Woman on FBI's Most Wanted List Arrested After $1M Reward Offered

KaShawn Nicola Roper was captured in Florida a day after the FBI announced a $1 million reward for information leading to her arrest.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:05pm

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KaShawn Nicola Roper, a 50-year-old former Missouri woman, was arrested in High Springs, Florida, a day after the FBI added her to its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list and offered a $1 million reward for information leading to her capture. Roper had been on the run since 2020 when she was charged with second-degree murder, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon for the shooting death of a 23-year-old woman and the injury of another woman in Kansas City.

Why it matters

The FBI's use of its Most Wanted list and a substantial reward helped generate credible tips that led to Roper's quick apprehension, highlighting the effectiveness of these law enforcement tactics in tracking down high-profile fugitives. Roper's case also underscores the tragic impact of gun violence and the importance of bringing closure to victims' families.

The details

Roper had been on the run for nearly five years, evading law enforcement in multiple states including Kansas, Nebraska, Texas, Colorado, Georgia, and South Dakota. After the FBI announced Roper's addition to the Most Wanted list and the $1 million reward, tips started pouring in, leading to her arrest in High Springs, Florida, just a day later.

  • On April 14, 2026, the FBI announced Roper was being added to its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list and offered a $1 million reward.
  • Around 10:30 a.m. on April 15, 2026, Roper was arrested 'without incident' in High Springs, Florida.

The players

KaShawn Nicola Roper

A 50-year-old former Missouri woman who was charged with second-degree murder, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon for the 2020 shooting death of a 23-year-old woman and the injury of another woman in Kansas City.

Jazmyn Henrion

A 23-year-old woman who was killed in the 2020 shooting in Kansas City.

FBI

The Federal Bureau of Investigation, which added Roper to its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list and offered a $1 million reward for information leading to her arrest and conviction.

High Springs Police Department

The Florida law enforcement agency that arrested Roper without incident.

Melesa Johnson

The Jackson County Prosecutor who stated that the commitment to justice in Roper's case did not waver despite it remaining unresolved for nearly five years.

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What they’re saying

“Today is a day that is notable because it reminds the public of its help in solving some of the United States' most important fugitive cases. The Top Ten list has been an enormous help to the FBI over the years, and we're confident that this valuable resource will help us locate Ms. Roper. The FBI will not hesitate to bring substantial and lasting resources to ensure that justice is done in Kansas City.”

— Jeff Berkebile, FBI Kansas City acting special agent in charge

“When a life is taken in our community, our commitment to justice does not waver. For nearly five years, this case has remained unresolved, and we are continuing to pursue every lead to bring answers to a grieving family.”

— Melesa Johnson, Jackson County Prosecutor

“The High Springs Police Department commends the strong collaboration between local and federal law enforcement partners in this case. This outcome reflects the importance of coordinated efforts, shared intelligence, and mutual trust in protecting our communities.”

— Antoine Sheppard, High Springs Police Chief

What’s next

Roper will be extradited to Missouri to face the charges against her.

The takeaway

The FBI's use of its Most Wanted list and a substantial reward proved effective in generating tips that led to the quick apprehension of a long-sought fugitive, underscoring the importance of public-law enforcement collaboration in solving high-profile crimes and providing closure for victims' families.