KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Police have identified the victim of a deadly Saturday shooting north of the Missouri River as 23-year-old Alejandro J. Meza Jr., marking yet another tragic instance of gun violence in Kansas City.

Officers responded to reports of shots fired on Saturday [insert date] in a neighborhood north of the river. Upon arrival, they discovered Meza suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency medical responders, Meza was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators have not yet released details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting or what may have led to the deadly encounter. No arrests have been made as of Sunday, and detectives continue to canvass the area for witnesses and surveillance footage.

Family and friends have begun mourning the loss of Meza, remembering him as a young man with a bright personality and deep love for his family.

“Alejandro had so much life ahead of him,” said a friend close to the family. “He didn’t deserve to go out like this. He was funny, loyal, and always had people laughing.”

Kansas City police are asking anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward. Tips can be provided anonymously through the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS (8477).

This shooting adds to a concerning rise in violent crime in the Kansas City area. Community leaders are continuing to call for solutions and support for affected families as they grapple with the growing toll.

As the investigation continues, loved ones are preparing to say goodbye to a young life taken far too soon.

Alejandro J. Meza Jr. was just 23 years old. May his family find strength, and may justice be served.