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Posted on: June 6, 2025

Prosecutor Johnson announces charges against fifth suspect in Kansas City burglary ring

For Immediate Release

June 6, 2025

Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson today announced felony charges against a fifth suspect for his alleged involvement in an organized ring responsible for multiple burglaries across the Kansas City area.

Michael L. Hill faces six counts of 2nd Degree Burglary and one count of 1st Degree Property Damage. *

Investigators allege that there are at least six suspects part of the organized burglary group who follow a consistent pattern when burglarizing businesses.   

Hill is being held without bond. 

The investigation is ongoing.  

*Charges are only accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until the defendant is either found guilty or pleads guilty. 

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Media Contact: 

Jazzlyn Johnson

Director of Communications 

Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office 

415 E 12th Street

Kansas City, MO - 64106

(816) 929-1289 

jazzlyn.johnson@jacksongov.org 

https://www.jacksoncountyprosecutor.com

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