Avenue Car Wash, which KCPD had blocked off on Monday morning. | Photo courtesy of Laura Birdsong
Avenue Car Wash, which KCPD had blocked off on Monday morning. | Photo courtesy of Laura Birdsong

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Before dawn, at 3:30 a.m., on Monday morning, April 14, Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) officers responded to the intersection of Independence and Lawndale Avenues on a reported shooting call.

Once on the scene, an unresponsive, adult male was located on the sidewalk, suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers requested Emergency Medical Services (EMS), who pronounced the victim deceased upon arrival, according to a release from KCPD Media Unit, Monday. Detectives and investigators have identified the victim as Terry Jones; He was 38 years old.

An initial investigation from KCPD revealed an individual may have driven through the intersection and conducted open fire, which struck the victim.

This incident is currently under homicide investigation. KCPD does not have anyone in custody at this time and has not identified a suspect or vehicle, according to a release from KCPD Media Unit, Monday.

Investigators and detectives are working to gather any on-scene evidence including statements from witnesses. This case remains ongoing at this time.

 Those with additional information are asked to contact Homicide detectives directly at 816-234-5043 or the TIPS Hotline anonymously at 816-474-TIPS there is a reward of up to $25,000 for information submitted anonymously to the TIPS hotline.

The Northeast News will provide additional information, once it becomes available.