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A man found shot to death inside a vehicle Thursday night in Shreveport has been identified as Choncy Moore.

According to the Shreveport Police Department, officers responded just after 11 p.m. to reports of shots fired in the 700 block of West 70th Street near St. Vincent Avenue and Dowdell Street.

When officers arrived, they found Moore dead inside a yellow car suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

Investigators say a possible suspect dressed in all black reportedly came around a building and opened fire while Moore was inside the vehicle.

No arrests have been made at this time, and police say the investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Shreveport police.

Keely Marie Baker Identified as Woman Killed in Overnight Kansas City Shooting

A woman killed in an overnight shooting in Kansas City has been identified as Keely Marie Baker, a mother of 4

According to police, officers responded just after 12:45 a.m. Thursday to the 400 block of Wallace Avenue near Wilson Road following reports of a shooting.

When officers arrived, they were directed to the backyard of a home where they found Baker suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite life-saving efforts by officers and emergency responders, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

While police were investigating, a man arrived at a nearby hospital with a gunshot wound. Authorities say he is expected to survive his injuries.

Investigators believe an argument involving multiple people occurred before the shooting. No arrests have been made at this time.

The investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Two men were killed in a shooting at a home in Kent late Tuesday night, according to police.

Officers responded around 10:22 p.m. to reports of gunfire at a residence along 120th Place SE. Callers told police they heard an argument followed by the sound of cars speeding away from the area.

When officers arrived, they reportedly heard someone yelling from behind the home and discovered two shooting victims. Both men died despite life-saving efforts from officers and emergency responders.

One of the victims has been identified as 25-year-old Denzel Pressley, a Seattle man. The second victim’s identity has not yet been released.

Police say the suspects remain at large but are believed to have known the victims. Detectives continue to process the scene and interview witnesses as the investigation remains ongoing.

Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Kent police.

A woman who was shot and killed while working at a Steak ‘n Shake in Bellefontaine has been identified as 32-year-old Chauncia La’Shell Meekins.

According to St. Louis County Police Department, the shooting happened around 11:35 p.m. Wednesday at the Steak ‘n Shake on the 11000 block of Bellefontaine Road.

Police say officers arrived to find Meekins and a male coworker both suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators say the violence began after a confrontation in the drive-thru between employees and people inside a vehicle. During the argument, someone inside the vehicle allegedly pulled out a gun and fired through the drive-thru window before fleeing the scene.

Meekins was pronounced dead at the scene. Her coworker was taken to the hospital with injuries that are not considered life-threatening.

No arrests have been made at this time. Detectives are continuing to investigate and are asking anyone with information to contact police or CrimeStoppers.

Family and friends are mourning Meekins’ death as loved ones remember her life and the tragic circumstances surrounding her passing.

A fatal shooting at a west Toledo apartment complex is under investigation after a man died from his injuries Wednesday morning.

According to police, officers responded just before 6:30 a.m. to the 5700 block of Talmadge Road following reports of gunfire.

When they arrived, officers found 27-year-old Shemar Porter in the parking lot suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

At this time, no suspects have been identified, and investigators have not released details about what may have led to the shooting.

The investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to gather more information.

A 16-year-old boy has been identified after a deadly drive-by shooting Tuesday morning in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago.

Police say Kenyae Franklin, 16, was fatally shot around 9:13 a.m. in the 7800 block of South Coles Avenue, near 78th Street and Coles Avenue, close to a local church.

Officers responded to reports of a shooting and found Kenyae suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the head and body. He was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.

According to preliminary information, Kenyae was walking outside when a white vehicle approached. The vehicle reportedly had three to four individuals inside, and one of them opened fire before they fled the scene.

No arrests have been made at this time. Area 2 detectives are continuing to investigate and are working to identify those responsible.

Authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.

A man has died and a suspect is now in custody following a shooting at a gathering in the Needham community, east of Jonesboro, Arkansas.

According to the Craighead County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to 6888 Highway 18 East around 1:30 a.m. Sunday after reports of gunfire.

When officers arrived, they found a man identified as Courtney Mullins dead at the scene from an apparent gunshot wound. Authorities believe he was from Mississippi County.

During the investigation, deputies identified a suspect as Demetri Allen. He was later arrested on Monday during a traffic stop along Interstate 55 near the Mississippi-Crittenden County line.

Allen is currently being held in the Craighead County Detention Center and has been charged with first-degree murder. He is expected to appear in court later this week.

Officials say the shooting happened outside in a parking lot during a large gathering at the location. Investigators are still working to determine what led to the incident.

Authorities also noted that law enforcement has responded to calls at the same address in the past.

The event had reportedly been promoted on social media as a weekend gathering featuring live performances and VIP sections.

The investigation remains ongoing.