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Body Found at Kaw Point Park Identified as Missing Fisherman Muang Kyi

Police say no foul play is suspected at this time.

Overview

  • Kyi, an Asian man in his 60s, was reported missing Sunday after being dropped off to fish near the Kaw River.
  • When family returned, only his personal belongings were found at the drop-off location.
  • A fisherman reported a body Tuesday morning, and deputies dispatched around 9:30 a.m. recovered it at Kaw Point Park.
  • KCKFD Canine Search and Rescue, the Overland Park Dive Team and police drones aided a coordinated search effort.
  • Responding agencies to the recovery included the Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office, KCKPD detectives and the fire department, and police directed tips to Greater Kansas City Crime Stoppers.