For Immediate Released
June 30, 2025
Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson today announced felony charges against a Kansas City man in connection with a fatal shooting that took place at a residence near Linwood Boulevard and Jackson Avenue.
De’Onte Thompson faces 2nd Degree Murder and one count of Armed Criminal Action. *
According to court records, Kansas City police were dispatched to the area of Linwood Road and Jackson Avenue on June 21, and located the victim suffering from gunshot wounds inside a residence. He was transported to an area hospital and pronounced deceased.
Based on witness reports and cell phone data placing the defendant at the scene of the crime at the same time, detectives determined the defendant shot the victim in his residence and then fled the scene.
The defendant is being held without bond.
* 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