Law enforcement officials in Kansas City, Missouri, are actively searching for 28-year-old Naim Coody-Burnett, who is wanted in connection with a fatal shooting incident. The suspect is accused of killing 35-year-old Kierra McGee during an incident that occurred in the early morning hours of August 2, 2026. According to the Kansas City Police Department, officers were dispatched to the area near the intersection of Van Brunt and Independence Avenue just before 4 a.m. on that date following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered McGee unresponsive in the parking lot of an O’Reilly Auto Parts store. Emergency medical services were called to the scene, but McGee was pronounced deceased. The Kansas City Police Department has formally identified Coody-Burnett as the suspect in this homicide and is urging the public to remain vigilant. Authorities have issued a strict warning that anyone who spots Coody-Burnett should immediately notify law enforcement and must not attempt to approach or confront him. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are seeking information regarding the suspect's current whereabouts. Members of the public who have any information that could assist in locating Coody-Burnett are asked to contact the KCPD homicide unit directly. The tip line number provided for the public is 816-234-5330. This case remains an active priority for the department, and officials continue to appeal to the community for assistance in bringing the suspect into custody. The incident has drawn attention to safety concerns in the area, and police are reminding residents to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity. As of this report, Coody-Burnett remains at large, and the investigation is proceeding with the goal of identifying and apprehending the individual responsible for the deadly shooting.