KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A wave of grief has swept through the Kansas City community following the tragic death of 44-year-old Sean Booth, who was fatally shot in the wooded area near Blue Valley Park on August 27.

Kansas City police said they responded to reports of a shooting around 7:40 a.m. near E. 23rd Street and Topping Avenue, where officers discovered Booth suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition, but despite lifesaving efforts, he was later pronounced dead.

For Booth’s family, friends, and neighbors, the news of his passing has been heartbreaking. Loved ones describe him as a valued, kindhearted, and cherished member of the community, someone whose presence brought comfort and joy to many. His sudden death has left a void that words cannot easily fill.

“Sean was always willing to lend a hand and cared deeply for the people around him,” one family friend shared. “It’s hard to believe he’s gone. This community won’t be the same without him.”

Authorities confirmed that a person of interest has been taken into custody, easing immediate fears of danger in the area. Police have assured residents that there is no ongoing threat to the community, though the investigation remains active as detectives work to uncover what led to the deadly shooting.

The tragedy has left Kansas City residents shaken, particularly those who frequent the Blue Valley Park area. Many have expressed concerns over recent incidents of violence in the community, while also emphasizing the need for unity and support for Booth’s grieving family.

In the coming days, family and friends are expected to organize a memorial to honor Booth’s life, allowing loved ones and neighbors to gather in remembrance of the man they admired and cherished.

As the investigation continues, Kansas City holds onto the memory of Sean Booth, remembering not only the circumstances of his passing but also the kindness, warmth, and humanity he brought into the lives of so many.