Naomi Oglesby, a 20-year-old pregnant woman, was found with a gunshot wound at an apartment in Wichita, Kansas. She was taken to the hospital where doctors delivered her baby, who is in neonatal intensive care. Naomi later died at the hospital. Matthew Criscenzo, 19, was arrested at the scene and charged with first-degree murder. The investigation is ongoing.
Country: United States
State/Province: Kansas, United States
City/Region: Wichita
Incident Type: Domestic Violence Homicide
Relationship Status: Dating
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Incident Date: May 25, 2025
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2025-05-25
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Baby delivered before pregnant woman dies after she was found shot, police say
Domestic Violence
The incident involves a domestic violence homicide where a pregnant woman was fatally shot by her boyfriend. The use of a firearm and the fatal outcome indicate an escalation of violence within a dating relationship. The delivery of the baby before the victim's death adds complexity to the case.
Police arrested Matthew Criscenzo at the scene and charged him with first-degree murder. The investigation is active and ongoing. The relationship between victim and suspect is identified as dating partners. No further details on motive or custody have been reported.
No reported confusion or conflicting claims in the investigation. Suspect was arrested at the scene.
Police responded to a shooting call early morning at an apartment in Wichita. Naomi Oglesby was found with a gunshot wound and transported to hospital where her baby was delivered. Naomi later died. Matthew Criscenzo was arrested at the scene and charged with first-degree murder. The case is under active investigation.
High risk due to firearm involvement and fatal outcome in a domestic setting. The presence of a newborn adds vulnerability to the surviving child.
Early intervention in domestic conflicts involving firearms is critical. The case highlights the vulnerability of pregnant women in abusive relationships and the tragic consequences of escalation. The survival of the newborn requires ongoing protective measures.
Reported domestic conflict and firearm access were critical early signals.
The presence of a gunshot wound and the suspect's arrest at the scene helped connect the case.
Physical evidence of gunshot wound and suspect apprehension at the scene were strongest.
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No follow-up reports available beyond initial arrest and charges.
Motive and detailed relationship history remain unclear.