May 30, 2021

Police ID Kansas woman who died in Saturday shooting

Posted May 30, 2021 9:40 PM
Deputies in Jackson County arrested Young and another woman for alleged drug distribution in December, according to Sheriff Tim Morse
Deputies in Jackson County arrested Young and another woman for alleged drug distribution in December, according to Sheriff Tim Morse

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a fatal shooting have identified the victim as  Shakeita Young, 32, of Topeka.

Just after 5 a.m. Saturday, police were dispatched to the 1800 block of NE Burgess Court in Topeka in reference to a shooting, according to Lt. Shane Hilton.

First responders found Young suffering from a gunshot. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police released no additional details Sunday afternoon.

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SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting.

Just after 5 a.m. Saturday, police were dispatched to the 1800 block of NE Burgess Court in Topeka in reference to a shooting, according to Lt. Shane Hilton.

First responders found one victim suffering from a gunshot. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

Police released no additional details early Saturday.