Kansas City Police Shoot Pregnant Woman refers to the tragic incident that occurred on December 22, 2022, when a pregnant woman named Leonna Hale was shot and killed by a Kansas City police officer. The incident sparked outrage and protests in the community, as well as a national debate about police use of force and the treatment of pregnant women in the criminal justice system.
The shooting occurred after Hale was pulled over for a traffic violation. According to police, Hale fled the scene and led officers on a short chase. When the chase ended, Hale exited her vehicle and allegedly pointed a gun at the officers. One of the officers then fired their weapon, striking Hale in the abdomen. Hale was transported to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries. Her unborn child also died as a result of the shooting.
