UPDATE:
The Junction City Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with the recent series of tire slashing incidents reported in the 200 to 400 blocks of West 5th and West 6th Streets, as well as other nearby areas.
Policce reported that on the morning of Monday, September 15, officers on patrol observed the ouspect, identified as William Kenneth Taylor, a 30-year-old man from Junction City. When officers attempted to make contact, Taylor fled on foot. After a short foot chase, he was taken into custody without injury or incident to himself, the officers, or members of the public.
Taylor was arrested in connection with 10 separate cases on allegations of Damage to Property and Burglary. He is currently being held in the Geary County Corrections Center awaiting his first appearance.
This investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with additional information or who has not yet reported damage is encouraged to contact the Junction City Police Department at (785) 762-5912. Those wishing to remain anonymous may submit tips through Geary County Crime Stoppers at (785) 762-8477.
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JCPD
The Junction City Police Department is investigating multiple reports of tire slashing that have occurred over the past several days in the 200 to 400 blocks of West 5th and West 6th Streets, with additional reports received from other nearby areas. These incidents are believed to have taken place between Sunday, September 7, and the morning of Saturday, September 13.
Officers have responded to numerous calls regarding damaged vehicles and continue to gather evidence related to these cases. At this time, the investigation remains ongoing.
The Junction City Police Department encourages residents in the affected areas to:
• Inspect their vehicles for any signs of damage.
• Review any home or business security camera footage from the past week that may capture suspicious activity.
• Report any information related to these incidents to the Junction City Police Department at (785) 762-5912.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can submit tips to Geary County Crime Stoppers at (785) 762-8477.