Ryan O. Bowman, 42, was shot in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 15, 2023 and later died of his wounds. Officers found him inside a vehicle in the 1300 block of East 89th Street around 1:30 a.m.; he was taken to a hospital and succumbed days later. Investigators later determined the shooting occurred at a convenience store in the 700 block of East 85th Street. The circumstances that led to the shooting remain unclear and no arrests or suspects have been publicly identified.

Born June 17, 1981, Bowman was described as a charismatic storyteller who loved music and who worked as a LINC coordinator, cafeteria worker, and home health aide. He had been active helping others, especially children with special needs, and his family donated his organs after his death. If anyone remembers Ryan or has information about the events around East 85th and East 89th on the morning of June 15, 2023, contact investigators.