Who is Juan Valenzuela-Silva? Wichita, Kansas, shooting suspect identified as search continues

Wichita police are searching for armed suspect Juan Valenzuela-Silva after a shooting left three people dead on September 26. Wichita police are searching for 21-year-old Juan Valenzuela-Silva after a shooting in the 5000 block of E. Blake left three people dead on September 26, 2026. Police said Valenzuela-Silva is considered armed and dangerous and may be driving a black Infiniti SUV with Kansas plate 6242AMK.Wichita police are searching for armed suspect Juan Valenzuela-Silva after a shooting left three people dead on September 26.The Wichita Police Department has released his photo and urged people not to approach him. Anyone who spots the suspect or the vehicle should call 911 immediately. Police have not publicly released details about the victims, a possible motive or whether the suspect knew those killed. The search remains active.Also Read: Kansas City highway shootings: One dead, four injured after attacks on motorists; 5 key things to know(The story is updating…)Sehjal Gupta is a Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times and is part of the US Desk. She covers a wide range of stories from the United States, including politics, sports, entertainment, breaking news, and major global developments. She enjoys working across different beats because every story brings a fresh perspective and an opportunity to explore something different. Before joining Hindustan Times, Sehjal was part of The Times of India, where she headed the International Sports and US Streamers team. She reported on international sports, athlete stories, streamer news, and major developments from around the world. The role gave her the opportunity to work on a diverse range of stories while leading coverage across two evolving news categories. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and believes the experience taught her the importance of staying organised, managing priorities, and adapting to new challenges. Over the years, she has reported on a variety of topics and enjoys taking on stories that keep her curious and encourage her to look beyond the obvious. Expertise: International news, International/US sports, and streamer coverage. Interests: Global affairs, geopolitics, politics, and entertainment. Outside work, Sehjal loves travelling, watching movies, and exploring new places to eat. She enjoys discovering new cultures and believes that some of the best stories and experiences come from stepping outside her comfort zone and exploring unfamiliar places.Read More