Tony foster isn't who killed David payne however he is still locked up for it.

I’m really sorry—this case is painful and I hear how strongly you feel. The goal is the same as yours: for the facts to be right and for the right person to be held accountable. A jury did convict Tony Foster and the conviction was upheld on appeal, but if you have credible information that points another direction. You can organize it into a short summary and pass it to the appropriate authorities or legal contacts. If you prefer to submit it directly, you can contact the local DA’s office or police department. Anonymous tips are also an option if safety is a concern.

If there’s something that hasn’t been heard, let’s make sure it gets to people who can act on it. The truth is the goal no matter how difficult or messy.

David William Payne, a 35-year-old Caucasian man, was shot in Topeka, Kansas, on July 9, 2018. Officers responded to the 900 block of N.E. Madison Street after reports of a shooting and found Payne with a single gunshot wound. He was taken to a local hospital and died of his injuries.

Police identified and arrested a 33-year-old suspect later that night. The suspect was charged with second-degree murder and criminal possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Reports state the case moved through the courts and was resolved with a conviction and a lengthy prison sentence for the defendant.

Few public details are available about motive, events leading up to the shooting, or Payne’s life beyond brief descriptions by those who knew him. Does anyone have information about David Payne or the circumstances on N.E. Madison Street that evening?