Suspects Charged After Kansas City Double Homicide
Authorities have filed murder charges against two individuals following a fatal shooting last week.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Violence
Police have identified 40-year-old Chardae Johnson and 65-year-old Anthony Shelby as the two victims killed in a shooting at N. 7th St. and Nebraska Ave. A third unidentified person survived the incident with non-life-threatening injuries.
Why it matters
The charges follow a swift investigation into a violent shooting that left two people dead and a third wounded in a public space. Law enforcement officials have taken both suspects into custody to face prosecution for the violence.
48-year-old Elgin B. Brown faces two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder. Meanwhile, 47-year-old Myisha Donaldson has been charged with obstruction of apprehension or prosecution.
The players
Elgin B. Brown
He is the 48-year-old suspect charged with two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder.
Myisha Donaldson
She is a 47-year-old suspect charged with obstruction of apprehension or prosecution in connection with the case.
Chardae Johnson
She was a 40-year-old victim who died following the shooting incident.
Anthony Shelby
He was a 65-year-old victim who died following the shooting incident.
The details
Police were dispatched to the intersection of N. 7th St. and Nebraska Ave. at 3:30 p.m. following reports of a shooting. Emergency responders transported the three victims to a local hospital before the suspects were later arrested and extradited from the Jackson County, Missouri Jail.
Timeline
September 12, 2026: The double-homicide occurred.
September 13, 2026: Police arrested Elgin B. Brown.
Legal Context
This arrest follows the standardized investigative process established by the 2026 Kansas City violent crime reporting protocols. The case highlights how regional law enforcement agencies coordinate across state lines when suspects are apprehended in neighboring jurisdictions.
While the suspects are now in custody, the investigation remains active regarding the events that occurred at the busy intersection. Residents are encouraged to report any additional information regarding the shooting to local authorities.
The takeaway
The swift arrest of the suspects provides a sense of progress for the local community affected by the violence. Residents should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local police to assist in ongoing investigative efforts.
Further reading
For more information on local safety efforts, visit the Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by JC Post.
