Taidyn Anderson : “Adults, Teen Jailed for Shooting Killing Kan. Toddler”

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities in Sedgwick County have announced the arrests of three individuals in connection with the tragic homicide of 1-year-old Taidyn Anderson from Wichita. The suspects have been taken into custody following a thorough investigation by the Wichita Police Department.

The incident took place just after 7 p.m. on February 19, when authorities responded to a shooting in the 2500 block of South Oliver. According to Police Lt. Aaron Moses, two adult females were also injured in the shooting, along with the tragic death of young Taidyn Anderson.

Since the shooting occurred, the WPD homicide section has been working tirelessly on the case, following up on leads, utilizing technology, and executing search warrants. Through their diligent efforts, three suspects have been identified and taken into custody.

On Thursday, the Wichita Police Department arrested three individuals, including a 17-year-old boy, 25-year-old Kveion Darnell Richard, and 21-year-old Jonathan Tillery-Matthias, all from Wichita. They are facing a requested charge of Felony Murder for their alleged involvement in this tragic case.

It has been revealed that Tillery-Matthias is currently on pre-trial supervision for Criminal Discharge of a Firearm into an Occupied Vehicle, stemming from a previous Wichita Police investigation. Richard, on the other hand, was on Parole for various charges including Criminal Discharge of a Firearm, Aggravated Burglary, Aggravated Assault, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon.

Authorities believe that the shooting incident was a targeted event that tragically resulted in the death of an innocent child. The facts of the case will be presented to Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett for further legal proceedings.