Jessie Ross III, 37, was fatally shot in Kansas City on the evening of Saturday, February 7, 2026. Police responded to reports of a shooting at a convenience store in the 8200 block of Troost Avenue shortly after 5:30 p.m. Officers found Ross with severe head trauma; first responders performed life-saving measures and he was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. The injury was confirmed to be a gunshot wound and the death investigation was upgraded to a homicide.

Officials have identified a subject of interest and say they are reviewing investigative findings with prosecutors to determine whether charges will be filed. The investigation remains active and authorities are asking anyone with information to contact them.

Did anyone in the Kansas City area see or hear anything near Troost Avenue that evening, or have information that could help?