Crime
Man and woman found dead after standoff with shooting suspect in Lenexa
A neighbor’s dog was also found shot.
Lenexa police are investigating a tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of two individuals.
The incident began around 8:20 PM on Tuesday evening when officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area of Hallet Street and Mullen Road.
After locating the suspect’s residence, police attempted to negotiate with the individual, but their efforts were unsuccessful.
A tactical team was deployed to the scene, and after a two-hour standoff, officers entered the home and took the suspect into custody.
The suspect was transported to the hospital due to suspected overdose.
Following the suspect’s arrest, officers discovered the bodies of a man and a woman inside the residence.
A neighbor’s dog was also found shot.
The Lenexa Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Crimestoppers TIPS Hotline at 816-474-8477.
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of an 18-year-old in Horry County late Sunday night.
According to Horry County Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard, the victim, Davorius Mack, Jr., was discovered suffering from gunshot wounds inside his vehicle near Security Lane and Lucas Bay Road.
Mack was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries just before midnight on Monday.
An autopsy is scheduled to be conducted later this week to determine the exact cause of death.
The Horry County Police Department has not yet released additional details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting.