Crime
20-year-old Naomi Oglesby killed in Wichita shooting
WICHITA, KS — A 20-year-old woman is dead following an early morning shooting on Sunday in central Wichita, according to the Wichita Police Department.
At approximately 4:28 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of South Laura Avenue in response to a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located a female victim, identified as Naomi Oglesby, suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds.
She was transported to a nearby hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.
At the scene, officers also located and detained the suspect, identified as 19-year-old Matthew Wayne Criscenzo.
Authorities confirmed that the suspect and victim were known to each other, though the specific nature of their relationship has not yet been disclosed.
The Wichita Police Department has confirmed that this remains an active and ongoing investigation.
No further details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting have been released at this time.
Police are urging anyone with additional information that may assist in the investigation to contact the Wichita Police Department or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning during a domestic altercation at an apartment on Mel Smith Road, located in an unincorporated area outside New Albany.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) received the initial emergency call at approximately 5:39 a.m. on November 15, 2025, reporting a disturbance involving family members.
While officers were en route, additional information indicated that shots had been fired inside the residence.
Upon arrival, deputies encountered a domestic situation involving a mother and her two adult sons.
Officers immediately secured the scene and began administering medical aid to one of the men who had sustained gunshot wounds.
The second male remained at the location and cooperated fully with responding officers.
The injured individual was transported to a nearby hospital; however, he later died as a result of his injuries.
Detectives with the Floyd County Criminal Investigations Division (CID) have taken over the case and processed the scene for evidence.
Early findings suggest the shooting may have occurred in self-defense, though officials emphasize that the investigation is still in its preliminary stages.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the incident was isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Authorities state that additional updates will be released as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.
The case remains active.