On the evening of May 29, 2023, James Mondale Allen Jr., a 24-year-old Black man, was found inside a vehicle in the 3300 block of Colorado Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri, at about 7:10 p.m. He had apparent gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical services. The Kansas City Police Department opened a homicide investigation.

Known to family and friends as Jimbo, Allen was described as a cherished son, brother, nephew, cousin, and father whose presence brought laughter and happiness to those around him. The case remained unsolved and, as of late 2024, no arrests had been made and no suspects identified publicly. The investigation was ongoing and police appealed to the public for information.

If anyone knew James, saw activity in the 3300 block of Colorado Avenue that evening, or has information that could help the investigation, please contact the Kansas City Police Department.