Raytown police investigate fatal shooting of juvenile male near Raytown High School

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Raytown police are investigating the shooting death of a juvenile male Wednesday afternoon.

Officers were called just after 1:20 p.m. to 6024 Blue Ridge Boulevard, which appears to be a gas station near Raytown High School.

Police said a juvenile male with a gunshot wound was transported to an area hospital. The victim later died.

No suspects are in custody, but the investigation is ongoing.

A spokesperson with the Raytown School District told KSHB 41 that an email was sent to Raytown High, Central Middle and Raytown Success Academy families about the increased police presence nearby.

Students and staff were asked to remain inside until the area had been cleared; students have since been dismissed.

"The safety and security of our students and staff remains our top priority," the note to families stated.

This is a developing story and may be updated.

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