A double homicide occurred inside a residence on the 600 block of West Vine Street in Junction City, Kansas, on January 26, 2022. Officers arrived at about 12:34 p.m. after a report of a man with a suspected gunshot wound and found two men inside with fatal gunshot injuries. One victim, 26-year-old Blake McCoy of Junction City, was pronounced dead at the scene. The other was identified as 42-year-old Jeremy John Brown of Pottawatomie County.

Investigators say McCoy and Brown were acquainted. Police told the public they did not believe there was an ongoing threat to the community. Few details about what led to the shootings have been released, and authorities have not named any suspects or announced arrests as the investigation remains active.

If anyone has information about the deaths of Blake McCoy or Jeremy John Brown, please contact the Junction City Police Department.