Fugitive KaShawn Roper, Wanted for Second Degree Homicide, Added to the FBI’s List of Ten Most Wanted Fugitives
April 14, 2026 - Today, the FBI, alongside the Kansas City Missouri Police Department and the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office, announced the addition of KaShawn Nicola Roper to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list. The addition comes with a $1 million reward leading to the arrest and conviction of Roper. She marks the 541st addition to the list.
KaShawn Nicola Roper is wanted for her alleged involvement in a shooting on August 23, 2020, in Kansas City, Missouri. During an altercation, it is alleged that Roper fired multiple shots at a car, which struck two female victims, resulting in the death of one of them. On September 10, 2020, Roper was charged with second degree murder, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon in the 16th Judicial Circuit, Jackson County, Missouri, and a state warrant was issued for her arrest. On July 1, 2021, a federal arrest warrant was issued for Roper in the United States District Court, Western District of Missouri, Kansas City, Missouri, after she was charged with unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.
“Today is a day that is notable because it reminds the public of its help in solving some of the United States’ most important fugitive cases. The Top Ten list has been an enormous help to the FBI over the years, and we’re confident that this valuable resource will help us locate Ms. Roper. The FBI will not hesitate to bring substantial and lasting resources to ensure that justice is done in Kansas City,” said Jeff Berkebile, FBI Kansas City acting special agent in charge.
Roper is described as a black female, 5’5” tall, and approximately 120 pounds with black hair. She was born in Kansas and is 50 years old. Roper has tattoos on her left arm, upper left arm, upper right arm, back, left calf, neck, right wrist, right breast, and abdomen. Roper also has pierced ears. While she previously resided in Kansas City, Missouri, she has ties to—or may visit—Kansas, Nebraska, Texas, Colorado, Georgia, and South Dakota.
She should be considered armed and dangerous.
“This announcement reflects the great collaboration between the Kansas City Missouri Police Department and our federal partners—specifically, the long-standing partnership with FBI, resulting in a safer Kansas City.” Chief Stacey Graves said. "A safer Kansas City means holding offenders accountable through arrest and prosecution. For too long, KaShawn Roper has remained a fugitive and avoided accountability. With the assistance of the FBI and the attention brought by her addition to the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, we are confident she will be apprehended. We are committed to ensuring justice is served for the victims and their loved ones.”
“When a life is taken in our community, our commitment to justice does not waver. For nearly five years, this case has remained unresolved, and we are continuing to pursue every lead to bring answers to a grieving family,” Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson said. “We are grateful to the FBI for bringing additional tools and national attention to this case. Someone somewhere has information that can help move this investigation forward. We urge anyone with knowledge of KaShawn Roper’s whereabouts to come forward. Your voice could make all the difference for a family still seeking justice.”
Anyone with information regarding Roper or her whereabouts should immediately contact the nearest FBI office or local law enforcement agency. Calls can be directed to 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or the FBI’s Kansas City Field Office. Individuals from outside of the United States should contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Tips can also be submitted digitally at tips.fbi.gov. All information can remain anonymous, and confidentiality is guaranteed.
This investigation is being worked by the KC Metro Violent Crime Task Force, with specific investigative resources from the FBI, KCPD, and the U.S. Marshals Office. The charges mentioned are simply accusations, and not evidence of guilt. Evidence supporting the charges must be presented to a trial jury, whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.
The FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list was established in March 1950. Since its inception, 541 fugitives have appeared on the list, and 163 have been apprehended or located—many due to tips from citizens. Since its inception, there have been 21 fugitives wanted within the FBI Kansas City area of responsibility placed on the list. In addition, 14 fugitives that have been placed on the list were arrested in the FBI Kansas City area of responsibility.
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Public Affairs Specialist Dixon Land
(816) 512-8200
Source: Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
