Marina
On Thursday, March 13, 2025, at approximately 5:25 p.m., officers from the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) responded to reports of a stabbing at an apartment complex located in the 600 block of East Minor Drive.
Upon arrival, they discovered two female victims with injuries consistent with a physical altercation.
Details of the Altercation
- Victims’ Actions: The victims were in the process of collecting personal belongings from the apartment when they were confronted by the suspect, later identified as Alizah G. Hogan, a 20-year-old resident of Kansas City.
- Suspect’s Actions: Hogan initiated the confrontation by assaulting the victims, during which she allegedly:
- Threw items, including a laptop and a frying pan.
- Attempted to strangle one victim.
- Stabbed the other victim in the hand as she pleaded for Hogan to stop.
- Weapon Disposition: After the incident, Hogan reportedly discarded the knife in a trash can before fleeing the scene.
Suspect’s Background
Witnesses informed law enforcement that Hogan has a history of violent behavior, including previous incidents where she allegedly brandished a knife, such as holding it to someone’s throat while waiting in line at a food kitchen.
Law Enforcement Response
- Apprehension: Hogan was located within the apartment complex and taken into custody without further incident.
- Charges Filed: Jackson County court records indicate that Hogan faces the following charges:
- Assault in the Second Degree
- Assault in the Third Degree
- Armed Criminal Action
- Potential Penalties: If convicted, Hogan could face up to 26 years in prison and a fine of $10,000.
Legal Proceedings
- Bond and Hearings: As of March 20, 2025, Hogan remains incarcerated on a $25,000 bond. A bond review hearing is scheduled for March 24, 2025, with a preliminary hearing set for April 14, 2025.
The incident underscores the importance of conflict resolution and the potential consequences of violent actions.
The legal process will proceed to address the charges against Alizah G. Hogan, ensuring justice for the victims and accountability for the alleged actions.
