In the early morning hours of January 29, 2016, the life of 37-year-old Charles Anthony Bolton Jr. was tragically cut short in Kansas City, Missouri. A male, known affectionately as 'Charlie' to his friends and family, he was discovered lifeless in the doorway of a room at the Capital Center Inn located at 6101 E. 87th St. around 2 a.m. The cause of his untimely death was a fatal gunshot wound to the head, a violent end that sent shockwaves through his community and left his loved ones
grappling with immense grief.
At the time of his death, Bolton was a father to four children and was remembered by his family as a beloved son and the oldest of seven siblings. His family, including his father and sister, expressed profound sorrow and disbelief over the brutal nature of his death, emphasizing that he was a man who did not deserve such a fate. They described him as having a good heart, despite any past mistakes. On the night of the incident, he was reportedly visiting a friend at the motel.
The investigation into the death of Charles Anthony Bolton Jr. was launched by the Kansas City Police Department, but the case has been met with enduring challenges. To date, no arrests have been made in connection with his murder, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The absence of closure has compounded the pain for his family, who continue to seek justice and answers. Authorities have urged anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward, hopeful that a crucial tip might one day help them solve this senseless act of violence. The case remains an open and active investigation.
