TPD investigating homicide near downtown Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Topeka Police Department (TPD) is investigating a homicide near downtown Topeka Tuesday.
According to TPD on June 3, 2025, around 7:50 p.m., officers responded to the 700 block of SW Western following reports of gunshots in the area.
Officers located one person with life-threatening injuries. Medical officials later pronounced the individual deceased. This is the city’s 8th homicide investigation of 2025.
TPD is continuing to investigate. This is a developing story, and 27 News will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to email telltpd@topeka.org or contact the Topeka Police Criminal Investigation Bureau at 785-368-9400. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Shawnee County Crime Stoppers at 785-234-0007.
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