Suspect Charged in Connection to Deadly Shooting of John Buckley in South Kansas City

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Suspect Charged in Deadly South Kansas City Shooting

Kansas City, Mo. – Gregory J. Foster has been charged with second-degree murder and armed criminal action in connection to Thursday afternoon’s deadly shooting in south Kansas City. The incident occurred near E. 117th Street and Troost Avenue, south of Minor Park.

According to court documents, Kansas City police officers responded to a call reporting a shooting just after 3 p.m. on November 30th. The caller stated that he had shot someone in his basement and left the back door open for officers.

Upon arrival, officers entered the home and discovered the deceased victim, identified as 50-year-old John Buckley. Buckley was found covered with a towel, and spent shell castings were found nearby.

During questioning, Foster informed detectives that he found a note from Buckley, who shared the residence with him, stating that he had three days to move out. This discovery apparently triggered Foster’s violent response.

Court documents reveal that Foster retrieved his Glock 17 handgun and descended to the basement, where Buckley usually stayed. Upon entering the basement, Foster spotted Buckley sitting on the couch, watching television. Without hesitation, Foster approached Buckley and fired multiple shots into his chest until he collapsed.

After committing the crime, Foster went back upstairs, obtained a blanket from the closet, and returned to cover the victim.

The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation, and authorities are working to gather more evidence to determine the sequence of events leading up to the incident.

The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, and neighbors are expressing their condolences to the victim’s family.

This is an ongoing investigation, and further details are yet to be released. Foster is currently in custody and will await trial for the charges against him.

In other news, a memorial is planned for a 5-year-old child who tragically fell from a building in Kansas City. The community is coming together to support the family during this difficult time.

Additionally, a Kansas City teacher has been placed on leave after inappropriate videos were shown in class. The school district is taking the matter seriously and conducting an investigation into the incident.

As the investigation into the south Kansas City shooting continues, authorities urge anyone with information to come forward and assist in the case..