Gandi Salamed dies in fatal Kansas City shooting
Fatal Kansas City shooting death of Gandi Salamed
Kansas City police have identified the second victim in a deadly shooting incident outside a local grocery store. The fatal shooting occurred at El Mercado Fresco on Longview Road. The second person killed was Delvyon Carmichael, who was 17 years old. Detectives confirmed Carmichael’s body was found near the front entrance of the store.
Investigators responded to gunfire reports on Sunday morning and discovered Gandi Salamed, a 49-year-old business partner, deceased at the store’s entrance. Carmichael was initially transported to a hospital with severe injuries but succumbed to his wounds later. Authorities have not made any arrests in connection with this tragic incident.
The store’s spokesperson stated that Salamed had been an integral part of the business for many years. The community expressed profound grief, with flowers and candles forming a growing memorial outside the store. Neighbors showed support, with one store employee offering condolences and assistance to the grieving business partners.
Security measures have been enhanced at the location, with a security guard now stationed at the main entrance and a police officer assigned to patrol the parking lot. A spokesperson for the Kansas City Police Department emphasized the importance of public safety in the community. Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact homicide detectives or Crimestoppers.
