1. KC man charged in fatal shooting of ex-girlfriend Kailey Love

    A Kansas City man faces charges related to the fatal shooting May 23, 2021 of Kailey Love, who police found in a parking lot in the 8500 block of E. Winner Road in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  2. Jackson County Prosecutor's Statement regarding Independence OIS

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office releases letter on Independence officer-involved shooting from 2022 and a statement regarding the case, Jackson County Prosecutor's Office Read more...
  3. KC man, 38, charged in fatal shooting of Abdullahi Yussuf this week

    A Kansas City man, 38, has been charged in the fatal shooting Wednesday of Abdullahi Yussuf as he was a passenger in a vehicle driven by the defendant, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  4. The Prosecutor's Blog: A new blog by Jackson County Prosecutor about to launch

    Media Advisory: The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office to lanuch a new blog to address issues of crime, punishment and the Jacksoun County public safety system. Read more...
  5. KC man charged in fatal beating with a metal bolt in KC residence

    A Kansas City man, 57, faces felony charges in the fatal beating of Dickens F. Taima with a metal bolt yesterday of another man in a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  6. KC man, 24, charged in fatal shooting at south KC residence on Sunday

    A Kansas City man, 24, faces multiple criminal charges for fatal shooting Sunday of Darryl B. Brown III, who answered the door of a south Kansas City residence and was met by gunfire, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  7. KC man, 25, charged with firing automatic bursts at a law enforcement officer while fleeing police

    A Kansas City man, 25, faces Assault 1st Degree of a Law Enforcement Officer and other felonies after shooting Friday from a vehicle at a pursuing Cass County Sheriff's Deputy, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  8. KC man convicted of domestic assault and other felonies sentenced to 15 years

    A Jackson County judge Thursday sentenced a Kansas City man convicted of domestic assault and other felonies to 15 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  9. KC man, 24, charged in November 2021 fatal shooting of Justin Michael Doza-Adams in KC

    A Kansas City man, 24, has been charged in the fatal Nov. 29, 2021, fatal shooting of Justin Michael Doza-Adams in a vacant lot in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  10. Jackson County jury convicts Kansas City woman in abuse of two children

    A Jackson County jury today convicted a Kansas City woman in the physical abuse of a child in her care in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  11. Jackson County jury convicts KC man, 37, in March 2021 fatal shooting, burglary

    A Jackson County jury on Friday convicted a Kansas City man, 37, in a March 2021 fatal shooting and burglary in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  12. KC man, 18, charged in fatal shooting of Desmond Matthews in Jan. 2022

    A Kansas City man is charged in the fatal shooting in January 2022 of Desmond Matthews at city BP station, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  13. Jackson County Prosecutor: We were never asked to charge Jimmie Lewis

    Due to media reports and comments this morning, the Jackson County Prosecutor is issuing this statement to make clear we were never asked to charge defendant involved in the police standoff after three officers were injured this week. Read more...
  14. KC man convicted of three Murder 1st Degree counts in 2019 triple murder in KC

    A second defendant has been convicted in the November 2019 fatal shootings of three persons in the 4500 block of South Benton in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  15. KC homeless man charged in Feb. 25, 2023, fatal stabbing in KC

    A Kansas Cit homeless man has been charged in the Feb. 25, 2023, fatal stabbing of James Perry inside a homeless camp in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  16. Jackson County jury convicts Gene Birdsong, recommends life in prison plus 17 years

    A Jackson County jury on Monday convicted Gene Birdsong of Murder 1st Degree and recommended Life in Prison plus 17 years for the fatal stabbing in Nov. 2018 of his wife Tabitha, Jacksonn County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  17. Woman, 29, sentenced to 15 years in prison for fatal shooting in Jackson County

    A 29-year-old woman has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the fatal shooting in Febtuary 2021 of Zachary Jewell in Blue Summit, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  18. Defendant in 2012 murder of 4-year-old in KC's Northeast area now in custody

    It took a decade, but Martin Olmedo is in custody in Jackson County for the murder in 2012 of a 4-year-old child, Aydan Perea, in the Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  19. KC firefighter pleads guilty to manslaughter charges in Westport crash case

    A former Kansas City firefighter, who was driviing a pumper truck and caused a crash in Westport and killed three persons, has pleaded guilty to three manslaughter counts, one for each victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  20. Tonganoxie, Kan., man, 18, faces manslaughter charges in KC crash that killed officer, another

    A Tonganoxie, Kan., man, 18, has been charged with two counts of Involuntary Manslaughter in connection with fatal crash that took life of Kansas City patrol officer and K-9 Champ, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  21. Jackson County Prosecutor makes Super Bowl wager with Philadelphia District Attorney

    Elected prosecutors in KC area and Philly make Super Bowl wager that includes a day of service or community event in our city, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  22. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office releases 2022 Annual Report

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker's office releases 2022 Annual Report detailing key events and cases, as well as significant efforts to build a safer community. Read more...
  23. Jackson County jury convicts KC man of multiple child sex offenses

    Jackson County jury convicts Kansas City man of multiple child sex offenses, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  24. Kansas City man charged in assault of Raytown police officer making arrest

    A Kansas City man has been charged in an assault of a Raytown Police officer after the defendant caused the officer to fall down stairs and break an ankle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  25. Prairie Village man sentenced to 13 years for fatal DWI crash in KC

    A Jackson County judge today setnenced a 31-year-old Prairie Village, Kan., man to 13 years in prison for driving while intoxicated and causing the death of Remington Williams in a crash, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  26. Independence 19-year-old man charged in December 2022 fatal shooting

    A 19-year-old Independence man has been charged in connection with the fatal Dec. 17, 2022, fatal shooting of James Smith in an Independence parking lot during a narcotics transaction, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  27. Lee's Summit man assaults girlfriend, fires multiple shots and fails to respond to police

    A Lee's Summit man, 31, has been charged in connection with a domestic assault that also involved firing a handgun inside and outside a Lee's Summit residence he failed to leave for police, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  28. South KC man charged in fatal shooting of man inside residence

    A Kansas City man, 39, has been charged in the Thursday fatal shooting ninside a residence in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  29. KC man faces six felony charges related to a domestic violence incident in KC

    A Kansas City man, 21, faces six felony charges related to a domestic violence incident that was later followed by him surrendering to police on Thursday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  30. KC man, 21, charged in July 2022 shooting in Westport that killed one and injured others

    A Kansas City man, 21, faces multiple felony counts in connection with the July 10, 2022, shootings in Westport that killed one victim and injured others, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  31. A Greenwood man, 48, pleads guilty in June 2019 fatal shooting

    A Greenwood, MO, man, 48, pleads guilty to the June 2019 fatal shooting of Kimberly Renee Alcorn in a Greenwood residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  32. KC man, 24, charged in fatal New Year's Day shooting in Independence of Christopher Wright

    A Kansas City man, 24, has been charged in fatal New Year's Day shooting in Independence of Christopher Wright, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  33. KCK man, 30, charged in deaths of two persons injured in vehicular crash in KCMO

    Kansas City, Kan, man, 30, charged in connection with the deaths of two people killed when the truck driven by the KCK man crashed into their vehicle as he fled from police, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  34. KC man, 31, charged in rape at victim's residence in Grandview

    A Kansas City man, 31, has been charged in a sexual assault in the victim's residence in Grandview on Monday afternoon, Jan. 9, 2023, Jackson County Proseuctor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  35. KC man, 18, faces murder charge in Dec. 11, 2022, fatal shooting in Independence

    A Kansas City man, 18, faces felony criminal charges in connection with the Dec. 11, 2022, fatal shooting of Robert G. Butler Jr. outside an Independence residence, Jackson County Proseuctor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  36. Issac Fisher, 39, sentenced to life in prison without parole for 2018 killings and other crimes

    Jackson County judge sets life sentences to run consecutively for Issac Fisher, convicted of three fatal shootings and wounding of child in 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  37. KC 18-year-old charged in fatal shooting in September 2021 of 14-year-old

    A Kansas City man, 18, faces multiple felony charges in connection with the September 2021 fatal shooting of 14-year-old Gabriel Williams outside a south Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  38. KC man, 51, charged in fatal shooting Dec. 14 in the 3600 block of Jefferson

    A Kansas City man, 51, faces multiple felony charges in connection with the Dec. 14, 2022, fatal shooting of Curtis Henderson in the 3600 block of Jefferson Street in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  39. Defendants in deadly DWI crashes sentenced to 15 and 16 years in prison

    Two defendants in deadly DWI crashes were sentenced Friday to 15 and 16 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  40. Jackson County Prosecutor's statement on new police chief

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker statement Read more...
  41. KC man, 28, charged in double homicide in Kansas City in October 2022

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the October 2022 fatal shootings of Chantell Gipson and Austin Scott, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  42. Jackson County judge sentences KC man, 34, to 30 years in prison for the 2021 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County judge on Friday sentenced Dmarius M. Bozeman to 30 years in prison for the fatal shooting in February 2021 of Khasheme Strother inside a Kansas City residence on W. Pennway, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  43. KC man, 33, charged in fatal shooting of Shayla Curts on Tuesday in KC

    A 33-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Shayla Curts, 22, on Tuesday inside a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  44. Mother charged in death of one child, neglect of another in KC residence

    A Kansas City woman charged in connection with the death of one child and the death of another in their KC residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  45. Felony charges filed against KC man, 62, who fatally shot man from his car

    Felony charges have been filed against 62-year-old Kansas City man who fired shots from his vehicle, fatally wounding man on the street, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  46. KC man pleads guilty to the fatal shooting of 4-year-old Legend Taliferro in June 2020

    A 24-year-old Kansas City man has pleaded guilty to Murder 2nd Degree and other felonies in connection with the fatal shooting in June 2020 of 4-year-old Legend Taliferro, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  47. Two KC men charged after shots were fired at Highway Patrol officer during pursuit

    Two Kansas City man face multiple felony counts after they were involved in fleeing from a Highway Patrol officer and firing shots at the officer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  48. Jackson County jury convicts KC man of domestic assault and other felonies

    A Jackson County jury on Tuesday convicted a Kansas City man of domestic assault, harassment and violations of protection orders regarding a family member over several years, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  49. KC-area man accused in multiple thefts, burglaries sentenced to 12 years in prison

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced a 31-year-old Kansas City-area man to 12 years in a Missouri prison after he was convicted of multiple KC burglaries and thefts, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  50. Two KC men charged in double homicide on Tuesday near 28th and Prospect Avenue

    Two Kansas City brothers face First Degree Murder and other charges related to Tuesday's double homicide near 28th and Prospect Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  51. KC man charged in Wednesday night fatal shooting of Nicolett Marshall

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the Wednesday evening fatal shooting of Nicolett Marshall in an Independence apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  52. Independence man and woman charged in death of their two-month old child

    The mother and father of a 10-week old child have been charged with Child Abuse after the child was found dead from malnutrition, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  53. Two former KCPD officers pleaded guilty to assault of Breona Hill in May 2019

    Two former Kansas City Police Department officers pleaded guilty today to a felony assault involving the use of excessive force in arresting a citizen on a Kansas City sidewalk in May 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  54. Two KC 26-year-old men face felonies for Westport assault

    Two 26-year-old Kansas City men have been charged in a Westport area beating of a man and woman, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  55. Independence man and woman face abuse charges after police respond to video of child's beating

    An Independence man and woman face child abuse charges after police respond to reports of a video showing the child's beating, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  56. Judge sentences Independence man to 30 years for fatal shooting of woman

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced a 28-year-old Independence man to 30 years in prison for the Dec. 16, 2020, fatal shooting of Oriana Starr inside an Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  57. Independence man who shot last night at police officer charged with felonies

    An Independence man, 30, faces felony charges after he fired a shot at an Independence Police Officer, whose gun belt stopped the bullet and prevented injury, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  58. Election Day, Nov. 8, will be closely monitored for intimidation, voting irregularities

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office, others, will closely monitor this Election Day for voting irregularities, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  59. KC man, 23, faces Murder 1st Degree charge in August fatal shooting of Myana Henderson

    A Kansas City man, 23, faces Murder 1st Degree charge in August 2022 fatal shooting of Myana Henderson, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  60. Independence man charged in fatal shooting of woman found along Raytown roadway

    An Independence man, 35, charged in the fatal shooting of woman found along Raytown roadway, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced tonight. Read more...
  61. Jackson County judge sentences former Chiefs coach to 3 years in prison

    A Jackson County judge on Tuesday sentenced former Kansas City Chiefs coach Britt Reid to three years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  62. KCPD investigation identifies who murdered two researchers near 41st and Oak

    The Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office applauds the efforts of KCPD detectives and the KCPD Crime Lab in solving the double homicide that occurred on or about October 1, 2022 in an apartment near 41st and Oak in Kansas City, Missouri. Read more...
  63. Former KCPD sergeant pleads guilty to excessive force against a KC teen

    A former Kansas City Police Department sergeant, Matthew Neal, pleaded guilty today to felony assault charges for excessive force against a Kansas City teen, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  64. Jackson County jury today finds Issac Fisher guilty in triple homicide in 2018

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Issac Fisher, 39, of multiple felonies, including two Murder 1st Degree charges, for a violent rampage in 2018 that killed three and injured a 4-year-old, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  65. Racist, threatening messages come to Jackson County prosecutor's office

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office releases more information regarding its decision not to charge a woman who fatally shot an off-duty firefighter earlier this month. Read more...
  66. Three KC-area men charged for firing shots at Independence police chasing them

    Three metro area men charged in last week's fleeing from police as shots were fired from their vehicle at Independence police, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  67. KCK man facing murder charges for death of two persons after racing and crashing car Downtown

    A Kansas City, Kan., man, 28, faces murder and other felony charges for the Oct. 2, 2022, crash Downtown that killed two individuals, including a driver stopped at a red light, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  68. Kansas City man, 23, charged in fatal Independence, MO, shooting on Saturday

    Kansas City man, 23, has been charged in a fatal Independence, MO, shooting on Saturday of James P. Robertson, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  69. KC man, 61, charged in fatal stabbing in KC's northeast area

    A 61-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing Saturday evening in the Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  70. A 26-year-old KCK man charged in fatal shooting Friday of Antwon Jones

    A Kansas City, Kan, man, 26, charged in Friday morning fatal shooting of Antwon Jones inside apartment on Benton Boulevard, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  71. Blue Springs man charged in fatal shooting at residence on Thursday

    A 64-year-old Blue Springs, MO, man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Thursday of Gregory D. Ultican inside a Blue Springs residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  72. KC man, 21, second to be charged in Aug. 19, 2022, fatal shooting of John L. Greer

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of John L. Greer on Aug. 19, 2022, in the 3500 block of Wayne Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  73. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in child molestation case

    A Jackson County jury on Tuesday convicted Gustavo Ramos, 29, of the felony of Child Molestation 1st Degree involving a then-5-year-old child, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  74. KC man, 35, faces multiple felony charges in Sept. 8, 2021, fatal shooting in 18th and Vine area

    A 35-year-old Kansas City man faces multiple felony charges for the fatal shooting in September 2021 of Mortez Falkner in the 18th and Vine District, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  75. Jackson County jury convicts Dmarius Bozeman in February 2021 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County jury late Thursday convicted Dmarius M. Bozeman in the fatal shooting in February 2021 of Khasheme Stother inside a Kansas City residence on W. Pennway, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  76. Jackson County jury convicts Raytown man in 2017 murder of KC lawyer Thomas Pickert

    A Jackson County jury convicts Raytown man in 2017 murder of Kansas City lawyer Thomas Pickert in front of his residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  77. Wisconsin woman charged in hit-and-run collision that killed father of 10

    A 27-year-old Wisconsin woman has been charged with two felonies in connection with the crash Aug. 27, 2022, that killed a bicyclist, a father of 10, near Longview Lake and View High Drive, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  78. Former Chiefs coach Britt Reid pleads guilty to drunk driving and resulting injury to child

    Former Kansas City Chiefs coach Britt Reid pleaded guilty today to a DWI felony for the Feb. 4, 2021 crash near Arrowhead that injured a child in a vehicle that Reid's vehicle struck, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  79. Lee's Summit man charged in fatal shooting on Wednesday of his father

    A 23-year-old Lee's Summit man has been charged in the fatal shooting of his father on Wednesday at a Lee's Summit residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  80. New ballistics info from a KC homicide this week results in charges in 2021 homicide

    An investigation this week of a Kansas City homicide in the 3000 block of Harrison has resulted in charges being filed against a Kansas City man who was a suspect in a 2021 homicide, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  81. KC woman, 40, faces charges in fatal shooting of husband in his bed

    A Kansas City woman, 40, faces charged in the fatal shooting of husband in his bed, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  82. Jackson County inmate sentenced to 12 years for smuggling drugs into jail

    A Blue Springs man, 39, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after he was convicted of smuggling drugs into the Jackson County Detention Center, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  83. Independence woman sentenced to 20 years in prison for shooting boyfriend

    An Independence woman was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison for the fatal shooting in July 2021 of her boyfriend, Ryan Wheeler, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  84. Blue Springs, MO, man sentenced to 15 years for child abuse

    A Blue Springs man, 32, was sentenced Friday to 15 years in state prison after he pleaded guilty to two counts of child abuse, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  85. KC man charged in forgery of deed to south Kansas City residence

    A Kansas City man has been charged with forgery for presenting to county officials a fraudulent Warranty Deed to obtain possession of a south Kansas City residential property, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  86. Charges filed against area man in Independence double homicide this week

    A 23-year-old Independence, MO, man has been charged in the fatal shooting of a 21-year-old man in Independence on Sunday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  87. KC man, 59, charged in fatal shooting in Blue Hills Park this week

    A 59-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Thursday of Leslie Taylor in Blue Hills Park after a reported argument, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  88. Charges filed regarding 2-year-old's death; investigation continues

    A 36-year-old Kansas City woman faces felony charges related to endangering her children, one of whom was found lifeless in a Kansas City residence Wednesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  89. KC man, 19, charged with felonies for firing a weapon into a vehicle

    A Kansas City man, 19, faces felony charges for firing a weapon from a vehicle and into another vehicle causing injury to a passenger, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  90. KC man charged in fatal shooting on Sunday near 35th and Garfield

    A 42-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Sunday of Warner Alexander Trotter inside a residence in the 3500 block of Garfield Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  91. Charges filed in fatal stabbing of Latoya Brown in Raytown on Friday

    Felony charges have been filed in the August 5, 2022, fatal stabbing of the defendant's former girlfriend, Latoya Brown, outside a Raytown nursing home, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  92. Jackson County jury convicts Independence man in murder of Oriana Starr

    A Jackson County jury on Wednesday convicted a 27-year-old Independence man in the Dec. 16, 2020 fatal shooting of Oriana Starr, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  93. KC man charged in July 4, 2022, fatal shooting of Carlos Martinez-Ramirez

    Felony charges filed in July 4, 2022, fatal shooting of Carlos Martinez-Ramirez whose body was found in the 8900 block of Longview Road in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced this evening. Read more...
  94. Media contact for Jackson County Prosecutor's Office July 18 - 28

    Members of media seeking information from Jackson County Prosecutor's Office July 18 -28, please note contact information. Read more...
  95. Independence man sentenced to 30 years in fatal shooting of Barbara M. Harper

    A Jackson County judge sentences Dakkota Siders to 30 years in prison for the 2019 fatal shooting of a woman in her vehicle near Downtown Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  96. Driver in street car stunt incident pleads guilty in Jackson County

    A 23-year-old Independence, MO, man has pleaded guilty to criminal charges related to a street car stunt incident in the middle of Interstate 70 in June, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  97. Independence man charged in July 7 fatal shooting of Demarion Benjamin

    A 25-year-old Independence, MO, man has been charged in the fatal shooting on July 7, 2022, of Demarion Benjamin in the area of 51st and Lawn Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  98. KC man sentenced to 27 years in prison for fatal 2019 shooting Downtown

    A Jackson County judge sentenced Timothy Fernandez, 45, to 27 years in prison for his murder conviction in the February 2019 fatal shooting of Michael E. Bryan outside a Downtown KC store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  99. A KC man, 32, sentenced in July 2017 fatal shooting in 2500 block of Van Brunt Blvd in KC

    A Kansas City man, 32, has been sentenced in the July 2017 fatal shooting of Charles Williams in 2500 block of Van Brunt Blvd in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  100. Conviction in 2019 murder results in 28-year prison sentence for man, 25

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced 25-year-old man to 28 years in prison for the murders of Michael McLin and Kevin Waters in August 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  101. KC man sentenced to 20 years in Red Bridge Road shooting in 2020

    A 39-year-old Kansas City man was sentenced Tuesday to 20 years in prison for the shooting In uly 2020 of Sharon Heifner-Douglas who was riding an ATV on East Red Bridge near Bennington Ave., Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  102. Two men doing car stunts face charges for blocking way for others to hospital

    Two KC-area men who were doing car stunts in the roadway after 2 a.m. are charged with confronting and firing shots at other vehicle occupants trying get a child to the hospital, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced toda Read more...
  103. Prosecutor files felony charge for threats from Blue Springs man that closed schools

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issued the following statement today with charges related to the threat that closed eastern Jackson County schools this week. Read more...
  104. KC man charged in fatal shooting of man attempting to purchase a vehicle

    A Kansas City man, 28, faces multiple felony charges in connection with the June 1, 2022, fatal shooting of Charles Bradham during a reported robbery, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  105. KC juvenile charged in February 2022 fatal shooting in Independence

    KC juvenile has been charged in a February 2022 fatal shooting of an Independence youth after an alleged gun exchange was set up among them, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  106. Prairie Village man charged in crash at 75th and Ward Parkway that killed Remington Williams

    A 31-year-old Prairie Village, Kan., man has been charged driving while intoxicated and causing another driver's death on Wednesday at 75th and Ward Parkway in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  107. KC man sentenced to 24 years in prison for fatal shooting of his children's mother

    A Jackson County judge on Wednesday sentenced Damon Kerr to 24 years in prison for the Nov. 35, 2018, fatal shooting of Donna McKeown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  108. A KCK woman, 26, charged for exhibiting a weapon in encounter Friday with police

    A 26-year-old Kansas City woman has been charged with exhibiting a weapon in her encounter Friday evening with Kansas City police officers, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  109. KC man charged in shooting of frisbee golfer at Kessler Park

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the shooting of a frisbee golfer participating in a frisbee golf tournament at Kessler Park on Saturday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  110. Driver who struck and killed pedestrian near Interstate 435 and Truman Road charged

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal crash that killed a pedestrian near Interstate 435 and Truman Road on Wednesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  111. St. Louis man charged in November 2021 fatal shooting of Stephon D. Johnson

    A 26-year-old St. Louis man with a crescent tattoo between his eyes has been charged in the Nov. 1, 2021, fatal shooting of Stephon D. Johnson in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  112. Independence man charged in KC homicide on Ditman this week

    A 43-year-old Independence man has been charged in the fatal shooting Tuesday of Elijah Flores in a vacant lot in the 700 block of Ditman Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  113. KC man charged in fatal shooting of his wife in front of police Central Patrol

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Christina Nevels, as she was driving a vehicle with a 4-year-old child in the backseat while in front of KC's Central Patrol, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  114. KC man, 20, charged in fatal shooting this week near 33rd and Linwood

    A 19-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting Tuesday, May 17, 2022, of Andreone T. Hall at a gas station at 33rd and Linwood in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  115. Jackson County Prosecutor's Chief Deputy wins KCMBA Thomas J. Conway Award

    Dion Sankar, chief deputy of the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office, wins 2022 Bench Bar Thomas J. Conway Award for courage and zeal for his clients in the practice of law. Read more...
  116. KC North man charged in leaving the scene of fatal vehicular strike of Chiefs fan after game

    A Kansas City North man has been charged with leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in the death of a Chiefs fan who was struck in traffic following an October 2021 game, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  117. KC man charged in fatal shooting on May 10, 2022, near 49th and Bellefontaine

    A 60-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the May 10, 2022, fatal shooting of Terylle Gorham in a parking lot near 49th and Bellefontaine in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  118. Independence man, 36, found guilty of multiple child-sex charges

    A Jackson County jury has convicted an Independence man, 36, of multiple child-sex charges related to sexual abuse of children 11 amd 12-years old, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  119. KC man, 23, charged in connection with April 12 fatal shooting of Alfred Brown near 39th and Indiana

    A 23-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the April 12, 2022, fatal shooting of Alfred Brown in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  120. Media contact for Jackson County Prosecutor's Office this week, April 25-29, 2022

    Media contact for Jackson County Prosecutor's Office this week, April 25 - 29, 2022 Read more...
  121. KC man, convicted at trial in shooting of 17-year-old, sentenced to 25 years in prison

    A Kansas City man, 28, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the 2019 fatal shooting of 17-year-old near the Landing in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  122. Charges filed against KC man in fatal April 15, 2022, shooting at gas station on Gregory

    A 31-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with multiple felony counts in connection with the fatal shooting on April 15, 2022 at a gas station on East Gregory Blvd. in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  123. Independence felon charged in the fatal shooting on April 14 of George R. Dale

    An Independence man, convicted already of felonies, has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on April 14, 2022, of George R. Dale in an Independence store parking lot, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  124. KC man and woman charged in connection with child's stabbing on Monday in eastern Jackson County

    A Kansas City man and woman have been charged in connection with the stabbing of an 18-month old boy apparently after their vehicle was involved in an accident and in fleeing police, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  125. National Crime Victim's Rights Week walk/run benefits The Children's Place

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker hosts run/walk in recognition of National Crime Victims Rights Week, with all funds raised going to The Children's Place in KC. Event theme: Better Together. Read more...
  126. KC woman, 30, charged in Jan. 25 fatal shooting of Jenna Nava in KC apartment

    A Kansas City woman, 30, has been charged in the fatal shooting of Jenna Nava inside a Kansas City apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  127. Jackson County judge convicts Timothy Fernandez in 2019 fatal shooting outside Downtown business

    A Jackson County judge on Friday found Timothy Fernandez guilty of two felony counts related to the fatal shooting of Michael Bryan in February 2019 outside a business on Grand Boulevard, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  128. Jackson County jury convicts Dakkota Siders in 2019 shooting near Downtown KC

    Jackson County jury finds 28-year-old Independence, MO, man guilty in the fatal shooting of a woman in her vehicle near Downtown Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  129. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office dismisses charges in Carnes case, issues statement

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office released a statement today after dismissing the Keith Carnes case: Read more...
  130. Blue Springs man charged in arson that killed his neighbor

    A 48-year-old Blue Springs man has been charged with the Class A felony of Arson for setting a fire to a Blue Springs residence and, as a result, a woman died, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  131. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office Statement on Keith Carnes Case

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office Statement on Keith Carnes Case Read more...
  132. KC man, 29, charged in fatal shooting on March 29 of David J. Rowe

    A 29-year-old KC man has been charged in the fatal shooting March 29, 2022, of David Rowe outside closed Independence gasoline station, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  133. KC man, 23, charged in fatal shooting last month near 24th and Quincy

    A Kansas City man, 23, faces Murder 1st Degree charge in March 25 fatal shooting of Anthony Villareal in the northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  134. KC man charged in Feb. 22, 2022, fatal shooting in south KC

    A 19-year-old Kansas City man is being held on no bond after he was charged late Wednesday in the fatal February 2022 shooting of Davonte Robinson, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  135. A 29-year-old KC man charged in March 14 fatal shooting at KC gas station

    A 29-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on March 14, 2022, at a south KC gas station in the 8100 block of Bannister Road, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  136. Jackson County judge sentences KC man to 20 years in fatal stabbing

    A Jackson County judge sentences Trever A. Young to 20 years in prison for the fatal stabbing in November 2020 of Daniel Atkison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  137. KC man, 31, charged in fatal kidnapping in May 2021 of Gilberto Gutierrez

    A 31-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the May 2021 fatal kidnapping and stabbing or beating of Gilberto Gutierrez, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  138. Suspended KCPD officer charged with stealing for not working off-duty shifts

    A suspended Kansas City Police Department officer has been charged with felony Stealing By Deceit for failing to work off-duty shifts he was paid to work, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  139. Belton man charged in child kidnapping that prompted an Amber Alert on Monday

    A 34-year-old Belton man has been charged with child kidnapping after he took an idling vehicle with a child inside, prompting an Amber Alert and a police chase on Monday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  140. A 21-year-old KC man charged in double shooting Sunday at 29th and Montgall

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting and the wounding of another person in the area of 29th and Montgall Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  141. Blue Springs man charged in fatal shooting in Blue Springs residence

    A 43-year-old Blue Springs, MO, man has been charged in the fatal shooting on March 3, 2022, of Jarod T. Young in a Blue Springs residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  142. KC man charged in double homicide and wounding of a 5-year-old child

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with multiple felony counts in connection with the the shooting of three victims in February 2022, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  143. Jury convicts KC man, 46, in fatal shooting of Donna McKeown in November 2018

    A Jackson County jury late today convicted Damon Kerr in the Nov. 35, 2018, fatal shooting of Donna McKeown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Sentencing set for May 6. Read more...
  144. KC man, 21, charged in triple murder in October 2021 near 27th and Spruce

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man is the second defendant charged in a fatal shooting that took the lives of three victims in October 2021, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  145. KC man pleads guilty in 2021 shooting, sentenced to 17 years

    A Jackson County judge on Tuesday sentenced a 34-year-old Kansas City man to 17 years in prison after he pleaded guilty in a 2021 fatal shooting of Andrea Dean inside a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  146. KC man, 31, charged in attempted rape of patient inside KC hospital

    A 31-year-old Kansas City man faces felony charges in connection with the attempted rape of a woman patient who was in her hospital room when she was assaulted, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  147. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in 2019 shooting of Deontae Campbell

    A Jackson County jury on Wednesday convicted a 28-year-old Kansas City man in connection with the April 5, 2019, fatal shooting of Deontae Campbell, 17, near 63rd and Paseo in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  148. KC man, 21, charged in Westport shooting in December that killed one, injured two

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man faces multiple felony charges in connection with a Dec. 6, 2021, fatal shooting of Jabraughn James and the wounding of two other men in the Westport area, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  149. Mother charged with Murder 1st Degree in death of her own child

    A 35-year-old Kansas City woman has been charged in the homicide of her 6-year-old son and is being held in Jackson County on no bond, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  150. Statement from Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker

    Statement from Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker regarding child's homicide in Kansas City, MO on Feb. 16, 2022 Read more...
  151. Man who took vehicle from Lee's Summit with two young children inside charged in kidnapping

    A man who took a running vehicle from a Lee's Summit driveway with two young children inside the vehicle has been charged with felonies, including kidnapping, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  152. Independence man charged in fatal shooting of Riley Youngblood

    Jackson County Prosecutors filed charges this evening in the fatal shooting of Riley Youngblood in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced this evening. Read more...
  153. KC man, 56, sentenced to life in prison for 2018 fatal shooting in KC

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced a Kansas City man, 56, to Life in prison for the Jan. 4, 2018, fatal shooting of Thomas J. Rice III, the first homicide victim of 2018 in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  154. KC man charged in fatal January shooting on Amtrak in Lee's Summit

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man, who surrendered after a police standoff Monday night, has been charged in a fatal January shooting on an Amtrak train in Lee's Summit, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  155. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office releases 2020-21 annual report

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office releases annual report. Read more...
  156. Jackson County Prosecutor's statement on newest information regarding firefighters' case

    In response to news reports today regarding information related to the Kansas City firefighters' case, the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office is issuing a statement a review is warranted. Read more...
  157. KC North man charged in fatal shooting of Wyshaud Smith in Sept. 2021

    A 24-year-old Kansas City North man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Sept. 28, 2021 of Wyshaud Smith, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  158. Former nurse in Independence hospital sentenced to 20 years in prison

    A Jackson County judge sentenced today a former nurse in an Independence hospital to 20 years in a Missouri prison for the rape of a patient, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  159. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announces key changes in her executive team

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced Thursday two key changes in her executive staff: Veteran prosecutor Theresa Crayon has been named Program Director and Keith Harrison has been promoted to the position of Chief Investigator. Read more...
  160. Raytown man charged in connection with murder of his roommate

    A 22-year-old Raytown man has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of Zackiery Lister yesterday, Jan. 19, 2022, in a Raytown residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  161. KC man, 21, charged in Independence carjacking and crash that injured child

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in a carjacking and vehicular crash that injured a child who was a passenger in another vehicle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  162. Independence man charged in the Jan. 13 fatal shooting of Timothy Phillips

    An Independence man, 18, has been charged in connection with the Jan. 13. 2022, fatal shooting of Timothy Phillips in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  163. Kansas City, Kan., man charged in fatal beating of woman and child assault

    A 28-year-old Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged in connection with a fatal beating of a 24-year-old KC woman and the assault of a 4-year-old, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  164. Jackson County judge sentences KC man in fatal April 2020 shooting

    A Jackson County judge on Friday sentenced a 26-year-old Kansas City man to 12 years in prison for the fatal shooting in April 2020 of Damen Taylor, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  165. Woman sentenced after she pleads in fatal DWI crash in Kansas City

    A 54-year-old Kansas City woman has been sentenced by a Jackson County judge to six years in a Missouri prison for her conviction of DWI -- Death of Another not a Passenger, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  166. KC man, 44, charged in fatal shooting of Naaman Williams on Monday in KC

    A 44-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the Dec. 27, 2021, fatal shooting of Naaman Williams at a KC residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  167. KC man, 26, charged in fatal KC shooting early on Dec. 13, 2021

    A Kansas City man, 26, has been charged in connection with the Dec 13, 2021, fatal shooting of Corey A. Haley in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  168. KC 17-year-old charged in March 2021 fatal shooting of two 15-year-olds

    A Kansas City 17-year-old, certified by Family Court to stand trial as an adult, has been charged in the fatal shootings in March 2021 of two 15-year-olds near 73rd and Norton in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  169. Executive staff attorney Dion Sankar named Chief Deputy Prosecutor under Jean Peters Baker

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today that Dion Sankar, who as a member of Baker's executive staff has overseen diversion programs and the prosecution of police use-of-force cases, will become her new Chief Deputy Prosecutor. Read more...
  170. Jackson County judge sentences defendant in Cameron Douglas' fatal shooting

    A Jackson County judge on Wednesday sentenced Jason Cook to six years in prison for the fatal Jan. 21, 2019 shooting of Cameron Douglas, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  171. Woman sentenced to three consecutive prison sentences of Life Without Parole for triple murder

    A Jackson County judge on Tuesday sentenced a Kansas City woman to three consecutive Life Without Parole sentences for a triple murder in October 2019 near 45th and South Benton Avenue in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  172. Judge sentences Pleasant Hill man to consecutive life sentences

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced a 61-year-old Pleasant Hill man to consecutive life sentences for a fatal May 2018 road rage incident, the stabbing of Cody M. Harter in Lee's Summit, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  173. Independence 19-year-old charged in fatal shooting of younger teen

    An Independence 19-year-old has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old victim in an Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  174. Kansas woman charged in alleged abuse at Downtown daycare

    A Kansas woman, 65, has been charged with multiple counts of Child Abuse or Neglect involving a 10-month old child in a Downtown child care center, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  175. Two KC men and a woman charged in fatal shooting at 43rd and Cleveland

    Two Kansas City siblings and a woman face felony charges, including Murder 2nd Degree, in connection with the fatal shooting outside a market near 43rd and Cleveland Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  176. Former hospital nurse in Independence convicted of rape of patient

    A Jackson County judge has found an Overland Park, Kan., man guilty of Rape 1st Degree for the rape of a patient while the defendant was working as a nurse at an Independence hospital, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  177. Lee's Summit man sentenced to 25 years for fatal shooting in Thai restaurant

    A Lee's Summit man, 27, was sentenced Tuesday to 25 years in prison for fatal shooting in November 2019 inside Thai Spice restaurant in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  178. Judge James Welsh orders Kevin Strickland's conviction be set aside after 43 years

    Senior Judge James Welsh today ruled that after 43 years the conviction of Kevin Strickland should be set aside; Prosecutor's office files Notice of Dismissal to effect Strickland's release. Read more...
  179. Jury convicts a Kansas City man, 56, in a Jan. 2018 homicide

    A Jackson County jury convicted a Kansas City man, 56, in the Jan. 4, 2018, fatal shooting of Thomas J. Rice III, who was the first homicide victim of 2018 in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  180. KC man charged in fatal July 2020 shooting of Diamon Eichelburger

    A Kansas City man, 19, faces felony charges in connection with the July 20, 2020 fatal shooting of Diamon Eichelburger in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  181. A Jackson County judge sentences Louis Watts to 30 years in prison for assault of ex-girlfriend

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced Louis J. Watts to 30 years in prison for the October 2019 shooting in Kansas City of his ex-girlfriend, who survived to testify against her attacker, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  182. Jackson County jury convicts KC woman in October 2019 triple murder

    A Jackson County jury late Thursday convicted a Kansas City woman in a triple murder in October 2019 in the area of 45th and South Benton Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  183. Independence man sentenced to 22 years in prison for wife's fatal shooting

    An Independence man, 43,was sentenced Tuesday to 22 years in prison for the fatal shooting in July 2020 of his wife, Daina M. Smith, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  184. Third KC man charged in fatal shooting of woman selling Playstation

    A third Kansas City man faces charges related to the fatal shooting on Aug. 23, 2021 of a woman who was found in an overturned vehicle in the area of Independence Avenue and the Paseo, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  185. Jackson County jury convicts fatal shooter of Cameron Douglas

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Jason Cook of the Jan. 21, 2019 fatal shooting of Cameron Douglas, 23; the jury recommended up to 6 years in prison for Cook, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  186. Two KC men charged in August 23, 2021, fatal shooting on Independence Avenue

    Two Kansas City men face felony charges in connection with the fatal shooting on Aug. 23, 2021 of a woman found in an overturned vehicle near Independence Avenue and the Paseo, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  187. Two KC men charged in fatal shootings of two other men in March 2021

    Two Kansas City men each face seven felony counts, including Murder 1st Degree, in connection with fatal shootings in March 2021 of two men inside a vehicle on Norton Avenue in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  188. Independence man indicted in Oct. 5, 2021, fatal shooting on Huttig in Independence

    An Independence man, 36, has been indicted for the fatal shooting Oct. 5, 2021, of Waylon Williams inside an Independence residence on Huttig Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  189. KC man, 29, charged in the fatal shooting of Sheybeon Wyatt-Thompson on Sept. 11, 2021

    KC man, 29, charged in the fatal shooting of Sheybeon Wyatt-Thompson and the injuring of others on Sept. 11, 2021, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  190. Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Blackwell honored by Missouri Lawyer's Weekly

    Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Kelsey Blackwell was honored by Missouri Lawyer’s Weekly with the “Up and Coming” Award in the category of Public Service. Read more...
  191. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office contact info this week

    Contact info this week for Jackson County Prosecutor's Office. Read more...
  192. KC man charged in fatal shooting Wednesday of Ernest Gibson on 69th Street in KC

    A 34-year-old Kansas City man faces a murder charge in connection with the fatal shooting on Wednesday of Ernest Gibson in the 4000 block of East 69th Street in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  193. KC man faces murder, assault charge for shooting Monday in KC

    A Kansas City man faces multiple felony charges in connection with the fatal shooting Monday of a woman and the injuring of a man in the 300 block of Lawn in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  194. KC man sentenced to 30 years in fatal shooting of his wife in Independence

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced a 64-year-old Kansas City man to 30 years in prison for the fatal shooting in August 2020 of his wife, Kimah McDonald, inside an Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  195. KC man, 22, sentenced to 20 years in prison for 2019 fatal shooting in Raytown

    A Jackson County judge sentenced a Kansas City man to 20 years in state prison for his role in the fatal shooting on March 4, 2019 of Riley McCrackin, outside a pool hall in Raytown, MO, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  196. Jackson County jury convicts man who shot woman in KC twice in the head

    A Jackson County jury has found Louis J. Watts guilty of felony charges in connection with the October 2019 shooting of his ex-girlfriend, who survived to testify against her attacker, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  197. Joint statement from KCPD and Jackson County Prosecutor's Office

    Joint statement issued today by KCPD and Jackson County Prosecutor's Office on Cody Harrison. Read more...
  198. David Harris sentenced to 35 years in prison for fatal shooting and wounding of another victim

    Jackson County judge sentenced David Harris to 35 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Mary Schmitz and the wounding of another victim in Independence in September 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  199. KC man, 29, charged in south Kansas City fatal shooting on Friday

    A 29-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Kurreem D. Graves who was found Friday in a vehicle in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  200. Jackson County Prosecutor files motion to free Kevin Strickland after 43 years

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker today took legal action to free Kevin Strickland from a Missouri prison, citing clear and convincing evidence that he is actually innocent. Read more...
  201. KC man charged in 2019 fatal shooting alongside Red Bridge Road near 71 Highway

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting in August 2019 of Elliott Herring along U.S. 49 in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  202. KC man sentenced to 22 years in prison for shooting of transgender woman

    A Jackson County judge on Thursday sentenced a 43-year-old Kansas City man to 22 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Brooklyn Lindsey, a transgender woman who was found shot on June 25, 2019 in the 600 block of Spruce in KC's Northeast area. Read more...
  203. KC man charged in gun incident at Independence Center on Aug. 7, 2021

    A 20-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with a fight inside Independence Center that involved a firearm, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  204. KC man, 22, faces charges in connection with fatal shooting Sunday in south KC

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man faces multiple felony charges in connection with the fatal shooting on Sunday of Fred D. Brewster Jr. in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  205. Jackson County jury convicts Nicholas Webb in fatal 2018 road rage incident

    A Jackson County jury has convicted a 61-year-old Pleasant Hill man in a fatal May 2018 road rage incident, the fatal stabbing of Cody M. Harter on an interstate roadside in Lee's Summit, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  206. Jackson County couple now face 1st Degree Murder charge in connection to Kensie Aubry's murder

    Aug. 2, 2021 Michael Hendricks and Maggie Ybarra now each face Murder 1st Degree, plus nine other charges, related to the death of Kensie Aubry, whose body was recovered in Grain Valley, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  207. Lee's Summit man sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatal shooting in Independence in 2020

    July 30, 2021 A Lee's Summit man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Matthew Bland-Williams in 2020 outside an Independence, MO, residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  208. Jackson County Prosecutor issues letter of support to DOJ

    Jackson County Prosecutor's office today issued a letter of support for community and racial justice groups asking for an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice. Read more...
  209. Jackson County jury convicts Nevada, MO, man, 55, of 33 counts of sexual abuse of children

    A Jackson County jury late Wednesday convicted a Nevada, MO, man, 55, of 33 counts related to sexual abuse of children over a 14-year period in Jackson County residences, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  210. KC man sentenced to 18 years in prison for fatal shooting at First Friday event in KC

    A Jackson County judge sentenced a Kansas City man to 18 years in prison for the fatal shooting in August 2019 of 25-year-old Erin Langhofer, who was standing at food trucks near 18th and Main Street during a First Friday event. Read more...
  211. KC man charged in murders of family members inside their KC residence

    A 38-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection to the murders of three persons found last week by police inside a Kansas City residence in the 3200 block of Woodland, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  212. Jackson County judge sentenced KC man who shot bus passenger to 22 years in prison

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced a Kansas City man who shot a metro bus passenger as the city bus pulled up to a stop in the Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  213. KC man sentenced to 20-plus years for fatal stabbing

    A 20-year-old Kansas City man has been sentenced to 23 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to Murder 2nd Degree and Armed Criminal Action in connection with the 2018 fatal stabbing of Deandrea R. Vine. Read more...
  214. Kansas City man convicted in shooting involving wife.

    Jeffery E. Morgan, of Kansas City, Missouri, was convicted Friday by a Jackson County Jury in the 2019 shooting of his wife. Morgan, dob: 4/9/1978, was found guilty of Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Read more...
  215. Media Contact at Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

    As of July 6, 2021, the media should contact Jared D. Bustamante, assistant prosecuting attorney, regarding cases or questions related to the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office. Bustamante will fill in until Michael Mansur returns in approximately a week. Read more...
  216. Jackson County jury convicts Oak Grove man in Sept. 2018 fatal shooting of Mary Schmitz

    An Oak Grove man -- convicted Thursday by a Jackson County jury in Sept. 2018 fatal shooting of Mary Schmitz and the wounding of another victim in an Independence incident -- now investigated for attempted escape from courthouse in Independence. Read more...
  217. KC man, 35, charged in shooting in Plaza hotel elevator on Tuesday

    A Kansas City man, 35, has been charged in the fatal shooting Tuesday of Darron Mitchem inside the Sheraton Suites Hotel on the Country Club Plaza, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  218. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office statement regarding Emily Hammerly's criminal case

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office releases statement regarding the Emily Hammerly criminal case Read more...
  219. KC homeless man, 32, charged in fatal shooting on Olive Street in Kansas City earlier this month

    A 32-year-old homeless man has been charged in the fatal shooting on June 15, 2021, of Derrick Williams in the 3600 block of Olive in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  220. Judge sentences Kansas City man to life in prison without parole for 2017 strangling of woman in KC

    A Jackson County judge on Thursday sentenced Cedric Russell to life in prison without parole for the fatal strangling in 2017 of Ashley Geddes, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  221. Second defendant sentenced to life in prison, plus more, for 2017 fatal shooting in KC

    A Jackson County judge on Thursday sentenced Caitlyn Riffle to life in prison plus 15 years for the November 2017 fatal shooting of Rodney Thurber in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  222. Independence man, 37, charged in fatal shooting of Ales Carr on June 20

    An Independence man, 37, has been charged in the fatal shooting of Ales Carr on June 20, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  223. Kansas City man sentenced to life in prison for father's murder

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced a Kansas City man to life in prison for his conviction in the fatal stabbing his father inside his father's Independence residence in April 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  224. Jackson County jury convicts man in child-sex case, recommends life in prison

    A Jackson County jury on Tuesday convicted a Kansas City man of child sex offenses with a 10-year-old girl and the jury recommended a prison sentence of life, plus more, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  225. Raytown man charged in fatal shooting of roommate on Wednesday

    A Raytown man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a roommate on Wednesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  226. KCK teen charged in October 2020 fatal shooting in KC

    KCK 16-year-old charged in Oct. 19, 2020, fatal shooting of Cristobal Gutierrez-Castillas in Kansas City urban core, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  227. Independence man charged in sex-related crimes with juvenile

    A 51-year-old Independence man faces multiple misdemeanor and a felony charge for soliciting sex with and furnishing pornographic materials to a minor, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  228. Juneteenth Celebration statement from Jackson County Prosecutor

    Juneteenth Celebration statement from Jackson County Prosecutor Read more...
  229. COMBAT mid-year funding news conference Wednesday

    Domestic Violence & Youth Employment Focus Of COMBAT Mid-Year Funding News Conference On Wednesday Read more...
  230. KC man, 30, charged in fatal June 4, 2021, crash that killed Patsy Arnold

    A 30-year-old Kansas City man faces multiple charges, including Murder 2nd Degree, after he fled from police and in Lake Lotawana struck the vehicle of Patsy Arnold, killing her, Jackson County Prosecutor Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  231. KC man, 33, charged in fatal shooting of Andrea Dean on Sunday in KC

    A 33-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting Sunday of Andrea Dean inside a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  232. Blue Springs man sentenced to 25 years in prison for 2019 murder in KC

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced a 27-year-old Blue Springs man, to 25 years in prison for the fatal shooting in March 2019 of Joseph Corum inside a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  233. KC woman sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatal crash in 2018

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced a Kansas City woman, 27, to 20 years in prison for four counts of Murder 2nd Degree after she caused a vehicular crash in 2018 that killed four persons, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  234. Prosecutor's Office statement regarding new video from officer-involved shooting

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office releases statement regarding videos of officer-involved shooting in March. Read more...
  235. Former Northland high school coach pleads guilty to eight sex counts

    Former Northland high school coach pleads guilty to eight sex counts for sex with a former high school student in Holden, MO, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  236. Jackson County judge sentences KC man to life in prison for 2019 fatal stabbing

    A Jackson County judge on Tuesday sentenced a 29-year-old Kansas City man to a sentence of life in prison or 30 years for the fatal stabbing around March 15, 2019 of Ladajah Oliver, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  237. Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker on Strickland decision: We'll continue to pursue justice

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker, in response to Tuesday's decision by the Supreme Court to not hear Kevin Strickland's attempt to exonerate himself, issued a statement Wednesday. Read more...
  238. Higginsville man faces two counts of Murder 1st Degree in Independence shootings

    A 44-year-old Higginsville man faces two counts of Murder 1st Degree and other charges for the fatal shooting last Sunday in Independence of Billy M. Davis and Ashley D. Walker, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  239. Police In Jackson County ask for help locating a missing woman possibly missing since Oct. 2020

    The police agencies of Independence and Grandview are asking the public for any information regarding Kensie Aubry, who was last in contact with family in October 2020. She may have been a victim of foul play. Read more...
  240. Jackson County jury convicts 51-year-old KC man of 13 sex counts involving children

    A Jackson County jury on Friday convicted 51-year-old Jesus Torres, of Kansas City, on 13 counts of sex charges, including sodomy, involving children seven to 13 years old at the time, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  241. Judge sentences KC man to 15 years for death of man thrown from truck

    A KC man, 22, man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison in connection with the November 2019 death of a man thrown from the back of a truck after the defendant drove off with the vehicle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  242. Jackson County judge sentences KC man to 25 years in prison for sex assault

    Jackson County judge sentences Kansas City man, man to 25 years in prison for sex assault in 2018 in KC residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  243. KC man sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatal shooting in 2015 of Dominique Stafford

    Kansas City man pleads guilty and is sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatal shooting of Dominique Stafford, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  244. Criminal charges filed in April 25, 2021, fatal shooting of Gary Taylor at 18th and Vine area

    Jackson County Prosecutor announces criminal charges in the April 25, 2021, fatal shooting of Gary Taylor in the 18th and Vine area of Kansas City. Read more...
  245. Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor to hold press conference at 18th and Vine

    Media advisory: Jackson Count Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker to hold a press conference at 3:30 pm at 18th and Vine about new criminal charges. Read more...
  246. A Kansas City man charged in connection with exhibiting gun, threatening persons Downtown

    A Kansas City man faces multiple felony counts in connection with incidents Downtown when he allegedly threatened or assaulted individuals with a gun, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  247. KC man charged in fatal shooting of Jerone Weathers Sunday in Raytown

    A Kansas City man, 32, charged in fatal shooting Sunday of Jerone Weathers outside Raytown residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  248. Independence man charged in Dec. 2020 fatal shooting of Oriana Starr

    An Independence man, 26, faces felony charges in connection with the Dec. 16, 2020, fatal shooting of Oriana Starr inside an Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  249. Jackson County Prosecutor's statement regarding new legislation in Missouri

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker released today the following statement regarding the Missouri General Assembly's passage of new legislation related to wrongful convictions in Missouri. Read more...
  250. KC man pleads guilty in 2019 fatal shooting during First Friday event

    A Kansas City man has pleaded guilty in connection with the fatal shooting in Aug. 2019 of Erin Langhofer, 25, who was standing at food trucks near 18th and Main during a First Friday event, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  251. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office: Keeping Strickland in prison is a "manifest injustice"

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office, following its press conference today on the wrongful conviction of inmate Kevin Strickland, releases friend-of-the-court filing with Missouri Supreme Court, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  252. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in KC Northeast shooting of city bus rider

    A Jackson County jury on Thursday convicted a Kansas City man who shot a metro bus passenger as bus pulled up to a stop in the Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  253. Liberty, MO, man, 19, faces a dozen felony counts for sex with a 13-year-old girl

    A Liberty, MO, man faces more than a dozen felony child sex charges for his contact with a 13-year-old girl he friended through social media, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  254. Jackson County Prosecutor calls for freeing of inmate after 43 years in prison

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker, in conjunction with local attorneys and Midwest Innocence Project, will hold a press conference at 3 p.m. at the Downtown Courthouse (10th floor) regarding freeing Kevin Strickland from prison in Missouri. Read more...
  255. Grandview man, 21, charged in the fatal shooting Sunday of Roosevelt Williamson in Grandview

    A Grandview man, 21, has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Roosevelt Williamson on May 2, 2021 in Grandview, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  256. A second accomplice in Independence robbery charged in fatal shooting

    A second accomplice in an Independence robbery early Thursday has been charged in the fatal shooting of Elijah Lockhart during the attempted robbery, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  257. KC man in Independence robbery charged in fatal shooting of his accomplice

    A Kansas City man who admitted to taking part in an Independence robbery has been charged in the fatal shooting of his accomplice, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  258. Jackson County man faces felony charge after he threatens Jackson County judge

    An Independence, MO, man faces a felony charge after he threatened to harm and kill a Jackson County judge, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  259. KC woman sentenced to 28 years in prison for fatal shooting at Central High

    A 24-year-old KC woman has been sentenced today to 28 years in prison for fatally shooting a 15-year-old girl in February 2019 outside Central High School, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  260. Jackson County Prosecutor issues statement regarding jury's verdict in Chauvin case

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office issued a statement regarding the verdict from Minneapolis in the murder of George Floyd. Read more...
  261. KC man, 35, charged in fatal beating this week of Michelle Long in her South KC apartment

    A 35-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal beating this week of Michelle Long inside her south KC residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  262. Jury convicts woman in fatal November 2017 shooting of Rodney Thurber in KC apartment

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Caitlyn Riffle in the fatal shooting of Rodney V. Thurber, whose body was found inside a 2nd floor apartment on Tracy Avenue in Kansas City on Dec. 4, 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  263. Jackson County jury convicts Blue Springs man in 2016 shooting of former girlfriend

    A Jackson County jury on Thursday convicted Jose F. Hernandez of multiple felony charges in connection with the 2016 shooting of his former girlfriend, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  264. Charges filed against Brit Reid for driving while intoxicated and causing crash near Arrowhead

    A criminal charge of driving while intoxicated resulting in a vehicular crash near Arrowhead Stadium, severely injuring a 5-year-old girl, was filed today against former Chiefs coach Brit Reid, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  265. KC man, 23, charged in fatal shooting of two on April 1, 2021, in KC

    A 23-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the double fatal shooting at 68th and Walrond in Kansas City on April 1, 2021, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  266. Jackson County jury convicts Curtis Lee in the murder in Independence of his father

    A Jackson County jury on Thursday convicted Curtis Lee of Murder in the 1st Degree for fatally stabbing his father in his Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  267. KC man, 28, charged in August 2020 fatal shooting at 46th and Indiana in KC

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the August 3, 2020, fatal shooting of Antony Taylor near 46th and Indiana in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  268. KC man charged in machete assault at homeless camp at City Hall

    A Kansas City man has been charged for an attack of another man at the City Hall homeless camp on April 5, 2021, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  269. Jackson County jury convicts man of Murder 1st Degree in June 2017 homicide

    A Jackson County jury on Tuesday convicted a Kansas City in the 2017 fatal strangling of 24-year-old Ashley Geddes, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  270. Lee's Summit man charged in DWI death of Kevin Daniels on U.S. Highway 50 in March

    A Lee's Summit man, 34, faces felony charge for driving the wrong way while intoxicated, resulting in the death of Kevin Daniels on US 50 Highway in Lee's Summit on March 6, 2021, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  271. Johnson County, KS, man charged in Raytown murder of one woman, wounding of another

    Johnson County, Kan, man, 26, charged in fatal shooting early Thursday of woman in Raytown, wounding of a second woman, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  272. Jackson County judge sentences former sheriff's deputy to 180 days jail shock time

    A Jackson County judge sentenced Thursday a former Jackson County sheriff's deputy to 180 days in jail as shock time for shooting a woman in the back after attempting to arrest the woman, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  273. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office announces new search site for all criminal cases

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office today debuted a new search function that allows the public to check on all criminal case filings in a variety of ways, including charge type and year, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  274. Blue Springs man, 20, charged in Independence fatal shooting Tuesday at Quik Trip

    A 20-year-old Blue Springs man has been charged in connection with the Tuesday evening fatal shooting of Xavier at an Independence Quik Trip on U.S. 24 Highway, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  275. KC man, 40, charged in death of girlfriend's 4-month-old grandchild

    A 40-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the homicide of a nearly 4-month old child who suffered mutliple skull fractures and other trauma-related injuries, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  276. Jackson County grand jury indicts police officer related to Country Club Plaza protest assault

    A Jackson County grand jury has indicted a Kansas City police officer who sprayed a juvenile in the face during the Country Club Plaza protests May 30, 2020, in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  277. Second man charged in fatal shooting early Monday at Independence hotel

    A second man has been charged in the fatal shooting early Monday of Tomas Galvan inside an Independence hotel, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  278. Independence man charged in fatal shooting on Monday in Independence motel

    An Independence man, 26, has been charged in connection with an early morning fatal shooting on Monday at an Independence hotel, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  279. KC North man charged in January shooting incident at Missouri Highway Patrol

    A Kansas City North man faces felony charges after he discharged an assault rifle at the Missouri Highway Patrol's Troop A Headquarters in Lee's Summit and pointed the weapon in a threatening way, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  280. KC man sentenced to 20 years in prison for murder of Brandy K. Helbock-Castaneda

    A Kansas City man will serve 20 years in prison after he was found guilty of Murder 2nd Degree in connection to the fatal beating of Brandy K. Helbock-Castaneda in late 2015 or early 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  281. Jackson County Prosecutor's Office completes review of March 2020 officer-involved fatal shooting

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office releases findings in its review of the March 2020 fatal shooting of Donnie Sanders by a Kansas City police officer near 52nd and Wabash in Kansas City. Read more...
  282. Two Kansas City men charged in connection with fatal Blue Springs shooting

    Two Kansas City men have been charged in connection with a fatal shooting of Gregory B. Marchand on Friday in Blue Springs, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  283. Independence woman, 24, charged in fatal shooting in Raytown early today

    A 24-year-old Independence woman has been charged in the fatal shooting earlier today of Mitchell T Wright in a Raytown apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  284. KC man, 32, charged in fatal shooting Wednesday on W. Pennway Terrace

    A 32-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting Wednesday of Khasheme Strother, 35, in a residence at 1900 W. Pennway Terrace, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  285. Murder charges filed in fatal shooting of Marcus Haislip III, 3, in 2017

    Nearly four years after the fatal shooting, murder charges are filed in the homicide of 3-year-old Marcus Haislip III who was shot in May 2017 near 54th and Park, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  286. Media Advisory: Virtual press conference at noon today on new Jackson County murder charges

    Media Advisory: Press conference set for noon today with Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker, ATF Special Agent in Charge Fred Winston and the Kansas City Police Department about new charges in a 2017 murder Read more...
  287. Blue Summit woman, 27, charged in fatal shooting of Zachary Jewell

    Blue Summit woman, 27, charged in fatal shooting of Zachary Jewell on Friday evening, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  288. KC man, 68, charged in stabbing of his sister in KC residence

    A Kansas City man, 68, has been charged in the fatal stabbing of his sister in his Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  289. A 30-year-old KC woman charged in fatal Sunday shooting in KC

    A 30-year-old Kansas City woman has been charged in the fatal shooting last Sunday of Charles Harris inside a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  290. KC man, 53, charged in Jan. 26, 2021, fatal shooting near 29th and Indiana

    A 53-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Blakey on Jan. 26, 2021 in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  291. KC man charged in 2016 fatal shooting of Brandon Johnson in Sept. 2016 in KC

    A 35-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Brandon Johnson on Sept. 2, 2016 near 28th and Mersington in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  292. A KC 38-year-old man charged in Feb. 4 fatal shooting of man and wounding of woman

    An 38-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Feb. 4 of Dionte Harris and the wounding by gunshot of another victim, a woman, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  293. DAs in Tampa and Kansas City make a friendly Super Bowl wager spotlighting social justice

    DAs in Tampa and Kansas City make a friendly wager on Super Bowl outcome that highlights social justice, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  294. KC man charged for assault after firing shot inside residence at KC police

    Concerned about a girl's welfare, Kansas City police followed blood into a man's residence, where he fired a shot at and struggled with police officers before being taken into custody, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  295. KC man, suspected of property thefts, charged for shooting at police

    A 39-year-old Kansas City man suspected in multiple property crimes on Thursday faces multiple felony charges for fleeing from police at high speeds and firing a weapon at police officers, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  296. KC man charged in fatal attacks, stabbings of aunt and uncle in Raytown

    A 29-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the Jan. 13, 2021, fatal attacks and stabbings of his aunt and uncle in Raytown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  297. KC man, 27, charged in fatal shooting of apparent stranger walking home at night

    A 27-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting in November 2019 of a man, David Como, as he walked home from his bus stop in the evening, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  298. Keith J. Hernandez, 22, charged in Dec. 4, 2020, fatal shooting in KC

    Keith J. Hernandez, 22, faces multiple felony counts in connection with the Dec. 4, 2020, fatal shooting of Devonta Dunson in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  299. Popular music artist Trey Songz released while further investigation continues

    Popular music artist Trey Songz was released early Monday from custody as an investigation into his arrest Sunday night during the Kansas City Chiefs game at Arrowhead in Kansas City continues, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  300. Jackson County sheriff's deputy pleads guilty in shooting in Kansas City in 2019

    A Jackson County sheriff's deputy has pleaded guilty to felony charges for the August 2019 shooting of a woman in the back after the deputy attempted to arrest her in Midtown KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  301. Murder 1st Degree charge filed in the fatal shooting on Jan. 12 of Linda Gantt

    Murder 1st Degree and other felony counts have been filed in connection with the Jan. 2, 2021, fatal shooting of Linda Gantt outside a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  302. KC man charged in rape of Independence woman, other sex crimes

    A 23-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with sex and other crimes including the Jan. 9, 2021, rape of an Independence woman after recently meeting her on the Internet, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  303. KC woman charged in Jan. 13, 2021, fatal shooting near Benton Boulevard in KC

    A Kansas City woman, 21, charged in fatal shooting near Benton Boulevard in Kansas City on Jan. 13, 2021, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  304. KC man charged in numerous burglaries, thefts in KC

    A Kansas City man has been charged in multiple KC burglaries and thefts, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  305. Former KC police sergeant hired by prosecutor for use of force, other reviews

    Prosecutor's Office hires longtime Kansas City Police Department sergeant for a new investigative job to examine police use-of-force incidents and wrongful criminal convictions, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  306. Grandview man faces charges for kidnapping, assault that led to standoff with police

    A Grandview man faces charges for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a victim before he's apprehended following a standoff with police, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  307. Criminal charges dismissed today against KC tow truck company owner

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office moves to dismiss multiple charges against a Kansas City tow truck company owner. Read more...
  308. KC man, 26, charged in September fatal shooting of man in Gregory Blvd. residence in KC

    A 26-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting in September 2020 of Elier Alejandro Pinon-Anchondo in a East Gregory Boulevard residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  309. Jackson County judge convicts Kevin O. Hurley in 2015 murder in KC

    A Jackson County judge has found Kevin O. Hurley in connection with the fatal beating in December 2015 of Brandy Castaneda, 42, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  310. High school coach accused of sexual crimes with student more than a decade ago

    A then-Holden High coach faces multiple felony counts because he allegedly had multiple sexual encounters with a high school student in 2003-2004, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  311. Grandview woman, 21, charged in fatal shooting of 19-year-old man during drug deal

    A Grandview, MO, 21-year-old woman has been charged in the fatal shooting of Matthew A Hill Jr., 19, after the woman acknowledged shooting the victim early Sunday during a drug deal, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  312. KC man, 28, charged in fatal shooting in KC last Friday

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Heath Morgan inside a residence in the area of 57th and Indiana Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  313. KC man, 19, charged in fatal shooting in south KC apartment

    A Kansas City man, 19, has been charged in the fatal shooting of Logan Shank inside a South Kansas City apartment on Wednesday evening, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  314. Independence man charged in fatal shooting Monday on Independence Avenue in KC

    A 28-year-old Independence man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Michelle P. Capell late Monday on Independence Avenue in Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  315. Northland man charged in shooting of 9-year-old near 40 Highway QuikTrip

    A 33-year-old Northland man has been charged in connection with the shooting of a 9-year-old child near a Quik Trip store on 40 Highway on Friday evening, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  316. Blue Springs man, 20, faces charges in fatal shooting of friend in Blue Springs

    A Blue Springs man, 20, has been charged in the fatal shooting Monday evening inside a Blue Springs McDonald's restaurant, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  317. KC man, 28, charged in fatal stabbing in KC on Thursday

    A Kansas City man, 38, has been charged in fatal stabbing in KC on Thursday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  318. Kansas City woman, 22, charged in hit-and-run that killed young woman crossing street

    A 22-year-old Kansas City woman has been charged in the hit-and-run of a pedestrian crossing the street near 43rd and Main Street in the early morning hours of June 21, 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  319. KC man pleads guilty to Felony Murder in fatal intoxicated crash in February 2020

    A Kansas City man who fled from police and crashed into a vehicle at 47th and Raytown Road, killing the driver and injuring a 3-year-old passenger, was sentenced Monday to 18 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  320. Jackson County jury convicts Eric McMillon in KC child sex case

    A Jackson County jury on Friday convicted Eric McMillon of multiple charges in connection with sexual assaults involving a minor child, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  321. KCK man charged in fatal shootings of two persons in gas station parking lot

    A 27-year-old Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged in the fatal shootings of two persons Thursday in a Kansas City gas station parking lot, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  322. KC man, 28, charged in fatal stabbing in KC on Thursday

    A Kansas City man, 38, has been charged in fatal stabbing in KC on Thursday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  323. Jackson County judge sentences Curtrail Hudson to 26 years in prison

    A Jackson County judge on Thursday sentenced to 26 years in prison Curtrail Hudson, convicted of murder, assault and other charges in connection with shootings in Kansas City in August 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  324. Jackson County Prosecutor announces new federal grant and its impact

    Statement today from Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker on new federal grant and the impact of data analysis on future directions. Read more...
  325. Newly approved diversion opportunity for non-violent offenders announced

    The Jackson County Legislature on Monday approved funding for NewStart 2020, about $67,000 for an estimated 60 individuals accused of low-level crimes like drug possession. This is first pre-file diversion program ever initiated in Jackson County. Read more...
  326. Jackson County jury convicts defendant in February 2019 homicide in Downtown KC

    A Jackson County jury has found a Kansas City man guilty in the February 2019 fatal shooting near 17th and Grand of Michael Bryan, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  327. Law enforcement join with community for new violence-reduction effort in Raytown

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker, Raytown Police Chief Robert Kuehl and numerous community leaders launched a new violence-reduction program, called Raytown United, at a press conference in Raytown today. Read more...
  328. Press conference at 1 p.m. today about new violence-reduction program in Raytown

    Raytown Police Chief Robert Kuehl will join Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker and community leaders to detail today at 1 p.m. a new violence-reduction program for Raytown, MO. Read more...
  329. Charges filed in fatal shooting this week at McDonald's in south KC

    Murder charge filed in fatal shooting this week at McDonald's in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  330. Prosecutor's Office to monitor polls Nov. 3 for voting irregularities

    The Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office will monitor polls Nov. 3, 2020, for any voting irregularities in the General election, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  331. KC man, 32, charged in rape and domestic abuse before fleeing police

    A 32-year-old Kansas City man, who later later was shot by a police officer following a chase, has been charged in connection with a sexual assault and domestic abuse involving his girlfriend, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  332. KC man charged in fatal shooting Thursday of Keva Hill near 59th and Agnes

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting yesterday of Keva Hill in a residence near 59th and Agnes in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  333. KC man, 30, charged in fatal shooting of Daisy Martinez on Southwest Boulevard

    A 30-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Daisy Martinez, who was at a Mexican celebration day on Sept. 16 on Southwest Boulevard, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  334. KC man, 27, charged in connection with shots fired in Westport early Sunday

    A 27-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with firing shots at a vehicle in a parking lot in the Westport area of Kansas City about 2 a.m. Sunday morning, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  335. Kansas City, Kan., man charged in attempted shooting near Arrowhead Stadium

    A Kansas City, Kan., man faces felony charges after he attempted to shoot at a KC Royals employee at the stadium complex, delaying start of Royals game on Saturday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  336. A Kansas City teen is the third person charged in a fatal Raytown shooting in August

    A third co-defendant has been charged in the Aug. 10, 2020, fatal shooting of Lucas Jester during a "drug deal gone bad" in Raytown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  337. Lee's Summit teen charged in fatal shooting in August in Raytown

    A second defendant, a Lee’s Summit teen, has been charged in the fatal shooting of Lucas Jester in August in Raytown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  338. KC man, 38, charged in fatal shooting at 49th and Paseo on Aug. 30

    A 38-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the Aug. 30 fatal shooting of Andrew Dickie in the 4900 block of Paseo in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  339. Second defendant charged in fatal shooting in Independence

    A second defendant has been charged with Murder 2nd Degree in connection with a fatal shooting in Independence on Aug. 13, 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  340. KC man charged in Aug. 13 fatal shooting of Shonay Persinger in Independence

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the Aug. 13. fatal shooting of Shonay Persinger in an Independence residences, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  341. Jackson County judge convicts security guard in fatal shooting outside KC club

    A Jackson County judge has found a former security guard guilty of Murder 2nd Degree in the fatal shooting of Kevin Thomas outside the Yum Yum Club on Kansas City's Eastside, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  342. Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor to hold press conference at 4 p.m.

    Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker will hold a press conference at 4 p.m. today. It will be held in the lobby of the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office, 11th floor,Jackson County Courthouse Downtown, 415 E. 12th Street. Read more...
  343. Jackson County grand jury indicts KC police sergeant for excessive force on 15-year-old

    A Jackson County grand jury has indicted a Kansas City police sergeant for Assault 3rd degree, a felony, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today at a Kansas City press conference. Read more...
  344. Kansas City 19-year-old charged in fatal shooting near 12th and Lawndale this month

    A Kansas City man, 19, has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on Aug. 1 of Michael W. Brown in front of a residence near 12th and Lawndale in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  345. KC man charged in fatal shooting of his wife, Kimah McDonald, in Independence

    A 63-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of his wife, Kimah McDonald, on Sunday evening in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  346. Grandview man, 22, charged in fatal shooting of Chieyene Wallis on July 24, 2020, in KC

    A Grandview man, 22, has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Chieyene Wallis on July 24, 2020, in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  347. KC man charged in July 31 fatal stabbing of Larry Dickerson near Linwood and Benton boulevards

    KC man, 39, charged in the fatal stabbing of Larry Dickerson on July 31 outside residential building near Linwood and Benton boulevards, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  348. KC man charged in Raytown homicide described as drug deal gone bad

    A 19-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Lucas Jester in incident described as drug deal gone bad, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  349. Media Advisory: Press Conference today at 4 p.m. in Jackson County Courthouse

    The Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker will hold a press conference today at 4 p.m. in the Jackson County Courthouse Downtown. Read more...
  350. Daughter of slain KC woman charged in her mother's death

    The 20-year-old daughter of Stacey M. Bell, who was found stabbed to death in her south Kansas City home on Aug. 9, 2020, has been charged in her mother's murder, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  351. KC man, 22, charged in fatal shooting of 4-year-old Legend as he slept

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of 4-year-old Legend M. Taliferro, who was asleep at home June 29, when a shot came into his residence and struck him, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  352. Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker calls effort for concurrent jurisdiction political and dangerous

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issues a statement today calling the efforts by the Missouri Governor and Attorney General to win concurrent jurisdiction in St. Louis a political ploy and a dangerous concept. Read more...
  353. KC man charged in double homicide Saturday evening in residence backyard on East 47th Terrace

    A Kansas City man, 40, has been charged in the fatal shooting of two men in the backyard of a Kansas City residence Saturday evening on East 47th Terrace, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  354. Jackson County judge sentences Ahmed Aden for killing 15-year-old Somali outside KC mosque

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced Ahmed Aden, 40, to 40 years in prison for killing a 15-year-old Somali boy outside a Kansas City mosque in December 2014, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  355. KC man charged in July 2019 fatal shooting of Corey Robinson near 57th and McGee in KC

    A 29-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Corey Robinson on July 9, 2019, in a park near 57th and McGee in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  356. Prosecutor's Office to monitor polls on Tuesday for voting irregularities

    The Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office will monitor polls on Tuesday (Aug. 4, 2020) for any voting irregularities in the Missouri Primary election, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  357. KC man charged in fatal shooting of Briana Johnson inside a KC residence on Sunday

    A Kansas City man, 27, faces several felony charges in connection with the fatal shooting of his girlfriend Briana Johnson inside a Kansas City residence on Sunday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  358. KC man, passenger in vehicle, charged in fatal shooting on July 22 of driver Lodillar Styles

    A Kansas City man, 38, has been charged in the July 22 fatal shooting of Lodillar Styles, who a witness said had driven the defendant to a residence when the defendant suddenly shot him in the head, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced.. Read more...
  359. Lee's Summit man charged in apparent road rage incident last nigh on Interstate 470

    Lee’s Summit man charged with shooting on Interstate 470 at vehicles and drivers after apparent driving incident, possibly road rage, involving another driver, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  360. Two Kansas City men charged in fatal shooting at Independence convenience store on July 27

    Two Kansas City men have been charged in the fatal shooting on July 27, 2020, at an Independence convenience store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  361. Kansas City man charged in the fatal June beating of man in KC Northeast

    A 42-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the June 15, 2020, fatal beating of Hoang Dinh in the Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  362. Independence man charged in fatal shooting on Sunday of his wife

    An Independence man, 41, has been charged in the fatal shooting Sunday of his wife, Daina M. Smith, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  363. KC man, 38, charged in fatal shooting woman riding on Red Bridge Road in an ATV on July 1

    A 38-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman as she drove an ATV on Red Bridge Road in Kansas City on July 1, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  364. Kansas City man charged in March 2020 fatal shooting outside Prospect convenience store

    A 44-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting in March 2020 of Frederick Outley outside a Kansas City convenience store near 9th and Prospect Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  365. Two KCPD officers now face felony charges for using excessive force in 2019 arrest

    A Jackson County grand jury today indicted two Kansas City police officers for felony assault after they used excessive force in arresting a citizen on a Kansas City sidewalk in May 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  366. Lee's Summit man charged in fatal shooting Thursday night in Independence

    A Lee's Summit man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Matthew Bland-Williams outside an Independence, MO, residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  367. Kansas City man charged in fatal shooting of pregnant woman walking with stroller

    A 19-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a pregnant woman who was walking Monday with a 1-year-old in a stroller near 27th and Van Brunt Boulevard, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  368. Kansas City, Kan., man charged in fatal shooting at 85th and Woodland

    A 40-year-old Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged in the fatal shooting last weekend in the parking lot of a convenience store at 85th and Woodland in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  369. Protester charged in assault of a law enforcement officer at KCPD headquarters

    A 23-year-old protester from Lawrence, Kan., has been charged in the assault of a law enforcement officer Friday night at KCPD police headquarters, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  370. Former KCPD officer sentenced to probation and time in a county jail

    Former KCPD officer sentenced to probation and 120 days in a county jail for vehicular fatality outside Arrowhead Stadium in October 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  371. Blue Springs dispatcher charged in illegal use of official law enforcement information

    A Blue Springs Police Department dispatcher has been charged with misusing official law enforcement information, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  372. KCK man charged in fatal shooting Thursday night at 35th and Prospect Avenue

    A 29-year-old Kansas City, KS, man has been charged with Murder 1st Degree in the fatal shooting on Thursday night at 35th and Prospect Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  373. Charges filed after woman shot in domestic assault in Raytown today

    A 47-year-old Independence, MO, man has been charged in the abduction and shooting of a woman in a domestic assault today in Raytown, MO, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  374. KC man charged in fatal shooting of Darren Marshall near 27th and Chestnut

    A 36-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on Wednesday evening of Darren Marshall, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  375. Two KC men, siblings, charged in fatal shooting this week in Ruskin

    Two Kansas City men, siblings, have been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Quindell Burrell in a city park in the Ruskin area of south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  376. KC man charged in shooting of KCPD officer and bus driver on Thursday

    A 25-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the shootings of a bus driver and a Kansas City (MO) Police officer on a city ATA bus in the Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  377. Two men charged in connection with shootings in Raytown on Tuesday evening

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man and a Grandview man have been charged in connection with the shootings that injured one and took the life of a 15-year-old in Raytown on Tuesday night, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  378. Former Harrisonville teacher charged with sexual contact with a high school student

    A former Harrisonville High School teacher has been charged with several felony counts for sexual activity with a high school student in the summer of 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  379. Columbia, MO, man charged in late January to early February fatal shooting in KC

    A Columbia, MO, man, 41, has been charged in the fatal shooting in Kansas City of Derrick Wallace in late January or early February 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  380. Charges filed against officer in December 2019 shooting of Cameron Lamb

    Charges filed in shooting of Cameron Lamb in his pickup truck in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  381. Prosecutor's Office to hold press conference this evening at 6 p.m.

    Prosecutor's Office to hold press conference this evening at the Jackson County Courthouse Downtown Read more...
  382. KC man charged charged in June 1 fatal shooting of Ivory R. Harris

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on June 1, 2020, in the common area of an apartment complex on E. 13th Street in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  383. Homeless woman charged in death of homeless man in May 2020

    A 48-year-old homeless woman has been charged in connection with the May 2020 stabbing death of Howard West, 46, who was found on a sidewalk in Northeast Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  384. KC man, 18, faces felony charges in connection with May 3 fatal shooting near 80th and Michigan

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man faces felony charges in connection with May 3 fatal shooting near 80th and Michigan, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  385. Statement on the KC Freedom Project rally today

    A statement from the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office on the KC Freedom Project rally today. Read more...
  386. Angel Perea, 17, sentenced to 17 years in prison for murder of Fernando Perez, wounding of others

    A Jackson County judge on Tuesday sentenced Angel Perea, 17, to 17 years in prison for the murder of Fernando Perez and the wounding of two others in a Jan. 26, 2019 shooting, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  387. KC man, 31, charged in fatal shootings of two and wounding of two others in May 2020

    A 31-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of two men and the wounding of two others inside a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  388. KC man, 26, charged in fatal shooting at 41st and Troost Avenue on Sunday

    A 26-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Matthew Cox on Sunday evening outside an apartment near 41st and Troost Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  389. Michael Gullett charged in 2004 murder at homeless camp, the fourth connected to Gullett

    A man already convicted of murdering two other men in a homeless camp in Kansas City has been charged in the 2004 fatal beating of Steven Cassidy, whose remains were not identified until 2008, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  390. KC man charged in fatal shooting at CVS on 23rd Street in Independence

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Juan Hernandez at a CVS store on 23rd Street in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  391. New web page launched to report police officer misconduct, excessive force

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office has launched a new web page to accept submissions from the public of police misconduct or excessive use of force, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  392. An Independence man has been charged in the Downtown stabbing of police officer

    An Independence man who stabbed a Kansas City police office has been charged with 1st Degree Assault and Armed Criminal Action, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  393. Jackson County Prosecutor denounces city charging non-violent protesters

    It is clear many citizens are confused and believe the county prosecutor's office has filed charges against dozens of protesters who were arrested for minor offenses like walking in the street or stepping off a curb. These are city charges. Read more...
  394. Correction: Where to direct concerns about detained protesters

    Correction: Detention of arrested protesters are handled by city prosecutors and the Municipal Court. Please read if you wish to contact those city authorities. Read more...
  395. Kansas City man charged after he posts social media messages suggesting looting of Walmart

    A south Kansas City man has been charged with a misdemeanor after posting in social media the suggestion of looting Walmart in Raytown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  396. KC man, 22, charged in fatal shooting on May 31 in Kansas City

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with a fatal shooting Monday of Anthony Ford Jr., on May 31 in a Kansas City apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  397. Former KC police officer pleads guilty in fatal vehicular crash near Arrowhead in 2018

    A former Kansas City police officer who crashed into a vehicle killing one passenger in the car and injuring two others on Oct. 18, 2018, has pleaded guilty to four felony counts, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  398. Prosecutor's Office to monitor polls today for voting irregularities

    The Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office will monitor polls today for any voting irregularities in the General Municipal election on June 2, 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  399. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker calls for needed changes in justice system

    A statement from Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker on needed reforms in criminal justice system's handling of police use of force. Read more...
  400. Four persons charged in thefts from Plaza stores on Saturday night

    Three Kansas City residents and a Raytown, MO, man have been charged in connection with thefts from Plaza stores during protests there on Saturday night, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  401. Independence man, who flees from shooting, charged in crash that killed another driver

    A 22-year-old Independence man has been charged in connection with killing a driver Wednesday as he fled the scene of a shooting at a high rate of speed, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  402. Prosecutor's Office to monitor polls on Tuesday for voting irregularities

    The Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office will monitor polls next Tuesday for any voting irregularities in the General Municipal election on June 2, 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  403. Independence man sentenced to 30 years in prison shooting of his girlfriend

    An Independence man was sentenced Friday to 30 years in prison for the fatal shooting in 2020 of his girlfriend, Camry A. Alonzo, in her residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  404. Independence man charged in the fatal shooting of Derrick C. White in 2019

    An Independence man, currently in federal custody, has been charged in connection with the 2020 fatal shooting of Derrick C. White in 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  405. Independence teen charged in fatal shooting at Truman Road gas station

    An Independence teen has been charged in the fatal shooting of Jason Juszcyk outside a Truman Road gas station, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  406. KC man, 28, charged in double fatality vehicular accident in February

    A Kansas City man, 28, charged in connection with the deaths of two persons in a vehicular accident near 18th and Brooklyn in Kansas City in February 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  407. Two KCPD officers charged in excessive force case on KC sidewalk

    Two Kansas City police officers have been charged in connection with the use of excessive force during the arrest of a citizen outside a Kansas City beauty supply store on May 24, 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  408. KC man, 32, charged in the fatal shooting of woman at her KC home

    A 32-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the August 2019 fatal shooting of Sandrina C. Khan at a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  409. KC man, 43, charged in fatal shootings this week of two men in east Kansas City

    A 43-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shootings of two men in the early morning hours Wednesday in East Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  410. Two KC men charged in December 2016 shooting near Plaza Library

    Two Kansas City men, who are brothers, have been charged in connection with the December 2016 fatal shooting of Akheem Hobby in the parking garage near the Plaza Library in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  411. KCK man charged in the April 12 fatal shooting of Daniel Washington in KC

    A 33-year-old Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on April 12, 2020, of Daniel L. Washington near the area of 40th and Agnes in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  412. Kansas City woman charged with running man over with vehicle multiple times

    A Kansas City woman has been charged with attacking two persons on Saturday with a vehicle, killing one man after running him over multiple times, and injuring another person, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  413. Kansas City man charged in weekend fatal shooting of his wife at home

    A 34-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection to the fatal shooting on of his wife, Anna Velasquez, inside their Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  414. Oak Grove man, 28, charged in connection with 2019 fatal beating of KC man

    A 28-year-old Oak Grove man has been charged in connection with the fatal beating of a Kansas City man in mid-September 2019 , Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  415. Kansas City woman charged in fatal shooting of Blue Springs resident

    A 32-year-old Kansas City woman has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a Blue Springs' man in his residence, Jackson County . Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  416. Four KC men charged in July 1, 2017, fatal shootings of three Tulsa men

    Four Kansas City men have been indicted by a Jackson County grand jury in connection with the July 1, 2017 murders of three Tulsa men visiting Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  417. Kansas City man charged in shooting woman who was taking his vehicle

    A Kansas City man who earlier this month fired multiple shots at a woman who was driving off in his vehicle has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder, other charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  418. Second defendant charged in fatal KC burglary attempt earlier this month

    A second defendant has been charged in the fatal home theft attempt near 80th and Campbell on April 5, 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  419. Tow truck driver who fired shots at fleeing driver charged with multiple felonies

    A Kansas City tow truck driver who fired several shots at a fleeing driver has been charged with multiple felony counts, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  420. KC man charged in the fatal stabbing, robbery of man in KC park

    A 36-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in a fatal attack in Blue Valley park that took the life of Felipe Carrillo, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  421. KC man, 24, faces Murder 2nd Degree, other felony charges in early-Sunday fatal shooting

    A Kansas City man, 24, has been charged in the early-Sunday fatal shooting of Monrico Roseberry in an apartment near 80th and Campbell in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  422. Independence man, 18, charged in April 3 fatal shooting in Independence

    An 18-year-old Independence man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on April 3, 2020, of Nikolas Lampton outside an Independence apartment complex, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  423. Two other KCK men charged in late-February Westport shooting that killed one

    Two additional Kansas City, Kan., men have been charged in connection with the late-February fatal shooting in the Westport entertainment district, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  424. Woman charged in fatal daytime shooting oustside KCPD's Central Patrol in late February

    A Kansas City woman has been charged in connection with the fatal daytime shooting of Devon Nolan just outside KCPD's Central Patrol in late February, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  425. KC man, 47, charged in March 13 fatal shooting of Stacey R. Witherspoon

    A 47-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the March 13, 2020, fatal shooting of Stacey R. Witherspoon in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  426. Jackson County Prosecutor announces actions related to COVID-19 crisis

    The Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office, in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, announced today that we would initiate actions to reduce the impacts of this crisis on the criminal justice system, including the Jackson County Detention Center. Read more...
  427. Second defendant charged in Westport shootings that took life of 17-year-old

    A second defendant has been charged in connection with the shootings in the Westport area of Kansas City in the early morning of Feb. 29, 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  428. Two Kansas City teens charged in March 4 fatal shooting at 10th and Brooklyn

    Two Kansas City teens, 17 and 18, have been charged in the fatal shooting early in the morning of March 4, 2020, in the area of 10th and Brooklyn, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  429. Prosecutor's Office to monitor polls on Tuesday for voting irregularities

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office will monitor polls on Tuesday for any voting irregularities in the Missouri Primary election, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  430. KC man sentenced to 22 years for the murder of Cornell Reed in December 2018

    A Kansas City man, 32, has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for the murder of Cornell Reed in a fatal December 2018 shooting in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  431. Jackson County Prosecutor releases 2019 annual report on office's activities and programs

    A 2019 Annual Report on the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office gives new statistics and stories about activities and programs in the office, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  432. KCK man, 25, charged in connection with Westport weekend shooting

    A Kansas City, Kan., man, 25, has been charged in connection with the shooting in the Westport area of Kansas City early Saturday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  433. Two men charged in 2017 fatal shooting of 16-year-old in Blue Springs

    Two Jackson County men, both 21, have been charged in the fatal shooting in December 2017 of Colby Stephenson outside a Blue Springs, MO, residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  434. KC man charged in October 2019 fatal shooting of Rayford Reed

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the October 2019 fatal shooting of Rayford E. Reed inside a residence in the area of 29th and Askew, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  435. KC man charged in injuring 3-week-old child in his sole care

    A Kansas City man who had sole care of a 3-week-old child has been charged in connection with the child's abuse, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  436. DWI, resisting charges filed in Wednesday night crash that injured woman and 3-year-old

    A Kansas City man has been charged with resisting arrest and DWI after he caused a crash that injured a driver in another vehicle and a 3-year-old in the vehicle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  437. Grandview man charged in kidnapping, assault, rape of women in KC

    A 39-year-old Grandview man faces a dozen felony counts in connection with the kidnapping, assault and raping of three female victims in 2019 and 2020 incidents, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  438. KC man charged in Nov. 6, 2019 fatal shooting of Michael K. Jones

    A Kansas City man faces charges in connection with the Nov. 6, 2019, fatal shooting of Michael K. Jones in the area of 53rd and Olive, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  439. Jackson County jury convicts KC man today in 2018 fatal shooting and assault

    A Jackson County jury on Monday convicted a Kansas City man on multiple felony charges in connection with shootings in South Kansas City in Aug. 2018 that killed one man and injured others, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  440. KCK man charged in car chase through secured Chiefs parade route

    A Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged in connection with the car chase with law enforcement vehicles through the secured Chiefs Celebration Parade on Wednesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  441. Lee's Summit woman, 75, charged in January bank robbery

    A 75-year-old Lee's Summit woman has been charged with stealing more than $750 from a Lee's Summit bank on Jan. 23, 2020, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  442. KC man, arrested in Iowa, faces charges in 2019 double murder here

    A Kansas City man faces charges in connection with the Sept. 10, 2019, fatal shooting of Dajuan M. Reese and Rance Burton in a residence in the 7900 block of Machester Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  443. KC man charged in fatal beating this week of his aunt

    A Kansas City man has been charged with beating his aunt to death in her home, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  444. KCK man pleads guilty in the murder in October 2017 of William Domann

    Defendant pleads guilty to five felony counts, including Murder 2nd Degree, and is sentenced to 25 years in prison in connection with the Domann murder in October 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  445. KC man charged in shooting of three persons on 56th Street Thursday night

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man faces multiple felony counts in connection with the shooting of three persons in the street in the area of 56th and Bellefontaine, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  446. Two KC men charged in Thursday fatal shooting of Andre D. Tolan in KC

    Two KC men have been charged in the fatal shooting of Andre D. Tolan, who was shot outside apartments in the area of 76th and Monroe, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  447. Jeffrey Moreland, already serving life without parole sentence, pleads to second murder

    Jeffrey Moreland, a former police officer already sentenced in Cass County to life without parole for a murder conviction, pleaded guilty today in the Oct. 29, 2010 murder of Nina Whitley, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  448. Second defendant charged in fatal shooting of Earl Finch III in his driveway

    A second defendant has been charged in the Jan. 5, 2020, fatal shooting of Earl Finch III in his driveay, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  449. Independence man charged in fatal shooting of Robiell Avilla

    A 21-year-old Independence is the second defendant charged in the fatal shooting of Robiell Avilla in a Kansas City residence on Sept. 21, 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  450. Murder charges filed in KC fatal shooting of Ricardo Ortiz in November

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Richardo Ortiz in November 2019 as he was walking his dog in his neighborhood, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  451. Jackson County judge sentences man who committed murder while on bond to 34 years

    A Jackson County judge on Friday sentenced a Pleasant Hill, MO, man to 34 years in a Missouri prison for fatally shooting a woman and injuring another while the defendant was out on bond, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  452. KC man charged in fatal shooting of wife in KC home where she was found Friday

    A 36-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Georgia Petsch, 38, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  453. KC man, 21, charged in fatal shooting of Deandre Chiney and wounding of 5-month-old

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Wednesday of Deandre Chiney and the wounding of a 5-month-old baby, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  454. KC man charged in Christmas Eve fatal shooting of Carter McCollum

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on Dec. 24, 2019, of Carter McCollum who was found outside a vehicle in the area of 72nd and Wabash in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  455. Two charged in Lee's Summit drive-by shootings into residences

    Two persons have been charged in a multiple drive-by shootings into residences in Lee's Summit and Blue Springs, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  456. KC 19-year-old charged in September 2019 fatal shooting of Robiell Avilla

    A 19-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Robiell Avilla during an attempted robbery in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  457. Jackson County jury convicts security guard in 2018 shooting near KC bar

    A Jackson County jury late Thursday convicted a security guard in the fatal shooting June 29, 2018 of Kevin Thomas near the Yum Yum Bar and Grill on 24th Street in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  458. KC man, 27, charged in fatal shooting of Brent Barnes and wounding of others in June

    A 27-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the murder of Brent Barnes and the wounding of others in a June 2019 shooting in the area of 84th and Paseo Boulevard in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  459. Former KC man, charged in New Orleans, now faces charges in 2004 sex assaults here

    An accused serial rapist linked by DNA to at least five sexual assaults of women in New Orleans now faces multiple felony charges here in connection with three sexual assaults, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  460. Independence man charged in fatal shooting during attempted burglary

    An Independence man has been charged with Murder 2nd Degree in connection with the fatal shooting of another man during an attempted burglary of an Independence apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  461. KC man charged in fatal shooting on Nov. 26 of Evelyn Frazier

    A Kansas City man, 28, faces multiple felony charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Evelyn M. Frazier and the wounding of another victim on Nov. 26, 2019, in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  462. KC man charged in Nov. 15 fatal shooting in outside south KC store

    A 31-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection to the fatal shooting on Nov. 15, 2019, of Gerald D. Berry outside a south Kansas City liquor store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  463. KC man charged in death of 2-month-old baby boy in his care

    A KC man has been charged in the August 2019 death of a 2-month-old child in his care in a KC residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  464. Grandview man faces charges in Saturday fatal shooting in KC

    A Grandview, MO, man has been charged in connection with a fatal shooting Saturday in the south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  465. Jackson County jury convicts Lee's Summit man of child-sex offenses, suggests 100-plus years

    A Jackson County jury has convicted a Lee's Summit man of multiple child-sex offenses and recommended more than 100 years in a sentences, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  466. Lee's Summit man charged with manslaughter in fatal vehicular crash in May

    A Lee's Summit man has been charged with Involuntary Manslaughter for causing the death of Sherman L. Thompson in a vehicular accident in Lee's Summit this May, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  467. Criminal charges filed against Mayor of Berkeley, MO

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker released the following statement regarding criminal charges filed today against the Mayor of Berkeley, MO. Read more...
  468. Murder charges filed in Independence fatal shooting in Thai restaurant

    A 25-year-old Lee's Summit man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting this weekend inside an Independence Thai restaurant, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  469. Jackson County jury convicts man in Independence murder of Sarah Simms

    A Jackson County jury on Friday convicted an man of murder and other felony charges in the 2018 fatal shooting of Sarah Simms, and the wounding of another victim, while defendant was on bond. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  470. KC man charged in death of man thrown from back of truck on Interstate 435

    A 20-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the death of Steve Norris, who was thrown from the back of a truck after the defendant attempted to drive away in the vehicle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  471. Jury convicts Independence man in multiple child-sex offenses with 13-year-old girl

    A Jackson County jury found James P. Dodd Jr., guilty of multiple child-sex felonies in connection with 2009 and 2010 crimes investigated by Kansas City police regarding atwo children, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  472. KC man sentenced to 20 years in prison for 2010 fatal shooting in KC

    Danzel Reese sentenced to 20 years in prison for 2010 fatal shooting of Lance W. Rutter during a robbery in the 3800 block of Baltimore in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  473. Two KC men charged in October shooting of Cortez Nash near 68th and Olive in KC

    A 19-year-old and an 18-year-old, both of Kansas City, face four felony counts in the fatal shooting in October of Cortez Nash and wounding of another man in the area of 68th and Olive, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  474. Media advisory: Prosecutor Office letter released about evidence in KC officer-involved shooting

    Media advisory: Prosecutor Office letter released about review of KC officer-involved shooting Read more...
  475. KC man charged in fatal vehicular crash at Interstates 470 and 49

    A Kansas City man has been charged with operating an motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and causing the death of Daniel Shafer in a Jan. 5, 2019, fatal vehicular accident in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  476. Jackson County Prosecutor's statement regarding murder case dismissal in Independence

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office released a statement regarding the dismissal of an Independence murder case Read more...
  477. Media Advisory: Jackson County COMBAT cleanup Tuesday near Central High

    Media Advisory: Jackson County COMBAT has organized a cleanup of trash and debris Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 10 am, near Central High. Read more...
  478. Grand jury ruling issued in May 26, 2019, officer-involved shooting in KC

    Grand jury rules in officer-involved fatal shooting in Kansas City in May 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  479. Daviune Minor sentenced to 87 years for child-sex convictions

    A Jackson County judge has ordered Daviune C. Minor, 34, to serve 87 years in a Missouri prison for repeated child sex convictions involving young children in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecuutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  480. Jackson County Jury convicts Charles V. Carter in Christmas Eve 2017 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County jury on Friday convicted Charles V. Carter in the Christmas Eve 2017 fatal shooting of Abdi Sanweyne as he was was walking home with his groceries, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  481. Arthur Norman sentenced to life in prison, plus 10 years, for 2016 rape conviction

    A Jackson County judge sentenced 59-year-old Arthur Norman Jr. to life in prison, plus 10 years, for his conviction in a 2016 rape in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  482. KC man and woman charged in triple homicide near 45th and South Benton on Thursday

    Charges have been filed against a Kansas City man and woman in conneciton with the fatal shooting of three people Thursday evening in the 4500 block of South Benton in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  483. A 29-year-old Raytown man charged in fatal shooting Sunday of Frankie Gilmore

    A 29-year-old Raytown man has been charged with knowingly causing the death of Frankie Gilmore on Sunday by shooting him at a residence in the 8800 block of East 85th Street in Raytown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  484. Lee's Summit man who dealt drugs to woman charged in her overdose death

    A Lee's Summit man has been charged with Murder 2nd Degree after he dealt drugs to a woman who died a short timie later as a result of overdosing on heroin and fentanyl, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  485. Anton Hunter sentenced to 25 years for 18-year-old Isabell Addison

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced Anton L. Hunter, 21, to 25 years in prison for the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old girl at a traffic signal at Blue Parkway and Cleveland in 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  486. Lee's Summit man charged with assault of KCPD officer

    A Lee's Summit man, prohibited from carrying a firearm, faces an Assault 2nd Degree felony charge for pulling a firearm on a KCPD officer then struggling with him, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  487. Jackson County sheriff's deputy charged in shooting of woman in KC

    A Jackson County sheriff's deputy faces felony assault charge in connection with her shooting of woman who ran after deputy attemped arrest her, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  488. KC man charged for driving at police with car, before police shot him

    A 46-year-old Kansas City man who drove a vehicle at police attempting to stop him has been charged with multiple felony counts in connection with the incident Thursday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  489. Jackson County jury convicts homeless man who stabbed two victims

    A Jackson County jury on Friday found Panom R. Gai, 50, guilty of multiple felony counts in connection with a 2017 fatal stabbing of a woman and the wounding of another person, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  490. KC man, 23, charged in fatal shooting Sept. 27 of John T. Wilson III

    A Kansas City man, 23, has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on Sept. 27, 2019, of John T. Wilson III inside his apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  491. Man who fired shot at vehicle in Independence, wounding child, is charged

    A Kansas City man who told police he fired a handgun at a vehicle, striking a child inside, has been charged with felony counts that carry up to a 30-year prison sentence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  492. Impaired KC wrong-way driver sentenced to 26 years in prison

    A Kansas City man who in November 2017 was driving the wrong way on U.S. 71 Highway, resulting in a collision that killed Laura and Ryan Humphrey was sentenced today to 26 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  493. Tow truck company operator faces 31 counts of forgery for widespread deceptive practices

    A Kansas City tow truck operator faces multiple felony forgery counts for a widespread scheme to illegally tow vehicles from Kansas City parking lots, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  494. Sugar Creek man charged with DWI after collision with Independence officer

    A 27-year-old Sugar Creek man has been charged with driving while intoxicated and causing a vehicular accident involving an Independence police motorcycle officer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  495. Kansas City man, 63, charged in beating that has left victim in a coma

    A 63-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with a beating that left the woman victim in a coma, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  496. Prosecutor and COMBAT's statement on BKD audit

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker and COMBAT Director Vince Ortega issued a statement this evening regarding a press statement made today by County Executive Frank White's office. Read more...
  497. Jerry Bausby sentenced to consecutive life sentences in death of daughter Daizsa

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced Jerry Bausby to consecutive life sentences in prison for the murder o fhis 18-year-old daughter, Daizsa Bausby, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  498. Juvenile certified to face charges as adult for Independence robbery

    An Independence teenager has been certified to face charges as an adult for the robbery and assault in June of a woman at the Bingham-Waggoner Estate in Independence, Jackson Count Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  499. Jackson County Prosecutor releases results of COMBAT audit

    Jackson County Prosecutor releases promised audit by independent CPA firm of COMBAT financial practices Read more...
  500. Defendant in Independence robbery that led to officer's injury is sentenced

    Defendant in the robbery that led to the shooting of an Indepdence police officer in March 2017 has been sentenced to 18 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  501. KC man, 29, charged in shooting near 43rd and Tracy on Sunday

    Kansas City man, 29, charged in fatal shooting of Robert D. Williams at KC Chiefs' game gathering near 43rd and Tracy on Sunday in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  502. KC man, 21, charged in Aug. 31 fatal shooting in south Kansas City park

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on Aug. 31, 2019, of Angela Banks in a south Kansas City park during a family cookout, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  503. KCPD officer charged with child pornography felonies

    A Kansas City (MO) Police Department officer has been charged with five felony counts in connection with possessing child pornography, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  504. Independence man found guilty of Murder 1st Degree in Dec. 2017 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County jury today found an Independence man guilty in fatal shooting of Teddis Burns-El in an Independence home, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  505. KC man sentenced to 22 years for robbery that ended in Independence officer's shooting

    A 30-year-old Kansas City man was sentenced today to 22 years in prison for his role in robbery that ended in Independence officer's shooting, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  506. Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor's statement in Ricky Kidd case

    Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker's statement regarding dismissal of the Ricky Kidd case 23 years after his conviction in the fatal shooting of two Kansas City men. Read more...
  507. KC man, 36, charged in fatal shooting of Damar L. West in Nov. 2018

    A 36-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the Nov. 12, 2018, fatal shooting of Damar L. West in the 700 block of East 30th in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  508. KC 18-year-old charged in murder near 26th and Lockridge on Aug. 27, 2019

    A Kansas City 18-year-old man faces multiple felony counts in connection with the Aug. 27 fatal shooting fo Issac Brown near 26th and Lockridge in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  509. KC man charged in fatal shooting Thursday near KC construction site

    A Kansas City man, 31, shot at three victims, killing one and wounding another, before witnesses said a police officer working nearby responded and fired at the armed man, wounding him, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  510. KC teen charged in the Aug. 25 fatal shooting of two men outside community center

    A 17-year-old Kansas Citian has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a man who was in a fight outside the Brush Creek Community Center on Aug. 25, 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  511. KC man, 20, charged in assault and shooting at girlfriend and others

    A Kansas City man, 20, who was on probation in other Jackson County felony cases, has been charged after witnesses said he shot at a girlfriend and her associates, wounding the woman, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  512. Grain Valley man charged with carrying loaded weapon onto Blue Springs school property

    A Grain Valley man, 19, has been charged in connection with his carrying of a loaded firearm onto property of the Blue Springs School District, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  513. Jackson County Family Support Amnesty Day nets money for children and wipes away warrants

    More than four dozen individuals took advantage last week of a special Amnesty Day in Jackson County Prosecutor's Family Support Division, re-engaging to help support their children, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  514. KC man charged in road rage-related assault

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with an assault connected to an apparent road rage incident, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  515. KC man, 23, charged in today's early morning homicide in south Kansas City

    A 23-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with today's early morning homicide in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  516. Independence man charged in beating death of his mother in residence

    A 38-year-old Independence man has been charged in the fatal beatingof his mother insider her residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  517. Jackson County jury convicts Nathan Hendricks in 2017 Independence homicide

    A Jackson County jury has convicted a Hermann, MO., man of multiple felony counts in connection with the 2017 fatal shooting of William Domann in his Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  518. Jackson County judge sentences Tyler Gates to 20 years in prison

    A Jackson County judge on Wednesday sentenced Tyler J. Gates of Independence to 20 years in prison for his role in the January 2018 fatal shooting of Matthew Haylock, 17, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  519. Media statement regarding DeKalb County rulling in Ricky Kidd case

    Media statement regarding DeKalb County rulling in Ricky Kidd case Read more...
  520. KC man pleads guilty to murder charge in 2018 shooting at 18th and Vine

    A Kansas City man, 24, pleads to charges in Sept. 8, 2018, fatal shooting of Gary Starr as he stood in line outside a club in the 18th and Vine area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  521. Three Kansas City men are in custody after being charged with Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer.

    Three Kansas City men are in custody after being charged with Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer after approximately 25 shots were fired at a KCPD uniformed officer in his marked patrol vehicle. Read more...
  522. KC man charged in July shootings that took one life, injured others

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with shooting three persons, one fatally, on July 20, 2019, in the Independence Avenue area of KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  523. Jackson County jury finds Danzel Reese guilty in connection with 2010 shooting of Lance Rutter

    A Jackson County jury convicted Danzel Reese of two felonies in connection with the 2010 fatal shooting of Lance W. Rutter during a robbery in the 3800 block of Baltimore in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  524. KC man charged in death of two other men, both struck with an axe

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the murders of Kevin Eugene Waters and Michael McLinn, who each died from axe wounds, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  525. Anton L. Hunter pleads guilty to the 2017 fatal shooting of Isabell Addison

    Anton L. Hunter pleaded guilty felony counts related to the fatal shooting of Isabell Addison, who was at Blue Parkway and Cleveland when she was shot in 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  526. Jackson County judge sentences Deandre Jackson to 26 years in prison

    Jackson County judge sentences Raytown man who killed one woman and wounded three others to 26 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  527. Independence man charged in sexual assaults of children in home he entered

    An Independence man who told police he had been drinking heavily has been charged with entering a stranger's home and molesting two boys under the age of 10, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
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    A KC teen charged in fatal shooting at First Friday event

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on Friday evening near 18th and Main that took the life of an innocent bystander, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  529. Media Advisory: Press conference at 3 p.m. today regarding Crossroads' shooting

    Media Advisory: Press conference at 3 p.m. today at KCPD headquarters regarding charges in Crossroads' shooting Read more...
  530. Kansas City couple charged in fatal shooting outside McDonald's in Independence

    A Kansas City couple has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting July 14 outside a fast-food restaurant on U.S. 40 Highway in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  531. KC man sentenced to life without parole for sodomy of disabled family member

    A Jackson County judge on Friday sentenced a Kansas City man to life without parole after a Jackson County jury in May convicted him of sodomy and incest, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  532. Day before arrest in fatal shooting, man linked to shooting near 39th and Toost Avenue

    The day before he was arrested for a fatal shooting near 31st and Van Brunt in Kansas City, a man shot another victim near 39th and Troost following earlier encounter in Gillham Park, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  533. Now-former KCPD officer charged in fatal vehicular crash just before October Chiefs game

    A now-former Kansas City police officer who crashed into a vehicle in October before the Kansas City Chiefs' game, killing one person and injuring others, faces manslaughter, other charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  534. Man shot by KC police charged with multiple felonies, including drug possession, resisting

    A 30-year-old KC man who was shot by KC police after he resisted arrest faces mutliple felony charges, including drug possession and resisting arrest, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  535. Former president of Raytown school board charged with theft of school funds

    The former president of the Raytown School Board, who resigned in May, faces a criminal charge of stealing Raytown school district funds while she was on the school board, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  536. Kansas City man charged in the murder of Brooklyn Lindsey

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the June 2019 murder of Brooklyn Lindsey, 32, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  537. Lee's Summit man, 18, charged with child sexual abuse surrounding daycare center.

    An 18 year-old Lee’s Summit man has been charged with sexual abuse at a Lee’s Summit daycare. Defendant’s mother, owner of the daycare, has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  538. Defendant pleads guilty to 2017 robbery of Billy Fowler, shooting of IPD Officer Wagstaff

    Donald Nussbaum pleaded guilty on July 15, 2019 to one count Robbery in the First Degree and one count Armed Criminal Action for the robbery of Billy Fowler. These events lead to the non-fatal shooting of Independence Police Officer Thomas Wagstaff. Read more...
  539. Jackson County jury convicts man in killing of his 18 year-old daughter.

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Jerry Bausby of Murder in the Second Degree, Sodomy in the First Degree, Incest, and Sexual Abuse in the First Degree in the 2016 killing of his 18 year-old daughter, Daizsa Bausby. Read more...
  540. KC woman, 39, sentenced to 15 years in vehicular killing of James A. Palmer.

    Prosecutors argued for sentencing in the case of State v. Riana S. Sanders on Friday, July 12, 2019. The defendant pleaded guilty to the Class C Felony of Involuntary Manslaughter in the First Degree on May 22, 2019 in the killing of James A. Palmer, 23. Read more...
  541. Defendant sentenced to 18 years in long unsolved 2004 KC homeless camp murder

    Michael Gullett was sentenced today to 18 years in prison for a long unsolved 2004 murder in a homeless camp in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  542. Charges filed in recent fatal shooting outside McDonald's on Van Brunt in KC

    A 40-year-old man with multiple felony convictions has been charged in the fatal shooting Monday of a man outside a McDonald's restaurant on Van Brunt Boulevard in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  543. KC man pleas guilty to beating Juan Marin to death in 2017

    A Kansas City man has pleaded guilty to the January 2017 murder of Juan Marin and was sentenced to 24 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  544. Blue Springs woman, driving wrong way on I-70, charged in vehicular death

    A Blue Springs woman who was driving the wrong way on Interstate 70 in Blue Springs on June 24 faces felony charges for driving while intoxicated and causing a crash that killed a woman, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  545. Jackson County jury convicts Reginald Jones Jr. in shooting outside grocery store

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Reginald Jones Jr. in connection with the December 2017 fatal shooting of a store employee at LP's Grocery in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  546. Two KC brothers sentenced in August 2017 murder of Michael Anthony High-Frump

    Two Kansas City brothers were sentenced today -- one to life in prison and the other to 20 years in prison -- for the August 2017 beating, stabbing and shooting of Michael Anthonly High Frump, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  547. Kansas City 16-year-old charged in fatal shooting and wounding of two others

    An Kansas City 16-year-old faces multiple felony counts in connection with a Jan. 26, 2019, shooting that took the life of Fernando Perez and wounded two others, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  548. Greenwood man charged in fatal shooting of girlfriend in her home

    A Greenwood man has been charged in the fatal shooting of his girlfriend, Kimberly Renee Alcorn, who was found Wednesday night by sheriff's deputies inside her residence in Greenwood, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  549. Kansas City charged in connection with fatal shooting of Joseph Mason

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the Jan. 11, 2019, fatal shooting of Joseph Mason inside a Kansas City apartment near 11th and Hardesty, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  550. KC man, 20, charged in serious assault of man who just got off Downtown bus

    A 20-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with the brutal beating of another man who just had stepped off a Downtown bus near 12th and Grand, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  551. Independence man charged in hit-and-run accident this month at 31st and Benton

    An Independence man faces two felony counts after a vehicle he was driving on Benton Boulevard this month lost control and struck the victim as she was trying to get into her parked vehicle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  552. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in 2018 fatal shooting of Bernice Brown

    A Jackson County jury has convicted Tyjuan K. Caldwell in the August 2018 fatal shooting of Bernice A Brown, who was found by police in the street in the 5000 block of Chestnut, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  553. KC man charged in fatal shooting this week at 41st and Monroe of Caprice Hardy

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting Tuesday of Caprice Hardy, who was found on the sidewalk in the 4100 block of Monroe Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  554. Nurse at Independence hospital charged in reported rape of patient

    Overland Park, Kan., man who works as a nurse at Independence hospital has been charged with the rape of a patient at the hospital, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  555. Jackson County Prosecutor to monitor today's city election

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office will monitor polls today for any voting irregularities, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  556. KC man charged in fatal shooting of Michael Lorthridge on Tuesday night in south KC

    A 44-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting this Tuesday evening of Michael Lorthridge and the wounding of one other person in south KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  557. Independence man found guilty in shooting of 17-year-old at Independence Center

    A Jackson County jury late Thursday found Tyler J. Gates of Independence guilty of Murder 2nd Degree for the Jan. 2018 fatal shooting of Matthew Haylock, 17, at an Independence parking lot, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  558. KC man sentenced to 21 years in prison for charges related to death of 1-year-old boy

    A Kansas City man was sentenced today to 21 years in a Missouri prison after he pleaded guilty to manslaughter and other charges related to causing the death of 16-month-old Messiah Henderson, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  559. Raytown man sentenced to 40 years in prison for sex assaults of child

    A Raytown man has been sentenced to 40 years in a Missouri prison after he pleaded guilty Friday to child-sex charges after telling police he had multiple sexual encounters with girl under 10, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  560. Grandview couple charged in death of man run over by a truck

    A Grandview couple faces multiple felony charges in connection with the death of Erick Mcdonough who Grandview detectives determined was intentionally run over in April by a truck, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  561. A Kansas City teen faces murder charges in connection with Jan. 2019 fatal shooting

    A 17-year-old Kansas City man faces felony charges in connection with the Jan. 6, 2019, fatal shooting of Arkests Grant, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  562. KC woman charged in fatal shooting Tuesday of Destiny Brooks in KC park

    A 29-year-old Kansas City woman has been charged in the fatal shooting Tuesday afternoon of Destiny Brooks in a park area near 11th and Prospect Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  563. Olathe man charged in assault of police officer at Jackson County Detention Center

    An Olathe man has been charged in connection with an assault Tuesday of an Independence police officer at the Jackson County Detention Center, Jackson County Prosecutor Read more...
  564. Two charged for the murder of alleged accomplice in robbery scheme

    Two would-be robbers in Kansas City face murder charges after their intended victim says he fired shots in self-defense, killing one of the robbers' accomplices, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  565. Ruskin High will be site of third community listening session in Jackson County

    A third community listening sessions for the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office and Jackson County COMBAT will be held Tuesday, June 11, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Ruskin High in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  566. Second community listening session set for Tuesday night in Independence

    A second in a series of community listening sessions planned by the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office and Jackson County COMBAT will be held Tuesday evening at Eastside Church in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  567. Deandre Jackson pleads guilty to fatal shooting and wounding of three others in 2016

    Deandre Jackson pleaded guilty today to 10 felony counts in connection with the 2016 fatal shooting in Kansas City of Maryanna Pennington and the wounding of three other women, Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  568. KC man charged in April 5 fatal shooting of Deontae Campbell

    A 25-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the April 5, 2019, fatal shooting of Deontae Campbell, 17, near 63rd and Paseo in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  569. Overland Park man sentenced to 30 years in prison for sexual assaults

    Damonte L. Likins-Osbey, 24, of Overland Park, Kan., was sentenced Friday to 30 years in a Missouri prison In connection with two October 2015 sexual assaults in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  570. Malik Chapple sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatal shooting in 2017

    A Jackson County judge late Friday sentenced Malik Chapple to 20 years in prison for the fatal shooting in 2017 of Travis Mills during a drug deal in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  571. Kansas City man charged in abuse of elderly man in KC care home

    A 29-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with seriously injuring an elderly man while he was a resident at a home care facility where the defendant worked, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  572. Independence teen charged in shooting and robbery in eastern Jackson County

    An Independence teenager has been charged in a March 2019 shooting and robbery that left the teen victim seriously injured by gunshot wounds, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  573. Daniel Wilson sentenced to 20 years in prison for May 2016 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County judge late Thursday sentenced Daniel Wilson to 20 years in a state prison for the fatal shooting in May 2016 of Tyrone London, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  574. Judge sentences Brandon Howell to five consecutive life sentences without parole

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced Brandon Howell to five consecutive life sentences for fatally beating and shooting five persons in their south Kansas City neighborhood in 2014, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  575. Jackson County judge convicts Arthur Norman in 2016 KC rape case

    A Jackson County judge on Monday found 58-year-old Arthur Norman Jr. guilty of Rape or Attempted Rape 1st Degree and Armed Criminal Action, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  576. Man charged with damaging police property after he runs into Lee's Summit Police station

    A Lee's Summit man has been charged after he drove drunk into the City of Lee's Summit's police headquarters building, causing more than $750 damage, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  577. Deepwater, MO., man charged in attempted robbery, assaults at Lee's Summit hotel

    A 19-year-old Deepwater, MO, man has been charged in connection with an attempted robbery and an armed assault of guests and employees at a Holiday Inn Express in Lee's Summit, MO, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  578. Jackson County Prosecutor, COMBAT listening sessions open tonight at Mohart

    A series of community listening sessions planned by the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office and Jackson County COMBAT kicks off tonight at the Mohart Multipurpose Center, 3200 Wayne Ave., Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  579. Liberty man charged in fatal shooting Friday in KC's Northeast area

    A 17-year-old Liberty man has been charged in connection with a fatal shooting of Charles Cecil early Friday in the Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  580. Jackson County sheriff's deputy pleads to careless and imprudent driving

    A Jackson County sheriff's deputy pleaded guilty Thursday to a careless driving misdemeanor in connection with a vehicular injury accident in May 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  581. Media Advisory: Holocaust survivor to address Jackson County Prosecutors, staff

    As a kickoff to the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office's annual training, Rachel Miller, a survivor of the Holocaust, will speak to prosecutors and staff Wednesday evening about her and her family's experience during this tragic period of world history. Read more...
  582. Oak Grove woman charged in March 2018 fatal shooting of Michael Fisher

    A 41-year-old Oak Grove woman has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Michael Fisher, whose body was found in the basement of a Kansas City residence in March 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  583. KC man charged in 2014 fatal shooting of Alfadil Sabil inside NE KC apartment

    A 30-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the May 2014 fatal shooting of Alfadil Sabil, who was found inside an apartment in the Northeast Kansas City after suffering many gunshot wounds, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  584. MEDIA ADVISORY: Prosecutor and COMBAT to hold community listening sessions

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office and COMBAT will host a series of "community listening" sessions beginning May 20. Sessions will be held throughout the county. Read more...
  585. Patrick Powell sentenced to life in prison for 2017 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County judge on Friday sentenced Patrick Powell to life in prison without parole for the 2017 fatal shooting of Rodney V. Thurber in a residence in the 4600 block of Tracy Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  586. Jackson County jury convicts KC man of sodomy and incest

    A Jackson County jury on Friday convicted a Kansas City man, who had a previous sex offense conviction, of Sodomy and Incest, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  587. Raytown man sentenced to 22 years in prison for 2017 Blue Springs murder

    A Raytown man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison in connection with the fatal shooting in November 2017 of Clinton Peckman outside a Blue Springs restaurant, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  588. Antoine Ellis sentenced to life plus life sentences for rape of child

    A Jackson County judge late Thursday sentenced Antoine L. Ellis to two life without parole sentences for his convictions in a sex case that involved a 13-year-old victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  589. KC man sentenced to 20 years after pleading guilty in fatal Westport shooting

    A Kansas City man, who pleaded guilty to Murder 2nd Degree in connection with the fatal shooting of Derrick Jones in October 2016 in Westport, was sentenced to 20 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  590. Judge sentences Joseph Gonsalez to 54 years in prison for fatal shooting of Elizabeth Richards

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced to 54 years in a Missouri prison Joseph Gonsalez, who was convicted in March in the fatal shooting in January 2018 of Elizabeth K. Richards, 19, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  591. Lee's Summit man charged in non-fatal shooting this week

    A 37-year-old Lee's Summit man faces felony charges in connection with the non-fatal shooting this week of another Lee's Summit man, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  592. KC teen duo now charged in second fatal shooting, that of 17-year-old Makayla Brooks

    Two Kansas City teens, 17 and 19, have been charged in a second fatal shooting, this time of 17-year-old Makayla Brooks, who was shot inside a Raytown residence in October 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  593. KC man charged in fatal shooting Wednesday night on Blue Ridge Boulevard

    A 26-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Wednesday night of a man inside a vehicle, which was recorded as the 45th homicide this year, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  594. KC man sentenced to life in prison for 2017 murder of his wife, Melissa Byers

    A Jackson County judge sentenced Benjamin Byers, 46, to life in prison for the murder of his wife whose body was found after a child told a school counselor she'd seen a dead body in her home, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  595. KC man sentenced to 18 years in prison for beating of his 6-month-old child

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced Joshua Sims, 27, to a prison sentence of 18 years for a beating of his six-month-old child that resulted in significant injuries, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  596. Blue Springs man, 25, charged in March 28 fatal shooting in KC

    A Blue Springs man, 25, faces multiple felony counts in connection to the fatal shooting on March 28 of Joseph Corum inside a residence in the 2400 block of Lister in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  597. KC woman charged in fatal stabbing of Ashley Thomas just outside KC home

    A 38-year-old Kansas City woman has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing in September 2018 of Ashley Thomas outside the defendant's residnece, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  598. Judge finds woman guilty in March 2018 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County judge has found Michelle Dunkin guilty in connection with the fatal shooting of Michael Fisher in March 2018 inside a KC residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  599. KC man charged in fatal shooting of Deron Ross on March 14 in KC

    A 18-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting on March 14 of Deron Ross near 53rd and Swope Parkway in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  600. Jackson County jury convicts Brandon Howell on all counts in South KC killings

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Brandon Howell of multiple felony counts, incluidng five Murder 1st degree charges, in connection with the fatal shooting of five persons in 2014, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  601. KC man, 27, charged in fatal stabbing of Ladajah Oliver on March 15 in KC

    A 27-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal stabbing around March 15, 2019 of Ladajah Oliver, whose body was found inside an apartment in the 6400 block of Manchester in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  602. Arkansas man sentenced to two life sentences in child rape case

    A 64-year-old Arkansas man has been sentenced to serve two life sentences for the statutory rape of his child in a Blue Springs residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  603. KC man charged in vehicular crash that killed man near Bannister and Wornall Road

    A 31-year-old KC man has been charged in connection with the fatal vehicular crash in September that killed David L. Cannon near Bannister and Wornall Road, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  604. Citation issued against Lee's Summit man who shined laser at QB Tom Brady

    A Lee's Summit man who shined a laser at opposing quarterback Tom Brady during a KC Chiefs' game in January has been cited for Disturbing the Peace, punishable by up to a year in jail, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  605. KC man, 25, charged in April 1 fatal shooting and wounding of another person in KC

    A 25-year-old Kansas City man faces murder and assault charges in connection with a April 1, 2019, fatal shooting that killed Michael Garrett and wounded another on 63rd Street in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  606. KC man sentenced to 22 years in prison for 2017 fatal stabbing

    A 26-year-old Kansas City man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for the 2017 fatal stabbing of Alton Hughes near Independence Avenue and Woodland in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  607. KC woman going wrong way on I-435 charged in crash early today that killed one

    A 34-year-old KC woman who was driving a vehicle in the wrong direction on Interstate 435 has been charged in connection with the vehicular crash early today that killed one person, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  608. Fourth person charged in fatal shooting outside Raytown pool hall

    A fourth person has been charged in the March 4 fatal shooting of Riley McCrackin outside a Raytown pool hall, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Mackenzie Hyatt, dob: 4/28/2001, faces a charge of Murder 2nd Degree.* Read more...
  609. KC man sentenced for the murder of Raymond C. Jones.

    Thomas Midgette, dob 9/12/1962, was sentenced today in Jackson County Circuit Court for the murder of Raymond C. Jones, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  610. 18-year-old woman charged in Independence fatal shooting on Sunday

    Independence woman, 18, charged in fatal shooting of Donald McIntosh Jr. inside an Independence residence Sunday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  611. KC man pleads guilty to 2017 murder at Northeast KC car wash

    A homeless Kansas City man has pleaded guilty to the fatal stabbing of Roderick Browning-Torrence in November 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  612. Convicted robber charged in multiple robberies of two Family Dollar stores

    A Kansas City man previously convicted of robbery has been charged with several felony charges in connection with multiple robberies of two KC Family Dollar stores, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  613. Two others charged in Raytown homicide outside pool hall in early March

    Two others have been charged in the fatal shooting of Riley McCracken outside a Raytown pool hall on March 4, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  614. Jackson County jury recommends up to 54 years in prison for Gonsalez

    A Jackson County jury today recommended prison sentences up to 54 years for Joseph Gonsalez, who was convicted late Monday in the fatal shooting in January 2018 of Elizabeth K. Richards, 19, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  615. Lee's Summit man, 49, charged in double homicide of ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend

    A 49-year-old Lee's Summit man has been charged in the double fatal shooting inside a Raytown apartment this morning, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  616. 19-year-old KC man charged in murder outside Raytown pool hall

    A Kansas City man, 19, has been charged in the fatal shooting of Riley McCracken outside a Raytown pool hall on March 4, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  617. Grandview man sentenced to six years in prison for summer 2018 Westport shooting

    A Grandview man was sentenced to six years in prison today for spraying gun shots in Westport one night in July 2018 and injuring two persons, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  618. Jackson County jury convicts KC man of Murder 1 in wife's fatal stabbing

    A Jackson County jury today convicted a Kansas City man in the 2017 murder of his wife, Melissa Byers, whose body was found in the basement of her residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  619. Jury convicts Patrick Powell in 2017 fatal shooting of Rodney Thurber

    A Jackson County jury on Thursday convicted Patrick Powell in the 2017 fatal shooting of Rodney V. Thurber in a residence in the 4600 block of Tracy Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  620. Independence man sentenced to prison for hiding gun used in murder

    A Jackson County jury on Thursday sentenced an Independence man to prison after they found him guilty of tampering with evidence in the June 2018 Independence homicide of Angela Green, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  621. Jackson County jury convicts Antoine Ellis in child-sex case

    A Jackson County jury late Tuesday convicted Antoine L. Ellis of three felony counts in a sex case that involved a 13-year-old victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  622. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announces availability of new 2018 Annual Report

    A 2018 Annual Report on the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office gives new statistics and stories about activities and programs in the office, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  623. Woman, 30, charged in sex case involving high school-age student

    An Independence School District employee has been charged with felony sex and pornography charges that involved an under-17-year-old, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  624. DNA on gun, wireless earbuds, other evidence lead to murder charge in KC

    Thanks, in part, to DNA testing of a gun grip and wireless earbuds found at the crime scene, a 30-year-old Lee's Summit man has been charged in the August 2018 fatal shooting of Cyrenaico Lange, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  625. Kansas City man sentenced to 40 years for crimes that resulted in officer's shooting

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced Joseph Wyatt, 30, to 40 years for a series of crimes in March 2017 that resulted in Independence Police Officer Tom Wagstaff severely injured by a gunshot, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  626. Three KC men charged in connection with shots fired at Saturday funeral

    Three KC men have been charged in connection with shots that were fired Saturday afternoon at the memorial service for a KC homicide victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  627. KC man, 45, convicted in May 2017 fatal stabbing

    A Jackson County jury on Thursday convicted Donnell Allen, 45, of the May 2017 fatal stabbing of Ali Griffin inside a residence near 49th and Agnes in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  628. KC man charged in fatal shooting last Sunday on KC Eastside

    KC man, 18, charged in fatal shooting on Feb. 17, 2019, of Lakeasha Taylor inside East 12th Terrace residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  629. KC man charged in 39th Street carjacking; another charged for resisting arrest

    A 36-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with a 39th Street carjacking on Feb. 15, 2019, while an accomplice is charged with resisting arrest, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  630. KC man charged in Feb. 5 fatal shooting at 17th and Grand Avenue

    A 42-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the Feb. 5, 2019, fatal shooting of Michael Bryan outside a convenience store near 17th and Grand Avenue in Downtown Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  631. Two women charged in Tuesday night's fatal shooting of 15-year-old girl

    Two Kansas City women, 18 and 21, face Murder 2nd Degree and other felony counts in connection with the fatal shooting Tuesday night of a 15-year-old girl outside Central HIgh School, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  632. KC man, 43, charged in 2018 fatal shooting of Donna McKeown

    A 43-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Donna McKeown on Nov. 25, 2018, in the 3400 block of East 54th Street, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  633. Murder charges filed in 2017 shooting of Harlon Dunbar in KC

    A 27-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting in October 2017 of Harlon Dunbar in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  634. Charges filed against son who stabbed father in Raytown

    A 29-year-old Raytown man faces felony charges for the stabbing of his father with a sword in a Raytown residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  635. Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor's Office sets up makeshift office Downtown

    Media Advisory: The Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office has set up a temporary office for its Downtown Kansas City attorneys and support staff inside Kansas City Police Department headquarters’ Community Room. Read more...
  636. Joshua Randolph sentenced to 45 years in prison for fatal August 2015 shooting

    A Jackson County judge Friday sentenced Joshua Randolph to 45 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Justin J. Bultler in August 2015, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  637. Blue Springs 17-year-old charged in fatal shooting of Jaden Lockett in November 2018

    A Blue Springs 17-year-old has ben charged in connection with the fatal shooting on Nov. 10, 2018 of Jayden Lockett, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  638. Westport shooter, who injured multiple victims, pleads guilty

    A Kansas City, Kan., man has pleaded guilty to six assaults and other felony counts in connection with a September 2016 in Westport, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  639. Shumate named new Deputy Director of Jackson County COMBAT

    Jackson County COMBAT will appoint as its new Deputy Director an experienced treatment and prevention specialist who also has worked extensively in community engagement here, COMBAT Director Vince Ortega announced today. Read more...
  640. Defendant Joseph L. Nelson pleads guilty in triple murder, tampering with a witness

    A Kansas City man, 26, has pleaded guilty in the murder of three persons, including a 1-year-old child, in a Kansas City residence in September 2015, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  641. William Luth sentenced to 30 years in prison for Independence rape

    William Luth pleaded guilty today to a February 2016 rape in Independence of a mother, who was home with a young child at the time of the assault, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  642. KC man, 23, charged in 2017 fatal shooting on Troost Avenue

    KC man, 23, charged in 2017 fatal shooting of Orlando Gentry on Troost Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  643. Another defendant sentenced to prison for murder of 3-year-old KC boy

    Another Kansas City man has been sentenced to prison in connection to the fatal shooting in May 2015 that claimed the life of 3-year-old Amorian Hale, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  644. Media Advisory: Statment from Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker

    Media Advisory: Statment from Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker Read more...
  645. Murder charges filed in parking lot shooting in Kansas City

    An altercation Monday in the parking lot of a Kansas City apartment complex led to fatal shooting of Cameron Douglas; now murder charges are filed for 21-year-old supsect, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  646. KC man charged in fatal shooting of woman, 71, driving near Downtown Loop on Wednesday

    A 25-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting of a 71-year-old woman who was driving near the Downtown Loop early Wednesday morning, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  647. KC man, 22, charged in fatal shooting on Jan.4 in south Kansas City

    A Kansas City man, 22, has been charged in the fatal shooting of Airrin T. Scott in the area of 80th and Troost Avenue in south Kansas City residence on Jan. 4, 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  648. Defendant charged in Midtown carjacking and resisting that prompted officer's firing of weapon

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the Sunday morning attempted robbery abd resisting arrest that resulted in an officer firing his weapon after the suspect grabbed an officer's weapon, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  649. Teen sentenced to consecutive life sentences in 2015 killing in Lee's Summit

    A Lee's Summit teenager was sentenced today to two consecutive sentences of life and 50 years in prison for the fatal stabbing in 2015 of Tanya L. Chamberlain at a Lee's Summit carwash, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  650. KC woman charged in fatal Jan. 2 stabbing of boyfriend

    A 52-year--old Kansas City woman has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of Tony L. Carmons on Jan. 2, 2019, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  651. Two KC men charged in fatal Dec. 22 shooting of Cornell A. Reed

    Two KC men have been charged in the Dec. 22 homicide of Cornell A. Reed in the area of 55th and Prospect Avenue after a liquor store argument involving the victim and the two defendants, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  652. KC man, 31, charged and arrested in Statutory Sodomy of step-daughter

    Matthew Fryer, 31, of Kansas City, Missouri was arrested on Statutory Sodomy and Child Pornography charges on Dec. 19. Read more...
  653. Greenwood man, 28, charged in Domestic Assault of infant daughter

    A Greenwood man has been charged in the assault of his infant daughter, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  654. KC man charged in the murder of Anthony Page

    KC man, 30, charged in murder of Anthony Page, in addition to kidnapping and assault. Read more...
  655. Kansas City man, 30, charged with Sodomy, Robbery in Kansas City

    A 30-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the armed residential robbery of a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  656. Defendant found guilty in 2017 robbery & kidnapping of 82-year-old Billy Fowler

    Joseph Wyatt, 29, was found guilty today in the robbery and kidnapping of 82-year-old Billy Fowler. Verdicts were handed down today in the case that also saw IPD Officer Tom Wagstaff suffer a gunshot wound while engaging the defendant during the crimes. Read more...
  657. Defendant pleads guilty in 2016 murder of Tyrone London

    A Kansas City man has pleaded guilty in the 2016 murder of Tyrone London, 27, of Kansas City, Missouri. Read more...
  658. Defendant sentenced in 2015 murder of 3-year-old Amorian Hale

    A Jackson County Judge sentenced Dominique Marchbanks today to 165 years plus a life sentence in the Missouri Department of Corrections for the 2015 murder of 3-year-old Amorian Hale. Read more...
  659. Media Advisory: The media's contact at the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office

    Media Advisory: The media's contact at the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office Read more...
  660. KC man, 23, charged in fatal shooting of Darian Jackson

    A 23-year old Kansas City man has been charged with the murder of Darian Jackson on Nov. 29, 2018 on Van Brunt Avenue in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  661. 17-year-old KC man charged in double shooting at Sun Fresh on Prospect

    KC man, 17, charged in double shooting on Sept. 3, 2018, at Sun Fresh on Prospect Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  662. Independence man, 26, charged with assault of a law enforcement officer in Oak Grove

    A 26-year-old Independence man has been charged with assault for causing physical injury to an Oak Grove police officer after a traffic stop on Interstate 70 in Oak Grove, Jackson County Proseuctor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  663. Murder charge filed against suspect who said he killed man trying to steal his vehicle

    A 24-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting this morning of Keith A. Michael in the parking lot of a south KC convenience store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  664. Mother and boyfriend charged in death on Nov. 16 of 2-year-old child

    The mother of a 2-year-old child and her boyfriend have been charged in connection with the child's death this month, which medical exams found was due to malnutrition, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  665. KC 19-year-old charged in fatal shooting of woman in Paseo residence

    A 19-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting in April 2018 of a 26-year-old woman inside her residence on Paseo in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  666. KC man, 22, charged in Febuary 2018 fatal shooting of Jacob Skowronski

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the February 4, 2018, fatal shooting of Jacob Skowronski, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  667. Suspect on bond for murder charged in Independence murder, assault

    A suspect on bond for a 2017 Independence murder has been charged in a murder, assault today in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced this evening. Read more...
  668. Murder charges filed in connection with woman's body found at Roanoke and Madison

    A Kansas City, Kan., man faces Murder 1st Degree charges in connection with the body of a deceased woman, Tabitha D. Birdsong, who was found this week near Roanoke and Madison in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  669. KC man pleads guilty in 2013 fatal stabbing of Corey Laykovich

    A Kansas City man has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in connection with the 2013 fatal stabbing of Corey Laykovich, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  670. After state vote, Jackson County Prosecutor changes policy on prosecuting marijuana

    After two of three voters in Missouri last week supported legalizing medical use of marijuana, the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office will no longer prosecute marijuana possession, with some exceptions. Read more...
  671. A 70-year-old Independence man charged in child-sex case

    A 70-year-old Independence man has been charged in a child sex case involving a 9-year-old victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  672. KCK man, 39, charged in shooting of three persons in SW Blvd club

    A 39-year-old Kansas City, Kan., man faces multiple felony charges in connection with the shooting of a woman and two men on Sept. 16, 2018, in a bar on Southwest Boulevard in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  673. Suspect in September fatal shooting of Dominique Walker charged with murder

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Sept. 27, 2018, of Dominique Walker, who was killed in the area of 21st and Wheeling, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  674. Prosecutor selects Vince Ortega as new director of Jackson County COMBAT

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today that she has selected Vince Ortega as the new director of Jackson County COMBAT. Read more...
  675. KC man charged in stealing taxi cabs from drivers called to residences in KC

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the robberies of four taxi cabs from their drivers, as well as a pizza delivery driver, when they were called to KC residences, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  676. KC 18-year-old charged in Raytown robbery of Family Dollar store

    A Kansas City 18-year-old has been charged in connection with a Raytown robbery of a Family Dollar store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  677. Independence 17-year-old who held gun to head of teen is charged

    An Independence 17-year-old has been charged with robbery in connection with the violent act of holding a gun to another teen's head, which was widely shared on social media, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  678. KC couple charged in connection with alleged sexual assaults, beating and drug use with children

    A Kansas City man faces charges of assault, both physical and sexual, of his children, drug use with them and child endangerment, while his wife faces charges related to the abuse, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  679. Judge finds Tony Mack guilty of murder of Leon Taylor in January 2018

    A Jackson County judge has found an 18-year-old Kansas City man guilty of several felonies in connection with the Jan. 28, 2018 fatal shooting of Leon Taylor, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  680. A KC man charged in fatal shooting in July 2017 of Charles Williams Jr.

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting in July 2017 of Charles Williams Jr, who was found deceased inside a residence in the 2500 block of Van Brunt Boulevard, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  681. Second KC teen charged in April 2018 murder and non-fatal shooting

    A 16-year-old Kansas Citian will stand trial as an adult in the fatal shooting of one and the wounding of another victim in an April 2018 violent crime in Kansas City's Northeast area, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  682. Jackson County judge declines to vacate murder conviction after finding prosecutors acted properly

    In a ruling released today in the murder case of Sylvester Roy Sisco II, the judge found no evidence to support defendant’s claim that prosecutors failed to provide a video to his attorneys in a viewable format. Read more...
  683. Jackson County Prosecutor names COMBAT director nomination committee

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker today announced that seven prominent Jackson County leaders will help to select a new executive director of Jackson County COMBAT, which aims to reduce the dangers of violence and illegal drugs. Read more...
  684. KC 18-year-old charged after hiding gun in Plaza shooting

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with Tampering with Physical Evidence after trying to hide gun following Plaza shooting, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  685. KC teen charged in fatal stabbing last Tuesday night of another KC teen

    A Kansas City teenage woman has been charged in the fatal stabbing late on Oct. 9, 2018, of Alaysia Nelson, 18, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  686. Man convicted of sexual assault after night in Westport sentenced to 35 years in prison

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced to 35 yers in a Missouri prison Derek Donnell, convicted in August of multiple felony counts related to a sexual assault following a night in Westport, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  687. KC man charged in Saturday fatal shooting near 9th and Olive

    A 24-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the Saturday fatal shooting of Jesse Young who was fatally shot on the steps of a residence in the 2300 block of 9th Street, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  688. Jackson County jury convicts Dominque Marchbanks in killing of 3-year-old

    A Jackson County jury this afternoon convicted Dominque Marchbanks of the 2015 fatal shooting of Amorian Hale, a 3-year-old who died in his bed after shots were fired into his residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  689. Suspect in three homicides faces 18 felony counts, including three murder charges

    A suspect in a violent Sunday rampage that resulted in the fatal shootings of three persons and injury of others, including a 4-year-old child, faces 18 felony counts, including murder charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  690. U.S. Sen. McCaskill applauds graduates in 150th Jackson County Drug Court class

    U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill, who helped initiate the first Drug Court in Jackson County, greeted and congratulated about two dozen new graduates of Jackson County Drug Court in a special ceremony Monday at the Jackson County Courthouse in Kansas City. Read more...
  691. Prosecutor issues charges on tampering with evidence and calls for community help at crime scenes

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issued a statement today on the need for the community to take more care in assisting police at crime scenes, and she announced charges related to alleged tampering with evidence at a recent homicide scene. Read more...
  692. KC man who fatally shot an off-duty police officer sentenced to 18 years in prison

    The Kansas City man charged in a fatal August 2017 Westpoort shooting that killed an off-duty police officer and injured another person was sentenced today to 18 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  693. Media Advisory: U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill to applaud 150th class of Jackson County Drug Court

    Media Advisory: U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill to applaud 150th class of Jackson County Drug Court at noon Monday, Oct. 8, at Jackson County Courthouse in Kansas City Read more...
  694. Second defendant named in fatal September shooting in Independence

    A 20-year-old Blue Springs man is the second defendant charged in the Sept. 18, 2018, fatal shooting of Mary Schmitz in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  695. Thu Hong Nguyen sentenced in Jackson County to 74 years in prison

    A Jackson County judge Friday sentenced Thu Hong Nguyen to 74 years in prison for setting a disastrous fire in 2015 that resulted in two firefighters' deaths and the injuring of two others, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  696. Antonio Miles sentenced to 25 years in prison for 2016 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County judge on Wednesday sentenced Antonio Miles, 43, to 25 years in a Missouri prison for the 2016 fatal shooting of James L. Hines, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  697. Oak Grove 18-year-old man charged in Tuesday fatal shooting of Mary Schmitz in Independence

    An Oak Grove man, 18, has been charged in the fatal shooting on Tuesday of Mary Schmitz and the wounding of another victim in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  698. KC man, 30, charged in the fatal shooting Aug. 25 of Raphael M Grimmett

    A 30-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the Aug. 25, 2018, fatal shooting of Raphael M. Grimmett, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  699. KC man, 23, charged in Sept. 8 fatal shooting in 18th and Vine area of KC

    A Kansas City man, 23, faces felony charges in connection with the Sept. 8, 2018, fatal shooting of Gary Starr as he stood in line outside a club in the 18th and Vine area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  700. Jury convicts Joshua Randolph in fatal shooting in August 2015

    A Jackson County jury on Friday convicted Joshua Randolph in the fatal shooting of Justin J. Bultler in August 2015, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  701. KC man charged with misdemeanor in animal abuse case involving a cat

    A south Kansas City man faces a misdemeanor animal abuse case in connection with a cat being kicked, which was captured on video and distributed via social media, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  702. Second Independence teen sentenced to 25 years in prison for 2016 murder

    A second Independence teen was sentenced today to 25 years in prison for the fatal shooting in 2016 of James Hill outside an Independence drug store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  703. Search for new director of Jackson County COMBAT begins

    The search for a new director of Jackson County COMBAT has begun with a job posting and a new partnership with UMKC leadership center, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today.. Read more...
  704. Fallen deputies and other officers to be honored by community in KCMO on Saturday

    The two Wyandotte County Sheriff's deputies who died in the line of duty earlier this year will be honored by a Kansas City community group, along with a KCMO police officer on Saturday. Read more...
  705. KC man, 27, charged in fleeing and assault of a law enforcement officer this week

    KC man, 27, charged in fleeing police and the assault of a law enforcement officer this week, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced tonight. Read more...
  706. KC man sentenced to 35 years in the fatal shooting of Rocky Bradley in 2016

    A Jackson County judge on Friday sentenced Terrance Blanks to 30 years in a Missouri state prison for his convictions related to the fatal shooting Aug. 24, 2016 of Rocky Bradley, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  707. Media Advisory: New Justice Department study on the prosecutor's role in reducing violent crime

    A newly released study from the U.S. Department of Justice explores how prosecutors in various communities, including Jackson County, work with police and community to reduce, investigate and prosecute violent crime. Read more...
  708. Independence man charged in fatal shooting last week of Christopher Cropp

    A 31-year-old Independence man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting last week of Christopher Cropp, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  709. KC man charged in 2017 fatal shooting of Charles Williams

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting in July 2017 of Charles Williams, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  710. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker's statement on judge's ruling on COMBAT

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker released today the following statement after a Jackson County judge late Friday ruled in a civil action involving the Jackson County Legislature and the Jackson County Executive regarding oversight of COMBAT. Read more...
  711. KCK man charged with driving off with KCPD police vehicle

    A Kansas City, Kan., man faces multiple felonies after he jumped into in a Kansas City, MO, police vehicle and fled from police on Tuesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  712. KC man and woman charged in robbery, kidnapping of another man

    A Kansas City man previously convicted of murder and a woman have been charged in the robbery and kidnapping of another man this week, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  713. KC man, 66, charged in fatal shooting of Morris Clay at 33rd and Wabash

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting Friday of Morris Clay, who witnesses saw stagger after being wounded off the front porch of a residence in the 3300 block of Wabash, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  714. Murder charges filed in October 2017 fatal shooting of Marco Green in KC

    Murder charges have been filed in connetion with the October 2017 fatal shooting of Marco Green in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  715. KC man, 22, pleads guilty to manslaughter in connection with 2017 NE KC crash

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter related to a 2017 fatal vehicular crash in Northeast Kansas City that killed a 35-year-old mother, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  716. KC man charged in the fatal shooting of three in KC residence in November

    A 27-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting in November 2017 of three persons -- Jennifer L. Zimmerman, Victor Portillo and Yesseria Ahumada, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  717. Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor's statment on Pennsylvania grand jury report

    Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker's statment on grand jury in Pennsylvania and calls here for further inquiry Read more...
  718. Police seek second defendant charged in fatal Aug. 6 shooting in Grandview

    A second defendant has been charged in the Aug. 6, 2018, fatal shooting in Grandview of Dennis Gordon, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Police ask for help in locating defendant. Read more...
  719. Kansas City man pleads guilty to manslaughter in death of bicyclist in 2016

    Joseph Lasala, 32, has been sentenced to up to 7 years in a Missouri prison after he pleaded guilty to manslaughter for being under the influence of a controlled substance when he fatally struck bicyclist Anthony Saluto with his vehicle. Read more...
  720. KC man charged in fatal vehicular crash in KC's Northeast area

    A Kansas City man has been charged with causing a fatal vehicular accident after he fled Saturday night from police at a high speed through residential streets in Northeast Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  721. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in Westport rape case

    A Jackson County jury late Friday convicted Derek Donnell of multiple felony counts related to a sexual assault following a night in Westport, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  722. Grandview man charged in Aug. 6 fatal shooting in Grandview

    A Grandview man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Monday in Grandview of Dennis Gordon, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  723. KC 17-year-old charged in Feb. 14, 2018, fatal shooting in KC

    A Kansas City teen, 17, has been charged as an adult in the Feb. 14, 2018, fatal shooting of David Willard inside a residence in th e 2600 block of Cleveland on Feb. 14, 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  724. Daughter, 15, charged in the murder of KC parents in April 2018

    A 15-year-old girl has been charged in connection with the fatal shootings of her parents, Kinderly Holmes and Brian Starr, in their Kansas City home on April 9, 2018, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  725. Three charged in gunfire case that resulted in police returning fire

    Three men have been charged with multiple felonies in connection with a weekend incident that resulted in shots being fired by police, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  726. Independence man sentenced to 15 years in prison for deaths of two boys

    An Independence man has pleaded guilty to two counts of Murder 2nd Degree and other charges related to a March 17, 2017 vehicular accident that resulted in the death of two boys, ages 6 and 10, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  727. KC teen faces multiple felony charges in fatal shooting and wounding of two others Wednesday

    A Kansas City teenager faces multiple felony charges in connection with the fatal shooting of one man and wounding of two other persons on Wednesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  728. KC man, 20, charged in fatal shooting Wednesday of Bernice Brown

    A 20-year-old Kansas City has been charged in the fatal shooting Wednesday of Bernice Brown after an argument between defendant and the victim's son, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  729. KC 17-year-old charged in fatal weekend stabbing death in south KC

    A 17-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal stabbing of Deandrea R. Vine, who was found deceased outside a South Kansas City residence after she had been stabbed mutliple times, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  730. Raytown man charged in multiple sex assaults of girl under 10

    A Raytown man has been charged with multiple felony child-sex charges after telling police he had multiple sexual encounters with girl under 10, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  731. KC man, 19, charged in fatal shooting Friday after traffic accident

    A Kansas City man, 19, has been charged in fatal shooting of Leonard Joyner III Friday after traffic accident on East 51st Street in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  732. KC teen charged in fatal KC shooting in April

    A Kansas City teen has been charged in the fatal KC shooting in April of Jesus Reyes, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  733. Independence man charged in sexual assault of 1-year-old child

    An Independence man has been charged in connection with a reported sexual assault of a 1-year-old girl, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  734. KC NoVA focuses efforts in Blue Hills area of Kansas City on Saturday

    Media Advisory: Partners in the Kansas City No Violence Alliance (KC NoVA), including law enforcement, prosecutors and community leaders, will canvas residences and businesses in the Blue Hills area of Kansas City on Saturday, beginning about 1:30 p.m. Read more...
  735. Thu Hong Nguyen convicted in the deaths of two Kansas City firefighters

    A Jackson County judge Monday found Thu Hong Nguyen guilty of multiple felony charges related to the Oct. 12, 2015, fire in Northeast Kansas City that killed firefighters Larry Leggio and John Mesh, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  736. Report on the 2018 KC Gun Summit, with video highlights

    Daylong conference on gun violence in Kansas City, the first planned in the nation, details the daily fears of living with gun violence, for students and community members, and new efforts to help trauma victims and reduce violence here. Read more...
  737. Markus Hayes sentenced to 15 years in prison for fatal shooting in 2017

    A Jackson County judge Friday sentenced Markus Hayes to 15 years in a Missouri prison for his role in the fatal shooting of Warren Jackson Jr. in January 2017 at 55th and Paseo in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  738. Independence man charged in fatal vehicular crash in February near Buckner

    An Independence man has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with a fatal vehicular crash in February near Buckner, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  739. Jackson County jury convicts defendant in 2016 fatal shooting of D'Adrian Bell

    A Jackson County jury late today convicted Brad Lindsey, 37, of Murder 1st Degree and other felony counts in connection with the 2016 fatal shooting of D'Adrian Bell, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  740. KCK man charged in June 30, 2018, fatal shooting of Stephanie C. Davis

    A KCK man has been charged in connection with the June 30, 2018, fatal shooting of Stephanie C. Davis, who was killed inisde a vehicle found near 9th and Chestnut, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  741. Security guards charged in fatal shooting of KC man near Yum Yum Bar and Grill

    Two security guards at Yum Yum Bar and Grill are charged in the June 29, 2018, fatal shooting of Kevin Thomas and a third guard is charged with tampering with evidence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  742. Mother of injured child now facing charges of child endangerment

    A mother of an injured Independence child now faces child-endangerment charges for failing to seek medical treatement and leaving child with another adult who allegedly beat the child, Jackson County Prosedcutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  743. Media Advisory: KC NoVA partnership to update Northeast community on crime-reduction successes there

    Media Advisory: The Kansas City No Violence Alliance brings residents together tonight at 7 p.m. to recap enforcement and community efforts to address violent crime in Northeast Kansas City. Read more...
  744. Grandview man, 24, faces felony charges after firing into Westport crowd of people

    A 24-year-old Grandview man faces multiple felonies after he reportedly fired shots into a crowd of people in Westport early today, while a second man also is charged, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  745. KC man charged in January 2018 fatal shooting near 69th and Kensington

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the January 22, 2018, fatal shooting of Matthew Suttee, 28, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  746. Independence man charged in 1-year-old child's severe beating

    An Independence man faces a felony child abuse charge in connection with serious physical injury suffered by a 1-year-old child, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  747. Grandview woman, 31, charged in shooting at Troost Avenue barber shop

    A Grandview woman who was working as a hair stylist in a barber shop on Troost Avenue has been charged in connection with the shooting of a customer inside the shop, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  748. Independence man, 28, charged in fatal shooting of Angela Green earlier this week

    A 28-year-old Independence man has been charged in the fatal shooting earlier this week of Angela Green inside an Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  749. KC man charged in fatal shooting last Saturday at 28th and Kensington in KC

    A 38-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting inside a residence in the 2800 block of Kensington in Kansas City last Saturday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  750. KC man, whose actions initiated an Amber Alert, charged with multiple felonies

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man, whose actions initiated an Amber Alert this weekend for a 15-year-old girl, has been charged with robbery and other felonies, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  751. Independence man, 19, charged in fatal shooting on Satuday in Independence

    A 19-year-old Independence man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Saturday of Cahoone Littlejohn in Independence convenience store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  752. Clarisa Baldwin sentenced to 23 years in prison for murder in 2016

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced Clarisa Baldwin to 23 years in prison for the murder in September 2016 of George Hamilton, dob: 7/29/1976. Read more...
  753. KC man charged in weekend homicide of 58-year-old woman in KC

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the weekend fatal beating of Jamie L. Abernathy in a Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  754. Jackson County jury convicts Ray A. Johnson in 2016 fatal shooting at Troost Ave. club

    A Jackson County jury this afternoon convicted Ray A. Johnson in the April 23, 2016, fatal shooting of Derrick Wren at a Troost Avenue club, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  755. Charges amended against defendant in shooting that last weekend left 4-year-old child injured

    Felony charges have been amended against defendant in shooting that last weekend wounded a 4-year-old child in a south Kansas City residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  756. Jackson County jury convicts Independence man in October 2016 fatal road rage shooting

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Christopher P. Taylor in the October 2016 fatal shooting on Sterling Avenue in Independence after an apparent road rage incident, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  757. KC man charged in 2016 homicide related to drug transaction

    A Kansas City has been charged in the 2016 fatal shooting of Marc Bivins, 25, who was found outside a Raytown Road residence in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  758. Cory King sentenced to life without parole for fatal Independence stabbing in 2016

    An Kansas City man was sentenced today to life without parole in prison for fatally stabbing Louise Dickey in 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  759. Suspect charged after two KC police officers injured in struggle with him

    A Kansas City man has been charged with assaulting two KCPD officers after he struggled with them and injured them, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  760. KC man, 35, says he opened fire on someone he thought shot at him earlier; 4 year old hurt

    A Kansas City man, 35, was charged with multiple felonies after he was captured on area surveillance video firing shots Saturday night in south Kansas City, leaving a 4-year-old child injured, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  761. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announces decision in Greitens case

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today that after a diligent review of evidence, she is declining to file further charges in the Eric Greitens case referred to her office last month. Read more...
  762. Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker to make statement on Greitens case

    Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker to make statement on Greitens case this afternoon at 3 p.m. in Kansas City. Read more...
  763. Media Advisory: U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill to address prosecutors meeting in KC

    Media Advisory: U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill to Address National Domestic Violence Prosecution Conference in Kansas City Read more...
  764. Teen charged in fatal Grandview shooting of 16-year-old Tyson White

    A Kansas City teenager has been charged in the fatal Grandview shooting of 16-year-old Tyson White, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  765. KC woman, 24, faces felony murder charge in multiple fatality vehicular wreck

    A Kansas City woman, 24, faces felony murder charge in multiple fatality vehicular wreck, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  766. Blue Springs woman charged in fatal shooting of Jordan S. Schiager

    A Blue Springs woman charged in fatal shooting of Jordan S. Schiager, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  767. Jackson County jury convicts husband, Vincente Roldan-Marron in fatal stabbing of wife

    Jackson County jury convicted today the husband, Vincente Roldan-Marron in fatal stabbing in January 2017 of wife and recommended life without parole, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  768. Media Advisory: Statement issued by Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker on Greitens case

    Media Advisory: Statement issued by Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker on the status of investigation of Gov. Greitens Read more...
  769. Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor's statement on Gov. Greitens' case appointment

    Media Advisory: Statement from Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker regarding the appointment of the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office as special prosecutor in the Gov. Greitens case in St. Louis. Read more...
  770. Blue Springs man charged in fatal shooting Wednesday at Blue Springs motel

    Blue Springs man charged in fatal shooting Wednesday at Blue Springs motel, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  771. Lee's Summit man charged in fatal vehicular crash on Interstate 470 in March

    A Lee's Summit man has been charged in a fatal vehicular crash on Interstate 470 in March, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  772. Jackson County Detention Center corrections officer charged for sexual conduct with inmate

    Jackson County Detention Center corrections officer charged for sexual conduct with inmate, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  773. Jackson County grand jury files report with 16th Circuit on poor conditions at detention center

    Jackson County grand jury files report with 16th Circuit Court on poor conditions at Jackson County Detention Center, recommends improvements in budgeting, staffing and maintenance of facility. Read more...
  774. Pleasant Hill man charged in apparent road rage fatal stabbing from this weekend

    A 58-year-old Pleasant Hill man charged in apparent road rage fatal stabbing of Cody M. Harter, 23, on an interstate roadside in Lee's Summit this weekend, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  775. Second man charged in October 2016 fatal shooting in Westport area

    Thanks in part to DNA testing, a second man has been charged in the fatal shooting in October 2016 of Derrick Jones, 25, in a Westport area parking lot, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  776. KC man charged in 106th and Blue Ridge convenience store homicide

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the Friday evening fatal shooting at a convenience store at 10th and Blue Ridge in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  777. Two men charged in convenience store robberies in Lee's Summit

    Two Independence men, who fled from Lee's Summit police on Thursday until it ended after a short standoff, have been charged in recent armed robberies in Lee's Summit, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  778. A second Independence man charged in fatal shooting in Independence last week

    A second Independence man has been charged in an fatal shooting last Thursday in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  779. Independence man charged in shooting there on Thursday that killed Abigail Edwards

    An Independence, MO, man charged in Thursday's fatal shooting of Abigail Edwards in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  780. Charges filed in stabbing death of Theresa Chrisman last month

    An Independence man has been charged in the March 15 fatal stabbing of Theresa Chrisman in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  781. KC Gun Summit registration closed; here's how you can still take part

    Registration has closed for the Kansas City Gun Summit, a daylong examination of gun violence and its impacts on our community. But you can still watch the discussion. Read more...
  782. Daylong conference set for Friday to explore gun violence in our community

    Jackson County Prosecutor's Office to host daylong conference tomorrow (Friday, April 20, 2018) examining gun violence and its impacts on our community, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announces. Read more...
  783. Jackson County Prosecutor issues statement on Sheriff Mike Sharp's resignation

    Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor issues statement on Sheriff Mike Sharp's resignation Read more...
  784. Judge sentences Independence man to 24 years in prison for fatal road-rage shooting in KC

    A Jackson County judge sentenced today a 46-year-old Independence man to 24 years in prison for the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old man during a road rage incident near 104th and Holmes in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  785. Kansas City man charged with fatally stabbing his father in Independence

    A Kansas City man has been charged with Murder in the 1st Degree for fatally stabbing his father in his Independence residence. Fatal stabbing of defendant's uncle remains under investigation, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  786. Independence school employee charged in sex case involving two students

    An Independence school employee has been charged with two counts of sexual contact with a student, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  787. David Jungerman charged in the murder of Kansas City lawyer Thomas Pickert

    David Jungerman has been charged in the October 2017 fatal shooting of Kansas City lawyer Thomas Pickert on his front walk, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  788. Raymore man charged in March 30, 2018, fatal shooting in Kansas City

    Raymore man charged in March 30, 2018, fatal shooting of Virgil Marshall in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  789. Press conference at noon today in Jackson County Prosecutor's Office

    Media Advisory: A press conference will be held at noon today (April 11, 2018) in the lobby of the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office to announce new criminal charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced this morning. Read more...
  790. KC man who led police on 45-minute chase about the metro charged

    A Kansas City who fled from police near Linwood and Indiana, initiating a 45-minute pursuit across the metro, has been charged with multiple felonies, including injuring a police officer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  791. Three persons charged for long fleeing from police, with shots fired during chase

    Three persons face charges related to a long pursuit through three counties involving the Lone Jack and other police, with shots fired during the chase, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  792. Woman charged with witness tampering in connection with son's case

    A Kansas City woman has been charged with witness tampering in connection with contacting potential witnesses or victims in a pending criminal case, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  793. Jury recommends KC man serve 18 years for rape conviction

    A Kansas City man has been convicted of rape and sodomy and jury recommends 18 years in a state prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  794. KCK man charged in Dec. 26, 2017 murder of woman in KCMO

    A Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged with Murder in the 1st Degree in connection with the Dec. 26, 2017 fatal shooting of Rosemarie Harmon, whose body was found in Kansas City, MO, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  795. District attorneys from both sides of KC state line to address media

    Media Advisory: District attorneys from both sides of KC state line to address media Read more...
  796. Jackson County jury convicts Ramon Boyd in 2016 KC murder

    A Jackson County jury on Tuesday convicted Ramon Boyd of multiple felonies in connection with the fatal shooting of Sederick J. Jones, on the first day of 2016 in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  797. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announces new program to aid crime survivors

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announces new program -- Caring for Crime Survivors -- to aid the victims of crime, especially gun violence. Read more...
  798. Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor to hold press conference on new crime survivor program

    Media Advisory: Jackson County Prosecutor to hold press conference on new crime survivor program Read more...
  799. Agenda set for "The Realities of Gun Violence in Kansas City: A Community Discussion

    Daylong presentation on the impacts of gun violence in our community set for April 20, 2018, at Kauffman Foundation Conference Center. Event hosted by Jackson County Prosecutor's Office. See attached agenda. Read more...
  800. Jackson County jury recommends life in prison for shooter in 2016 Lee's Summit homicide

    A Jackson County jury on Wednesday convicted Terrell Ingram of the fatal shooting in July 2016 of Malik Barbour in Lee's Summit, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  801. KC man charged in shooting of his girlfriend while children were home

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the shooting of his girlfriend in a residence while children were there, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  802. Second KC man charged in shooting at KCPD officer in KC earlier this month

    A second Kansas City man has been charged for attempting to shoot at a law enforcement officer in Kansas City earlier in March, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  803. KC man charged in fatal shooting in the 6000 block of South Benton

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting this week of a woman whose body was found on the front porch of a residence in the 6000 block of S. Benton Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  804. KC NoVA Media Advisory: Police, community to canvas NE neighborhoods Saturday

    Media Advisory: Partners in the Kansas City No Violence Alliance (KC NoVA) will be canvassing residences and businesses in Northeast Kansas City on Saturday, beginning about 10 a.m. Read more...
  805. KC business owner charged for shooting at someone trying to sell metal pipes

    A Kansas City business owner has been charged with multiple felony counts for exhibiting and firing a weapon at someone who the man believed was trying to sell stolen pipe, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  806. KC man charged for threatening to shoot up child's public school

    A Kansas City man has been charged for threatening to school staff that he would "shoot...up" his child's elementary school earlier this year, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  807. KC man convicted in fatal 2017 shooting of Samuel Lloyd

    Jackson County Judge convicts Tirrell A. Middleton of the April 2, 2017, fatal shooting of Samuel L. Lloyd, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  808. KC man faces A felony charge for shooting at KCPD officer

    A Kansas City man faces a Class A felony charge of Assault 1st Degree for firing on Tuesday at a KCPD officer who was performing his duty, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  809. KC man charged in two-year-old fatal beating of Brandy Helbock-Castenada

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal beating of Brandy K. Helbock-Castaneda in late 2015 or early 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  810. New charges in three other murders now filed against Fredrick Scott

    A newly filed grand jury indictment accuses Fredrick Scott of three other murders; Scott already has been charged in three homicides in south Kansas City in 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  811. Four young Lee's Summit men charged for bringing weapon onto school property

    Four young Lee's Summit men are charged for bringing a loaded weapon onto school grounds at Lee's Summit High School, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  812. Lee's Summit man charged in Plaza shooting of woman

    A Lee's Summit man faces several felony charges in connection with the shooting of a woman late Wednesday or early today on the Country Club Plaza, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  813. Convicted murderer sentenced to life without parole, plus life in prison

    Convicted murderer sentenced to life without parole, plus life, for the Sept. 25, 2016 fatal shooting of Torrence Evans in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  814. Raytown man charged in connection with social media threats "to shoot up" school

    A Raytown, MO, man has been charged in connection with social media threats that he would "shoot up" school, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  815. Jackson County law enforcement leaders call for passage of celebratory gunfire law

    Jackson County law enforcement leaders and the family of a 11-year-old girl killed in 2011 as the result of celebratory gunfire on the 4th of July call for newly proposed law set on curbing celebratory gunfire. Read more...
  816. Jackson County law enforcement leaders to endorse new push to reduce celebratory gunfire

    Media Advisory: A group of Jackson County law enforcement leaders on Thursday, at 3 p.m. at the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office, to discuss new legislation introduced by Missouri Rep. DaRon McGee, to reduce celebratory gunfire. Read more...
  817. Media Advisory: "Gun Summit" set to stir community discussion about impacts of gun violence

    Media Advisory: "Gun Summit" planned to stir community discussion about the impacts of gun violence in Kansas City. The event will be open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to pre-register. Read more...
  818. Jackson County jury convicts Independence man in reported road rage and fatal shooting in 2017

    A Jackson County jury early this morning found a 46-year-old Independence man guilty in the reported road rage incident and fatal shooting in 2017 of 19-year-old man at 104th and Holmes, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  819. Greenwood man pleads guilty to child sexual assualt; sentenced to 30 years in prison

    A Greenwood man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after he pleaded guilty Friday to a charge of Statutory Rape 1st Degree, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  820. Convicted child molester sentenced to three life sentences, plus 15 years

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced a convicted child molester to three life sentences, plus 15 years, all of those terms to be served consecutively, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  821. KC man, 23, faces murder charge in Monday's fatal shooting at 27th and Indiana

    A Kansas City man, 23, faces a charge of Murder 2nd Degree in connection with the fatal shooting of a man at a convenience store at 27th and Indiana Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  822. KC man, 29, charged in double fatality vehicular crash on 71 Highway at I-435

    A Kansas City man has been charged with two counts of Murder 2nd Degree in connection with the vehicular deaths of Laura and Ryan Humphrey early on Nov. 11, 2017 near Interstate 435 and U.S. 71, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  823. KC man, 20, charged in fatal beating, stomping of Juan Marin in January 2017

    A 20-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal beating and stomping of Juan Marin, ,whose body was found on Jan. 16, 2017 in the street on Admiral Blvd, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  824. KC man charged in 2016 rape of KC woman in her residence

    Thanks to a DNA match, a 57-year-old Kansas City has been charged in the 2016 rape of a Kansas City woman in her residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  825. KC man charged in shooting Monday in park at 44th and Benton

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the Feb. 5, 2018, shooting in a park near 44th and South Benton, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  826. Kansas man charged with shooting Monday at KCPD officers in area of 53rd and Indiana

    An Osawatomie, Kan., man has been charged with multiple felony counts in connection with firing a rifle at KCPD officers on Monday in the area of 53rd and Indiana in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  827. KC man, 17, faces murder and other counts in January 2018 fatal shooting

    A Kansas City man faces multiple felony counts in connection with the Jan. 28, 2018, murder of Leon Taylor, who was died after being shot in a vehicle in the area of 16th and Elmwood, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  828. Homeless man sentenced to 22 years in prison for 2016 murder in Independence

    A Jackson County judge has sentenced a homeless man to 22 years in prison for the New Year's Day 2016 homicide in Independence of Charles D. Younger, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  829. Wanted KC man flees from police twice; now charged in both

    A Kansas City man wanted on warrants now faces two felony counts of resisting arrest after fleeing twice from police, speeding in a motor vehicle at high rates of speed and ignoring signals, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  830. KC man sentenced to 9 years in prison for KC home invasion

    A Kansas City has pleaded guilty to multiple felony counts related to a December 2016 home invasion in the Waldo area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  831. Teens charged in Raytown robbery this weekend

    Two teens have been charged in connection with a Raytown robbery this weekend after an electronics sale setup via social media, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  832. Raytown man charged in death of nearby resident after he told police of intruder

    A Raytown man has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the choking death of a nearby resident identified as Clifton King, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  833. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in 2016 fatal shooting at KC convenience store

    A Jackson County jury on Friday convicted Terrance Blanks, in the Aug. 24, 2016, fatal shooting of Rocky Bradley in the parking lot of a Kansas City convenience store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  834. Jackson County jury convicts Dairian Stanley, 22, in Sept. 2016 murder of Torrence Evans

    A Jackson County jury has convicted Dairian Stanley, 22, in the Sept. 25, 2016 fatal shooting of Torrence Evans in the 5600 block of Hardesty Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  835. Brothers charged with killing and dumping the body of Michael Anthony High-Frump in Northeast KC

    Two brothers from Kansas City have been charged in the Aug. 16, 2017 fatal shooting and abandonment of the bod of Michael Anthony High-Frump in the Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor. Read more...
  836. Two charged in fatal Blue Springs shooting on Friday of Jack Price

    Two Blue Springs men have been charged in the Friday fatal shooting and attempted robbery of Jack Price in Blue Springs, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  837. Grandview man charged with murder in death of Lynnette Williams

    A 27-year-old Grandview man has been charged in the murder of Lynnette Williams, whose body was found on fire outside in the 6700 block of East 119th Street in Grandview on Sunday evening, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  838. KC man, 26, charged in shooting at police on Saturday night in Kansas City

    A Kansas City man has been charged in shooting at two Kansas City police officers who were in a marked KCPD vehicle on Saturday night in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  839. Jackson County jury convicts Tymon Reed in Sept. 2016 fatal shooting in Independence

    A Jackson County jury has convicted Tymon Reed, 21, of the Sept. 19, 2016, fatal shooting of 16-year-old Javon Reilly as he walked home from his Independence high school, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  840. Second defendant charged in 2016 rape in Independence apartment

    A second defendant, William Luth, has been charged in connection with the Feb. 9, 2016, rape of a woman in her Independence apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  841. Jackson County Legislature Chair, Sheriff and Prosecutor issue joint statement to Frank White

    In joint statement Wednesday, Burnett, Sharp and Baker called for Jackson County Executive Frank White to reinstate a high-ranking county finance official who was placed hours earlier on leave for refusing to violate Jackson County ordinances. Read more...
  842. Charges filed in first homicide in KC in 2018

    Kansas City man, 52, faces Murder 1st Degree, other charges in connection with the Jan. 4, 2018, fatal shooting of Thomas J. Rice III, the first homicide victim of 2018 in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  843. KC man, 23, faces Murder charge in Saturday murder of Elizabeth Richards in KC

    A 23-year-old Kansas City man faces a criminal charge of Murder 1st Degree for the fatal shooting Saturday of Elizabeth Richards in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  844. Two charged in Independence fatal shooting of Steven L. Ragsdale

    A Kansas City man and an Independence woman have been charged in the Dec. 30, 2017 fatal shooting of Steven L. Ragsdale Jr., who was shot outside an apartment complex in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  845. Davonte Gordon pleads guilty in 2015 homicide in KC's Peace Park

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man has pleaded guilty in the 2015 fatal shooting of Kameron Gay in Kansas City's Peace Park, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  846. Eighteen-year-old KC man charged in Sunday night vehicular crash that injured several

    A Kansas City man, 18, faces the felony charge of fleeing police in Independence on Sunday evening before he was involved in a head-on collision in Kansas City that injured several people, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  847. Jackson County judge convicts man in 2015 fatal shooting of Ewon Wright

    A Jackson County judge has convicted Dominique Lindsey in the 2015 fatal shooting of Ewon Wright, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  848. Independence man pleads guilty in the 2015 homicide of Paul. T. Doughty outside convenience store

    An Independence man has pleaded guilty in the 2015 homicide of Paul. T. Doughty outside an Independence convenience store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  849. KC man, 38, faces murder charges in connection with 2017 beating death

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the Christmas Eve 2017 fatal beating death of Darren Kirk, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  850. KC man, 24, faces 1st Degree Murder charge in fatal stabbing from November 2017

    A 24-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal stabbing of Alton Hughes on Nov. 28, 2017, outside a city bus, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  851. Second teenager charged in Independence Center homicide this week

    A second teenager has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting this week of Matthew J. Haylock who was found wounded in the parking lot of Independence Center, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  852. Independence man charged with multiple felonies in vehicular crash that killed two children

    An Independence man has been charged with multiple felonies in the vehicular fatality that claimed the lives of two children and injured two others last year on I-435, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  853. Independence teen charged in last night's Independence Center homicide

    An Independence teen has been charged in the shooting last night in an Independence Center parking lot that left one dead, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  854. KC man charged in armed robbery of Raytown convenience store on New Year's Eve

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with an attempted armed robbery of a Raytown convenience store on New Years Eve, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  855. KC man charged for stealing car on New Years Eve day with child inside

    A Kansas City man, 37, faces charges in connection with stealing on New Years Eve day a car in Kansas City that had a child inside, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  856. Independence man faces Murder 1st Degree charge in connection with homicide earlier today

    An Independence man faces Murder 1st Degree and Armed Criminal Action charges in connection with the murder earlier today of Teddis A. Burns-El, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  857. KC man charged in Dec. 16 homicide in south Kansas City

    KC man, 35, charged in Dec. 16, 2017, fatal shooting of his wife Joegina L. Davis, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  858. Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issues statement on COMBAT action

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issued a statement today regarding the Jackson County Legislature's vote to place COMBAT under direction of the prosecutor's office, again. Read more...
  859. Woman charged in fatal stabbing in KC in September 2016

    A Kansas City woman has been charged in the fatal stabbing of Luis A. Molina in Kansas City in September 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  860. Malik Chapple charged in Monday fatal shooting in south Kansas City

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in Monday's fatal shooting in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  861. KC man charged in Dec. 4 fatal shooting of Phillip Degnan outside KC store

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Dec. 4, 2017, outside the Benton Market at 1800 Benton in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  862. Woman co-defendant in first homicide of 2016 sentenced to 30-plus years in prison

    Destynie J. Wright has been sentenced to more than 30 years in a Missouri prison for her role in the New Year's Day 2016 fatal shooting of Sederick J. Jones and the wounding of another person, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  863. KC man faces two Murder 1st Degree, other charges for Dec. 7 shooting of father, store clerk

    A Kansas City man faces two Murder 1st Degree charges for the Dec. 7, 2017, shooting of his father and convenience store clerk on the scene, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  864. KC man, 20, charged in robbery that injured accomplice and nearly injured victim

    A Kansas City man, 20, charged in robbery that injured accomplice and nearly injured Blue Springs, MO, victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  865. Jackson County couple charged with Murder 1st Degree in Nov. 11 KC shooting death

    Jackson County couple charged with Murder 1st Degree in Nov. 1, 2017, KC shooting death, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  866. Jesus Garcia convicted in child-sex case; jury recommend consecutive life sentences, plus 15 years

    In child sex case, Jackson County jury recommends that Jesus Garcia be sentenced to three consecutive life sentences, plus 15 years, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  867. Dontae Jefferson pleads guilty to felony charges in connection with jail assault

    Convicted murderer Dontae Jefferson pleads guilty to felony charges in connection with jail assault, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  868. KC man charged in the murder of wife whose body was found Wednesday in home near 24th and College

    A Kansas City man charged in the murder of his wife whose body was found Wednesday in home near 24th and College, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  869. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker declines appointment to jail task force

    In letter to the county executive, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker declined appointment to county's jail task force, the prosecutor announced today. Read more...
  870. Media Advisory: Large group of prosecutors to meet with Washington legislators on gun violence

    Media Advisory: Large group of urban prosecutors, including Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker, to meet Wednesday with Washington legislators on gun violence. Read more...
  871. Inmate in county detention center charged with assault of corrections officer

    Inmate in Jackson County Detention Center charged for assault of corrections officer, now suffering in critical condition, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  872. Jackson County jury convicts KC man of sodomy involving young children

    A Jackson County jury has convicted a Kansas City man of four counts of statutory sodomy for sexually molesting a young girl, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  873. Independence man charged with threatening Lee's Summit police officer with rifle

    Independence man charged with threatening Lee's Summit police officer with rifle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  874. Homeless KC man charged in stabbing Tuesday near 9th and Prospect in KC

    A homeless Kansas City man has been charged in KC stabbing Tuesday near 9th and Prospect that threatened life of victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  875. Husband charged with abandoning wife's corpse

    A 35-year-old man has been charged with felonies in connection with dismembering and abandoning the corpse of his wife, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  876. KC man, recently apprehended, has been charged in KC and Independence homicides

    A Kansas City man, recently apprehended, has been charged in KC and Independence homicides, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  877. Homeless man charged in fatal stabbing of woman in Kansas City

    A homeless man in Kansas City has been charged in the fatal stabbing of woman and wounding of another person in Kansas City on Wednesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  878. Raytown man charged in fatal shooting outside Blue Springs restaurant

    A Raytown man has been charged in the fatal shooting of Clinton Peckman this week outside a Blue Springs restaurant, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  879. Four teenagers charged in south Kansas City pizza store robbery

    Four teenagers, including twin brothers, have been charged in a Monday robbery of a pizza restaurant in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  880. KC man charged in the Nov. 1 fatal shooting of Dustin Harris in KC

    A Kansas City man charged in the Nov. 1 fatal shooting of Dustin Harris, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  881. KC man charged in Oct. 23 fatal beating in Kansas City

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal beating on Oct. 23, 2017 of Lovell J. Smith in Northeast area of Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  882. Three charged in Oct. 30 break-in and fatal shooting in Independence

    Three men have been charged in the Oct. 30 break-in and fatal shooting of an Independence man, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  883. KC teenager who claimed local youth gang charged in series of carjackings, thefts in Kansas City

    A Kansas City teen who professed founding a local youth gang has been charged in a series of summer carjackings and car thefts in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  884. Lee's Summit teen charged in double vehicular fatality on Jan. 21, 2017

    A Lee's Summit teenage has been charged in connection with the crash that killed two persons in Jan. 2017 in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  885. Lee's Summit man charged in weekend shooting at another vehicle

    A Lee's Summit man has been charged in an incident Saturday that resulted in a the defendant shooting at another vehicle with four passengers, including two small children, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  886. Media Advisory: South KC community event hosted Saturday by KC No Violence Alliance

    Media Advisory: The Kansas City No Violence Alliance hosts community event Saturday in South KC for Ruskin neighorhood struggling with crime Read more...
  887. KC man charged after robber at South KC store grabs cash from victim

    A Kansas City man charged after a robber at a South Kansas City store grabs cash from victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  888. KC man charged with firing weapon into Waldo Bar and south KC store

    A Kansas City man has been charged today with firing a weapon into the Waldo Bar and a south KC convenience store in the early morning Wednesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  889. Jackson County jury finds KC man guilty in Independence 2017 shooting

    A Jackson County jury has found a Kansas City man guilty of three felony counts in connection with a 2017 shooting in Independence into a vehicle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  890. Second KC man charged in fatal shooting at Troost Market in South KC

    A second Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting at Troost Market in South Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  891. Omar Lopez-Maldonado pleads guilty to rape and is sentenced to 30 years in prison

    Omar Lopez-Maldonado sentenced to 30 years in prison for 2016 rape in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  892. Fredrick Scott faces third murder charge for Grandview fatal shooting

    A third murder charge has been added to the felony case now filed against Fredrick Scott, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  893. Yust case dismissed here, as defendant moves to Cass County

    In a joint effort with Cass County, a pending felony case in Jackson County v. Kylr Yust is dismissed, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  894. KC man, 23, faces charges in Sept. 13 fatal shooting at Troost Market in KC

    A 23-year-old Kansas City faces Murder 2nd Degree in connection with the Sept. 13, 2017, fatal shooting of 23-year-old Andrew Holmes in the parking lot of the Troost Market in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  895. Dontae Jefferson sentenced to life without parole, plus life in prison

    Dontae Jefferson sentenced to life without patrol plus another life sentence for the shooting in 2014 of a boy and the murder of the boy's father at a gas station near 45th and Cleveland, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  896. KC man, 67, charged in stabbing of 12-year-old grandson

    A 67-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the stabbing of his 12-year-old grandson, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  897. Second man charged in fatal I-70 shooting in Independence

    A second man has been charged in the fatal I-70 shooting in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  898. Pleasant Hill man charged in fatal shooting Friday on I-70 in Independence

    A Pleasant Hill, MO, man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting Friday on Interstate 70 in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  899. KC man charged in April 30 homicide in KC

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the April 30 fatal shooting of Isabell Addison at Swope Parkway and Benton in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  900. Teenager charged in Independence murder on Tuesday

    A 17-year-old man faces Murder 2nd Degree and other felony charges in connection with a fatal shooting Tuesday in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  901. Media Advisory: Press conference at noon at JaCo Prosecutor's Office

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker will hold a noon press conference today on recent filings related to incidents at the Jackson County Detention Center. Sheriff Mike Sharp is expected to attend. Read more...
  902. Jackson County jail inmates charged in brutal assault of corrections officer

    Four Jackson County jail inmates have been charged in a brutal assault of a corrections officer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  903. KC man charged in shooting of two others in Westport last weekend

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the shooting of two others early Saturday morning in Westport, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  904. Lee's Summit man charged in fatal car wreck that claimed a life over weekend

    A Lee's Summit man has been charged with felony DWI in connection with fatal vehicular wreck that claimed a life over weekend, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  905. Sixth defendant named in beating of Domino pizza delivery man

    A sixth suspect -- a 19-year-old KC man _ has been charged in a recent assault in south Kansas City of a pizza delivery man, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  906. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in rape of 12-year-old girl

    A Jackson County jury on Thursday convicted a Kansas City man in the rape of a 12-year-old girl, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  907. Independence man sentenced to four consecutive 20-year prison terms for child sex abuse

    An Independence man has been sentenced to four consecutive 20-year prison terms for child sex abuse of a boy just 10 at the time, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  908. KC man, 22, charged in Aug. 20 fatal shooting of off-duty police officer in Westport

    A Kansas City man, 22, has been charged in the Aug. 20 fatal shooting of an off-duty Lee Summit police officer at a Westport restaurant, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  909. Father, daughter charged in Ruskin High assault of student

    A father and his daughter have been charged in connection with the assault Tuesday of a Ruskin High student at the school in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  910. Five KC 18- to 20-year-olds charged in beating of pizza man

    Five Kansas City youth, ages 18 to 20-year-old, have been charged in connection with a beating of a pizza delivery man on Tuesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  911. Media Advisory: JaCo Prosecutor's Movie Night tonight in Lykins Square Park

    Media Advisory: JaCo Prosecutor's Movie Night tonight in Lykins Square Park Read more...
  912. KC man, 35, charged in October 2016 Westport murder

    A Kansas City man, 35, has been charged in the October 2016 fatal shooting in Westport of Derrick Jones, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  913. Kansas City man, 27, charged in Aug. 20 fatal drive-by shooting near 33rd and Prospect Avenue

    A Kansas City man, 27, has been charged in the Aug. 20 fatal shooting near 33rd and Prospect Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  914. Fredrick Scott, 22 charged in two south Kansas City homicides

    Fredrick Scott, 22, has been charged in two south Kansas City homicides and is a suspect in other homicides over the last year in the vicinity of popular trails in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  915. Media Advisory: A press conference will be held today at 3 p.m. at South Patrol in KC

    Media Advisory: A press conference will be held today at 3 p.m. at South Patrol in KC, 8701 Marion Park Drive, to announce criminal charges in recent homicides. Read more...
  916. Convicted murderer's brother charged with perjury in trial testimony

    The brother of a convicted murderer faces a Class A felony for giving false testimony during Jimmie Verge's trial in Jackson County in March 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  917. Jimmie Verge sentenced to 45 years in prison for role in double murder, assault, robbery

    Jimmie Verge sentenced to 45 years in prison for role in double murder, assault, robbery, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  918. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in murder and shooting of boy in 2014

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Dontae Jefferson in the shooting of a boy and the murder of his father at a gas station near 45th and Cleveland, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  919. KC teen faces murder charge in connection with June 11 shooting of Michael Holmes

    A Kansas City teen faces murder charge in connection with June 11 shooting of Michael Holmes, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peter Baker announced today. Read more...
  920. Sugar Creek man charged in Aug. 17 homicide in Independence

    A 51-year-old Sugar Creek man faces Murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting on Thursday night of an Independence man, Christopher King, 33, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  921. Man arrested Saturday charged in July 21 fatal shooting in KC of Anthony Clark

    Man arrested Saturday is charged this weekend with 2nd Degree Murder in connection with the July 21 fatal shooting in KC of Anthony Clark, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  922. 44-year-old KC man sentenced to 12 years in prison for burglaries in NE KC

    A 44-year-old Kansas City man has been sentenced to 12 years in state prison for pleading guilty to several residential burglaries in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  923. Fazon Swinton sentenced to 24 years in prison in 2016 fatal shooting in grocery store parking lot

    Fazon Swinton sentenced to 24 years in prison in 2016 fatal shooting in grocery store parking lot, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  924. Jackson County Detention Center inmate charged with endangering corrections officer

    A Jackson County Detention Center inmate has been charged with endangering a corrections officer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  925. Independence man charged in early Saturday fatal vehicular on Truman Road

    A 24-year-old Independence man has been charged in an early Saturday fatal vehicular on Truman Road in Indepdence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  926. Truman Medical Center-Lakewood employee charged with sex offenses involving patient

    A Truman Medical Center-Lakewood employee has been charged with sex offenses involving a patient in long-term care, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  927. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker statement on public safety and Jackson County jail

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker releases today a statement on public safety and Jackson County jail Read more...
  928. Convicted child murderer and his attorney charged in Jackson County jail contraband investigation

    A convicted child murderer and his attorney have been criminally charged in a Jackson County jail contraband investigation, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  929. KC man charged in fatal shooting on Wednesday of Tamara Randolph near 37th and Woodland

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on Wednesday of Tamara Randolph near 37th and Woodland, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  930. KC man sentenced to 27 years in prison for the May 2016 fatal shooting of Nicol Appleberry

    A Jackson County judge sentenced Dewayne Cornelius today to 27 years in prison for the May 2016 fatal shooting of Nicole Appleberry, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  931. Man firing rifle near 39th and Main on Monday charged with felonies for firing weapon

    A 57-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with Unlawful Use of Weapon and another felony for firing a weapon Monday in a busy Midtown Kansas City neighborhood, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  932. Lee's Summit man who was later shot by police is charged with discharging firearm

    A Lee's Summit man who was later shot by police is charged with Unlawful Use of a Weapon for discharging a firearm from an apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  933. Man charged with dropping old TV three floors down onto victim

    Assault charges filed today against a Kansas City man who dropped an old TV over a third-floor balcony onto victim, causing life-threatening injuries, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  934. Raytown man charged with DWI in connection with fatal vehicular crash last night on Interstate 435

    A 34-year-old Raytown, Mo., man has been charged with DWI in connection with fatal vehicular crash last night on Interstate 435, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  935. Independence man, 23, faces felony child sex charges involving two victims

    A 23-year-old Independence man faces felony molestation and sodomy charges involving two child victims, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  936. Jackson County judge sentences convicted child molester to life plus 15 years

    A Kansas City man, convicted of child molestation and statutory sodomy, was sentenced today by a Jackson County judge to life in prison plus 15 years, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  937. KCK man, 45, found guilty by Jackson County jury of property damage, animal abuse

    A 45-year-old Kansas City, Kan., man has been convicted in Jackson County of Property Damage First Degree and felony Animal Abuse, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  938. KC man charged in fatal Westport stabbing of homeless man

    A Kansas City man faces Murder 2nd Degree charge for the Wednesday fatal stabbing of Jorge Sanchez outside a Westport business, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  939. Two teens charged in recent shooting in Sugar Creek

    Two 17-year-olds are charged in shooting early Monday morning at a gas station on U.S. 24 Highway in Sugar Creek, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  940. New manslaughter charges filed in death of 9-year-old child

    New manslaughter charges were filed today against a Kansas City defendant in connection with the death of 9-year-old child in a recent vehicular accident, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  941. KCK man pleads guilty to murder and assault in 2016 killing of girlfriend and wounding of children

    KCK man was sentenced today to 28 years in prison after pleading guilty to murder and assault in 2016 killing of girlfriend, Denise Gayle, and wounding of children, Jackson Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  942. Leavenworth man faces Class B felony DWI in death of man in KC vehicular crash

    A Leavenworth man has been charged with a DWI felony in the Kansas City fatal vehicular crash on Thursday near 75th and Paseo, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  943. Grandview man charged in vehicular crash that injured 9-year-old

    A 19-year-old Grandview man faces multiple felony counts for recklessly fleeing police, resulting in vehicular crash that seriously injured a 9-year-old boy, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  944. Two charged in January 2017 abuse of of dog "King" in Kansas City

    Two Kansas City residents have been charged with felony and misdemeanor animal abuse in connection with an injured dog "King," rescued by KC animal control officers in January 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  945. KC man charged in vehicular crash that killed young woman in April 2017

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal vehicular crash that killed Krealonaa M. Willis on April 17, 2017, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  946. KC brother and sister sentenced to life in prison in 2013 murder

    A Jackson County judge late Friday sentenced Monique Ransom and her brother, Omar T. Muhammad, to life in prison for the Dec. 2013 fatal shooting of Eric Harrell, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  947. James Rhymer sentenced to life in prison for murder, other violent crime convictions

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced James Rhymer, 33, for the murder of David Mendez in 2014, as well as other violent crime convictions, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  948. Media Advisory: Contact information for week of June 26-July 2

    Media Advisory: Contact information for week of June 26-July 2 Read more...
  949. MEDIA ADVISORY: Prosecutor to hold press conference today on new murder charges

    MEDIA ADVISORY: Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker will hold a press conference this morning to announce charges in a recent murder case. It will begin at about 11:15 a.m. in the lobby of the prosecutor's Downtown office. Read more...
  950. Driver in fatal accident on SW Trafficway charged with DWI causing death of someone

    The driver in a fatal accident earlier today in Kansas City on SW Trafficway has been charged with causing the death of someone while driving intoxicated, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  951. KC 21-year-old man charged in vehicular crash that killed woman in NE KC

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man faces manslaughter, other charges in connection with the January 2017 fatal vehicular crash in Northeast Kansas City that took the life of 35-year-old mother, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  952. KC man, 29, charged in May 10 fatal shooting of Cheemi Littlejohn

    A 29-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the May 10 fatal shooting of Cheemi Littlejohn near 11th and Prospect in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  953. Perkins pleads guilty in March 2015 fatal shooting of Kelvin B. Paige

    Christopher V. Perkins pleads guilty in March 2015 fatal shooting of Kelvin B. Paige and faces up to 20 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  954. A third person charged in Lone Jack, MO, murder and assault

    Three persons now face multiple felony counts in connection with the June 9, 2017, fatal shooting of Rebecca Murphy and the wounding of a man in Lone Jack, MO, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  955. KC man and woman face charges in Lone Jack homicide and assault

    A Kansas City man and woman face multiple felony counts in connection with the June 9, 2017, fatal shooting of Rebecca Murphy and the wounding of a man in Lone Jack, MO, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  956. Jackson County jury recommends up 32 years in prison for Fazon Swinton

    Jury recommends up to 32 years in prison for Fazon Swinton, convicted of fatal shooting in the grocery parking lot on 63rd Street in 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  957. Jackson County jury convicts Dewayne Cornelius in 2016 fatal shooting

    Jackson County jury found Dewayne Cornelius guilty of Murder in the second degree and Armed Criminal Action in the May 2016 fatal shooting of Nicole Appleberry, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  958. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in 2016 fatal shooting on 63rd Street

    A Jackson County jury convicted a Kansas City man in the 2016 fatal shooting of Jacob Bantner in a 63rd Street parking lot, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  959. Independence man charged in robbery at Independence Lowes

    An Independence man has been charged in robbery Monday evening at the Independence Lowes, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  960. KC man, facing charges in shooting on May 25th, also accused of tampering with a witness in shooting

    A Kansas City man, charged in connection with a shooting May 25 of a man near 44th and Flora in KC, also has been charged with assaulting and tampering with a witness in that Flora shooting, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  961. KC man, already convicted of assaulting officer, is charged in assault of two officers, store clerk

    A Kansas City man, who already has been convicted of assaulting an officer, is charged in assault of two officers and store clerk on Friday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  962. KCK man charged in connection with reported Friday rape and kidnapping of woman

    A Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged in connection with a reported Friday rape and kidnapping of a 23-year-old woman, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  963. Independence man charged in reported road rage incident and shooting at 104th and Holmes

    A 45-year-old Independence man charged in reported road rage incident and shooting at 104th and Holmes, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  964. Judge sentences Howard Chase to life in prison for role in Angel Hooper murder

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced Howard Chase to two life sentences plus 30 years for his convictions in the Oct. 2014 murder of 6-year-old Angel Hooper in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  965. Ce-Antonyo D. Kennedy sentenced to prison for role in 2015 Bay Water Park murder of 14-year-old

    Third and final defendant in the murder of Alexis Kane, just 14, sentenced to state prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  966. Convicted robber charged in weekend business robbery in south KC

    A convicted robber faces multiple felony charges in connection with a business robbery Sunday in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  967. Kansas City man charged in weekend fatal stabbing of Ali Griffin

    A Kansas City man charged in weekend fatal stabbing of Ali Griffin, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  968. Media Advisory: Prosecutor, neighborhood leaders to hold press conference at 43rd and Forest

    Media Advisory: Today at 1:30 p.m. in the 4300 block of Forest in Kansas City, MO., Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker and leaders of the Manheim Park Neighborhood Association will hold press conference on recent efforts to reduce violence. Read more...
  969. KC man charged with firing weapon in south KC church, injuring church greeter

    A Kansas City convicted felon has been charged with firing a weapon in a south Kansas City church last weekend, injuring one person, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  970. Two teens charged in Blue Springs home burglary that led to school lockdowns

    Two Blue Springs, MO., teenagers have been charged in connection with the Blue Springs home burglary on Thursday that led to school lock downs in Blue Springs, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  971. Second defendant, Omar Muhammad, convicted in 2013 murder of Eric Harrell

    A second defendant, Omar Muhammad, has been convicted by a Jackson County jury in the 2013 murder of Eric Harrell,Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  972. Issac Carter found guilty in 2015 Bay Water Park murder of 14-year-old

    A Jackson County judge on Friday sentenced Issac M. Carter to 10 total years in prison after the jury convicted him of Involuntary Manslaughter and Armed Criminal Action for the January 2015 killing of Alexis Kane Read more...
  973. Three charged in murder of Kansas man earlier this month

    Three charged in the murder in early April of an Osawatomie, KS, man whose body was found on Blue River Road, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  974. Jackson County jury convicts Monique Ransom in Dec. 2013 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County jury late today convicted Monique Ransom in Dec. 2013 fatal shooting of Eric Harrell, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  975. KC 16-year-old charged with discharging a firearm from a vehicle

    A Kansas City 16-year-old has been charged with discharging a firearm from a vehicle in February, after Family Court certifies him to face charges as an adult, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  976. 20-year-old KC man charged in early morning robbery at KC gas station

    A Kansas City man, 20, faces felony charges in connection with an early morning robbery today in Kansas City at a Truman Road gas station, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  977. Local students, business step up to support family of murder victim

    Media Advisory: Event planned for Thursday, April 27, to help the family of 2015 Kansas City murder victim Read more...
  978. KC man charged in Sunday's fatal shooting near 39th and Denver

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting Sunday near 39th and Denver, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  979. Two men charged in March 11 fatal shooting outside gas station in Kansas City

    Two men have been charged in the March 11, 2017, fatal shooting of 32-year-old Dorron Blackmon outside gas station in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  980. Charges filed in KC Easter Sunday fatal shooting

    A Kansas City man faces murder charges in the Easter Sunday fatal shooting of Robert A. Witmer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  981. Neighborhood children have some fun revving the engine

    Neighborhood cleanup at 23rd and Denver draws dozens of volunteers

    A neighborhood cleanup at 23rd and Denver on Wednesday, April 19, drew dozens of volunteers who removed brush, picked up litter and helped to clean up the block and surrounding area. The Jackson County Prosecutor's office and COMBAT sponsored the event. Read more...
  982. Raytown 18-year-old charged in shooting

    An 18-year-old Raytown man has been charged in an April 18 shooting on the street in Raytown, seriously injuring another man, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  983. Jackson County jury convicts James Rhymer in 2014 murder

    A Jackson County jury has convicted James Rhymer in the 2014 murder of David Mendez, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  984. KC man charged in Friday homicide and shooting of another man

    A Kansas City man has been charged with multiple felony counts in connection with the early Friday homicide of Steven Thompson and the shooting of another person, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  985. Media Advisory: New prosecutor effort to reduce crime launches Wed. at noon, 23rd and Denver

    Media Advisory: New prosecutor effort to reduce crime launches Wed. at noon, 23rd and Denver in East Kansas City Read more...
  986. Blue Springs man charged for sexual acts with 16-year-old student in 2005

    A Blue Springs man faces multiple felonies in connection with alleged sexual acts with former 16-year-old student in 2005, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  987. Driver in Labor Day fatal accident pleads to two counts of Murder

    The driver in a Labor Day 2016 vehicular accident that killed two children and injured two others has pleaded guilty to two counts of murder and two counts of assault and DWI charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  988. Jackson County jury recommends prison sentence in 14-year-old's murder

    A Jackson County jury late Monday recommended up to 25 years in prison for one of the defendants in the 2015 Bay Water Park murder of 14-year-old girl, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  989. Kansas City man charged in Oct. 30, 2016, fatal shooting outside KC club

    Kansas City man charged in Oct. 30, 2016, fatal shooting outside KC club, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  990. Two men charged in elaborate bank skimming scheme to obtain access to bank accounts

    Two men have been charged in an elaborate bank skimming scheme to obtain access to bank accounts, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  991. Ce-Antonyo D. Kennedy found guilty in 2015 Bay Water Park murder of 14-year-old

    A Jackson County jury today found Ce-Antonyo D. Kennedy guilty in 2015 Bay Waterpark murder of 14-year-old girl, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  992. KCK man wanted in Kidnapping of Cristian Escutia

    A Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged with kidnapping in connection with the April 3 disappearance of Cristian Escutia in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  993. Murder charges filed in April 2 fatal shooting of Samuel L. Lloyd in KC

    Murder charges filed in April 2, 2017, fatal shooting of Samuel L. Lloyd in 4400 bloc of Norwood Ave. in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  994. Second defendant convicted in 2014 fatal shooting of 6-year-old Angel Hooper

    A Jackson County jury today convicted a second defendant in the 2014 fatal shooting of 6-year-old Angel Hooper, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  995. Additional charges filed in Independence robbery and officer's assault

    The two suspects charged in the robbery Wednesday at 36th and South Delaware in Independence now also face Assault for injuries to a police officer, while two additional suspects face charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  996. Statement on shooting of Independence Police officer today

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker released the following statement today on the shooting incident in which an Independence Police officer was injured. Read more...
  997. KC NoVA enforcement nets murder and several other charges

    The Kansas City No Violence Alliance (KC NoVA) concluded its latest group enforcement this week against some 22 individuals associated with persons involved in the Nov. 2016 murder of a man in south Kansas City. Read more...
  998. Lee's Summit man charged in vehicular death of baby

    A Lee's Summit man multiple felony charges, including Driving While Intoxicated -- Death To Another Person, in connection with a weekend vehicular crash that resulted in a baby's death, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced tonight. Read more...
  999. Jury convicts Jimmie Verge in Dec. 2015 double homicide

    A Jackson County jury this evening found Jimmie Verge guilty of multiple felony counts in connection with the Dec. 2015 fatal double shooting, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced tonight. Read more...
  1000. Independence man charged in vehicular deaths of two boys, ages 6 and 10

    An Independence man has been charged with manslaughter and child endangerment in connection with the March 17 vehicular accident that resulted in the death of two boys, ages 6 and 10, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1001. KC man charged in Monday double homicide, assault on Blue Parkway

    A Kansas City man has been charged in Monday's double homicide, assault on Blue Parkway, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1002. Media Advisory: KC NoVA and community partners hold job fair

    Media Advisory: KC NoVA and community partners hold job fair Read more...
  1003. KC man faces Murder 2nd Degree charge in fatal shooting from 2016

    A 20-year-old Kansas City man faces multiple felony charges in connection with the Nov. 15, 2016 fatal shooting of Antonio Williams at south Kansas City gas station, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1004. Area high school teacher facing sex charges involving student

    A Lee's Summit teacher now faces state felony sex charges involving a high school student, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1005. Charges filed in two recent KC robberies, including home invasion

    A 19-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with multiple felony counts in connection with a January and February home invasion and robbery at KC store, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1006. Kansas City woman charged in August 2015 fatal shooting of William Simmons

    A Kansas City woman has been charged in the August 2015 fatal shooting of William Simmons, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1007. Boyles sentenced to 13 years in prison for Manslaughter driving conviction

    A Jackson County judge on Thursday sentenced Cedric Boyles to 13 years in a state prison for the June 2015 vehicular crash that killed Jeffrey Shadlow, 47, near 35th and Bellefontaine in KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1008. Felony charges filed in reported UMKC rape case

    A Colorado man faces a felony charge of rape in connection with a reported rape at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1009. Two charged in Raytown burglaries and police pursuit into KC

    Two Kansas City men have been charged in connection with a recent Raytown burglaries that led to a pursuit Monday into Kansas City by Raytown police, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1010. Jackson County jury recommends up to 34 years in prison for defendant in Ja'Que Dawkins murder

    A Jackson County jury has convicted a 23-year-old Kansas City man in the Nov. 2015 fatal shooting of Ja'Que Dawkins and today recommended that he should serve up to 34 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1011. KC woman charged in Friday's fatal shooting

    A Kansas City woman has been charged with Murder 2nd Degree in connection with the fatal shooting on Friday of Leroy Farris, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1012. KC man charged in recent Midtown KC crimes, including rape, kidnapping and robbery

    KC man charged in recent Midtown KC crimes, including rape, kidnapping and robbery, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1013. Leandre Smith pleads guilty in the murder of Angel Hooper in 2014

    Leandre Smith pleads guilty in the murder of 6-year-old Angel Hooper; sentenced to 23 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1014. New police use of force guidance report recommends investigation independence and detailed protocols

    New national look on police use of force recommends investigation independence and detailed protocols for prosecutors. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker co-chaired year-long prosecutor's committee. Read more...
  1015. Felony charges filed in Raytown assault and weekend shooting

    Felony charges have been filed against a Raytown man for an assault in shooting over the weekend, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1016. KC man charged in the April 2015 fatal shooting of Dominique Stafford

    A Kansas City man has been charged with Murder 1st Degree in the April 2015 fatal shooting of Dominique Stafford, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1017. Man and woman charged in Nov. 27, 2016, burglary and attack of John Rector, who later died

    A Jackson County teenager and woman have been charged in Nov. 27, 2016, burglary and attack of John Rector, who later died, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1018. KC man charged in Jan. 21 Troost Avenue murder caught on video

    A Kansas City man has been charged with 1st Degree Murder in connection with the Jan. 21, 2017, fatal shooting of Raymond Jones on Troost Avenue, which was captured on surveillance video, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1019. Independence man charged with 1st Degree Murder in fatal stabbing of wife

    An Independence man faces 1st Degree Murder charge in connection with the fatal stabbing of his wife, who was found Monday after children reported her death to their teachers, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1020. Kansas City man charged in Raytown domestic assault on Saturday

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with a Raytown domestic assault on Saturday that later led police to surround a residence to arrest the suspect, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1021. Charges filed in 13-year-old murder of homeless man at a KC riverfront camp

    An inmate in a Missouri prison now also faces a Murder 2nd Degree charge in connection with the death of Ryon McDonald, who has not been seen since 2004, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1022. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in child sex case involving 13-year-old victim

    A Jackson County jury today convicted a Kansas City man in child sex case involving 13-year-old victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1023. Anthony Walker sentenced to three life sentences, plus 105 years in prison

    Anthony Walker, convicted in the 2012 murders of Herschel and Donna Pike and Edward Williams, has been sentenced to three life sentences without parole plus 105 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1024. KC man faces felony charges in connection with Jan. 17 fatal shooting of Brenda Vera

    A Kansas City man faces felony charges, including abandonment of a corpse, in connection with the Jan. 17 fatal shooting of Brenda Vera, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1025. KC man pleas guilty in connection with 2-year-old child's fatal shooting

    Courtenay S. Block has pleaded guilty to multiple felony counts in connection with the April 2016 fatal shooting of his 2-year-old daughter, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1026. Jackson County Prosecutor's statement on school assault concerns

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker today released a statement regarding concerns about whether changes in Missouri criminal law may result in more students being charged with a felony because of a school fight Read more...
  1027. Murder charge filed in 2013 fatal stabbing of 22-year-old Independence man

    A Murder 2nd Degree charge has been filed in connection with the 2013 fatal stabbing in Independence of Corey Laykovich, 22, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1028. Defendant in Lee's Summit murder case sentenced to 22 years in prison

    A defendant in a 2014 Lee's Summit murder case has been sentenced by a Jackson County judge to 22 years in a Missouri prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1029. Three persons charged in Monday carjacking at Admiral and Paseo in KC

    Three persons have been charged with felonies in connection with a reported carjacking on Monday near Admiral and Paseo in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1030. KC man charged in shooting Friday in Kansas City

    A Kansas City man, who is a convicted felon, faces felony charges for shooting another man Friday during an argument, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1031. Man charged with assault after he was shot by resident in Independence during apparent car theft

    An Independence man faces assault charges after his attempt to steal a truck or items from it as it was parked at an Independence residence resulted in an exchange of gunfire, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1032. KC persistent offender charged with manslaughter in fatal KC car crash

    A Kansas City man who is a persistent felony offender has been charged in the August 2016 fatal vehicular crash at 63rd and Prospect Avenue that killed Patrick Mercer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1033. KC man sentenced to 28 years in prison for Jan. 2016 murder

    Lorenzo Washington, 30, pleaded guilty today to the murder in January 2016 of Thomas E. Kuzila Jr and was sentenced to 28 years in a Missouri prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1034. Two KC men face murder charges in January 2016 fatal shooting

    As a result of a KC NoVA enforcement, two KC men face murder charges in January 2016 fatal shooting of Emorye Spriggs, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1035. Prosecutor requests clemency for Alvis Williams, serving 80 years in prison for a burglary

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker recently sent a written request to Gov. Jay Nixon, agreeing to a reduction in Alvis Williams’ sentence for time served, nearly 22 years in prison. He was sentenced in 1994 to 80 years in prison. Read more...
  1036. Charges filed in Independence stabbing near Van Horn High School

    Felony charges have been filed against an Independence man for the stabbing near Van Horn High School, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1037. 16-year-old KC teen charged in 2016 murder

    A 16-year-old Kansas City teen has been charged in the July 5, 2016, homicide near 83rd Terrace and Campbell, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced tonight. Read more...
  1038. Charges filed in Independence rape on February 2016

    Felony charges have been filed in the Independence rape on February 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1039. Independence man who fled multiple police agencies Thursday faces multiple felony counts

    The Independence man who fled multiple police agencies in Blue Springs on Thursday before he was stopped in Independence now faces multiple felony counts, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1040. Independence teen, 16, faces Murder 1st Degree charge in September homicide

    An Independence teen, just 16, faces Murder 1st Degree charge in connection with the Sept. 22, 2016, fatal shooting of James Hill in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1041. Teen charged in Burlington Coat Factory carjacking and shooting in Independence

    A Kansas City teen was charged today in a Burlington Coat Factory carjacking and shooting in Independence on Wednesday evening, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1042. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker releases statement on fleeing police

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker releases statement about the dangers of fleeing police Read more...
  1043. Raytown man charged in connection with shots fired at occupied vehicle

    Raytown man charged in connection with shots fired at occupied vehicle, which led to Op 100 standoff in Raytown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1044. Golston sentenced to 25 years in Dionte Green murder

    Antonio Golston sentenced to 25 year in a Missouri prison for his role in the murder of Dionte Green on Halloween 2014, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1045. KC teen, 17, charged in Dec. 16 fatal shooting and assault during drug deal

    A Kansas City teenager, 17, has been charged in connection with the Dec. 16, 2016, fatal shooting and assault during a drug deal in the 7700 block of East 52nd Street in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1046. KC man, 29, charged in long, dangerous car chase throughout metro on Tuesday

    A Kansas City man, 29, charged in long, dangerous car chase throughout metro on Tuesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1047. Media Advisory: Toy giveaway cancelled today due to weather

    Regretfully, we have to cancel our Christmas Toy Giveaway today at Independence Blvd. Christian Church, 606 Gladstone, that was scheduled to take place at noon. We will try to reschedule if possible. Be safe! Read more...
  1048. Two KC teens charged in Dec. 8 double homicide in Kansas City

    Two Kansas City teenagers, ages 17 and 18, have been charged in the double homicide Dec. 8 on Kansas City's east side, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1049. Woman alleged to have abused dog, now blind, pleas guilty to animal abuse

    A woman who allegedly abused a small dog, known widely as Roadrunner, has entered a guilty plea to felony and misdemeanor animal abuse charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1050. KC NoVA offers a little holiday spirit to NoVA clients

    Media Advisory from the Kansas City No Violence Alliance: The violence-reduction collaboration, KC No Violence Alliance or KC NoVA, will give gifts, clothing and food to NoVA clients on Saturday at a Northeast KC church. Read more...
  1051. Convicted child molester sentenced by Jackson County judge to 75 years in prison

    James Canada, a convicted child molester, was sentenced Wednesday by a Jackson County judge to 75 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1052. Jackson County Prosecutor and Missouri State Auditor announce proposed law upgrades

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker was joined Tuesday by Missouri State Auditor Nicole Galloway in KC to announce new legislation intended to increase penalties for government officials who steal money Read more...
  1053. Man charged in a south KC shooting and robbery on Monday

    A 20-year-old man faces robbery, assault and other felony charges in connection with the shooting Monday of a south Kansas City man inside his residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1054. Media Advisory: Press conference at 1:30 today at Jackson County Prosecutor's Office

    Missouri State Auditor Nicole Galloway to address media at 1:30 p.m. today in KC at press conference with Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker about new legislation strengthening penalties for public official's misconduct Read more...
  1055. 18-year-old KC man sentenced to 19 years in prison for 2015 murder of Justin Williams

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man has been sentenced to 19 years in a Missouri prison for the fatal shooting in September 2015 of Justin Williams, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1056. KC man charged in August 2016 fatal car wreck that took life of Gary Dramshek

    A Kansas City man has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the August 2016 fatal car wreck near 115th and Holmes that took the life of Gary Dramshek, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1057. Anthony Walker convicted by Jackson County jury in triple murder case

    A Jackson County jury on Monday convicted Anthony Walker of three counts of Murder 1st Degree, Burglary, Armed Criminal Action and Burglary, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1058. KC man charged in the death of his alleged accomplice in a September attempted robbery

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the death of his alleged accomplice in a September attempted robbery in south Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1059. Statement regarding officer-involved shooting near 8th and Van Brunt

    Statement from Jackson County Prosecutor's Office regarding officer-involved shooting on Wednesday near 8th and Van Brunt Read more...
  1060. 18-year-old KC man facing robbery and armed criminal action charges

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man, whose gang became the focus of a Kansas City No Violence Alliance group enforcement, now faces robbery and armed criminal action charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1061. Jackson County jury convicts KC man in fatal car wreck

    A Jackson County jury on Tuesday convicted Cedric Boyles in the June 2015 vehicular crash that killed Jeffrey Shadlow, 47, near 35th and Bellefontaine in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today.A Read more...
  1062. Grandview man, 22, charged in the fatal shooting of Keith Johnson in October

    A Grandview, Mo., man faces murder and robbery charges in connection with the Oct. 3, 2016, fatal shooting of Keith Johnson in the 9300 block of Bales in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1063. A 20-year-old KC man faces charges for firing from vehicle

    A Kansas City man faces felony charges for firing a weapon repeatedly in a residential neighbor, nearly striking undercover police officers, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1064. Raytown man charged with firing multiple times into vehicle, killing one, injuring others

    A 24-year-old Raytown, MO, man faces a murder, assault and other felony charges for firing multiple times into a stranded vehicle with four women, killing one and injuring others, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1065. KC man charged in connection with pregnant girlfriend's shooting

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the shooting this weekend of his pregnant girlfriend, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1066. Two men charged in KC shooting Wednesday that left one of them seriously wounded

    Two Kansas City men, just 17 and 19 years old, have been charged in a shooting Wednesday near 27th and VanBrunt in Kansas City that resulted in one of them being seriously wounded by gunfire, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1067. KCPD detention officer charged in alleged theft of prisoner's money

    A Kansas City, MO, Police Department detention officer has been charged with one count of misdemeanor theft for allegedly taking money from a prisoner, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1068. Independence man charged in Oct. 30 fatal shooting

    A 19-year-old Independence man has been charged in the Oct. 30 fatal shooting of Jacobsen L. Laumoli at an Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1069. KC man charged in connection with shooting his own child

    A Kansas City man has been charged with two felonies and a misdemeanor drug charge in connection with the shooting Sunday evening of a 1-year-old child, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1070. Two other suspects charged in October 2015 murder in south Kansas City

    Two other suspects have been charged in the October 2015 fatal shooting and robbery of Anthony Johnson, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1071. KC man charged in Midtown carjacking

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the carjacking of a woman's vehicle at a Midtown gas station, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1072. Jury finds Kansas City man guilty on all 14 child sex charges

    A Jackson County jury today returned guilty verdicts against James Canada Jr. on 14 counts of sodomy, rape, child molestation and incest involving three victims under 12 years old, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1073. KC NoVA holds "call-in" at KC church in effort to reduce violence

    On Tuesday evening in a Kansas City church located in the city’s urban core, about two dozen members from at least 15 groups or gangs known to operate in Kansas City attended a meeting to hear about the violence reduction strategy KC NoVA. Read more...
  1074. Media Advisory: 35th and Prospect mural, community event on Thursday

    For weeks, community partners, police, prosecutors and others have worked on completing a mural to beautify the blighted corner of 35th and Prospect Avenue. The effort will near completion Thursday (Nov. 3) in an interactive event, 5 to 7 p.m. Read more...
  1075. Knowing Jackson will spend life behind bars, prosecutors dismiss remaining felony charges

    Now that it is clear that the conviction of Bernard Jackson will keep him in prison for the rest of his life, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today that the remaining rape cases pending against Jackson will be dismissed. Read more...
  1076. Independence man charged in assault of a KC police officer

    A 26-year-old Independence man has been charged in connection with a reported assault on a Kansas City police officer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1077. Murder charges filed in fatal beating this week at 8th and Flora

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal beating on Wednesday of Eddie McCauley in the area of 8th and Flora in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1078. KC man, 29, charged in December 2015 deadly shooting

    A Kansas City man, 29, has been charged in the murder of Marlon Hill, who was fatally shot on Dec. 6, 2015, in the 2200 block of East 85th Street in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1079. Murder charge filed in Independence road rage incident

    A 39-year-old Independence man, who was arrested today in South Dakota, faces a murder charge in the fatal shooting on Sunday of 22-year-old Whitney Gray in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today Read more...
  1080. KC man charged for wounding teen in Raytown shooting

    A 17-year-old Kansas City suspect has been charged in connection with the shooting Thursday night into a group of other teens, wounding a Raytown youth, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1081. Victor Vickers sentenced to life in prison without parole for 2011 murder in KC

    A Jackson County judge today sentenced Victor D. Vickersto life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder of Edward Ewing and the wounding of another victim in a 2011 home invasion, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1082. Two men charged in fatal shooting Wednesday in Blue Springs

    Two Jackson County men were charged today in the fatal shooting early Wednesday of a 46-year-old Blue Springs man at a residence in the 1700 block of SW Parkridge, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1083. Statement regarding officer-involved shooting at 44th and Mersington

    Regarding the early-morning shooting today involving Kansas City Police officers, a prosecutor responded today to the scene. The incident is under investigation. Read more...
  1084. Jackson County jury convicts Christopher Perkins in March 2015 murder of Kelvin Paige

    A Jackson County jury today convicted prior offender Christopher Perkins in March 2015 fatal shooting of Kelvin Paige near 25th and Harrison in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1085. Blue Springs man charged in shooting Thursday of ex-girlfriend

    A Blue Springs man was charged today in the shooting Thursday of an ex-girlfriend, who was bound at the wrists, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1086. Jackson County jury convicts second KC man in murder of Dionte Greene

    A Jackson County jury has convicted a second KC man in the Halloween 2014 murder of Dionte Greene, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1087. KC man charged in Aug. 24 fatal shooting of Rockey Bradley

    A 30-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the murder of Rockey Bradley who was fatally shot in the parking lot of a gas station near 27th and Indiana on Aug. 24, 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1088. Lee's Summit man charged in fatal shooting of his brother

    A 24-year-old Lee's Summit man has been charged in the fatal shooting of his brother on Wednesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1089. Jackson County jury convicts Independence woman of husband's murder

    A Jackson County jury has convicted an Independence woman of the March 2014 murder of her 65-year-old husband, Charles Stephens, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1090. Murder charges filed in fatal shooting of Marcus Mondaine

    A Grandview man has been charged in the murder this weekend of Marcus Mondaine, who was found shot inside a Kansas City apartment, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1091. Murder suspect charged, arrested in Oklahoma

    A 20-year-old Kansas City man faces a 1st Degree Murder charge in fatal shooting of Torrence Evans in late September, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1092. Independence man charged with statutory rape

    An Independence man faces statutory rape charges for alleged sexual relations with a girl that began in December 2014 when the victim was as young as 14, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1093. Jackson County jury convicts Independence man in October 2014 fatal shooting

    A Jackson County jury today convicted an Independence man in the October 2014 fatal shooting of Samuel Hewitt, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1094. Driver for accused murderer now facing her own felony charges

    The woman who drove a man accused of shooting Jacob Brantner to a grocery store parking lot in April 2016, where Brantner was fatally shot, now faces felony charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1095. KC man charged with fleeing police, DWI and crashing into Independence cafe

    A Kansas City man has been charged with fleeing police, DWI and crashing into Independence cafe, causing an estimated $200,000 damage, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1096. Woman charged with manslaughter in fatal Interstate 435 crash

    A 19-year-old Kansas City woman who was driving under the influence of alcohol has been charged with manslaughter in an early morning crash that killed a man and injured another person, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1097. Second accused Brookside burglar nabbed by KCPD in two days

    A 28-year-old man, the second accused this week of burglarizing Brookside homes, faces felony counts after he is arrested inside a resident's shed, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1098. Accused Brookside burglar nabbed by KCPD, charged with felonies

    A 34-year-old KC felon was caught by KCPD inside a Brookside home on Wednesday and the defendant now faces multiple felony counts, including Burglary in the 1st Degree, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1099. Father charged in death of Daiza Bausby in March 2016

    The father of Daiza Bausby, an 18-year-old Kansas City high school student found dead in a south KC motel in March, has been charged with the murder of his daughter, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1100. KC man sentenced to 22 years in prison for causing wreck that killed KCPD investigator

    A 31-year-old Kansas City man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for causing the death of Michael Chou, a KCPD crime scene investigator, in July 2013, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1101. KC man charged in rape of 14-year-old girl

    A 21-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the sexual assault of a 14-year-old victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1102. Response to recent stories on crimes against children

    The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office released today a statement on the recent stories regarding the investigations by Kansas City Police Department of crimes against children. Read more...
  1103. Woman charged with murder in recent KC fatal stabbing

    A Kansas City woman has been charged with murder in the recent fatal stabbing of George Hamilton outside a residence on East 35th Street, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1104. Highway shooter in KC pleads guilty; will serve 30 years

    Mohammed Whitaker, 30, the man suspected in a series of shootings in 2014 on Kansas City-area highways, has pleaded guilty to 20 felony charges and will serve 30 years in prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1105. KC man charged in Lee's Summit robbery on Sunday

    A 28-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with a robbery Sunday at Rush Hour in Lee's Summit, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1106. KCK man charged in early Sunday shootings in Westport

    A Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged in connection with the 3 a.m. shootings in Westport that injured seven persons, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1107. KC man sentenced to prison for CoCo Key murder

    Divonte Lewis, 25, was sentenced today to 23 years in prison for the fatal shooting in May 2015 of Ryshun Bell at a Kansas City's CoCo Key waterpark, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1108. Murder charge filed in August fatal shooting of Keenon Durham

    A Kansas City man who fired a gun into a home in the 5700 block of Manchester on Aug. 19, 2016, killing Keenon Durham, faces Murder 2nd Degree and other felony counts, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1109. Rape, burglary and other charges filed against Jackson County jail inmate

    A Jackson County jail inmate has been charged with rape and burglary in connection with the late-August sexual assault of a woman inmate in the Jackson County Detention Center, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1110. Driver in deadly vehicular accident faces murder, assault and DWI charges

    The driver in a Labor Day vehicular accident that killed two children and injured two others faces two counts of murder and two counts of assault and DWI charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1111. Jackson County inmate who escaped now facing an additional felony charge

    Malcolm Johnson, the Jackson County inmate who escaped in February, now faces additional felony charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1112. Lee's Summit man charged with assault for stabbing neighbor

    A Lee's Summit man has been charged with assaulting a neighbor, stabbing him Wenesday evening at least twice, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1113. KC man charged with assault in shooting Sunday on Broadmoor Road

    A 41-year-old Kansas City man faces felony charges in connection with the assault Sunday in the area of 66th and Broadmoor Road, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1114. KC man charged in connection with weekend shooting at 55th and Wabash

    A Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the shooting Saturday of a man inside a residence near 55th and Wabash Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1115. Assault charges filed against suspect for pulling gun on a KCPD officer

    An 18-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with assault on a law enforcement officer for pulling a gun on a Kansas City Police Department officer on Saturday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced tonight. Read more...
  1116. Dameron joins Prosecutor’s executive staff as governmental affairs director

    Jennifer Dameron is the new Director of Governmental Affairs and Policy for the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. “She will be a wonderful addition to this office,” Baker said. Read more...
  1117. Belton couple charged with child abuse in recent shootings at Prospect and Gregory in KC

    A Belton man and his girlfriend have been charged with child abuse for firing firearms near the children during a reported drug deal in Kansas City, causing one child to be shot, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1118. Independence man charged in Quik Trip carjacking

    A 25-year-old Independence man has been charged in the Wednesday morning robbery of a car that the owner had left running at an air pump, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1119. Charges filed against man who pointed a rifle at KC police officers

    A Kansas City man faces felony charges for allegedly pointing an AK-47 at police officers in the Northeast area of Kansas City on Sunday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1120. Prosecutors Intervene in Marijuana Lawsuit

    A dozen of Missouri’s top prosecutors, including the elected prosecutors in Jackson, Clay and Platte counties, filed a legal action today to prevent the issue of marijuana legalization from going on the November ballot. Read more...
  1121. KC man charged in Northeast KC carjacking and long Northland chase with police

    A Kansas City man has been charged with robbery for forcibly taking Tuesday night a vehicle occupied by a 91-year-old victim, who said he pushed her out of the car while it was moving, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1122. Man charged in assaults of two KC police officers

    A 54-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the assaults of two Kansas City police officers responding to help another victim last Thursday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1123. KC man charged with shooting at city workers near 8th and Olive

    A Kansas City man, already convicted of a felony, has been charged in connection with the firing of a gun on Wednesday morning at four city workers who were on duty near 8th and Olive, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1124. Grandview man wounded by resident is charged with burglary

    A 30-year-old Grandview man who was shot after he broke into a residence early today and was shot by the resident inside has been charged with burglary and armed criminal action charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1125. Felon charged in weekend morning coffee shop robberies in KC

    A 25-year-old Kansas City man, a felon convicted of robbery in 2008, has been charged in a weekend morning coffee shop robberies in midtown Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1126. KC man charged in July 5 shooting of Alvino Crawford

    A 41-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the July 5 fatal shooting of Alvino Crawford, 29, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1127. KC man, 20, charged in July fatal shooting in Lee's Summit

    A 20-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the July 16, 2016, fatal shooting of Malik Barbour in Lee's Summit, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1128. KC man faces 1st Degree Murder charge in July 14 fatal shooting

    A 27-year-old Kansas City man faces multiple felony charges, including Murder in the 1st Degree, in connection with the July 14 fatal shooting of Javon Looney and another victim, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1129. Smith sentenced to life in prison for 2015 murder of Kimberly Hertzler

    Morris L. Smith, 47, was sentenced today by a Jackson County judge to life in prison for 2015 murder of Kimberly Hertzler, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1130. KC man charged in fatal weekend stabbing

    A 56-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal stabbing on Saturday of Isaiah Jones, after an argument with the suspect, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced tonight. Read more...
  1131. KC man charged in July 17 fatal shooting in Kansas City

    A 41-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal shooting on July 17, 2016, of James Hines, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1132. KCK man charged in early morning fatal shooting of woman

    A 31-year-old Kansas City, Kan., man has been charged with the early-morning fatal shooting today of a woman, as well as endangering the lives of three children found in the residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1133. Grandview man sentenced to 7 years in prison for manslaughter

    A Grandview man was sentenced today to seven years in prison for manslaughter and child endangerment after his 14-month-old daughter and a woman died in a 2014 house fire, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1134. A 22-year-old KC man charged in Monday shooting in Independence

    A 22-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the shooting of an Independence man now in critical condition, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1135. Reported police impersonator charged in Jackson County case

    A man who allegedly pulled over a vehicle on Interstate 70 and acted as if he was a police officer, with handgun drawn, has been charged with impersonating an officer, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1136. Independence man convicted in 2014 murder of Victor Albarran

    A Jackson County Judge has found an Independence man guilty of Murder in the 2014 death of Victor Albarra, who was found in his home stabbed several times, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1137. Jackson County jury convicts Larneal Davis in death of crime lab tech

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Larneal Davis of involuntary manslaughter and other charges in connection with the 2013 traffic accident that killed Kansas City crime lab tech Michael Chou, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1138. KC man charged in the April 23 murder on Troost Avenue

    A 37-year-old Kansas City man faces 1st Degree Murder charge in connection with the April 23 fatal shooting of Derrick Wren on the sidewalk in the 5700 block of Troost Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1139. 29-year-old man charged in serious beating of 5-year-old boy

    KC man charged with assault in connection with a serious beating of a 5-year-old boy, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peter Baker announced today. Read more...
  1140. KC man now faces murder charge in death of 15-month-old

    A 31-year-old Kansas City man now faces multiple felony charges in connection with the alleged beating of a child who passed soon after a reported beating on May 29, 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1141. 18-year-old woman charged in car theft and police chase on July 4

    An 18-year-old woman has been charged in connection with a car theft and police chase on July 4 that resulted in injuries to a motorcyclist, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1142. Two charged in Raytown robbery that ends in gunfire

    Two KC men charged in Raytown burglary that ended in gunfire on July 3, 2016, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1143. Daniel Nelson sworn in as new Chief Deputy Prosecutor of Jackson County

    Daniel Nelson is the new Chief Deputy Prosecutor of the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1144. Brothers sentenced to prison for murder of Shawndray Key

    Shyreif and Teandre Carter have been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the 2015 murder of Shawndray Key, found fatally shot inside a vehicle parked in the area of 62nd and Agnes Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1145. KC man charged in murder of sister over weekend

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the murder Saturday evening of his 57-year-old sister, who was stabbed repeatedly, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1146. Jackson County man charged with threatening 16th Circuit judge

    An Independence man has been charged with Tampering with a Judicial Officer after he sent electronic messages threatening a Jackson County judge and his family, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1147. KC man charged in serious beating of another man

    A 34-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in an assault that caused serious physical injury to another man found unconscious Monday in the back seat of a parked vehicle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1148. KC man charged in rape and police chase to Wyandotte County

    A 32-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with rape, thefts of vehicles and a reckless, high-speed police chase that ended Monday when he was arrested in Wyandotte County, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1149. KC man charged in August 2015 homicide on Independence Avenue

    A 29-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the death of Tamara Dominguez, who was run over by a pickup truck early in the morning of Aug. 15, 2015, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1150. One charged in series of Midtown KC robberies this week

    A 27-year-old KC man has been charged in connection with a series of robberies Wednesday in Midtown KC, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1151. Second juvenile charged in November murder in Lee's Summit

    A second juvenile, a 14-year-old, has been charged in the fatal stabbing of Tanya L. Chamberlain who died in a Nov. 1, 2015, early-morning attack at a Lee's Summit car wash, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1152. 20-year-old KC man charged in Sunday night fatal shooting on KC's eastside

    A 20-year-old KC man has been charged in Sunday night fatal shooting near 66th and Park Avenue in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1153. Charges filed in Thursday homicide in Jackson County

    A 44-year-old Oak Grove man has been charged in the murder late Thursday of Michael Noud, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1154. Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker backs St. Louis prosecutors' efforts to protect victims

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issues statement today in support of Circuit Attorney Jennifer Joyce, saying courts must protect personal information of victims and witnesses. "Let's not make them a victim again," she says. Read more...
  1155. Co-defendant in Alexis Kane's murder pleads guilty

    A co-defendant in the murder of Alexis Kane has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in connection to her homicide in January 2015, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1156. KC man found guilty in fatal CoCo Key shooting in May 2015

    A Jackson County jury has found a 24-year-old Kansas City man guilty in the murder of Ryshun Bell at a popular KC water park in May 2015, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1157. KC man charged in late Tuesday fatal shooting near 35th and Flora

    A 34-year-old KC man has been charged in the fatal shooting late Tuesday of Ricky Frazier, who was found shot in the 3500 block of Flora Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1158. KC man charged in attempted robbery in West Bottoms

    A man who attempted to rob the Restaurant Depot in the west bottoms area of Kansas City early Monday and was shot by a security guard now faces felony charges, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1159. Mother's boyfriend charged in beating of 15-month old child

    A Kansas City man faces felony charges for allegedly beating a young child that he was caring for while the child's mother was at work, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1160. Law enforcement leaders, community partners oppose disclosure of victims' personal info

    Kansas City’s leading public safety chiefs, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker and community partners oppose a St. Louis court order to turn over to criminal defendants victims and witnesses' social security numbers and personal phone numbers. Read more...
  1161. Mother sentenced to 30 years in prison for murder of 2-year-old daughter

    A Jackson County judge sentenced Marie J. Chishahayo to 30 years in prison on Friday, after she pleaded guilty to the murder of her 2-year-old daughter and several other felonies, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1162. Judge sentences Independence man to 20 years in prison for fatal KC accident

    A Jackson County judge on Thursday sentenced an Independence man to 20 years in prison in connection with a 2014 fatal vehicular accident near 31st and Grand Avenue, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1163. Murder charges filed in 72nd and Olive shooting this month

    A First Degree Murder charge has been filed against a 35-year-old Kansas City man in the fatal shooting earlier in May of D'Adrian Bell in a residence near 72nd and Olive, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1164. Charges filed in KC homicide last Friday

    A 24-year-old Kansas City man faces Murder 1st Degree charges in connection with the fatal shooting on Friday of Tyrone London, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1165. Charges filed in recent robbery, fleeing and shooting at officers

    A Kansas City man and his suspected accomplice in a recent robbery have been charged in connection with that crime, and one was also charged with fleeing from police and shooting at officers, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1166. Jury convicts Grandview man in fatal fire case

    A Jackson County jury has convicted a Grandview man of two counts of manslaughter in connection with house fire in September 2014 that killed his 14-month-old daughter and an adult friend, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced tonight. Read more...
  1167. Jackson County jury convicts Victor D. Vickers in 2011 murder case

    A Jackson County jury today convicted Victor D. Vickers in the fatal shooting of Edward Ewing and the wounding of another victim in a 2011 home invasion, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced. Read more...
  1168. 18-year-old KC man charged in fatal shooting of Jacob Brantner

    Suspect in fatal shooting of Jacob Brantner in grocery store parking lot is charged with Murder 2nd Degree, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1169. Woman charged in fiery assault of boyfriend

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker today announced charges against a homeless woman who allegedly burned a boyfriend after she poured liquid on him while he slept and set it on fire. Read more...
  1170. Nevada man charged in connection with kidnapping, assault in Independence

    A Nevada, Mo., man has been charged in connection with an alleged kidnapping, assault and fleeing from police in Independence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1171. Tonganoxie man who fled police charged in Kansas City

    Curtis R. Ayers, a Tonganoxie man, who fled police into Kansas City, MO, on Monday, and fired a gun at motorists on U.S. 71 in the mid-afternoon, has been charged with multiple felonies by Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker. Read more...
  1172. Jackson County jury convicts Travone Shaw in connection with 2014 murder of Dionte Greene

    CORRECTED: A Jackson County jury has convicted Travone Shaw, 20, of four felonies, including Involuntary Manslaughter, in connection with the Oct. 31, 2014 fatal shooting of Dionte R. Greene, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1173. 15-year-old Lee's Summit youth faces murder charge in Tanya Chamberlain's homicide

    A 15-year-old Lee's Summit youth faces a charge of Murder in the 1st Degree in connection with the homicide of Tanya L. Chamberlain, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1174. KC juvenile faces criminal charges connected to February KC homicide

    A 15-year-old faces two sets of felony charges related to the homicide on Feb. 15, 2016 of Jaiair Strong in Kansas City and the March 2016 firing of gunshots near Central High School, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1175. Raytown man charged in alleged sexual assault

    A Raytown man faces criminal charges in connection with an alleged sexual assault and robbery on Wednesday in Raytown, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1176. Jean Peters Baker

    Two-year-old’s father facing murder charge

    The 24-year-old Kansas City man whose daughter shot herself in their residence last week now will face a murder charge, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1177. Raytown man charged today in father's stabbing

    A 21-year-old Raytown man has been charged in connection with his father's assault and stabbing, on Monday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1178. Baker honored among distinguished UMKC alumni

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker was among an impressive group of University of Missouri-Kansas City alumni who were honored last week with 2016 Alumni Achievement Awards. Read more...
  1179. Felony charges filed today against father of 2-year-old girl who was fatally shot Thursday

    A 24-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of his 2-year-old daughter in a residence Thursday in Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1180. Five child-sex charges filed against Grain Valley man

    A Grain Valley man faces multiple child-sex felonies involving two young victims, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1181. Charges in Grandview robbery

    Two robbery suspects in a Grandview gas station robbery early today are taken into custody and charged with multiple felonies. Read more...
  1182. KC man charged in home invasion, beating in Sugar Creek

    Suspect allegedly forced his way into Sugar Creek home and beat one man and threatened to set on fire that victim and another man after pouring fluid on them. Read more...
  1183. Calah Johnson pleads guilty in Bruce Watkins fatal shooting

    Calah Johnson, 35, sentenced to 15 years in prison for July 17, 2009 fatal shooting of Deanna Lieber, who was driving from Starlight Theatre with family. Read more...
  1184. Raytown woman charged for failing to obey school bus stop sign, injuring child

    Woman faces multiple felony counts after child's collarbone is broken while crossing the street at bus stop. Read more...
  1185. KC man sentenced to 23 years in 2014 murder case

    A 27-year-old KC man will serve 23 years in prison for 2014 murder Read more...
  1186. Guilty plea in child death case

    A 24-year-old man, Mirsad Hamidovic, has pleaded guilty to the murder of 2-year-old Lorenzo Estrada in January 2015. Read more...
  1187. Independence man found guilty in vehicular fatality case

    Jackson County judge convicts Independence man of Felony Murder as fatal vehicular accident occurred as a result of him fleeing from police. Read more...
  1188. KC man charged in KC car chase

    A 40-year-old KC man has been charged in the noon police chase on Thursday. Prosecutors request $50,000 bond. Read more...
  1189. Son sentenced to 12 years for father’s murder

    Kyle Webb, a 44-year-old Grandview man, was sentenced late Thursday to 12 years in a Missouri prison for causing his father’s death, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1190. Supreme Court upholds Richard Davis conviction

    The Missouri Supreme Court today upheld Richard Davis’ conviction in Jackson County and Read more...
  1191. Police officer’s conviction upheld

    In a unanimous decision, the Missouri Court of Appeals has upheld the 2014 conviction of a suspended Kansas City Police Department officer for the crime of acceding to corruption, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1192. Two other charged in March 28 homicide

    Two other Kansas City men have been charged in the fatal slaying on March 28, 2016, of Demar Swift in the area of 18th and Topping, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1193. Lee’s Summit candidate declared ineligible

    A Jackson County judge on Monday declared Franklin D. Tatro ineligible to be a candidate for Lee’s Summit City Council because of an earlier felony conviction, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1194. Prosecutor seeks to remove candidate from Lee's Summit council race

    A hearing will be held at 2:30 p.m. today before a Jackson County Judge regarding a civil action filed by the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office seeking to declare Franklin D. Tatro ineligible from seeking office on the Lee’s Summit City Council Read more...
  1195. Charges filed in fatal KC shooting

    A Kansas City man faces multiple felony counts in connection with the fatal shooting on Monday of Demar Smith, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1196. Charges filed in Independence murder

    A Kansas City man has been charged in the fatal knifing of Louis Dickey, whose body was found in her Independence residence on Tuesday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1197. VICTIMNET PRESENTS A Crime Victims' Rights Week

    VICTIMNET PRESENTS A Crime Victims’ Rights Week Commemorative Event Thursday, April 14, 2016 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Power & Light District KC Live Block 14th Street & Grand Avenue Kansas City, MO Read more...
  1198. Jackson County prosecutor wins prestigious

    Michael J. Hunt, a veteran Jackson County Prosecutor who directs the office’s East Jackson County operations, has been named a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America Read more...
  1199. Charges filed in November fatal shooting

    A 26-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with the fatal shooting Nov. 7, 2015, of Kevin Durham whose body was found before noon in his parked car near 41st and Prospect Avenue, Read more...
  1200. Charges filed in Independence standoff

    An Independence man has been charged in connection with a long standoff with Independence police on Sunday Read more...
  1201. Charges filed in connection with burned infant

    An Independence woman faces a felony charge in connection with the burning of an infant she was babysitting on Saturday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1202. Jackson County man convicted of murder for deadly wreck

    A Jackson County jury on Friday evening found an Independence man guilty of felony murder and nine other felony counts in connection with a 2014 fatal vehicular accident near 31st and Grand Avenue Read more...
  1203. Convicted child molester sentenced to 20 years

    Miguel McIntosh, convicted earlier this year of molesting a 9-year-old girl, was sentenced today to prison for 20 years, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced Read more...
  1204. Second man charged in rape, kidnapping

    A second man now faces charges in connection with a rape and kidnapping at gunpoint in January in the city’s Eastside, Read more...
  1205. Charges against driver in Lee’s Summit fatal crash

    An 18-year-old Lee’s Summit man has been charged with recklessly causing the Feb. 1, 2016 vehicular accident that killed two passengers riding in his vehicle and injured another driver, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1206. Independence eluding leads to charges

    The driver of a pickup truck that refused to stop for Independence police, eventually ending at Blue Ridge Cut-off and Interstate 70 last night has resulted in multiple criminal charges, Read more...
  1207. Sexual assault of 15-year-old

    A Lee’s Summit man has been charged in connection with the reported sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1208. Charges in weekend chase, crash

    A Kansas City man faces multiple felony counts in connection with a weekend chase in Kansas City with police that ended in a crash in which multiple persons were injured, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1209. Woman pleads guilty in child’s death

    A Kansas City woman has pleaded guilty to the multiple felony counts in connection with the 2015 death and injury of two of her children, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1210. Two charged in New Year’s Day slaying

    A Kansas City man and woman have been charged in connection with the New Year’s Day 2016 murder of Sederick J. Jones and the wounding of another person, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1211. Sword-wielding man leads police on chase

    A man who displaying a sword or machete in a Raytown gas station parking lot has been charged with multiple felonies, including assault, endangerment of a child and fleeing Read more...
  1212. Man charged in connection with officer’s shooting

    An Independence man has been charged in connection with the shooting on Wednesday of an Independence police officer who was responding to a call at a hotel on US 40 Highway Read more...
  1213. Charges in Monday shooting

    A 34-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in connection with a shooting Monday of a man in the 4900 block of East Linwood, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1214. Two men charged in connection with 3-year-old’s fatal shooting

    Two Kansas City men have been charged with 1st Degree Murder in connection with the May 31, 2015, fatal shooting in Kansas City of 3-year-old Amorian Hale, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1215. Charges in Grain Valley kidnapping, assault

    A Grain Valley, Mo., man has been charged in the alleged kidnapping in November 2015 of a woman he took to a remote location, held her for days, threatened her life and assaulted her, Read more...
  1216. Bobbie Stone addresses media

    Charges filed in Raytown man’s fatal shooting

    On May 13, 2012, Raytown resident Harry Stone, 60, was on a morning jog. He was on Blue Ridge Blvd when a dark car passed by near 67th Street. Someone in the passing vehicle shot Stone who collapsed alongside the road. Read more...
  1217. Charges filed in 1986 rape; Case marks final cold-case grant filing

    A 36-year-old Kansas City woman was walking to her car in Kansas City’s east bottoms on July 9, 1986, when two men forced her into the back of her vehicle. They threatened, restrained and sexually assaulted her. Read more...
  1218. Four charged in assault, robbery and chase

    Four men have been charged with a home invasion and robbery, brandishing a weapon at a McDonald’s employee in Independence, robbing another man on Truman Road and then leading police on a car chase that went from Independence to the Northland Read more...
  1219. Two charged in double homicide

    Two Kansas City men, one 20 and the other 21 years old, have been charged in connection with the fatal gun shootings of Fanandous Groves and Gerrod Woods on Dec. 14, 2015, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1220. Baker issues statement on KCPD investigation

    Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issued the following statement today after KCPD announced an investigation of its Crimes Against Children Unit: Read more...
  1221. Manslaughter charges filed in 2015 wreck

    A 31-year-old Kansas City man faces felony charges in connection with a September 2015 traffic accident on U.S. 71 Highway that killed one person and injured two others, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1222. One charged in KC rape

    A 20-year-old man has been charged in connection with a reported rape and kidnapping in east Kansas City, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1223. Jacole Prince ordered to prison for 34 years

    Jackson County Judge J. Dale Youngs on Friday sentenced Jacole Prince, whose daughter LP was found malnourished and locked in a closet, to 34 years in state prison, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1224. Charges in Jan. 9 gun slaying

    A 19-year-old Kansas City man has been charged in the Jan. 9, 2016, fatal shooting of Hollis Burgin III, whose body was found in the 3300 block of Bridge Manor Drive, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced Read more...
  1225. Messina honored by KCMBA

    Former Jackson County Circuit Judge Edith Messina, who joined the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office earlier this year, was honored Friday by the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Read more...
  1226. Charges in Independence murder

    A homeless Independence man has been charged in the murder of Charles Younger, whose body was found New Years Day inside an Independence residence, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced Read more...
  1227. Guilty plea in murder of Shaundra Thomas

    Freddie Price, 34, pleaded guilty Thursday to Murder 2nd Degree in connection with the June 4, 2014, murder of Shaunda Thomas, whose body was found in the outdoor playground outside a Kansas City apartment complex Read more...
  1228. Early New Years Day wreck brings charges

    Felony criminal charges have been filed against the driver of a vehicle involved in a traffic accident that injured a passenger in his vehicle, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced Read more...
  1229. Murder, assault charges filed in Northeast shooting rampage

    Fifteen felony counts were filed today against a 27-year-old Kansas City man who is accused of taking the life of an unsuspecting 17-year-old, Gabriel Avila, Read more...
  1230. Charges in Grandview hit-and-run

    A 41-year-old Grandview man faces felony charges in connection with a vehicle striking a pedestrian in Grandview early Sunday, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced Read more...
  1231. Solar energy theft involved area churches

    Two Jackson County men face multiple felony charges in connection with theft and deceptive business practices in their solar energy company’s dealings with area churches and businesses, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced Read more...
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    As prosecutor, Jean Peters Baker welcomes visitors to this website, where they can learn more about the activities of the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office.

    The office’s most essential task is the daily prosecution of criminal cases on behalf of crime victims. We file about 7,000 criminal charges per year, so that is a big task. But we also embrace our role in this community to work jointly with community partners to improve public safety with effective strategies that reduce and prevent crime, especially violence.

    Crime injures not only the victim, but also the community as a whole. So we know we need the cooperation of the entire community and its citizens to achieve the fullest measure of justice and repair the harm that follows crime – for the crime victim and for the community.

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