Topeka Judge Sentences Nassir Gill to 18 Years
The 21-year-old received the prison term following his guilty plea for the 2025 shooting death of Kingston Scott.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Criminal Justice
A Shawnee County judge sentenced 21-year-old Nassir T. Gill to 18 years in prison for his role in the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Kingston Scott. The incident occurred in November 2025 at Southeast 37th Street and Southeast Adams Street.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes the legal process for one of the two individuals accused in the shooting death that occurred in Topeka last year. A second suspect remains in the judicial system awaiting further court action.
Gill received 176 months for second-degree murder, 32 months for attempted firearm discharge, and 12 months for discharge at a dwelling. He faces an additional 36 months of post-release supervision following his term.
The players
Nassir T. Gill
He is a 21-year-old resident who pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and firearm-related charges.
Kingston Scott
He was a 16-year-old victim who died after suffering gunshot wounds in November 2025.
Dasanee D. Curry
He is a 21-year-old individual charged for his alleged role in the shooting incident.
The details
Police arrested Gill on February 22, 2026, after he was identified in the shooting that left Scott with fatal wounds. Gill pleaded guilty to the three charges in August 2026 before receiving his final sentencing on October 15, 2026.
Timeline
November 22, 2025: Kingston Scott was shot at Southeast 37th Street and Southeast Adams Street.
February 22, 2026: Police arrested Nassir T. Gill.
August 2026: Nassir T. Gill entered a guilty plea to three charges.
October 15, 2026: The judge handed down the prison sentence.
October 27, 2026: Dasanee D. Curry is scheduled for a court appearance.
Legal Context
The sentence follows mandatory sentencing protocols established under the Kansas Sentencing Guidelines Act. These statutes dictate how firearm-related charges are weighed against underlying criminal counts in local courts.
This sentencing concludes the prosecution of one primary suspect in a high-profile local shooting case. Residents in the area near Southeast 37th Street and Southeast Adams Street may note the legal resolution as the investigation into remaining suspects continues.
The takeaway
This case illustrates the legal consequences for firearm violence within city limits. Local court records reflect the application of mandatory sentencing statutes for individuals convicted of second-degree murder.
What happens next
Dasanee D. Curry is scheduled to appear in court on October 27, 2026, regarding his alleged role in the shooting.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings in the region, visit the Criminal Justice section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KSNT 27.
