Jun 23, 2024

Homicide: Police ID man who died in Kansas shooting

Posted Jun 23, 2024 12:00 AM
Police on the scene of the investigation -photo by Eric Ives courtesy WIBW TV
Police on the scene of the investigation -photo by Eric Ives courtesy WIBW TV

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a homicide in Topeka have identified the victim as 23-year-old Brian M. Wright.

Just before 2:30a.m. Friday, police responded to a call for service regarding gunshots in the area of 3100 SW Westover Road, according to Police Lt. Jerry Monasmith.

First responders found Wright  and a woman with life-threatening gunshot injuries. The victims were transported to a local hospital by ambulance, where Wright was pronounced deceased. 

Police have not released any suspect information or reported an arrest. This is the 7th homicide investigation in Topeka in 2024, according to Police Lt. Donna Eubanks.