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Deon Porter

Death by Force
Case Description
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Deon Porter, an 18-year-old male, was found fatally shot on the night of May 5, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. The incident occurred just after 10:30 p.m. on U.S. 71 Highway near 75th Street. Passing drivers noticed a person lying in the roadway and immediately contacted emergency services. Upon arrival, Kansas City police discovered Porter suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Authorities have classified the case as a homicide and ...Read More
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  • KMBC: Kansas City police identify homicide victim near 75th Street, 71 Highway
  • KSHB 41 Kansas City News: Man shot near 75th Street, Bruce R. Watkins identified by KCPD
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    Victim Details

    Deon Porter

    Male

    Black / African American

    Kansas City

    MO

    2025-05-05

    18

    Deon

    Porter

    11/17/2025

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    I’ve been following the developments of Deon Porter's case, and it's unsettling how little we know... ...Read More
    05/19/2025
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    05/18/2025
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