Police ask for tips after suspect taken into custody in deadly Lawrence stabbing

LAWRENCE, Kan. — UPDATE: August 31, 11:35 a.m. | The Lawrence Police Department has announced that they have a suspect in custody.

25-year-old Keisonn Smith Jr. , of Topeka is in the Douglas County Correctional Facility accused of stabbing 20-year-old McMillin Tutu several times in the chest and abdomen.

Investigators have interviewed several witnesses, but is asking anyone who recognizes Smith from that night, or who may have relevant video to call dispatch at 785-843-0250. Anonymous tips call also be given to Crime Stoppers of Lawrence and Douglas County at 785-843-TIPS (8477).

ORIGINAL STORY | A 20-year-old man from Kansas City, Missouri, was stabbed overnight near 7th and Massachusetts streets in Lawrence, Kansas.

Officers were called to the area around 2:40 a.m. due to a disturbance. They found the victim lying on the sidewalk.

LKPD says the victim was transported to an area hospital, but died from his injuries.

The suspect is still at large, police said.

Investigators are still on scene gathering evidence, and people are asked to avoid the area.

LKPD is asking any businesses that may have cameras in the area, and any additional witnesses, to call dispatch at 785-843-0250.

You can also submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Lawrence and Douglas County at 785-843-TIPS.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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