KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department said a victim is in life-threatening condition after a shooting Tuesday afternoon.
KCPD responded to a report of panic or duress in the 5700 block of Independence Avenue around 12:55 p.m. Tuesday.
Upon arrival to the scene, officers located a victim who had been struck by gunfire.
The victim was alert and talking, but was in life-threatening condition, per KCPD.
Police say the victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
This story is developing and will be updated as additional information is available.
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