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Wichita Police investigate first homicide of 2023

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The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating the death of Ricky Beans, 44, of Wichita, which occurred in the 5200 block of W. 8th Street North on New Year's Day.

At approximately 4:28 p.m. on January 1st, WPD officers responded to an Assist Fire Department call in the 5200 block of W. 8th St. North. Fire crews has responded to the scene


after a man called 911 to report that he believed his friend was dead inside a residence at that location. Fire crews located Beans inside and pronounced him deceased.

WPD investigators responded and observed Beans with gunshot wounds. Investigators learned that Beans was at the location with several others attending a gathering at the home when an altercation occurred inside the residence which led to Beans being shot. This is believed to have occurred in the early morning hours of January 1st.

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to call WPD investigators at 316-268-4407. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can submit tips to Crime Stoppers by calling 316-267-2111. Crime Stoppers tipsters are eligible for cash reward for tips that lead to a felony arrest