Feb 09, 2025

Police ID Kansas woman who died in shooting

Posted Feb 09, 2025 1:30 PM
Miller photo Shawnee Co.
Miller photo Shawnee Co.

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Police investigating a deadly shooting in Topeka have identified the victim as  Olivia Miller, 51, of Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley.

Just after 7:30 a.m. Friday, police responded to a shooting in the 2700 Block of SW Burnett Road.

Police on the scene of the investigation-photo courtesy WIBW TV
Police on the scene of the investigation-photo courtesy WIBW TV

First responders found three individuals who had life-threatening injuries. Olivia MIller was pronounced deceased on scene by medical personnel, and the other two were taken to a local area hospital.

As a result of the investigation, police arrested 29-year-old Devin Miller of Topeka on requested charges of first degree murder and aggravated battery.

Police on the scene of the investigation-photo courtesy WIBW TV
Police on the scene of the investigation-photo courtesy WIBW TV

This is the city’s 1st homicide investigation of 2025.  Police have not released details on the relationship between the suspect and the victim.