Wichita, Kansas – A late-evening shooting in southeast Wichita on Thursday unfolded after an armed home invasion, according to police. Investigators say the man who was shot was one of the robbery suspects and is now recovering in the hospital under police custody.
Incident Overview
The shooting occurred around 7:30 p.m. Thursday near Edgemoor and Harry streets in southeast Wichita. Authorities say a 21-year-old woman was inside her home when three armed individuals forcibly entered, kicking in the door and committing a robbery. During the incident, a confrontation escalated outside the home, leading to gunfire and one suspect being critically injured.
Timeline of Events
Police report that while the robbery was in progress, the woman’s boyfriend arrived at the residence with a friend. As they approached, one of the suspects exited through the front door and allegedly pointed a firearm at the boyfriend, ordering him to get on the ground.
A struggle over the weapon followed. As the boyfriend’s friend was stepping out of the vehicle, shots were fired during what police described as an exchange of gunfire. One of the suspects, a 22-year-old man, was struck multiple times.
Details From Police and Officials
Officers stationed at a nearby substation heard gunshots and were simultaneously alerted by the city’s gunshot detection system, which pinpointed the exact location of the shooting. This rapid alert allowed officers to reach the scene quickly and provide immediate aid.
A spokesperson for the Wichita Police Department said the technology played a critical role in the response, stating:…