Raytown High School student-athlete identified as victim of fatal shooting

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Raytown High School student-athlete was the victim of a fatal shooting Wednesday afternoon near the school.

The Raytown School District confirmed the passing of Joshua Lewis.

"Our school family wishes to express our sympathy to Joshua's family and friends," the district said in a note to Blue Jay families. "This is very difficult for our school community, we will offer support to students and staff who are grieving this loss."

The school will make counselors available starting Thursday, lasting through next week.

Raytown police responded shortly after 1:20 p.m. to the shooting at 6024 Blue Ridge Boulevard, a Casey's gas station near Raytown High School.

Lewis was transported to an area hospital, where he later died.

The investigation into the shooting remains ongoing. No one is in custody at this time.

A district spokesperson said students and staff at Raytown High, Central Middle and Raytown Success Academy were asked to remain inside while police were on the scene.

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

This is a developing story and may be updated.

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