Kansas City, Missouri, October 23, 2025
News Summary
DeAnthony Ross faces charges of aggravated fleeing following a high-speed police chase and shooting incident on Interstate 70. The chase involved multiple law enforcement agencies and reached speeds of 100 mph. Ross was captured shortly after fleeing on foot and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Investigations are underway, with the Missouri State Highway Patrol leading the case. The trooper involved has been placed on administrative leave, and Ross remains jailed with a cash bond set at $70,000.
Kansas City police have charged DeAnthony Ross with one count of aggravated fleeing a stop or detention following a police chase and shooting incident that took place on the night of October 20, 2025. The pursuit involved several law enforcement agencies, including the Independence police, the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD), and the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The incident began when a Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper attempted to stop Ross’s vehicle on Interstate 70 near the Blue Ridge Cutoff. During the chase, Ross reached speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. The situation escalated when the trooper fired shots at Ross, who subsequently fled on foot.
Ross was captured shortly after the chase ended on 91 Terrace in South Kansas City. He sustained non-life-threatening injuries during the incident and was taken to the hospital. Fortunately, no injuries were reported for the trooper or any other law enforcement officers involved in the pursuit.
Currently, the Missouri State Highway Patrol is conducting an investigation into the shooting incident, and the trooper involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave as per standard procedure. Although a court date for Ross has not yet been set, he is currently in jail with a cash bond of $70,000.
Another individual was also arrested during the incident. The investigation is being led by the Kansas City police, which confirmed that no officers from either Kansas City or Independence discharged their weapons during the pursuit.
This chase and shooting emphasize the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in high-speed pursuits, as well as the necessity for thorough investigations following such encounters.
FAQs
What charges have been filed against DeAnthony Ross?
Charges were filed against DeAnthony Ross for one count of aggravated fleeing a stop or detention.
What happened during the police chase involving DeAnthony Ross?
The police chase occurred on the night of Monday, October 20, 2025, involving several law enforcement agencies, including the Independence police, Kansas City Police Department (KCPD), and the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
What were the circumstances surrounding the shooting incident?
The Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper shot Ross during the pursuit, which began when the trooper attempted to stop a vehicle on Interstate 70 near the Blue Ridge Cutoff.
What are the current legal proceedings for DeAnthony Ross?
A court date for Ross has not yet been set; however, he is currently in jail with a cash bond set at $70,000.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Person Charged | DeAnthony Ross |
| Charge | Aggravated fleeing a stop or detention |
| Date of Incident | October 20, 2025 |
| Location | Interstate 70 near Blue Ridge Cutoff |
| Maximum Speed During Chase | 100 miles per hour |
| Bond Amount | $70,000 |
| Injuries Reported | Non-life-threatening injuries to Ross; no injuries to law enforcement |
| Investigating Agency | Missouri State Highway Patrol and Kansas City Police |
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- KCTV5: Officer-involved shooting ends in South Kansas City
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- Kansas City Star: Summary of the shooting incident
- Encyclopedia Britannica: police chase
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