– Deadly shooting at apartment in Kansas City
– Man charged in fatal shooting at Kansas City residence.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
In a tragic turn of events, 23-year-old Chestina Gaskin lost her life in a shooting incident that took place on Wednesday, June 26, in Kansas City. The suspect, identified as 22-year-old Travon Marcel Oliver, has been charged with second-degree murder, unlawful use of a weapon, and two counts of armed criminal action by Jackson County prosecutors.
The shooting occurred around 12 p.m. in the vicinity of E. Linwood Boulevard and Garfield Avenue. When law enforcement officers arrived at the scene, they found Gaskin inside an apartment building with a gunshot wound to the left side of her head. Tragically, she was pronounced dead on the scene.
Initially, Oliver claimed that several men had entered the apartment and shot the victim. However, he later changed his statement, according to court documents. Oliver explained that he and Gaskin had come to the apartment to spend time together. An argument ensued when Gaskin accused Oliver of infidelity.
Court documents reveal that Oliver stated Gaskin picked up his firearm from a table during the argument. He claimed to have grabbed the gun from her and started backing away. In the process, the firearm accidentally discharged, hitting Gaskin in the head. A silver Ruger 9 mm handgun was discovered in the bushes behind the apartment building.
Travon Marcel Oliver is currently being held at the Jackson County jail on a $150,000 bond. A bond review hearing is scheduled for Monday, July 8, at 1:30 p.m.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible firearm handling and conflict resolution. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Chestina Gaskin during this difficult time.
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– Man charged deadly shooting Kansas City apartment
– Man charged deadly shooting Kansas City.
