A 17-year-old in Wichita died from a gunshot during a residential dispute, with the shooter arrested on second-degree murder charges for a reckless act.

A 17-year-old in Wichita, Kansas, died after being shot during a residential dispute when a firearm was discharged, with the bullet passing through a wall. Authorities classify the incident as an unintentional but reckless killing, noting the shooter did not intend to harm the teen. The individual responsible has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder, reflecting the legal distinction between intentional and reckless acts. The case has prompted community calls for better gun safety education and responsible firearm handling, especially in densely populated areas. No further details about the shooter or the incident’s full circumstances have been released. The investigation remains ongoing.