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Woman Dies After Shooting Near Kansas City Police Station
Kyrstin Lickhart, 27, succumbed to her injuries after being shot over the weekend near the East Patrol Division Station.
Mar. 18, 2026 at 1:49am
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A 27-year-old woman named Kyrstin Lickhart died on Tuesday after being shot over the weekend near the Kansas City Police Department's East Patrol Division Station. Police responded to a reported shooting in the area of 26th Street and Prospect Avenue shortly after midnight on Sunday and found Lickhart suffering from gunshot wounds in a nearby alley. She was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, but later died from those injuries on Tuesday. A person of interest has been taken into custody, and homicide detectives have taken over the investigation.
Why it matters
This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges of gun violence and public safety in the Kansas City area. The fact that the shooting occurred in close proximity to a police station raises concerns about security and the need for continued efforts to address crime and protect vulnerable members of the community.
The details
Police responded to the reported shooting near the East Patrol Division Station around 12:15 AM on Sunday. They found Kyrstin Lickhart, 27, suffering from gunshot wounds in a nearby alley. She was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to her injuries on Tuesday. A person of interest has been taken into custody, and homicide detectives have taken over the investigation.
- The shooting occurred shortly after midnight on Sunday, March 16, 2026.
- Lickhart died from her injuries on Tuesday, March 18, 2026.
The players
Kyrstin Lickhart
A 27-year-old woman who was shot and killed near the Kansas City Police Department's East Patrol Division Station.
Kansas City Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting and is investigating the incident.
What they’re saying
“Anyone with information about the shooting may contact investigators directly by calling 816-234-5043 or by calling the TIPS Hotline anonymously at 816-474-TIPS.”
— Sgt. Phil DiMartino, Spokesman, Kansas City Police Department
What’s next
Homicide detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding Lickhart's death, and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The takeaway
This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the ongoing challenges of gun violence and public safety in the Kansas City area. It underscores the need for continued efforts to address crime, protect vulnerable members of the community, and bring those responsible for such acts to justice.
