JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas couple on drug allegations.

Just after 1 p.m. December 18, a Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy was dispatched to the area of the 9800 block of US Highway 75 for a suspicious vehicle, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

  The deputy made contact with two occupants and discovered that the woman had an active protection order against the driver. 

A Jackson County Sheriff’ Office K-9 alerted to the presence of an illegal substance within the vehicle.  A search located a substance believed to be methamphetamine.&nbsp;

Deputies arrested the driver, Freedom Spirit Hood, 46, of Portland, Oregon on a requested charges of violation of a protection order and possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and unlawful vehicle registration.

  The passenger, Rosalie Marie Hood, 38, of Boise, Idaho was arrested on requested charge of possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Both subjects remain in the Jackson County Jail.

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 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas couple on drug allegations.Just after 1 p.m. December 18, a Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy was dispatched to the area of the 9800 block of US Highway 75 for a suspicious vehicle, according to Sheriff Tim Morse. The deputy made contact with two occupants and discovered that the woman had an active protection order against the driver. A Jackson County Sheriff’ Office K-9 alerted to the presence of an illegal substance within the vehicle. A search located a substance believed to be methamphetamine.&nbsp;Deputies arrested the driver, Freedom Spirit Hood, 46, of Portland, Oregon on a requested charges of violation of a protection order and possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and unlawful vehicle registration. The passenger, Rosalie Marie Hood, 38, of Boise, Idaho was arrested on requested charge of possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Both subjects remain in the Jackson County Jail.

Kan. traffic stop: Woman had protection order against the driver

KANSAS CITY —A Kansas man has been charged through a criminal complaint in Kansas City, Kansas, for allegedly robbing a bank.

According to court documents, Cesar Serrano, 46, of Overland Park is charged with one count of bank robbery.

On December 16, 2023, Serrano allegedly used a firearm to demand money from employees at Great Southern Bank in Prairie Village, Kansas. He was arrested and booked into jail late Sunday, according to online jail records.

The defendant was scheduled for his initial court appearance on December 20, 2023, before U.S. Magistrate Judge Angel D. Mitchell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison.

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY —A Kansas man has been charged through a criminal complaint in Kansas City, Kansas, for allegedly robbing a bank.According to court documents, Cesar Serrano, 46, of Overland Park is charged with one count of bank robbery.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1702817029294.png" alt="photo Prairie Village Police" />
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 </figure>On December 16, 2023, Serrano allegedly used a firearm to demand money from employees at Great Southern Bank in Prairie Village, Kansas. He was arrested and booked into jail late Sunday, according to online jail records.The defendant was scheduled for his initial court appearance on December 20, 2023, before U.S. Magistrate Judge Angel D. Mitchell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison.

Suspect in December Kan. bank robbery is arrested and charged 

DOUGLAS COUNTY —Law enforcement and fire officials are investigating the cause of a fire at a popular bar near the University of Kansas.

On Friday morning, crews responded to a fire at The Wagon Wheel,&nbsp; 507 W. 14th Street, in Lawrence, according to a media release from Lawrence-Douglas County Fire and Medical.

&nbsp;Crews found and extinguished fire on the outside of the building. The business was unoccupied and there were no injuries reported.

Investigators determined the fire was intentionally set and identified a suspect identified according to sheriff's office booking report as 39-year-old Robert Shane Johnson on a requested charge of arson.

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 </figure>DOUGLAS COUNTY —Law enforcement and fire officials are investigating the cause of a fire at a popular bar near the University of Kansas.On Friday morning, crews responded to a fire at The Wagon Wheel,&nbsp; 507 W. 14th Street, in Lawrence, according to a media release from Lawrence-Douglas County Fire and Medical.&nbsp;Crews found and extinguished fire on the outside of the building. The business was unoccupied and there were no injuries reported.Investigators determined the fire was intentionally set and identified a suspect identified according to sheriff's office booking report as 39-year-old Robert Shane Johnson on a requested charge of arson.Police released no additional details.

Arrest made in alleged arson fire at popular bar near KU campus

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a deadly shooting have identified the victim as 45-year-old Jennifer Eisele of Topeka.

Just before 6p.m. Friday, police were dispatched to a shooting in the 600 block of SW Fillmore in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Ron Ekis. First responders found Eisele suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.&nbsp;

Police have not reported an arrest or additional details early Saturday.

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a deadly shooting have identified the victim as 45-year-old Jennifer Eisele of Topeka.Just before 6p.m. Friday, police were dispatched to a shooting in the 600 block of SW Fillmore in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Ron Ekis. First responders found Eisele suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.&nbsp;Police have not reported an arrest or additional details early Saturday.

Homicide: Police ID Kansas woman who died in shooting

JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspect in connection with a theft ring in Kansas.

Just after 8p.m. Monday, police officers were alerted to a theft taking place at a local Walmart near 65th Street and Maurer Road, according to a media release.

Near the store, first responding officers located two suspects who were taken into custody. &nbsp; 

Officers also found several thousand dollars worth of Legos that had been reported stolen from area Walmart stores, along with drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle that the suspects were driving. 



The same suspects are under investigation and suspected of committing similar thefts, resulting in the loss of more than $47,000 worth of merchandise from various Walmart stores in the metro area.&nbsp;

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 </figure>JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspect in connection with a theft ring in Kansas.Just after 8p.m. Monday, police officers were alerted to a theft taking place at a local Walmart near 65th Street and Maurer Road, according to a media release.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703011778380.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>Near the store, first responding officers located two suspects who were taken into custody. &nbsp; 

Officers also found several thousand dollars worth of Legos that had been reported stolen from area Walmart stores, along with drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle that the suspects were driving. 

The same suspects are under investigation and suspected of committing similar thefts, resulting in the loss of more than $47,000 worth of merchandise from various Walmart stores in the metro area.&nbsp;

Police make arrest, break up Lego theft ring in Kansas

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman after her arrest following a 2-vehicle crash.

Just after 11:30 p.m. Dec. 20, police responded to an injury crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle near SW 29th St. and SW Topeka Blvd. in Topeka, according to a media release.

First responders found the two vehicles had crashed. An ambulance transported he driver of the motorcycle to a local hospital to be treated for life-threatening injuries. 

The driver of the other involved vehicle was identified as Shana L. Estes, 36, of Topeka. It was determined that she had a warrant for her arrest and she was booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on that warrant.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703284509788.png" alt="Estes photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Estes photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman after her arrest following a 2-vehicle crash.Just after 11:30 p.m. Dec. 20, police responded to an injury crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle near SW 29th St. and SW Topeka Blvd. in Topeka, according to a media release.First responders found the two vehicles had crashed. An ambulance transported he driver of the motorcycle to a local hospital to be treated for life-threatening injuries. The driver of the other involved vehicle was identified as Shana L. Estes, 36, of Topeka. It was determined that she had a warrant for her arrest and she was booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on that warrant.

Kan. woman jailed following crash that injured motorcyclist

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —A law enforcement officer in Wabaunsee County is being recognized for his work to stop a child predator.

On Nov. 15, Corporal Jon Sumner of the Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office met with a female child victim and her parents at the sheriff's office in Alma, according to a media release.

The girl reported extreme distress after being contacted/solicited online by an aggressive child predator on the phone app Snapchat.

Sumner immediately began an equally aggressive and relentless offensive investigation of the Suspect. Via use of lawfully obtained multiple digital search warrants Sumner, obtained the suspect's account information from his <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FSnapchat.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR08Pf4JYrQc7XNF5gughwApUCF-UTWuMQ6hV8vgjIzkdc0FLbccMRAJUN4&amp;h=AT26e6d9GChESOv-Tsx9XyGuqP6j75qnBGQkMjo3uvlpkXhZHYGnnDz8FWpX4_Rq6A-YWL1cGclvPh4YzbFzaK-n93_2RpiR9LWNRheyQoMmL7oJua4iXv-fNBpo2FtD6lykSKw&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT1lR3YyHPI2qxhIfTYx9Rx7D4ELAbmHXSsIh8FAkB4xaR3MKgs7Ox2TIao4JkJsYQTTFPDAy68be_7xbZuW81IY0G9k3STy5QUBoWBGBq5UC3DQtlK498PXzsQ9_vorkWBDPhlKS8zEC4jN64W8ITFWSgZUf4dwICAzD9jSTCwVon2QtA" target="_blank">Snapchat.com</a> account.

Upon review of the account, Sumner discovered evidence of horrific crimes against children. Through tireless investigative action, Sumner identified another 20 to 30 further child victims within the large cache of (CSAM) illegal digital media located within the suspect’s Snapchat account. 

The suspect via deception and threat was soliciting minors, receiving and transmitting child pornography, and transmitting obscene photographs of himself to children.&nbsp;

 Sumner discovered that the multiple victims located on the suspect’s accounts each appeared to be girls, well under the age of 18. Via his efforts alone, Sumner identified this child predator suspect as 25-year-old Miles Steven McGough of&nbsp;Castlerock, Colorado. 

Upon confirmation of positive identification, Sumner immediately contacted the Castlerock Colorado Police Department and conducted rapid multi-agency investigative liaison/action. 

Colorado authorities rapidly tasked their detectives who are assigned to the Colorado ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) Task Team to this case. All evidence and suspect information was given to Colorado authorities to ensure case continuance aid in apprehension efforts.

Colorado ICAC and Castlerock Police Department continued the investigation and identified an additional 2 dozen underage female victims. They also discovered that McGough had flown to Florida, and while there did allegedly rape an underage female who McGough had groomed online for months before flying to meet this child in person. 

Arrest warrants were issued and McGough was arrested in March 2023 in Douglas County Colorado as a Fugitive from Justice. 

On Dec. 7 in the Southern District of Florida, McGough was sentenced to 235 months, more than 19 years in prison by U.S. District Court Judge K. Michael Moore. 

McGough had previously pleaded guilty to enticing a minor victim to engage in criminal sexual activity. According to documents in support of his guilty plea, McGough ngaged in illegal conduct with a Southern District of Florida minor. This includes the suspect sending sexually explicit communications to the minor victim through the Snapchat messaging service. 

A search warrant of McGough's cellular phone revealed images of the suspects genitals that he shared with the minor victim, and McGough's cell phone revealed videos and images of the minor victim performing sex acts on him that were created during his visit to Florida. 

Judge Moore ordered McGough's term of incarceration be followed by 15 years of supervised release. McGough was also ordered to pay a $25,000 fine.

Detectives with Colorado ICAC, the Castlerock Colorado Police Department &amp; the Douglas County Colorado Sheriff's Office are also waiting for sentencing on 22 Felony sex crimes that will place McGough into Colorado State Prison for 15-20 years after his sentencing has been served at the federal level.

Corporal Jon Sumner of the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office is formally recognized for his outstanding performance of duties, above and beyond the call of duty as a Wabaunsee County Kansas Deputy Sheriff. 

Sumner’s unrelenting drive, indefatigable resolve &amp; persistent grit via robust investigative efforts allowed state and Federal Law Enforcement to identify and apprehend this monster.&nbsp;

 Sumner’s thankless and extraordinary determination within this case were those necessary qualities demanded by our elite quiet professionals nationwide who bring these child predators to justice. For his summary actions, Sumner has brought great credit upon himself, the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office, and to the profession of Kansas Peace Officer.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1599845246253.png" alt="Snapchat Logo" />
 <figcaption>Snapchat Logo</figcaption>
 </figure>WABAUNSEE COUNTY —A law enforcement officer in Wabaunsee County is being recognized for his work to stop a child predator.On Nov. 15, Corporal Jon Sumner of the Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office met with a female child victim and her parents at the sheriff's office in Alma, according to a media release.The girl reported extreme distress after being contacted/solicited online by an aggressive child predator on the phone app Snapchat.Sumner immediately began an equally aggressive and relentless offensive investigation of the Suspect. Via use of lawfully obtained multiple digital search warrants Sumner, obtained the suspect's account information from his <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FSnapchat.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR08Pf4JYrQc7XNF5gughwApUCF-UTWuMQ6hV8vgjIzkdc0FLbccMRAJUN4&amp;h=AT26e6d9GChESOv-Tsx9XyGuqP6j75qnBGQkMjo3uvlpkXhZHYGnnDz8FWpX4_Rq6A-YWL1cGclvPh4YzbFzaK-n93_2RpiR9LWNRheyQoMmL7oJua4iXv-fNBpo2FtD6lykSKw&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT1lR3YyHPI2qxhIfTYx9Rx7D4ELAbmHXSsIh8FAkB4xaR3MKgs7Ox2TIao4JkJsYQTTFPDAy68be_7xbZuW81IY0G9k3STy5QUBoWBGBq5UC3DQtlK498PXzsQ9_vorkWBDPhlKS8zEC4jN64W8ITFWSgZUf4dwICAzD9jSTCwVon2QtA" target="_blank">Snapchat.com</a> account. Upon review of the account, Sumner discovered evidence of horrific crimes against children. Through tireless investigative action, Sumner identified another 20 to 30 further child victims within the large cache of (CSAM) illegal digital media located within the suspect’s Snapchat account. The suspect via deception and threat was soliciting minors, receiving and transmitting child pornography, and transmitting obscene photographs of himself to children.&nbsp; Sumner discovered that the multiple victims located on the suspect’s accounts each appeared to be girls, well under the age of 18. Via his efforts alone, Sumner identified this child predator suspect as 25-year-old Miles Steven McGough of&nbsp;Castlerock, Colorado. Upon confirmation of positive identification, Sumner immediately contacted the Castlerock Colorado Police Department and conducted rapid multi-agency investigative liaison/action. Colorado authorities rapidly tasked their detectives who are assigned to the Colorado ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) Task Team to this case. All evidence and suspect information was given to Colorado authorities to ensure case continuance aid in apprehension efforts.Colorado ICAC and Castlerock Police Department continued the investigation and identified an additional 2 dozen underage female victims. They also discovered that McGough had flown to Florida, and while there did allegedly rape an underage female who McGough had groomed online for months before flying to meet this child in person. Arrest warrants were issued and McGough was arrested in March 2023 in Douglas County Colorado as a Fugitive from Justice. On Dec. 7 in the Southern District of Florida, McGough was sentenced to 235 months, more than 19 years in prison by U.S. District Court Judge K. Michael Moore. McGough had previously pleaded guilty to enticing a minor victim to engage in criminal sexual activity. According to documents in support of his guilty plea, McGough ngaged in illegal conduct with a Southern District of Florida minor. This includes the suspect sending sexually explicit communications to the minor victim through the Snapchat messaging service. A search warrant of McGough's cellular phone revealed images of the suspects genitals that he shared with the minor victim, and McGough's cell phone revealed videos and images of the minor victim performing sex acts on him that were created during his visit to Florida. Judge Moore ordered McGough's term of incarceration be followed by 15 years of supervised release. McGough was also ordered to pay a $25,000 fine.Detectives with Colorado ICAC, the Castlerock Colorado Police Department &amp; the Douglas County Colorado Sheriff's Office are also waiting for sentencing on 22 Felony sex crimes that will place McGough into Colorado State Prison for 15-20 years after his sentencing has been served at the federal level.Corporal Jon Sumner of the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office is formally recognized for his outstanding performance of duties, above and beyond the call of duty as a Wabaunsee County Kansas Deputy Sheriff. Sumner’s unrelenting drive, indefatigable resolve &amp; persistent grit via robust investigative efforts allowed state and Federal Law Enforcement to identify and apprehend this monster.&nbsp; Sumner’s thankless and extraordinary determination within this case were those necessary qualities demanded by our elite quiet professionals nationwide who bring these child predators to justice. For his summary actions, Sumner has brought great credit upon himself, the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office, and to the profession of Kansas Peace Officer.

Wabaunsee Co. Corporal recognized for stopping a child predator

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged carjacking and asking the public for help identifying and locating the suspect.

The carjacking took place just after 8p.m. December 20 at Dillons, 640 N. West Street in Wichita, according to a media release.

The victim was leaving the Dillons when the suspect approached them with a knife in one hand and a hammer in the other hand and demanded the keys to the car. 

Once the victim handed over the keys, the suspect got into the car and drove south on West Street from the Dillons location. 

If you have any information about this incident or the individual pictured below, please contact the Wichita Police Department at (316) 268-4407. You can also call Crime Stoppers and submit an anonymous tip by calling 316-267-2111. If your tip leads to an arrest you could be eligible to receive a cash reward.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703263515745.png" alt="Security camera image Wichita Police" />
 <figcaption>Security camera image Wichita Police</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged carjacking and asking the public for help identifying and locating the suspect.The carjacking took place just after 8p.m. December 20 at Dillons, 640 N. West Street in Wichita, according to a media release.The victim was leaving the Dillons when the suspect approached them with a knife in one hand and a hammer in the other hand and demanded the keys to the car. Once the victim handed over the keys, the suspect got into the car and drove south on West Street from the Dillons location. If you have any information about this incident or the individual pictured below, please contact the Wichita Police Department at (316) 268-4407. You can also call Crime Stoppers and submit an anonymous tip by calling 316-267-2111. If your tip leads to an arrest you could be eligible to receive a cash reward.

Police working to identify Kansas carjacking suspect

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a deadly shooting and have made an arrest

Just after 12:430 a.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to a shooting call in the 7700 block of E. 32nd Street North in Wichita, according to Officer Kris Gupilan.

First responders located 23-year-old Deniq Ingram of Wichita with a gunshot wound to her upper torso area. She was transported to a local area hospital where she was pronounced deceased. 

The 42-year-old suspect was on the scene and taken into custody on requested charges of 2nd degree murder.

The exact circumstances leading up to this homicide are still under investigation. Police have not released the name of the suspect.

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a deadly shooting and have made an arrestJust after 12:430 a.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to a shooting call in the 7700 block of E. 32nd Street North in Wichita, according to Officer Kris Gupilan.First responders located 23-year-old Deniq Ingram of Wichita with a gunshot wound to her upper torso area. She was transported to a local area hospital where she was pronounced deceased. The 42-year-old suspect was on the scene and taken into custody on requested charges of 2nd degree murder.The exact circumstances leading up to this homicide are still under investigation. Police have not released the name of the suspect.

Homicide: Police ID 23-year-old Kan. woman found with gunshot wound 

By OLIVIA BERGMEIERSalina Post

The Salina Police Department encourages residents to always lock their cars as they enter or leave locations due to a string of car thefts in town.

At around 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20, a 19-year-old Salina woman reported her 2013 Ford Focus stolen from the Kwik Shop at 2003 S. Ohio St. after leaving it running and unlocked outside the business.

"[She] went into the store, and then a white male exited the store and ended up stealing the vehicle," said Salina Police Capt. James Feldman. "An officer located it in the area of 657 Fairdale at the Kwik Shop and attempted to stop the vehicle. A pursuit occurred that led out into the county."

Feldman said due to the danger of pursuing someone on a dirt road, the officer decided to terminate the chase. The estimated cost of the vehicle is $7,000.

Police lost track of the stolen vehicle after terminating the chase, but yesterday, law enforcement authorities in Dickinson and Ottawa counties contacted Salina Police with news of the car thief's arrest. Feldman said the Kansas Highway Patrol was also involved.

On Wednesday, Dec. 20, at an undisclosed time, law enforcement in Junction City spotted the stolen car and pursued the vehicle into rural Dickinson County.

Feldman said the law enforcement authorities involved in the chase did not provide much information on the pursuit. KHP troopers arrested 31-year-old Salina resident Bradley Jameson for multiple traffic violations, flee and elude and two counts of felony theft.

Feldman said the status of the stolen vehicle is unknown to SPD since KHP is handling the car.

By OLIVIA BERGMEIERSalina PostThe Salina Police Department encourages residents to always lock their cars as they enter or leave locations due to a string of car thefts in town.At around 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20, a 19-year-old Salina woman reported her 2013 Ford Focus stolen from the Kwik Shop at 2003 S. Ohio St. after leaving it running and unlocked outside the business."[She] went into the store, and then a white male exited the store and ended up stealing the vehicle," said Salina Police Capt. James Feldman. "An officer located it in the area of 657 Fairdale at the Kwik Shop and attempted to stop the vehicle. A pursuit occurred that led out into the county."Feldman said due to the danger of pursuing someone on a dirt road, the officer decided to terminate the chase. The estimated cost of the vehicle is $7,000.Police lost track of the stolen vehicle after terminating the chase, but yesterday, law enforcement authorities in Dickinson and Ottawa counties contacted Salina Police with news of the car thief's arrest. Feldman said the Kansas Highway Patrol was also involved.On Wednesday, Dec. 20, at an undisclosed time, law enforcement in Junction City spotted the stolen car and pursued the vehicle into rural Dickinson County.Feldman said the law enforcement authorities involved in the chase did not provide much information on the pursuit. KHP troopers arrested 31-year-old Salina resident Bradley Jameson for multiple traffic violations, flee and elude and two counts of felony theft.Feldman said the status of the stolen vehicle is unknown to SPD since KHP is handling the car.

Vehicle stolen in Salina found in Junction City

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Two men charged in connection to a mass shooting that left 11 people injured at a Wichita nightclub were scheduled back in court Thursday.

Arraignment hearings for Ameir King-Ingram, 19 and Jaylen Thomas 23, were moved to January, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

&nbsp;Thomas is charged with attempted 1st degree murder, aggravated battery, aggravated assault, and unlawful discharge of a firearm in a city, according to the District Attorney's office.

Prosecutors also charged King-Ingram and&nbsp;27-year-old John D. Houze&nbsp; with aggravated battery, 6 counts of aggravated assault, 3 counts of criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, and unlawful discharge of a firearm in a city, according to the District Attorney.&nbsp;

A Missouri man arrested in the case was not charged after the district attorney determined he was acting in self defense.

Just before 1a.m. July 2, police responded to the club in the 200 Block of North Washington, according to Police Lt. Aaron Moses.

There were nine people with gunshot wounds and two people were trampled during the mass exodus out of the club.&nbsp;&nbsp;No one was killed but one person was critically injured.&nbsp; Police originally arrested a Missouri man as a suspect.&nbsp;He was released from jail after the Sedgwick County District Attorney determined he was acting in self defense.

The investigation indicates there were at least four firearms discharged inside the club. Police&nbsp; also seized an additional four firearms as part of the investigation.

The shooting victims included a 21-year-old man, 26-year-old man, 24-year-old woman, 34-year-old man, 21-year-old woman, 30-year-old man, 24-year-old man. The traumatic injury victims were a 31-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, according to Moses. Two additional gunshot victims checked into the hospital later Sunday.

Thomas remains free after meeting the requirements of a $500,000 bond.&nbsp; King-Ingram remains in custody.

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Two men charged in connection to a mass shooting that left 11 people injured at a Wichita nightclub were scheduled back in court Thursday.Arraignment hearings for Ameir King-Ingram, 19 and Jaylen Thomas 23, were moved to January, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689162087966.png" alt="Thomas-photo Sedgwick Co." />
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 </figure>&nbsp;Thomas is charged with attempted 1st degree murder, aggravated battery, aggravated assault, and unlawful discharge of a firearm in a city, according to the District Attorney's office.Prosecutors also charged King-Ingram and&nbsp;27-year-old John D. Houze&nbsp; with aggravated battery, 6 counts of aggravated assault, 3 counts of criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, and unlawful discharge of a firearm in a city, according to the District Attorney.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688300318332.png" alt="-Police on the scene of the shooting investigation July 2, -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>-Police on the scene of the shooting investigation July 2, -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>A Missouri man arrested in the case was not charged after the district attorney determined he was acting in self defense.Just before 1a.m. July 2, police responded to the club in the 200 Block of North Washington, according to Police Lt. Aaron Moses.There were nine people with gunshot wounds and two people were trampled during the mass exodus out of the club.&nbsp;&nbsp;No one was killed but one person was critically injured.&nbsp; Police originally arrested a Missouri man as a suspect.&nbsp;He was released from jail after the Sedgwick County District Attorney determined he was acting in self defense.The investigation indicates there were at least four firearms discharged inside the club. Police&nbsp; also seized an additional four firearms as part of the investigation.The shooting victims included a 21-year-old man, 26-year-old man, 24-year-old woman, 34-year-old man, 21-year-old woman, 30-year-old man, 24-year-old man. The traumatic injury victims were a 31-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, according to Moses. Two additional gunshot victims checked into the hospital later Sunday.Thomas remains free after meeting the requirements of a $500,000 bond.&nbsp; King-Ingram remains in custody.

Hearing delayed for 2 Kansas mass shooting suspects 

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a deadly shooting and have identified the victim.

Just before 10 p.m. Wednesday, police were dispatched to 5522 St John Avenue in Kansas City on a reported sounds of gunshots. First respondes&nbsp; observed a man later identified as 27-year-old&nbsp;Nicolas Irachata lying on the sidewalk with apparent gunshot wounds.

EMS arrived on scene and subsequently pronounced him deceased.

The circumstances leading up to the homicide are unknown.&nbsp; There is no one in custody at this time and we have no reason to believe there is an immediate risk to the public.

Homicide detectives and Crime Scene Personnel responded to the scene to process and&nbsp; recover any evidence and speak to any potential witnesses.

Anyone with information is asked to call homicide detectives at 816-234-5043. Or if you wish to remain anonymous you can do so by calling the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS.There is a reward of up to $25,000 for information provided to TIPS which leads to an arrest in the case.

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a deadly shooting and have identified the victim.Just before 10 p.m. Wednesday, police were dispatched to 5522 St John Avenue in Kansas City on a reported sounds of gunshots. First respondes&nbsp; observed a man later identified as 27-year-old&nbsp;Nicolas Irachata lying on the sidewalk with apparent gunshot wounds.EMS arrived on scene and subsequently pronounced him deceased.The circumstances leading up to the homicide are unknown.&nbsp; There is no one in custody at this time and we have no reason to believe there is an immediate risk to the public.Homicide detectives and Crime Scene Personnel responded to the scene to process and&nbsp; recover any evidence and speak to any potential witnesses.Anyone with information is asked to call homicide detectives at 816-234-5043. Or if you wish to remain anonymous you can do so by calling the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS.There is a reward of up to $25,000 for information provided to TIPS which leads to an arrest in the case.

Homicide: Police ID man found dead on Kansas City sidewalk

PAWNEE COUNTY&nbsp; – John Freemen Colt, 45, who escaped from the sex offender program at Larned State Hospital in June of 2021 appeared in the Pawnee County District Court, Wednesday morning for a Preliminary Hearing on felony charges, according to Pawnee County Attorney Doug McNett.

Testimony presented at the hearing indicated the Sexual Predator Treatment Program administrative staff were first notified at approximately 8:15 a.m. on June 30, 2021, about concerns of a professionally dressed unidentified male staff member having been on the Sexual Predator Treatment Program housing unit earlier in the morning.

The unknown individual had indicated to unit staff that he was new to Larned State Hospital and needed help finding his way out of the building. Initial resident counts by unit staff did not suggest any elopements concerns at that point. Attempts were then made by administrative staff to identify the unknown individual by reviewing surveillance footage. The surveillance footage showed the individual in question walking out the front doors of the Dillon Building at 7:09 a.m.

Reviewing the footage backwards, Larned State Hospital administrative staff attempted to determine when the unknown individual first appeared in the building and/or on the unit in question. While the review of surveillance footage was being attempted, the building in question experienced a power outage which impacted the camera system, intercoms, and electronically controlled doors. As a result of the outage, the building was placed in a security lockdown at approximately 10:30 a.m.. Administrative staff further testified that subsequent hourly resident counts by unit mental health staff still did not suggest any elopement concerns. Power was not restored until approximately 11:30 a.m.

At approximately 11:45 a.m., administrative staff concluded that the unknown individual was a Sexual Predator Treatment Program resident. The footage showed a resident entering the restroom wearing a hooded coat to conceal their identity. When the unidentified individual reemerged, they were wearing an Larned State Hospital issued employee facemask, well-fitting professional clothing, and an employee name badge. Covid protocols in place at the time required staff to wear masks. An emergency “face to face” count was then ordered to be conducted by Larned State Hospital Safety and Security Staff. The hospital Security Chief testified his staff had not been notified of any elopement concern prior to that point.

They also had not participated in the review of the surveillance footage. Security staff going room by room determined John Colt was unaccounted for and that Colt had used pillows and blankets to make it appear he was sleeping in his room. 

According to the testimony of staff, the surveillance footage revealed that in addition to different clothing Colt dramatically changed his appearance by cutting his normally long hair and beard. Upon the elopement discovery, Security staff locked down the campus, set up a security perimeter and notified local law enforcement of the elopement. 

The security chief further testified that a critical review of the incident occurred which has resulted in stricter security protocols being implemented and new technologies being utilized to prevent this type of elopement from occurring in the future.

An area farmer testified at the hearing that at approximately 11:00 a.m., an unknown professionally dressed man approached his farmstead, which is located a few miles west of Larned State Hospital, claiming to have had car trouble and needing a ride into town. The farmer gave the man a ride into a local convenience store. The farmer identified Colt as being the individual he’d given a ride.

Following the elopement, the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Department took over the investigation with the assistance of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and US Marshal Service. Pawnee County Sheriff Detective Jacob Robison testified his investigation determined that after being dropped off at the convenience store Colt walked to the residence of co-defendant Rachel Rena Perez, 52, of Larned.

Colt then left the area on a motorcycle he’d arranged to purchase with the assistance of Perez. Perez is currently in the custody of the Pawnee County Sheriff having recently been sentenced to 16 months in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections for her relationship with Colt and role in the escape.

Detective Robison further testified his investigation determined Colt had relationships with several female LSH staff members, had requested assistance from them, and that he utilized a cellular telephone and several social media accounts to communicate with those staff members outside of Larned State Hospital. It was through the review of those accounts which led to law enforcement identifying the motorcycle utilized to leave the area.

 Following a nationwide manhunt, Colt was arrested while driving the motorcycle in Wayne County, Utah on September 27, 2021.

Following the presentation of evidence, Magistrate Judge Julie Cowell found the State presented sufficient evidence to support the charges and bound the defendant over to the higher court on one count of Aggravated Escape from Custody and five counts of Violation of the Kansas Offender Registration Act. Arraignment has been scheduled for February 12, 2024.

If convicted of the current felony charges, Colt&nbsp; faces between 17 months and 46 months in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections depending on his criminal history.

John Freemen Colt, 45, is now back in the custody of the Sexual Predator Treatment Program on the campus of Larned State Hospital, after he served a 21 month term with the Federal Bureau of Prisons on a conviction for Failing to Register under the Federal Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703120850192.png" alt="Colt as shown in his current Pawnee County booking photo" />
 <figcaption>Colt as shown in his current Pawnee County booking photo</figcaption>
 </figure>PAWNEE COUNTY&nbsp; – John Freemen Colt, 45, who escaped from the sex offender program at Larned State Hospital in June of 2021 appeared in the Pawnee County District Court, Wednesday morning for a Preliminary Hearing on felony charges, according to Pawnee County Attorney Doug McNett.Testimony presented at the hearing indicated the Sexual Predator Treatment Program administrative staff were first notified at approximately 8:15 a.m. on June 30, 2021, about concerns of a professionally dressed unidentified male staff member having been on the Sexual Predator Treatment Program housing unit earlier in the morning.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1625086515798.png" alt="Colt as shown in security camera images on the day of. his escape" />
 <figcaption>Colt as shown in security camera images on the day of. his escape</figcaption>
 </figure>The unknown individual had indicated to unit staff that he was new to Larned State Hospital and needed help finding his way out of the building. Initial resident counts by unit staff did not suggest any elopements concerns at that point. Attempts were then made by administrative staff to identify the unknown individual by reviewing surveillance footage. The surveillance footage showed the individual in question walking out the front doors of the Dillon Building at 7:09 a.m.Reviewing the footage backwards, Larned State Hospital administrative staff attempted to determine when the unknown individual first appeared in the building and/or on the unit in question. While the review of surveillance footage was being attempted, the building in question experienced a power outage which impacted the camera system, intercoms, and electronically controlled doors. As a result of the outage, the building was placed in a security lockdown at approximately 10:30 a.m.. Administrative staff further testified that subsequent hourly resident counts by unit mental health staff still did not suggest any elopement concerns. Power was not restored until approximately 11:30 a.m.At approximately 11:45 a.m., administrative staff concluded that the unknown individual was a Sexual Predator Treatment Program resident. The footage showed a resident entering the restroom wearing a hooded coat to conceal their identity. When the unidentified individual reemerged, they were wearing an Larned State Hospital issued employee facemask, well-fitting professional clothing, and an employee name badge. Covid protocols in place at the time required staff to wear masks. An emergency “face to face” count was then ordered to be conducted by Larned State Hospital Safety and Security Staff. The hospital Security Chief testified his staff had not been notified of any elopement concern prior to that point.They also had not participated in the review of the surveillance footage. Security staff going room by room determined John Colt was unaccounted for and that Colt had used pillows and blankets to make it appear he was sleeping in his room. According to the testimony of staff, the surveillance footage revealed that in addition to different clothing Colt dramatically changed his appearance by cutting his normally long hair and beard. Upon the elopement discovery, Security staff locked down the campus, set up a security perimeter and notified local law enforcement of the elopement. The security chief further testified that a critical review of the incident occurred which has resulted in stricter security protocols being implemented and new technologies being utilized to prevent this type of elopement from occurring in the future.An area farmer testified at the hearing that at approximately 11:00 a.m., an unknown professionally dressed man approached his farmstead, which is located a few miles west of Larned State Hospital, claiming to have had car trouble and needing a ride into town. The farmer gave the man a ride into a local convenience store. The farmer identified Colt as being the individual he’d given a ride.Following the elopement, the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Department took over the investigation with the assistance of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and US Marshal Service. Pawnee County Sheriff Detective Jacob Robison testified his investigation determined that after being dropped off at the convenience store Colt walked to the residence of co-defendant Rachel Rena Perez, 52, of Larned.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703121551065.png" alt="Earlier this month District Judge Bruce Gatterman sentenced Rachel Rena Perez, 52, of Larned, to a sentence of 16 months in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections for her role in Colt's escape.-photo KBI Offender Registry" />
 <figcaption>Earlier this month District Judge Bruce Gatterman sentenced Rachel Rena Perez, 52, of Larned, to a sentence of 16 months in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections for her role in Colt's escape.-photo KBI Offender Registry</figcaption>
 </figure>Colt then left the area on a motorcycle he’d arranged to purchase with the assistance of Perez. Perez is currently in the custody of the Pawnee County Sheriff having recently been sentenced to 16 months in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections for her relationship with Colt and role in the escape.Detective Robison further testified his investigation determined Colt had relationships with several female LSH staff members, had requested assistance from them, and that he utilized a cellular telephone and several social media accounts to communicate with those staff members outside of Larned State Hospital. It was through the review of those accounts which led to law enforcement identifying the motorcycle utilized to leave the area.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/9/1632850718422.png" alt="Colt following his arrest in Utah" />
 <figcaption>Colt following his arrest in Utah</figcaption>
 </figure> Following a nationwide manhunt, Colt was arrested while driving the motorcycle in Wayne County, Utah on September 27, 2021.Following the presentation of evidence, Magistrate Judge Julie Cowell found the State presented sufficient evidence to support the charges and bound the defendant over to the higher court on one count of Aggravated Escape from Custody and five counts of Violation of the Kansas Offender Registration Act. Arraignment has been scheduled for February 12, 2024.If convicted of the current felony charges, Colt&nbsp; faces between 17 months and 46 months in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections depending on his criminal history.John Freemen Colt, 45, is now back in the custody of the Sexual Predator Treatment Program on the campus of Larned State Hospital, after he served a 21 month term with the Federal Bureau of Prisons on a conviction for Failing to Register under the Federal Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act.

Hearing details how suspect escaped from Kan. sex offender program

HIGHLANDS COUNTY, Florida— The girlfriend of a man who was shot and killed after attacking Highlands County Sheriff’s Office deputies with a metal rod Tuesday is facing several criminal charges for involvement in that confrontation and the events that led up to the shooting, according to a media release from the Highlands County Sheriff's office.

Lakenya Lavonn Phillips, 30, of Wichita, Kansas, is in the Highlands County Jail on requested charges of attempted murder of a law enforcement officer, battery on a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest with violence and cruelty toward a child.

At Phillips’ first appearance Wednesday, she was ordered to be held without bond. Additionally, prosecutors told the judge that the state will be seeking a felony murder charge in relation to her actions in that contributed to the death of 39-year-old Richard Myron Ham.

Just after 4p.m. Tuesday, sheriff's deputies and Highlands County Fire-Rescue were called to the intersection of Bay Blossom Drive and U.S. 98 in Sebring, Florida, about a several people burning debris -- including live ammunition -- on the side of the road.

When deputies arrived, they found Ham armed with two metal rods. Ham refused to follow deputies’ orders and a taser was deployed. The taser did not appear to have an effect on Ham, who dropped the metal rods and pulled the taser probes from his body. At that point, Phillips picked up one of the rods and handed it to Ham, who used it to strike a deputy in the head.

At that point one of the deputies fired his agency-issued firearm at Ham. Ham was transported to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The injured deputy was taken to another hospital, where he was treated and released.

Immediately after the shooting, Phillips began to push deputies as they tried to secure Ham and render aid. She was taken into custody at the scene. 

 The initial investigation revealed that Ham and Phillips were burning the possessions of Phillips’ 9-year-old son because they believed he was possessed by a demon. 

At one point, witnesses said, Ham put the child into the fire and covered him with a blanket that was also on fire. The child was able to escape serious injury and is currently in DCF custody, according to the sheriff's office.

According to the child, he had not bathed or brushed his teeth in at least 10 days as they traveled to Florida and had not been fed for at least 24 hours. 

He said that both Ham and Phillips had regularly been using drugs and that Ham had earlier threatened him with a large knife, as well as claiming he had used that knife to kill someone.

 Investigators are working with law enforcement in several states to follow up on that statement. 

 Phillips and the child were listed as missing and endangered out of Wichita, Kansas on Dec. 6.

 It still has not been determined exactly when or why they came to Highlands County. Multiple firearms and drugs were found in the vehicle Ham and Phillips were driving at the time.The deputies involved in the incident have 16 years and 8 years of service and both have been trained in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques. They have been placed on paid administrative leave while the shooting is investigated by the 10th Judicial Circuit’s Officer Involved Deadly Incident Task Force.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703180437982.png" alt="Phillips-photo Highlands County Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Phillips-photo Highlands County Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>HIGHLANDS COUNTY, Florida— The girlfriend of a man who was shot and killed after attacking Highlands County Sheriff’s Office deputies with a metal rod Tuesday is facing several criminal charges for involvement in that confrontation and the events that led up to the shooting, according to a media release from the Highlands County Sheriff's office.Lakenya Lavonn Phillips, 30, of Wichita, Kansas, is in the Highlands County Jail on requested charges of attempted murder of a law enforcement officer, battery on a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest with violence and cruelty toward a child.At Phillips’ first appearance Wednesday, she was ordered to be held without bond. Additionally, prosecutors told the judge that the state will be seeking a felony murder charge in relation to her actions in that contributed to the death of 39-year-old Richard Myron Ham.Just after 4p.m. Tuesday, sheriff's deputies and Highlands County Fire-Rescue were called to the intersection of Bay Blossom Drive and U.S. 98 in Sebring, Florida, about a several people burning debris -- including live ammunition -- on the side of the road.When deputies arrived, they found Ham armed with two metal rods. Ham refused to follow deputies’ orders and a taser was deployed. The taser did not appear to have an effect on Ham, who dropped the metal rods and pulled the taser probes from his body. At that point, Phillips picked up one of the rods and handed it to Ham, who used it to strike a deputy in the head.At that point one of the deputies fired his agency-issued firearm at Ham. Ham was transported to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The injured deputy was taken to another hospital, where he was treated and released.Immediately after the shooting, Phillips began to push deputies as they tried to secure Ham and render aid. She was taken into custody at the scene. The initial investigation revealed that Ham and Phillips were burning the possessions of Phillips’ 9-year-old son because they believed he was possessed by a demon. At one point, witnesses said, Ham put the child into the fire and covered him with a blanket that was also on fire. The child was able to escape serious injury and is currently in DCF custody, according to the sheriff's office.According to the child, he had not bathed or brushed his teeth in at least 10 days as they traveled to Florida and had not been fed for at least 24 hours. He said that both Ham and Phillips had regularly been using drugs and that Ham had earlier threatened him with a large knife, as well as claiming he had used that knife to kill someone. Investigators are working with law enforcement in several states to follow up on that statement. Phillips and the child were listed as missing and endangered out of Wichita, Kansas on Dec. 6. It still has not been determined exactly when or why they came to Highlands County. Multiple firearms and drugs were found in the vehicle Ham and Phillips were driving at the time.The deputies involved in the incident have 16 years and 8 years of service and both have been trained in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques. They have been placed on paid administrative leave while the shooting is investigated by the 10th Judicial Circuit’s Officer Involved Deadly Incident Task Force.

Kan. woman put 9-year-old son in fire, thought he was demon possessed 

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged sex crime and have made an arrest.

Just after 1:30p.m. Wednesday, police arrested 20-year-old Israel Newby of Manhattan in the 9900 block of Jasmine Drive in Manhattan, according tot he Riley County Police Department activity report.

Newby is being held on a $250,000 bond on a requested charge of rape. The crime is reported to have occurred in December 2023.&nbsp;

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged sex crime and have made an arrest.Just after 1:30p.m. Wednesday, police arrested 20-year-old Israel Newby of Manhattan in the 9900 block of Jasmine Drive in Manhattan, according tot he Riley County Police Department activity report.Newby is being held on a $250,000 bond on a requested charge of rape. The crime is reported to have occurred in December 2023.&nbsp;

Manhattan man held on $250,000 bond for alleged rape

BEAVER COUNTY, Oklahoma—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man who is on the faculty at a community college in Kansas for alleged child sex crimes.

On December 13, the Beaver County Sheriff’s Office requested the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation to assist with a sexual assault investigation involving a child, according to a meida release.

Special agents with the OSBI interviewed the child, who reported being sexually abused. Evidence was collected and the suspect, 48-year-old Andrew Nyles Lackey, was interviewed. Lackey is listed as a welding instructor at Seward County Community College, <a href="https://sccc.edu/static/web/academic/academic-divisions/industrial-technology/welding-technology/faculty.html">according to the school's web site.</a>

Based on the information obtained during the investigation, officers arrested Lackey and booked him into the Beaver County Jail on a requested charge of Child Sexual Abuse.

The school suspended Lackey without pay following the arrest, according to a media release. He is also prohibited from campus and college activities.

“These charges are a serious concern, and we have taken this step in accordance with that,” stated SCCC President Brad Bennett in the release.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703105203089.png" alt="Lackey-photo OSBI" />
 <figcaption>Lackey-photo OSBI</figcaption>
 </figure>BEAVER COUNTY, Oklahoma—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man who is on the faculty at a community college in Kansas for alleged child sex crimes.On December 13, the Beaver County Sheriff’s Office requested the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation to assist with a sexual assault investigation involving a child, according to a meida release.Special agents with the OSBI interviewed the child, who reported being sexually abused. Evidence was collected and the suspect, 48-year-old Andrew Nyles Lackey, was interviewed. Lackey is listed as a welding instructor at Seward County Community College, <a href="https://sccc.edu/static/web/academic/academic-divisions/industrial-technology/welding-technology/faculty.html">according to the school's web site.</a>Based on the information obtained during the investigation, officers arrested Lackey and booked him into the Beaver County Jail on a requested charge of Child Sexual Abuse.The school suspended Lackey without pay following the arrest, according to a media release. He is also prohibited from campus and college activities.“These charges are a serious concern, and we have taken this step in accordance with that,” stated SCCC President Brad Bennett in the release.

Kan. community college instructor suspended after arrest

COWLEY COUNTY—Two people were injured in a hit-and-run incident just after 11p.m. Tuesday in Cowley County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2011 Ford F150 driven by Audrey N L Yingling, 23, Winfield, was northbound in the parking lot at 902 Main Street and struck 2 pedestrians and then left the scene.

EMS transported the pedestrians identified as 30-year-old Meighan E I&nbsp;Hipsher of Burden and a child to Wesley Medical Center.&nbsp; Police arrested Yingling. She remains in custody in Cowley County, according to online jail records. Police have not released details on possible charges.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703083075093.png" alt="Yingling-photo Cowley Co." />
 <figcaption>Yingling-photo Cowley Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>COWLEY COUNTY—Two people were injured in a hit-and-run incident just after 11p.m. Tuesday in Cowley County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2011 Ford F150 driven by Audrey N L Yingling, 23, Winfield, was northbound in the parking lot at 902 Main Street and struck 2 pedestrians and then left the scene.EMS transported the pedestrians identified as 30-year-old Meighan E I&nbsp;Hipsher of Burden and a child to Wesley Medical Center.&nbsp; Police arrested Yingling. She remains in custody in Cowley County, according to online jail records. Police have not released details on possible charges.

Hit-and run: Kan. driver struck woman, child in parking lot

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged child sex crimes.&nbsp;

On Dec. 18, the Shawnee County Sheriff's Office's Criminal Investigations Division conducted an investigation into child sex crimes. and arrested Craig H. Miller, 39, of Topeka, according to Sheriff Brian Hill.

Miller was booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges that include electronic solicitation of a child, promote obscenity to minors, attempted sexual exploitation of a child, and attempted criminal sodomy with a child

On October 19, deputies arrested&nbsp; Miller and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of attempted electronic solicitation of a child, attempted indecent liberties with a child, attempted aggravated criminal sodomy, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1702939790946.png" alt="Miller photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Miller photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged child sex crimes.&nbsp;On Dec. 18, the Shawnee County Sheriff's Office's Criminal Investigations Division conducted an investigation into child sex crimes. and arrested Craig H. Miller, 39, of Topeka, according to Sheriff Brian Hill.Miller was booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges that include electronic solicitation of a child, promote obscenity to minors, attempted sexual exploitation of a child, and attempted criminal sodomy with a childOn October 19, deputies arrested&nbsp; Miller and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of attempted electronic solicitation of a child, attempted indecent liberties with a child, attempted aggravated criminal sodomy, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Kan. man jailed 2nd time in 60-days for alleged child sex crimes

ALLEN COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman after an&nbsp; accident that occurred just after 1:30p.m. Monday in Allen County.&nbsp;

According to Allen County Undersheriff Daren Kellerman, a vehicle driven by a 58-year-old woman from Humboldt was traveling south of Iola when it crossed the center line before slowly drifting back to the driving lane and off the road.&nbsp;

The vehicle, traveling at an estimated 40-45 mph struck a road sign, launched over a culvert driveway embankment and struck a utility pole.

Investigators determined that the driver was inhaling potentially toxic fumes while driving.&nbsp;"Inhalant abuse, or huffing, is always extremely dangerous. I've never investigated a crash where someone was huffing while driving. We are very lucky that nobody was killed, according to Kellerman.

Deputies arrested the driver who avoided injury because she was wearing a seat belt.&nbsp; Deputies did not released details on possible charges.

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 </figure>ALLEN COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman after an&nbsp; accident that occurred just after 1:30p.m. Monday in Allen County.&nbsp;According to Allen County Undersheriff Daren Kellerman, a vehicle driven by a 58-year-old woman from Humboldt was traveling south of Iola when it crossed the center line before slowly drifting back to the driving lane and off the road.&nbsp;The vehicle, traveling at an estimated 40-45 mph struck a road sign, launched over a culvert driveway embankment and struck a utility pole.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703082718465.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>Investigators determined that the driver was inhaling potentially toxic fumes while driving.&nbsp;"Inhalant abuse, or huffing, is always extremely dangerous. I've never investigated a crash where someone was huffing while driving. We are very lucky that nobody was killed, according to Kellerman.Deputies arrested the driver who avoided injury because she was wearing a seat belt.&nbsp; Deputies did not released details on possible charges.

Sheriff: Kansas driver was huffing before crash

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Civil rights organizations on Tuesday filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/immigration-texas-border-8c86bc6c20a7c30d6127b2413b8688fc">new Texas law</a>&nbsp;that would allow police to arrest migrants who cross the border illegally and permit local judges to order them to leave the country.

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Austin, argues that the measure that is set to take effect in March is unconstitutional because the federal government has sole authority over immigration.

The American Civil Liberties Union, its Texas branch, and the Texas Civil Rights Project sued less than 24 hours after Republican Gov. Greg Abbott signed the measure during a ceremony on the U.S.-Mexico border in Brownsville.

The civil rights groups filed the lawsuit on behalf of El Paso County and two immigrant aid groups seeking to block enforcement of the measure, known as SB 4, and declare it unlawful.

“S.B. 4 creates a new state system to regulate immigration that completely bypasses and conflicts with the federal system,” the lawsuit states.

The lawsuit was filed against the head of the Texas Department of Public Safety, whose troopers could arrest migrants, and the El Paso County district attorney, whose office would potentially prosecute cases in that border community.

A DPS spokesperson declined to comment in an email Tuesday, citing the pending litigation. A person who answered the phone in Hicks’ office said he was not available and had no immediate comment.

Abbott and other Texas Republicans who support the measure say President Joe Biden isn’t doing enough to control the 1,950-mile (3,149-kilometer) southern border.

“In his absence, Texas has the constitutional authority to secure our border through historic laws like SB 4,” Abbott said in an email Tuesday, adding that he was willing to take the case to the Supreme Court.

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre criticized the law, but wouldn’t say whether the Justice Department would also challenge it.

“This is an extreme law that will not and does not make the communities in Texas safer,” Jean-Pierre said. She added that the purpose of the law was to “demonize immigrants and also dehumanize immigrants” and said “communities should not be individually targeted and put into harm’s way.”

According to Tuesday’s lawsuit, DPS Director Steve McGraw told lawmakers that his agency estimates approximately 72,000 arrests will be made each year under the measure.

The law comes as the U.S.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/arizona-border-wall-breaches-asylum-immigration-beddd2ca0ffd02884ce0d0ad1785f538">is seeing an increase in illegal border crossings.</a>&nbsp;Customs and Border Patrol acting commissioner Troy Miller called the number of daily arrivals “unprecedented,” as illegal crossings have topped 10,000 on some days this month.

The measure allows any Texas law enforcement officer to arrest people who are suspected of entering the country illegally. Once in custody, they could either agree to a Texas judge’s order to leave the U.S. or be prosecuted on misdemeanor charges of illegal entry. Migrants who don’t leave could face arrest again under more serious felony charges.

Opponents have called it the most dramatic attempt by a state to police immigration since a 2010 Arizona law — denounced by critics as the “Show Me Your Papers” bill — that was largely&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/57fd255191214d54b420a39a96b82451">struck down</a>&nbsp;by the U.S. Supreme Court. The lawsuit cites the 2012 Supreme Court decision on the Arizona law, which stated the federal government has exclusive power over immigration.

“The bill overrides bedrock constitutional principles and flouts federal immigration law while harming Texans, in particular Brown and Black communities," Adriana Piñon, legal director of the ACLU of Texas, said in a statement.

Earlier Tuesday, ACLU affiliates in Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Louisiana, Arizona, Texas, and San Diego and Imperial Counties in California issued a travel advisory warning of a possible threat to travelers’ civil and constitutional rights violations when passing through Texas.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1702952665492.png" alt="Gov. Greg Abbott signed three bills into law at a border wall construction site in Brownsville, Texas on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, that will broaden his border security plans and add funding for more infrastructure to deter illegal immigration. (AP Photo/Valerie Gonzalez)" />
 <figcaption>Gov. Greg Abbott signed three bills into law at a border wall construction site in Brownsville, Texas on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, that will broaden his border security plans and add funding for more infrastructure to deter illegal immigration. (AP Photo/Valerie Gonzalez)</figcaption>
 </figure>By Associated PressAUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Civil rights organizations on Tuesday filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/immigration-texas-border-8c86bc6c20a7c30d6127b2413b8688fc">new Texas law</a>&nbsp;that would allow police to arrest migrants who cross the border illegally and permit local judges to order them to leave the country.The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Austin, argues that the measure that is set to take effect in March is unconstitutional because the federal government has sole authority over immigration.The American Civil Liberties Union, its Texas branch, and the Texas Civil Rights Project sued less than 24 hours after Republican Gov. Greg Abbott signed the measure during a ceremony on the U.S.-Mexico border in Brownsville.The civil rights groups filed the lawsuit on behalf of El Paso County and two immigrant aid groups seeking to block enforcement of the measure, known as SB 4, and declare it unlawful.“S.B. 4 creates a new state system to regulate immigration that completely bypasses and conflicts with the federal system,” the lawsuit states.The lawsuit was filed against the head of the Texas Department of Public Safety, whose troopers could arrest migrants, and the El Paso County district attorney, whose office would potentially prosecute cases in that border community.A DPS spokesperson declined to comment in an email Tuesday, citing the pending litigation. A person who answered the phone in Hicks’ office said he was not available and had no immediate comment.Abbott and other Texas Republicans who support the measure say President Joe Biden isn’t doing enough to control the 1,950-mile (3,149-kilometer) southern border.“In his absence, Texas has the constitutional authority to secure our border through historic laws like SB 4,” Abbott said in an email Tuesday, adding that he was willing to take the case to the Supreme Court.White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre criticized the law, but wouldn’t say whether the Justice Department would also challenge it.“This is an extreme law that will not and does not make the communities in Texas safer,” Jean-Pierre said. She added that the purpose of the law was to “demonize immigrants and also dehumanize immigrants” and said “communities should not be individually targeted and put into harm’s way.”According to Tuesday’s lawsuit, DPS Director Steve McGraw told lawmakers that his agency estimates approximately 72,000 arrests will be made each year under the measure.The law comes as the U.S.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/arizona-border-wall-breaches-asylum-immigration-beddd2ca0ffd02884ce0d0ad1785f538">is seeing an increase in illegal border crossings.</a>&nbsp;Customs and Border Patrol acting commissioner Troy Miller called the number of daily arrivals “unprecedented,” as illegal crossings have topped 10,000 on some days this month.The measure allows any Texas law enforcement officer to arrest people who are suspected of entering the country illegally. Once in custody, they could either agree to a Texas judge’s order to leave the U.S. or be prosecuted on misdemeanor charges of illegal entry. Migrants who don’t leave could face arrest again under more serious felony charges.Opponents have called it the most dramatic attempt by a state to police immigration since a 2010 Arizona law — denounced by critics as the “Show Me Your Papers” bill — that was largely&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/57fd255191214d54b420a39a96b82451">struck down</a>&nbsp;by the U.S. Supreme Court. The lawsuit cites the 2012 Supreme Court decision on the Arizona law, which stated the federal government has exclusive power over immigration.“The bill overrides bedrock constitutional principles and flouts federal immigration law while harming Texans, in particular Brown and Black communities," Adriana Piñon, legal director of the ACLU of Texas, said in a statement.Earlier Tuesday, ACLU affiliates in Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Louisiana, Arizona, Texas, and San Diego and Imperial Counties in California issued a travel advisory warning of a possible threat to travelers’ civil and constitutional rights violations when passing through Texas.

Lawsuit filed over new Texas law that lets police arrest illegals

SHAWNEE COUNTY – The City of Topeka announced Tuesday that it is parting ways with Chief Financial Officer Freddy Mawyin, according to a media release from the city.

Mawyin had been on administrative leave since December 11, following his arrest on a requested charge of domestic battery.

Just before 10 p.m. on Dec. 10, police were called to a home in the 4400 block of SW Lincolnshire Road for a&nbsp; report of a past domestic dispute that occurred Dec. 9, according to a media release.

Throughout the course of the investigation, police determined Mawyin was the suspect. He was arrested and booked into the Shawnee Co. Dept. of Corrections on a requested charges of domestic battery.

Rachelle Mathews has been named Acting Finance Director and will serve in the role until further notice. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703025008801.png" alt="Mawyin-photo Shawnee Co." />
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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY – The City of Topeka announced Tuesday that it is parting ways with Chief Financial Officer Freddy Mawyin, according to a media release from the city.Mawyin had been on administrative leave since December 11, following his arrest on a requested charge of domestic battery.Just before 10 p.m. on Dec. 10, police were called to a home in the 4400 block of SW Lincolnshire Road for a&nbsp; report of a past domestic dispute that occurred Dec. 9, according to a media release.Throughout the course of the investigation, police determined Mawyin was the suspect. He was arrested and booked into the Shawnee Co. Dept. of Corrections on a requested charges of domestic battery.Rachelle Mathews has been named Acting Finance Director and will serve in the role until further notice.

City of Topeka fires Chief Financial Officer after his arrest

KANSAS CITY —Cyril Gregory Buyanovsky, 60, of Lawrence, Kansas, the owner and president of KanRus Trading Company Inc., pleaded guilty Tuesday for his role in a years-long conspiracy to circumvent U.S. export laws by filing false export forms with the U.S. government and, after Russian’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, continuing to sell and export sophisticated and controlled avionics equipment to customers in Russia without the required licenses from the U.S. Department of Commerce, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

“Buyanovsky admitted to a long-running scheme to smuggle sophisticated U.S. avionics equipment to Russia, doubling down to hide his actions after Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine,” said Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Olsen of the Justice Department’s National Security Division. “Today’s guilty plea demonstrates the Justice Department’s commitment to cut off Moscow from means to fuel its military and hold those enabling it accountable in a court of law.”

“The rejection of tyranny and&nbsp;the&nbsp;protection of democracy are among the foundational principles of the United States of America. Our country continues to hold steadfastly to these ideals,” said U.S. Attorney Kate E. Brubacher for the District of Kansas. “After the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. government imposed export controls and sanctions to prevent the weaponization of U.S. manufactured technology against Ukraine in a conflict intended to usurp its right to sovereignty within its borders. As long as there are people who value greed and profit over freedom and justice, the U.S. Department of Justice will remain vigilant and investigate and prosecute these crimes.”

“Buyanovsky’s guilty plea serves as a reminder to those who defy U.S. law to support Russia’s aggression – know you will be held accountable for your actions,” said Executive Assistant Director Larissa Knapp of the FBI’s National Security Branch. “The FBI, along with our partners, works diligently to identify and prevent illegal transfers of sophisticated equipment to hostile nations and will pursue those who support such smuggling operations.”

“The diversion of controlled U.S.-origin goods and falsification of end user information for use by Russian end users will be vigorously investigated,” said Special Agent in Charge Aaron Tambrini of Department of Commerce’s Office of Export Enforcement Chicago Field Office. “Individuals will be pursued and prosecuted wherever they are located.”

According to court documents, as part of his guilty plea, Buyanovsky admitted that between 2020 and when he was arrested in March, he conspired with others – including co-defendant and former KanRus vice president Douglas Edward Robertson, 56, of Olathe, Kansas – to smuggle U.S.-origin avionics equipment to end users in Russia, as well as Russian end users in other foreign countries, by, among other actions, knowingly filing false export forms and failing to file required export forms with the U.S. government. In these forms, Buyanovsky and his conspirators lied about the exports’ value, end users and end destinations.

Buyanovsky further admitted that on at least one occasion in 2021, he and Robertson smuggled a repaired Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) to the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation (FSB) by removing the FSB sticker from the device before sending the device to a U.S. company to be repaired and then reattaching the sticker before shipping the TCAS back to the FSB in Russia.&nbsp;

KANSAS CITY —Cyril Gregory Buyanovsky, 60, of Lawrence, Kansas, the owner and president of KanRus Trading Company Inc., pleaded guilty Tuesday for his role in a years-long conspiracy to circumvent U.S. export laws by filing false export forms with the U.S. government and, after Russian’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, continuing to sell and export sophisticated and controlled avionics equipment to customers in Russia without the required licenses from the U.S. Department of Commerce, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.“Buyanovsky admitted to a long-running scheme to smuggle sophisticated U.S. avionics equipment to Russia, doubling down to hide his actions after Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine,” said Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Olsen of the Justice Department’s National Security Division. “Today’s guilty plea demonstrates the Justice Department’s commitment to cut off Moscow from means to fuel its military and hold those enabling it accountable in a court of law.”“The rejection of tyranny and&nbsp;the&nbsp;protection of democracy are among the foundational principles of the United States of America. Our country continues to hold steadfastly to these ideals,” said U.S. Attorney Kate E. Brubacher for the District of Kansas. “After the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. government imposed export controls and sanctions to prevent the weaponization of U.S. manufactured technology against Ukraine in a conflict intended to usurp its right to sovereignty within its borders. As long as there are people who value greed and profit over freedom and justice, the U.S. Department of Justice will remain vigilant and investigate and prosecute these crimes.”“Buyanovsky’s guilty plea serves as a reminder to those who defy U.S. law to support Russia’s aggression – know you will be held accountable for your actions,” said Executive Assistant Director Larissa Knapp of the FBI’s National Security Branch. “The FBI, along with our partners, works diligently to identify and prevent illegal transfers of sophisticated equipment to hostile nations and will pursue those who support such smuggling operations.”“The diversion of controlled U.S.-origin goods and falsification of end user information for use by Russian end users will be vigorously investigated,” said Special Agent in Charge Aaron Tambrini of Department of Commerce’s Office of Export Enforcement Chicago Field Office. “Individuals will be pursued and prosecuted wherever they are located.”According to court documents, as part of his guilty plea, Buyanovsky admitted that between 2020 and when he was arrested in March, he conspired with others – including co-defendant and former KanRus vice president Douglas Edward Robertson, 56, of Olathe, Kansas – to smuggle U.S.-origin avionics equipment to end users in Russia, as well as Russian end users in other foreign countries, by, among other actions, knowingly filing false export forms and failing to file required export forms with the U.S. government. In these forms, Buyanovsky and his conspirators lied about the exports’ value, end users and end destinations.Buyanovsky further admitted that on at least one occasion in 2021, he and Robertson smuggled a repaired Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) to the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation (FSB) by removing the FSB sticker from the device before sending the device to a U.S. company to be repaired and then reattaching the sticker before shipping the TCAS back to the FSB in Russia.&nbsp;Buyanovsky further admitted that after Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022 and the U.S. government tightened export controls concerning Russia, he, co-defendant Robertson and other conspirators continued to purchase and export U.S.-origin avionics equipment to customers in Russia and took numerous steps to hide their illegal activity from law enforcement, including by lying to U.S. suppliers about the intended end users; shipping goods through intermediary companies in Armenia, the United Arab Emirates, and Cyprus; continuing to file false export forms with the U.S. government; and using foreign bank accounts in countries other than Russia, such as Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Cyprus and the United Arab Emirates, to funnel money from the Russian customers to KanRus in the United States.&nbsp;In addition to pleading guilty, Buyanovsky consented to the forfeiture of over $450,000 worth of avionics equipment and accessories and a $50,000 personal forfeiture judgment. According to court documents, among the equipment that Buyanovsky forfeited was a pallet of avionics devices that was detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection the day before Buyanovsky and Robertson were arrested.On Dec. 7, as part of the U.S. government’s interagency efforts to dismantle Russian procurement networks designed to circumvent U.S. export controls and sanctions imposed in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Department of Commerce added many of the entities and individuals involved in Buyanovsky’s illegal export scheme to the Commerce Department’s Entity List, which imposes specific license requirements on all listed individuals and entities.As a result of today’s guilty plea, Buyanovsky faces a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison – five years for the conspiracy count and 20 years for the money laundering count. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for March 21, 2024.