On the evening of June 16, 2023, Kansas City police responded to the 1300 block of Askew Avenue for reports of a shooting. First responders found a 39-year-old man, identified as Darryl G. Brown, suffering apparent gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital in critical condition and died there on June 19, 2023, the city’s 87th homicide that year.

Community members later memorialized Brown online, sharing tributes and lighting candles. As of the most recent updates in this case, no suspects have been publicly identified and no arrests reported; the investigation remains open and authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward.

If anyone knew Darryl or was in the Askew Avenue area on June 16, 2023, please contact the investigating agency with any information.