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1 injured in shooting near IRS building in KCMO

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Posted at 7:33 AM, Jan 02, 2024
and last updated 2024-01-02 10:41:51-05

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Just after 7 a.m. Tuesday, a shooting victim was located at Union Station.

Kansas City, Missouri, police said the shooting took place outside near the IRS building across the way at West Pershing Road.

An initial investigation of the incident led police to believe an argument at a bus stop close by led to the violence.

The victim suffered a single gunshot wound, and his injuries are thought to be non-life-threatening, per KCPD.

No suspect is in custody. Investigation into the shooting is ongoing.

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