Crime & Courts

Police identify Wichita man killed in shooting over the weekend

Wichita police are investigating a weekend shooting that left a Wichita man dead, police spokesperson Paul Cruz said Monday.

The incident happened around 5 a.m. on Saturday in the 3800 block of East Roseberry, southeast of Pawnee and Hillside. Officers responding to the shooting call found Javari Jones, 31, of Wichita, in front of a home with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to a nearby hospital where he later died, Cruz said in a news release.

Cruz said the incident began when Jones confronted a 40-year-old man inside the home about a relationship with a woman. A struggle broke out and both men shot at each other. Jones was struck in his abdomen; the 40-year-old man in his chest.

The 40-year-old man drove himself to a nearby hospital where he was treated for his injuries, the release said.

The investigation is ongoing and the case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

Eduardo Castillo
The Wichita Eagle
Eduardo covers crime and breaking news for The Wichita Eagle. His previous work experience includes stints at KWCH 12 Eyewitness News, the local CBS affiliate in Wichita, and as a marketing manager for a local real estate team. In addition to writing, Eduardo also enjoys still photography and cinematography. News tips? email at Edcastillo@wichitaeagle.com or call 316-268-6213.
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