In the early hours of a winter morning in Kansas City, Missouri, the life of Anthony M. Rice, a 51-year-old man, was tragically cut short. On February 15, 2020, police responded to a call of a shooting at 1027 E. 9th Street. Upon arrival, they discovered Mr. Rice suffering from a gunshot wound to his head. He was immediately transported to an area hospital, but his injuries proved to be fatal, and he was pronounced deceased.
The investigation into the death of Anthony Rice revealed a
chaotic scene. According to a witness at the location, several individuals were involved in a struggle with Mr. Rice just moments before the fatal shots were fired. In the midst of the altercation, one of the individuals pulled out a firearm and shot Mr. Rice multiple times. Following the shooting, all the individuals involved fled the scene, leaving him gravely wounded.
The Kansas City Police Department has classified this case as an unsolved homicide. Despite the witness account, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with the murder of Anthony Rice. The authorities have appealed to the public for any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the case. A reward of up to $25,000 has been offered for information that leads to an arrest.
The investigation into who is responsible for the death of Anthony Rice remains open and active. Law enforcement continues to seek answers and justice for Mr. Rice and his family, hoping that a crucial tip from the community will help them piece together the events of that fatal morning and bring the perpetrators to account.