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On the morning of May 1, 2025, a domestic dispute in Riverside, Missouri, led to a police pursuit and subsequent officer-involved shooting on Interstate 29 near Kansas City International Airport.
The suspect, accused of shooting his ex-wife’s partner, was fatally shot by law enforcement after a standoff.
Timeline of Events
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| ~6:30 a.m. | Suspect allegedly shoots ex-wife’s partner at Argosy Casino parking lot. |
| ~6:35 a.m. | Riverside police initiate pursuit of suspect’s vehicle, a U-Haul truck. |
| ~6:40 a.m. | Suspect’s vehicle disabled by spike strips on I-29 near I-435. |
| 6:40–7:10 a.m. | 30-minute standoff; suspect remains in vehicle as officers negotiate. |
| ~7:10 a.m. | Suspect exits vehicle, allegedly points gun at officers; officers fire. |
| Shortly after | Suspect transported to hospital; pronounced dead from gunshot wounds. |
Details of the Incident
Initial Shooting
The incident began when the suspect allegedly shot his ex-wife’s current partner multiple times in the parking lot of the Argosy Casino. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to recover.
Police Pursuit
Following the shooting, the suspect fled the scene in a rented U-Haul truck. Riverside police initiated a pursuit that extended into Kansas City, Missouri. Law enforcement deployed spike strips, successfully disabling the suspect’s vehicle on northbound I-29 near I-435.
Standoff and Shooting
After the vehicle was stopped, a 30-minute standoff ensued, during which officers attempted to negotiate a peaceful surrender.
The suspect exited the vehicle and allegedly pointed a firearm at officers. In response, two Riverside police officers and one Platte County Sheriff’s deputy discharged their weapons, striking the suspect.
He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Aftermath and Investigation
The Kansas City Police Department is leading the investigation into the officer-involved shooting, with assistance from multiple agencies.
Northbound I-29 was closed for several hours during the investigation, causing significant traffic delays. All lanes were reopened by 12:30 p.m.
This tragic incident underscores the potential for domestic disputes to escalate into public safety threats.
Law enforcement’s swift response prevented further harm, but the event serves as a somber reminder of the dangers officers face and the importance of addressing domestic violence proactively.