Two Men Taken Into Custody as Police Locate Vehicle Linked to Killing of Savannah Native Rhegan Spiegel

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Two men have been taken into custody as Kansas City police continue investigating the fatal shooting of 28-year-old Rhegan Spiegel, a Savannah, Missouri, native who was killed Sunday night.

The Kansas City Police Department confirmed Thursday, October 22, that investigators located a vehicle believed to be connected to Spiegel's death.

Police said two men were taken into custody and placed on 24-hour investigative holds for additional questioning.

Detectives are working with the prosecutor's office to determine whether criminal charges are warranted. No charges against the two men had been announced at the time of the update.

Vehicle Sought in Homicide Investigation Located

The development comes one day after Kansas City police publicly requested assistance locating a gray 2008 Nissan Altima believed to be connected to the shooting.

Investigators had described the vehicle as a two-door sedan with black wheels, a black rear bumper and a loud exhaust.

Police have since recovered the vehicle and are examining it for potential evidence.

Authorities have not released additional details about the two men in custody or their possible involvement in the shooting.

Spiegel Found Shot Sunday Night

The investigation began Sunday, October 18, when Kansas City officers responded to the 1200 block of East 42nd Street.

Officers discovered Spiegel suffering from a gunshot wound in the street.

Emergency responders attempted lifesaving measures before transporting her to a Kansas City hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

Spiegel was a former University of Missouri–Kansas City volleyball player who served as the team's starting libero.

Her death has prompted an outpouring of grief from family, friends and members of the Savannah and Kansas City communities.

In a statement released following her death, Spiegel's family remembered her for her kindness, outgoing personality, love of music and dedication to the people around her.

The family emphasized how deeply Spiegel valued community and the importance of supporting others.

Investigation Remains Active

Although two men are now in custody, the homicide investigation remains ongoing.

Being placed on an investigative hold does not mean an individual has been formally charged or convicted of a crime.

Anyone with information about Spiegel's death is encouraged to contact the Kansas City Police Department's Homicide Unit at 816-234-5043 or the anonymous TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS (8477).

St. Joseph Community Alert will continue following developments in the investigation as additional information becomes available.