmorningshow

Gary Jenkins, former Intelligence Unit detective with the Kansas City Police Department has produced 4 documentary films, created the Kansas City Mob Tour app, authored 3 books, and currently produces and produces and hosts his own true-crime podcast, titled Gangland Wire Crime Stories. In this popular true-crime podcast Gary Jenkins tells many stories about the Kansas City mafia, interviews experts on mafia families in many other cities, and has found many former mafia members to tell their stories. WEBSITE: https://ganglandwire.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Geneva Verneal Adams: Geneva Adams was last seen during the early morning hours of July 25 1976 in Herculaneum, Missouri when she was 53 years old. She is a Caucasian woman with brown hair and hazel eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was around 5'2 and weighed around 115 pounds. Geneva was last seen wearing a blue tank top with a design on the front, blue pants, and possibly a ring with 2 green heart-shaped stones. Her case is classified as endangered missing. If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Geneva Adams, please contact the Herculaneum Police Department at (636)-797-5562. Loy Gillespie Evitts: Loy Evitts was last seen on February 28, 1977 in Kansas City, Missouri when she was 29 years old. She is a Caucasian woman with blonde hair and hazel eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was 5'5 and weighed around 126 pounds. Loy was last seen wearing a three-quarter length blue hand-knit sweater with vertical maroon stripes, a maroon turtleneck, maroon slacks, wooden wedge shoes with a brown leather strap, a wide gold wedding band, a wide gold Helzberg diamond engagement ring, a white gold women's watch with a square face, and a plaid gold bracelet with a know. She was carrying a leather shoulder bag and a white purse. Loy's purse was later found, but her leather shoulder bag has never been recovered. Her case is classified as endangered missing. If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Loy Evitts, please contact the Kansas City Police Department at (816)-234-5136. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cremedelacrimepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cremedelacrimepodcast/support

The first case I am telling you about is of 37 year old Kimberly Teresa Williams who vanished from an apartment in La Mesa, California back in June 1995 under very suspicious circumstances. The second case is about Laura Mason who was 45 years old when she disappeared from Kansas City, Missouri on March 24, 1993. If you have any information about the disappearance of Kimberly Teresa Williams, please contact the La Mesa Police Department at (619) 461-1224. The case number is 95-04411.Anyone with information regarding the case of Laura E. Mason is urged to contact the Kansas City Police Department at (816) 234-5136 or their local authorities. The agency case number is 93-044857.Want to show support? Please follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, share the podcast to bring attention to these important cases. Twitter: @TheLCLpodInstagram: @thelostcrimeslibrarypodTik Tok: @thelostcrimeslibrarypodMusic by: Channing Tab//@hellamelaninSources:Kim: https://charleyproject.org/case/kimberly-teresa-williamshttps://oag.ca.gov/missing/person/kim-teresa-williamshttps://ourblackgirls.com/2021/08/30/kim-williams-37-vanished-after-violent-argument-with-man-she-feared/Laura: https://www.lauraemasonfoundation.org/https://ourblackgirls.com/2021/10/05/laura-mason-45-disappeared-after-being-dropped-off-at-a-club-in-1993/https://www.kcpd.org/crime/missing-persons/laura-mason/https://charleyproject.org/case/laura-e-masonhttps://fox4kc.com/news/missing-womans-daughter-feels-deflated-after-police-find-no-human-remains/https://www.kmbc.com/article/search-for-missing-woman-at-south-kc-home-ends-with-nothing-found/3690143 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Missourians will head to the polls on Tuesday to cast ballots on numerous races and constitutional amendments, including Amendment 4. If approved by Missouri voters, Amendment 4 would allow the state Legislature to increase minimum funding for the Kansas City Police Department. Missouri Senate Judiciary Committee chairman Tony Luetkemeyer (R-Parkville) joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri", telling listeners that a vote for Amendment 4 is a vote for safer streets and a vote "to stop big-city mayors from defunding our police." Senator Luetkemeyer says the Kansas City Council cut $42 million from the KCPD last year. Some Democratic state lawmakers say it wasn't a defunding but rather a reallocation of the funding. Senator Luetkemeyer is critical of Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas. Mayor Lucas had said that Amendment 4 "has nothing to do with our city's safety or officer pay and recruitment and everything to do with advancing the careers of non-KC based Republican politicians":

MLB – Major League Baseball Playoffs – Divisional Series – Best of Five Yesterday Philadelphia Phillies 7, Atlanta Braves 6                                    (PHI Leads 1-0) Houston Astros 8, Seattle Mariners 7                                       (HOU Leads 1-0) New York Yankees 4, Cleveland Guardians 1                               (NYY Leads 1-0) Los Angeles Dodgers 5, San Diego Padres 3                                (LAD Leads 1-0) Phillies 7, Braves 6 – Castellanos’ bat, glove help Phillies top Braves 7-6 in NLDS Nick Castellanos drove in three runs and made a potentially game-saving catch in the ninth inning, lifting the Philadelphia Phillies over the reigning World Series champion Atlanta Braves 7-6 in the opener of their NL Division Series. The Phillies have won three straight games to begin these playoffs, hardly looking like a team making its first postseason appearance since 2011. They followed up their wild-card sweep of the St. Louis Cardinals with a victory over the team that finished 14 games ahead of them in the NL East. It wasn’t easy. Matt Olson hit a three-run homer in the ninth off Zach Eflin to bring the Braves within a run. Astros 8, Mariners 7 – Alvarez hits 3-run HR vs Ray in 9th, Astros jolt M’s in ALDS Yordan Alvarez smashed a game-ending, three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning off Robbie Ray, wrecking Seattle’s strategy of using a Cy Young Award winner in a rare relief role and vaulting the Houston Astros over the Mariners 8-7 in their playoff opener. Trailing all game after a poor start by Justin Verlander, the AL West champion Astros overtook rookie star Julio Rodríguez and the wild-card Mariners at the end to begin their best-of-five Division Series. Houston was down 7-5 when rookie pinch-hitter David Hensley was hit by a pitch from Seattle closer Paul Sewald and Jeremy Peña singled with two outs. Mariners manager Scott Servais then made the bold move to bring in Ray. Alvarez homered on Ray’s second pitch. Yankees 4, Guardians 1 – Cole cruises, Bader, Rizzo bash, Yanks beat Guardians 4-1 Gerrit Cole cruised for most of the night, Harrison Bader and Anthony Rizzo homered and the New York Yankees beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 in their AL Division Series opener. Not even another Josh Donaldson baserunning blunder could slow the Yankees, who have won six straight postseason games against Cleveland dating to a comeback from a two games to none deficit in the 2017 Division Series Dodgers 5, Padres 3 – Turner, Dodgers start fast, hold off Padres in NLDS opener Trea Turner homered and doubled as the Los Angeles Dodgers started fast and held off the San Diego Padres 5-3 in their NL Division Series opener. The Dodgers raced to an early 5-0 lead and appeared to be on their way to another blowout of the Padres. Los Angeles dominated in the regular season, owning a 14-5 advantage and outscoring San Diego 109-47. The 111-win Dodgers claimed the NL West and the Padres finished second, 22 games back. With Sandy Koufax watching from the owners’ box, 17-game winner Julio Urías retired the first eight batters. Chris Martin, who had two saves this season, pitched a perfect ninth. Struggling closer Craig Kimbrel was left off the Dodgers’ roster for this best-of-five matchup. Game 2 is Wednesday night in Los Angeles. Today Philadelphia (Wheeler 12-7) at Atlanta (Wright 21-5), 4:37 p.m.                    (PHI Leads 1-0) San Diego (Darvish 16-8) at Los Angeles (Kershaw 12-3), 8:37 p.m.               (LAD Leads 1-0) NHL – National Hockey League – Regular Season Start Last Night New York Rangers 3, Tampa Bay Lightning 1 Vegas Golden Knights 4, Los Angeles Kings 3 Tonight Chicago Blackhawks at Colorado Avalanche, 9:30 p.m. NBA – National Basketball Association – Preseason Last Night Oklahoma City Thunder 115, Detroit Pistons 99 Chicago Bulls 127, Milwaukee Bucks 104 Tonight New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers, 7:00 p.m. NBA – Draymond Green fined but not suspended, set to rejoin team Draymond Green has been fined but won’t be suspended by the Golden State Warriors for a violent punch to the face of teammate Jordan Poole last week. Coach Steve Kerr said after a preseason win against Portland that Green would return to practice Thursday then play for the defending NBA champions against the Nuggets on Friday night and again in the season opener Tuesday against the Lakers. Kerr, general manager Bob Myers and players have met to decide how to best proceed, including Green and Poole talking to each other. NFL – Raiders’ Adams could be suspended for shove Las Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams could face a possible suspension or fine for shoving a photographer to the ground as he ran off the field following a loss at Kansas City. A person familiar with the process tells The Associated Press that the NFL is reviewing Adams’ actions. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the league hadn’t made the review public. Detectives from the Kansas City Police Department’s assault unit are investigating the incident. NFL Network was the first to report that Adams could face discipline. NFL – NFL to discuss roughing calls, no change imminent A person with directly knowledge of the matter told The Associated Press that the NFL did not give officials a directive to emphasize roughing-the-passer penalties following Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s concussion, but the topic will be discussed next week when NFL owners meet in New York. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the conversations are internal. The person said the league isn’t planning to make any rule changes amid outrage over two disputed calls in Week 5. Roughing-the-passer penalties are down 45% from this point last year. Through Week 5 in 2021, 51 were called. Only 28 have been called this season, according to league stats. NCAAFB – Penn St QB Clifford healthy, content ahead of Michigan game Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford is feeling good ahead of tenth-ranked Penn State’s game against No. 4 Michigan this weekend. The Nittany Lions are coming off of a bye week, and Clifford was able to relax and prepared. The Wolverines currently have the country’s fifth-best scoring defense and are fueled by their pass rush. Penn State coach James Franklin says the sixth-year quarterback has been building up to moments and opportunities like Saturday’s Big Ten East showdown. Hockey – Hockey Canada CEO Smith out, board of directors resigns Hockey Canada has ousted CEO Scott Smith. Its board of directors has also resigned over a series of scandals that have rocked the sport’s national federation to its core. Smith spent nearly three decades climbing the ladder at Hockey Canada and lasted just three months at the top. The organization is dealing with fallout related to how it handled sexual assault allegations and how the organization paid out settlements. Former board chair Michael Brind’Amour resigned in August and interim chair Andrea Skinner stepped down Saturday. Golf – PGA – Nicklaus worried big purses will minimize other tournaments Jack Nicklaus is curious to see how the rich, new PGA Tour schedule goes next year. Nicklaus has The Memorial. That’s one of the elevated events that will offer a $20 million purse. He also is involved as a charitable beneficiary at the Honda Classic. That is not one of the big-money events. Worst yet, it’s squeezed between two $20 million events — Riviera the week before, Bay Hill the week after. Nicklaus says he’s worried it will create a two-tier PGA Tour. He says he’s met with the PGA Tour to try to find a solution for the Honda. NASCAR – NASCAR fines Stewart-Haas Racing $200K for race manipulation NASCAR hit Stewart-Haas Racing with an additional $200,000 in fines after ruling Cole Custer and the No. 41 team manipulated the final lap of the playoff elimination race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. That brings SHR’s monetary fines to $300,000 over the last week. Kevin Harvick was penalized along with his crew chief when his Ford failed a post-Talladega inspection. Custer appeared to deliberately hold up a line of traffic as teammate Chase Briscoe stormed past in a desperate effort to avoid playoff elimination. Briscoe bumped reigning NASCAR champion Kyle Larson from the playoffs as the field was trimmed to eight drivers. USA Soccer – Spain blanks US; Americans hadn’t lost 2 straight since ’17 Spain has beaten the U.S. women’s national team 2-0. It was the first time since March 2017 that the U.S. lost two games in a row. Laia Codina had the first goal for Spain in the 39th minute. Esther González added a goal in the 72nd. Both teams are preparing for next summer’s World Cup, and the United States has won the last two World Cups. Both teams also have been rocked by scandals, with Spain missing some of their best players because of it. MCCAA – Junior College Athletics Last Night Women’s Volleyball Lake Michigan College 3, Glen Oaks Community College 2 Tonight Women’s Soccer Lake Michigan College at Muskegon Community College, 4:00 p.m.         at Orchard View HS Men’s Soccer Lake Michigan College at Muskegon Community College, 4:00 p.m.         at Muskegon Catholic Central HS MHSAA – High School Sports Last Night Volleyball Watervliet 3, Coloma 0 – Watervliet wins SAC-Lakeshore division championship Centreville 3, Hartford 0 Paw Paw 3, Comstock 1 Allegan 3, Fennville 0 Today Boys Soccer – Districts – 1st Round Division 2 at St. Joseph (first round at local sites) Lakeshore at Edwardsburg, 4:30 p.m. Sturgis at Niles, 5:00 p.m. Division 3 at South Haven (first round at local sites) Hopkins at Fennville, 6:00 p.m. Parchment at Delton-Kellogg, 6:00 p.m. Division 3 at Paw Paw (first round at local sites) Three Rivers at Berrien Springs, 6:00 p.m. Constantine at Watervliet, 7:00 p.m. Dowagiac at Buchanan, 5:00 p.m. Division 4 at Hartford (first round at local sites) Coloma at Holland Black River, 5:00 p.m. Lawton at Bloomingdale, 6:00 p.m. Division 4 at Kalamazoo Christian (first round at local sites) Battle Creek Academy at Bellevue, 6:00 p.m. Kalamazoo Heritage at Schoolcraft, 7:00 p.m. Volleyball Our Lady of the Lake at Michigan Lutheran, 6:00 p.m. Benton Harbor at New Buffalo, 6:30 p.m. Kalamazoo Central at St. Joseph, 6:30 p.m. Kalamazoo Loy Norrix at Lakeshore, 6:30 p.m. Battle Creek Lakeview at Mattawan, 6:30 p.m. Gull Lake at Portage Central, 6:30 p.m. Battle Creek Central at Portage Northern, 6:30 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After losing a case against the victim's client, an 84-year-old man was found guilty of fatally shooting the victim's attorney in front of the victim's home. The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office said in a statement that David Jungerman was found guilty of first-degree murder and armed criminal action on Thursday, September 22. Pickert was found dead the previous day. Officers from the Kansas City Police Department arrived at a residence on October 25, 2017, around 8:07 am, to find Pickert dead in the driveway. A single bullet of "relative rarity" (.17 caliber) is said to have ended his life. According to KSHB-TV Pickert was gunned killed after returning home from sending his sons to school. A source claims that upon hearing the gunshot, his wife ran out to offer assistance. The white van that Jungerman was driving was reportedly sought by police in Kansas City after the tragic encounter. Officers apparently met with Jungerman not long after the shooting, but he wasn't brought into custody. A man matching Jungerman's description was seen by a witness near the van just before the murder, the witness reportedly told police. According to KSHB's reporting, Jungerman first said he was the only person with access to the white van and that he wasn't behind the wheel on the day Pickert was slain. This is according to a report on WDAF-TV. A second witness came forward a couple of months after the incident to say that Jungerman had boasted to him that he had killed a lawyer and evaded capture. On March 8, 2018, according to the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office, investigators searched Jungerman's vehicle after obtaining a warrant. Reports indicate that shortly before Pickert was shot, Jungerman suspected that Pickert had stolen money from him in connection with a judgment that had been rendered against Pickert. According to WDAF, in 2012, Jungerman shot two homeless individuals he said broke into his store. Pickert defended Jeffrey Harris, who had lost a leg and was named as a plaintiff in the case against Jungerman. Juries ruled with Harris on July 24, 2017, awarding him roughly $6 million in damages that Jungerman was ordered to pay. The jury said Harris should receive $750,000 in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages. Jungerman will be sentenced Nov. 18. If you like TRUE CRIME TODAY - Be sure to search and subscribe wherever you download podcasts! Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-a-true-crime-podcast/id1504280230?uo=4 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0GYshi6nJCf3O0aKEBTOPs Stitcher http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/real-ghost-stories-online-2/dark-side-of-wikipedia-true-crime-disturbing-stories iHeart https://www.iheart.com/podcast/270-Dark-Side-of-Wikipedia-Tru-60800715 Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/565dc51b-d214-4fab-b38b-ae7c723cb79a/Dark-Side-of-Wikipedia-True-Crime-Dark-History Google Podcasts https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzUwMDEyNjAucnNz Or Search "True Crime Today" for the best in True Crime ANYWHERE you get podcasts! Support the show at http://www.patreon.com/truecrimetoday

A cannibal who admitted to killing a man named Kevin Bacon, hanging him upside down, and eating his body parts has entered a guilty plea. A cannibal, 50 years old, admitted to killing a missing 25-year-old man and consuming his body parts. According to the 35th Circuit Court's online records, Mark Latunski pleaded guilty to open murder, disinterment, and mutilation of a dead body on Thursday, September 22. An attorney for Latunski told the Lansing State Journal that his client had to make a "tough decision to plead guilty." According to the statement,  "The law requires that attorneys must follow the objectives of clients found to be legally competent as it relates to decisions, such as pleading guilty, even if the attorneys believe that it is not in the best interests of the client. We will continue to vigorously advocate for Mr. Latunski at the degree hearing and sentencing." According to MLive.com, It's possible that Latunski's defense team planned to argue insanity in court. The trial of Latunski was set to begin on October 18, according to WJBK-TV. According to MLive.com, the victim, Kevin Bacon, was reported missing on Christmas Day 2019 when he failed to appear for breakfast with his parents. Many of his loved ones in Swartz Creek, Michigan, went looking for him. WJBK states that Bacon's roommate revealed to police that Bacon had met a man through the Grindr dating app. The body of Latunski, 25, was found on December 28, 2019, in his Shiawassee County residence, as reported by MLive.com. He was apparently found hanging from the ceiling by his feet, blood pouring from cuts all over his body. According to MLive.com, Some of Bacon's body had been devoured and he had been stabbed in the back and his throat had been cut. Latunski was held in a mental health facility and had many competence hearings while he was there. According to WJBK, Latunski's lawyer asked for a competence hearing in January of 2020, stating in court, "He believes he's named someone else. He believes he's from a royal family out of Wales, the Thomas clan. And just the nature of the crime itself, you've got to send him for this evaluation." According to MLive.com, he was found competent to face trial in October 2020; however, Latunski's legal team requested another review of his mental health in March 2022. A judge determined his competency in May of 2022. 2 Two Texas authorities say a man left his injured infant in a shed and fled in a stolen truck. Authorities said a 43-year-old man stole a truck and left his 9-month-old daughter, who was injured, in a shed. Katherine McClain reportedly phoned police at 6 a.m. on Saturday, September 24 after hearing a loud truck outside her house, as reported by KPRC-TV. Someone stole their neighbor's truck, according to her daughter, who peeked out the window and watched it happen. McClain's husband reportedly viewed surveillance footage of the property and saw a man in his underwear strolling next door, getting into the truck, and driving away. The man allegedly also attempted to break into their yard-parked cars. It was alleged that the footage was timestamped at around 3 a.m. Officers from the Livingston Police Department reportedly looked at the camera footage, took fingerprints from the cars, and discovered blood in several of them. Clifford Guynes was spotted driving the stolen car by police, according to KPRC. After around three hours, McClain and her family heard their dogs barking at the shed and discovered the 9-month-old daughter who had been left inside. McClain told KPRC it was a "terrible event." There are reports that the toddler was sent to Texas Children's Hospital with a shattered femur. The child's status is unclear at this time, but KHOU-TV reports that she is doing well and is expected to make a full recovery. According to the Polk County Jail records, Guynes was arrested and jailed on charges of harm to a child and abandoning/endangering a kid. He remains imprisoned on $200,000 bond. On September 16th, Guynes was reportedly detained for violating his parole, as reported by KPRC. 3 84-year-old man guilty of killing K.C. attorney who won multimillion-dollar case against him After losing a case against the victim's client, an 84-year-old man was found guilty of fatally shooting the victim's attorney in front of the victim's home. The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office said in a statement that David Jungerman was found guilty of first-degree murder and armed criminal action on Thursday, September 22. Pickert was found dead the previous day. Officers from the Kansas City Police Department arrived at a residence on October 25, 2017, around 8:07 am, to find Pickert dead in the driveway. A single bullet of "relative rarity" (.17 caliber) is said to have ended his life. According to KSHB-TV Pickert was gunned killed after returning home from sending his sons to school. A source claims that upon hearing the gunshot, his wife ran out to offer assistance. The white van that Jungerman was driving was reportedly sought by police in Kansas City after the tragic encounter. Officers apparently met with Jungerman not long after the shooting, but he wasn't brought into custody. A man matching Jungerman's description was seen by a witness near the van just before the murder, the witness reportedly told police. According to KSHB's reporting, Jungerman first said he was the only person with access to the white van and that he wasn't behind the wheel on the day Pickert was slain. This is according to a report on WDAF-TV. A second witness came forward a couple of months after the incident to say that Jungerman had boasted to him that he had killed a lawyer and evaded capture. On March 8, 2018, according to the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office, investigators searched Jungerman's vehicle after obtaining a warrant. Reports indicate that shortly before Pickert was shot, Jungerman suspected that Pickert had stolen money from him in connection with a judgment that had been rendered against Pickert. According to WDAF, in 2012, Jungerman shot two homeless individuals he said broke into his store. Pickert defended Jeffrey Harris, who had lost a leg and was named as a plaintiff in the case against Jungerman. Juries ruled with Harris on July 24, 2017, awarding him roughly $6 million in damages that Jungerman was ordered to pay. The jury said Harris should receive $750,000 in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages. Jungerman will be sentenced Nov. 18. If you like TRUE CRIME TODAY - Be sure to search and subscribe wherever you download podcasts! 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A Happy Wednesday and a Happy Humpday, (BAY-BAY!) From YOUR KC Morning Show!On the show today, Founder and Executive Editor of The Kansas City Defender, and friend of the show, Ryan Sorrell. From Mental Health in the Black Community, to the DOJ investigation of the Kansas City Police Department, no topic is off limits. Definitely a must-listen.DON'T FORGET! NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE PITCH, "BEST OF" FOR 2022. LETS RUN IT BACK AS BEST LOCAL PODCAST...AGAIN!LINKS:https://vote.thepitchkc.com/arts-and-entertainment/best-local-podcastA Good Day To Be A Kansas Citian.xoxo - @hartzell965, @holeyhearts, @kcmorningshow

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas responds to the U.S. Department of Justice's investigation into alleged racial discrimination in the hiring practices of the Kansas City Police Department.

"I think we need to do a better job of understanding what are the concerns — particularly of Black officers," says Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas in response to the Department of Justice's probe into the Kansas City Police Department.

A Happy Thursday From YOUR KC Morning Show!On the show today, KCUR 89.3's Celisa Calacal is back to discuss the breaking and developing news, that the US Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into the hiring practices of the Kansas City Police Department. LINKS:https://www.kcur.org/news/2022-09-19/department-of-justice-opens-investigation-into-hiring-practices-at-kansas-city-police-departmentDON'T FORGET! NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE PITCH, "BEST OF" FOR 2022. LETS RUN IT BACK AS BEST PODCAST...AGAIN!LINKS:https://vote.thepitchkc.com/arts-and-entertainment/best-local-podcastA Good Day To Be A Kansas Citian. Always.xoxo - @hartzell965, @holeyhearts, @kcmorningshow

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Sgt. Ward Smith of the Kansas City Police Department says de-escalation training has been a major focus for the department in recent years.

In Kansas City, a 36-year-old mother faces charges after her 2-year-old son was found dead with amphetamines in his system. On Aug. 17, Kansas City Police Department officers performed a welfare check in the 6500 block of Paseo Boulevard, according to Jackson County court documents. According to the caller, the mother did not prevent the death of a child at the home. Several residents of the residence were contacted by authorities after numerous attempts and asked to leave. One of them was identified as Michaela Chism, the deceased victim's mother. One of Chism's children, a 3-year-old juvenile, was found asleep between the bathroom and bedroom inside the home. Chism's other child was found unresponsive lying on a bed with a blanket covering his body, court documents said. He was carried out without injury. At the scene, the child was reportedly pronounced dead. The home was searched and several uncapped syringes, glass pipes used for drugs, glass smoking devices, and foil strips with burned residue were found, according to court documents. A glass pipe was recovered under a cheeseburger in the dining room, as well as food in various stages of decomposition. According to reports, the Jackson County Medical Examiner's Office found amphetamines in the deceased child's system. During an interview, Chism told investigators she lived in the home for two weeks and consumed methamphetamine and fentanyl with the other occupants. A report indicates Chism slept with her two sons on the living room couch and chair. Chism allegedly noticed that her child wasn't moving one day, and after police arrived for a welfare check, she moved her deceased son to the bedroom. In a panic, she placed him in the bed. A $150,000 cash bond is requested by the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office for Chism, who was charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree. Additional charges are possible. If you like TRUE CRIME TODAY - Be sure to search and subscribe wherever you download podcasts! Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-a-true-crime-podcast/id1504280230?uo=4 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0GYshi6nJCf3O0aKEBTOPs Stitcher http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/real-ghost-stories-online-2/dark-side-of-wikipedia-true-crime-disturbing-stories iHeart https://www.iheart.com/podcast/270-Dark-Side-of-Wikipedia-Tru-60800715 Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/565dc51b-d214-4fab-b38b-ae7c723cb79a/Dark-Side-of-Wikipedia-True-Crime-Dark-History Google Podcasts https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzUwMDEyNjAucnNz Or Search "True Crime Today" for the best in True Crime ANYWHERE you get podcasts! Support the show at http://www.patreon.com/truecrimetoday

     Lieutenant Colonel Hugh L. Mills Jr. is a retired United States Army officer who served in the Vietnam War. In the United States Army, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force, lieutenant colonel is a field-grade officer rank, just above the rank of major and just below the rank of colonel. It is equivalent to the naval rank of commander in the other uniformed services. He flew over 2000 combat hours in the OH-6 and more than 1300 combat hours in the AH-1 in Vietnam. He was shot down 16 times, 15 times in the OH-6       In 1975 Bill received a Bachelor of Arts in aeronautical studies from Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University. After retiring from the Army in 1993 he co-wrote the book Low Level Hell about his experiences as a scout pilot in South Vietnam. Hugh worked for Cedar Fair for 15 years as director of general services. He also flew helicopters for the Kansas City Police Department. He later became Undersheriff with the Jackson County Missouri Sheriff's office. His decorations include the Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Air Medal, Gallantry Cross with Silver Star and Palm, Armed Forces Honor Medal First Class and the Civil Actions Medal First Class. In 2011 he was inducted into the Army Aviation Hall of Fame. In 2013 he was added to the Arkansas Walk of Fame. Hugh Mills was one of four children Hot Springs Arkansas and his next-door neighbor was Bill Clinton.  

Listen in to my conversation with former Kansas City police officer, Sarah Nauser as we chat about  life and love while living with a terminal illness.  For eight years, Sarah earned high praise as a young, vibrant, rising star within the Kansas City Police Department.   She was living her dream until she was told she had ALS at the young age of 29.    Sarah, also a former body builder continues to be strong and determined.   In our conversation, we talked about life before ALS, her dream of being a police officer, her love for the Kansas City Royals, finding love after her diagnosis & even being a grandma at 33.  Sarah shares how she's able to live a joyful life despite being diagnosed with a terminal illness.  Sarah has faced this devastating disease with a positive attitude and a resilience to focus on the good in her life.  "Your life can change in an instant like mine, don't wait.  Be kind you never know the lives you may touch or the difference you can make," Sarah.  I hope you'll tune in to our chat and share it with a friend.  Thanks for listening.  Hugs, Lorri

On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast, Publisher Michael Bushnell sits down with Officers Mena and Hernandez to discuss the return of the Community Action Network to Northeast Kansas City. Listen to learn more about the Kansas City Police Department's return to community policing strategies in our neighborhoods.

5.12.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Racism in the Kansas City Police Department: Addressing the Black and Blue Divide Town Hall Roland Martin Unfiltered is LIVE  from Kansas City, Missouri, at the Robert J. Mohart Center  Tonight, we have a town hall sponsored by The Urban League of Greater Kansas City. And we are talking about Racism in the Kansas City Police Department: Addressing the Black and Blue Divide. We have folks from this community here to talk about the discrimination issues within the Kansas City Police Department. Just yesterday, two black female officers filed a lawsuit against the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for discrimination against their race and gender. We'll also discuss why there is a push for a Department of Justice Investigation and a need for local control. We aren't here just to talk about the problems.  We want to find the solutions for reimagining public safety and building community trust. We have a lot to unpack and discuss tonight, live from Robert J. Mohart Center here in Kansas City, Missouri. Support #RolandMartinUnfiltered and #BlackStarNetwork via the Cash App ☛ https://cash.app/$rmunfiltered PayPal ☛ https://www.paypal.me/rmartinunfiltered Venmo ☛https://venmo.com/rmunfiltered Zelle ☛ roland@rolandsmartin.com Annual or monthly recurring #BringTheFunk Fan Club membership via paypal ☛ https://rolandsmartin.com/rmu-paypal/ Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox

A Kansas City Star investigation found that solidarity within the Kansas City Police Department doesn't extend to its Black officers — who say they've experienced racist discrimination, unequal punishment and even bullying from fellow officers and superiors.