Topeka Investigates Sixth Homicide of 2025

Topeka police responded to a fatal shooting near SW 13th and SW Boswell late on May 2, marking the city's sixth homicide investigation of 2025. The victim, identified as 27-year-old Treveon Carrington, was found with life-threatening injuries and pronounced dead at the scene. Police arrested 30-year-old Derrick Mitchell of Topeka, who was booked on a requested charge of first-degree murder. Authorities are seeking additional information from the public to assist with their investigation.