Gerald Avery dies in fatal Topeka shooting.
Fatal Topeka shooting death of Gerald Avery.
Law enforcement authorities confirmed that Gerald Avery, aged 33 and identified as a resident of Topeka, was the sole fatality discovered shot during a disturbance occurring early on July 21st at the Kwik Shop located at 4500 SW Topeka Blvd.
Initial information disclosed by police on July 23rd mentioned that another male individual was present during the incident but suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Details regarding this other person’s identity or condition were not released.
According to the probe, no arrests had been made by the time of the update.
Further confirmation from Topeka police indicated that the fatal gunshot wound was discovered at the specified Kwik Shop location on July 21st.
The convenience store, which operates 24 hours daily, was the scene of the reported shooting around 2:15 a.m.
Upon arrival, police officers found Gerald Avery and transported him to a local medical facility, where he subsequently passed away.
This incident represents the eleventh homicide recorded in Topeka for the current year, as reported by the police spokesperson.
No further updates or details regarding the ongoing investigation were provided to the public.
