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SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a fatal shooting have identified the victim as Aaron D. Shepherd, 49 of Topeka, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Spiker.
Just before 5a.m. Thursday, police responded to report of a shooting in the 1200 Block SW 17th Street in Topeka, according to Lt. John Sturgeon.
At the scene, officer found Shepherd with a gunshot wound. Emergency crews transported him to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to Sturgeon.
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SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting.
Just before 5a.m. Thursday, police responded to report of a shooting in the 1200 Block SW 17th Street in Topeka, according to Lt. John Sturgeon.
At the scene, officer found an adult man with a gunshot wound. Emergency crews transported the victim to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to Sturgeon.
Police have not released the victim's identity or reported an arrest.