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Apr 21, 2026

Search continues for Kansas suspect in fatal shooting

Posted Apr 21, 2026 11:00 AM
Smith photo Topeka Police
Smith photo Topeka Police

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement investigating a deadly shooting in Topeka continue the search for the suspect in the death of 22-year-old Devin David-Lee Hoadley of Topeka, according to a statement from police.

Just after 1 p.m. Monday, police responded to an assault shooting call in the 200 block of SE 29th Street, according to a media release. First responders learned of a man later identified as Hoadley who received a gunshot wound. American Medical Response transported him  to a local hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. He later died.  

ith as shown in photos from 2023, 2024 and 2026-Topeka Police
ith as shown in photos from 2023, 2024 and 2026-Topeka Police

The Topeka Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a person of interest in the case identified as 20-year-old Tayvian Smith.

If you have any information regarding this person of interest, please contact TPD Detective  Riggin at 785-368-9503 or contact Crime Stoppers at the information shown below.