Wichita Police Still Searching for Gunman in Youth Football Coach's Murder

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Four months after the shooting death of 32-year-old Travon Stewart, a beloved youth football coach in Wichita, Kansas, police are still searching for the gunman. The deadly incident occurred on October 23, 2026, at a park where hundreds of people had gathered to watch a youth football game. Despite the large crowd, no suspects have been identified.

Why it matters

The unsolved murder of Travon Stewart, a pillar of the Wichita youth football community, has left his family and community devastated. The lack of progress in the investigation has raised concerns about public safety and the ability of police to solve high-profile crimes, especially those involving gun violence.

The details

Travon Stewart, known as "Coach Factor," was at Dr. Glen Dey Park selling concessions as a fundraiser for a football team not affiliated with the Wichita Junior Football League. While hundreds of people were gathered nearby for the game, someone shot and killed Stewart. Police have not identified any potential suspects in the case.

• The shooting occurred on October 23, 2026.
• Monday, February 23, 2027, marks four months since the shooting.
• Travon Stewart would have turned 33 years old on December 2, 2026.

What’s next

As of November 12, 2026, Crime Stoppers of Wichita/Sedgwick County is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for Travon Stewart's death.