Kansas City Jury Convicts Brothers in Double Murder
A jury found Marques and Marquan Smith guilty of killing two men in a 2022 shooting.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Violence
A jury has convicted brothers Marques and Marquan Smith of second-degree murder in the 2022 double homicide of Montez Mack and Leerick Kelley. The convictions follow a trial regarding the shooting that occurred in Kansas City.
Why it matters
The convictions resolve a high-profile legal case concerning a double homicide that took place near 28th Street and Prospect Avenue. The jury delivered the guilty verdicts after the defendants were initially charged with first-degree murder.
A jury convicted Marques and Marquan Smith of two counts of second-degree murder, three counts of armed criminal action, and one count of unlawful use of a weapon. The brothers are currently awaiting sentencing for these crimes.
The players
Marques Smith
He is a defendant convicted by a jury for his involvement in a double homicide.
Marquan Smith
He is a defendant convicted by a jury for his involvement in a double homicide.
Montez Mack
He was a 20-year-old victim who died at the scene of the 2022 shooting.
Leerick Kelley
He was a 20-year-old victim who died at the scene of the 2022 shooting.
The details
The shooting resulted in the deaths of 20-year-old Montez Mack and 20-year-old Leerick Kelley, who were killed at the scene in late 2022. The brothers were taken into custody by authorities shortly after the incident occurred.
Timeline
The double homicide occurred on Nov. 22, 2022.
The jury delivered the guilty verdict on Oct. 21, 2026.
The brothers are scheduled for sentencing on Dec. 11, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows the legal trajectory established by the 2022 Kansas City double homicide investigation. The convictions represent the resolution of a violent crime trial within the local judicial system.
The resolution of this case provides clarity to the community regarding a 2022 incident that occurred near 28th Street and Prospect Avenue. Residents may see continued legal reporting as the defendants await their upcoming sentencing date.
The takeaway
The jury's decision brings a definitive end to the trial portion of this criminal investigation. Families and residents of Kansas City can expect further procedural updates when the sentencing phase begins in December.
What happens next
The brothers are scheduled to appear in court for sentencing on December 11, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local legal proceedings, visit the Kansas City Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KMBC 9.
