In the autumn of 2023, the life of Micah Shane Pattison, a 44-year-old man from Kansas City, Missouri, was tragically cut short. On the afternoon of October 17, 2023, Pattison was found on a sidewalk near 44th and Montgall Avenue suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite immediate medical intervention, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Following the shooting, an alert was issued for a suspect vehicle, which was soon spotted by law enforcement near
Interstate 435 and Eastwood Trafficway. A police pursuit ensued when the driver refused to stop. The chase concluded near West Pennway, where two individuals were taken into custody in connection with the fatal shooting of Pattison. Further details regarding the identities of the suspects, any formal charges, or the progression of a trial have not been made publicly available.
Micah Pattison, born on September 9, 1979, was a native of Kansas City. He was a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Engineering, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and was recognized with an outstanding academic achievement award in 2010. Professionally, he had worked as a project manager at Tyson Foods and later as a Controls Engineer. Remembered for his quick wit and love for oldies music, Pattison had a variety of hobbies that included drawing, woodworking, and gardening. He is survived by his wife, children, stepchildren, and brothers. A memorial service was held on October 26, 2023, to honor his life.
