FINNEY COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Finney County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man connected to the murder of 35-year-old Alexander “AJ” Perez, of Ulysses, according to a media release from the agency.

Family members reported AJ Perez missing to the Ulysses Police Department on Dec. 14, 2020.

On Jan. 12, 2021, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance after foul play was suspected in his disappearance. Authorities believe Perez was killed on or around Dec. 6, 2020, in Finney County.

On Wednesday, Dec. 27, at around 1:45 p.m., Oscar Corrales 44, of Garden City, was arrested on a warrant for second-degree murder connected to the death of AJ Perez.

He was also arrested for racketeering, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia, and theft. The additional charges were based on an investigation by the Garden City Police Department and the Finney County Sheriff’s Office.

Corrales was arrested at the Finney County Jail where he was being held on unrelated charges. All suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

The Finney County Attorney’s Office is expected to prosecute the case. The investigation is ongoing. Nothing further can be released at this time.

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 </figure>FINNEY COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Finney County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man connected to the murder of 35-year-old Alexander “AJ” Perez, of Ulysses, according to a media release from the agency.Family members reported AJ Perez missing to the Ulysses Police Department on Dec. 14, 2020.On Jan. 12, 2021, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance after foul play was suspected in his disappearance. Authorities believe Perez was killed on or around Dec. 6, 2020, in Finney County.On Wednesday, Dec. 27, at around 1:45 p.m., Oscar Corrales 44, of Garden City, was arrested on a warrant for second-degree murder connected to the death of AJ Perez.He was also arrested for racketeering, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia, and theft. The additional charges were based on an investigation by the Garden City Police Department and the Finney County Sheriff’s Office.Corrales was arrested at the Finney County Jail where he was being held on unrelated charges. All suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.The Finney County Attorney’s Office is expected to prosecute the case. The investigation is ongoing. Nothing further can be released at this time.

Murder: Suspect arrested in disappearance of SW Kan. man

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a homicides that occurred in Kansas City early Christmas Eve and have identified the victim as 55-year-old Elvis Danner, according to KCPD Sergeant Jacob Becchina.

Just after midnight Sunday, police were dispatched to a shooting at 1st Street and Holmes in Kansas City, according to Police Captain Corey Carlisle.

Officers conducted an area canvassing in the wooded area of an unhoused camp and located Danner suffering from unknown bodily trauma.&nbsp;

 EMS arrived on scene and subsequently pronounced him deceased.&nbsp; It was later discovered by the medical examiner on scene, the victim suffered from apparent gunshot wounds.

Police have not reported an arrest or additional details.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703430112733.png" alt="Location of the investigation -photo courtesy Sheriff Daryl Forte" />
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a homicides that occurred in Kansas City early Christmas Eve and have identified the victim as 55-year-old Elvis Danner, according to KCPD Sergeant Jacob Becchina.Just after midnight Sunday, police were dispatched to a shooting at 1st Street and Holmes in Kansas City, according to Police Captain Corey Carlisle.Officers conducted an area canvassing in the wooded area of an unhoused camp and located Danner suffering from unknown bodily trauma.&nbsp; EMS arrived on scene and subsequently pronounced him deceased.&nbsp; It was later discovered by the medical examiner on scene, the victim suffered from apparent gunshot wounds.Police have not reported an arrest or additional details.

Police ID homicide victim found in wooded area of Kansas City

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.

Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.

Abigayle Franklin, Failure to appear, arrested 12/22

Camelia Richmond, Drivers license without valid DL, arrested 12/22

Blair Ross, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, Interference with LEO, arrested 12/22

Carlos Dotson, Failure to appear, Arrest by LEO: warrant arrest, Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked, arrested 12/22

Samantha Borland, Domestic battery, arrested 12/23

Shontay Clarke, Failure to appear, arrested 12/26

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703701123227.jpeg" alt="Shanyia Everett, Failure to appear, arrested 12/23" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703701175435.jpeg" alt="Kelly Simmons, Failure to appear, Use/possess with intent to using drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of&nbsp; opiate, opium, or certain stimulant, arrested 12/24" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703701677608.jpeg" alt="Phillip White, Criminal deprivation to property, arrested 12/26" />
 <figcaption>Phillip White, Criminal deprivation to property, arrested 12/26</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Abigayle Franklin, Failure to appear, arrested 12/22Camelia Richmond, Drivers license without valid DL, arrested 12/22Blair Ross, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, Interference with LEO, arrested 12/22Carlos Dotson, Failure to appear, Arrest by LEO: warrant arrest, Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked, arrested 12/22Samantha Borland, Domestic battery, arrested 12/23Shontay Clarke, Failure to appear, arrested 12/26Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.

Geary County Booking Photos Dec. 23-27

ROGUE RIVER, Ore. – The United States Marshals Service led Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force (PNVOTF) tracked down and arrested a man wanted out of Kansas on a felony warrant for child sex abuse, according to a media release from the Jackson County Oregon Sheriff's Office.

The suspect, Ben J Baxter, 51, of Kansas, was wanted on a felony charge of sodomy with a child who was under 14 years of age. The crime occurred between June 27 and July 1 of this year. 

He is now lodged in the Jackson County Jail awaiting extradition back to Kansas. The arrest occurred&nbsp; December 22, when investigations led PNVOTF and Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputies to a remote residence on Murphy Gulch Road west of Wimer, Oregon.

Investigators located Baxter leaving the residence, and arrested him without incident. Although Baxter wrapped multiple phones in aluminum foil to avoid detection, he was unsuccessful in avoiding capture. 

Over the last few days, PNVOTF tracked Baxter from Josephine County to the arrest location.&nbsp;

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 </figure>ROGUE RIVER, Ore. – The United States Marshals Service led Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force (PNVOTF) tracked down and arrested a man wanted out of Kansas on a felony warrant for child sex abuse, according to a media release from the Jackson County Oregon Sheriff's Office.The suspect, Ben J Baxter, 51, of Kansas, was wanted on a felony charge of sodomy with a child who was under 14 years of age. The crime occurred between June 27 and July 1 of this year. He is now lodged in the Jackson County Jail awaiting extradition back to Kansas. The arrest occurred&nbsp; December 22, when investigations led PNVOTF and Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputies to a remote residence on Murphy Gulch Road west of Wimer, Oregon.<figure>
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 </figure>Investigators located Baxter leaving the residence, and arrested him without incident. Although Baxter wrapped multiple phones in aluminum foil to avoid detection, he was unsuccessful in avoiding capture. Over the last few days, PNVOTF tracked Baxter from Josephine County to the arrest location.&nbsp;

Kan. child sex crime suspect wrapped phones in foil to avoid detection

DICKINSON COUNTY —In May, the Dickinson County Sheriff's Office Drug Enforcement Unit began an investigation into the distribution of meth in Herrington, according to a media release from the sheriff's office.

On December 22, the sheriff's office with the assistance of Herington Police executed a search warrant at a residence in the 200 Block of South 9th Street in Herington.&nbsp; Officers found 337 grams of meth and a small amount of marijuana and other THC products.

Deputies arrested 46-year-old Sabrina Beardslee of Herington on requested charges of&nbsp; possession with intent to distribute meth, possession with intent to distribute drug paraphernalia, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, no drug tax stamp and aggravated child endangerment.

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 </figure>DICKINSON COUNTY —In May, the Dickinson County Sheriff's Office Drug Enforcement Unit began an investigation into the distribution of meth in Herrington, according to a media release from the sheriff's office.On December 22, the sheriff's office with the assistance of Herington Police executed a search warrant at a residence in the 200 Block of South 9th Street in Herington.&nbsp; Officers found 337 grams of meth and a small amount of marijuana and other THC products.Deputies arrested 46-year-old Sabrina Beardslee of Herington on requested charges of&nbsp; possession with intent to distribute meth, possession with intent to distribute drug paraphernalia, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, no drug tax stamp and aggravated child endangerment.

Sheriff: Kan. woman with children was selling meth from her home

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a robbery and have made an arrest.

Just before&nbsp;&nbsp;9 a.m. Dec. 22, police responded to a reported robbery at Dollar General, 1001 SW Fairlawn Road in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley.&nbsp;

Witnesses believed that the individual had a weapon and had stolen an undisclosed amount of cash from the store.

Investigators and patrol officers worked together to locate the individual, later identified as Chase W. Tillison, 37, of Topeka, in the 5300 block of SW 10th Street.&nbsp; 

As a result of the investigation, Tillison was arrested and booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Aggravated Robbery and Interference with a Law Enforcement Officer.

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a robbery and have made an arrest.Just before&nbsp;&nbsp;9 a.m. Dec. 22, police responded to a reported robbery at Dollar General, 1001 SW Fairlawn Road in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley.&nbsp;Witnesses believed that the individual had a weapon and had stolen an undisclosed amount of cash from the store.Investigators and patrol officers worked together to locate the individual, later identified as Chase W. Tillison, 37, of Topeka, in the 5300 block of SW 10th Street.&nbsp; As a result of the investigation, Tillison was arrested and booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Aggravated Robbery and Interference with a Law Enforcement Officer.

Police catch Kansas man who took cash from retail store

OSAGE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after a traffic stop.

Just after 1a.m. Thursday, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 35 in Osage County for a traffic violation, according to Sheriff Chris Wells. During the stop, illegal narcotics were located.

The driver of the vehicle, Christine E. Shear, 40, of Emporia was taken into custody and transported to the Osage County Jail Facility on suspicion on requested charges of&nbsp;Possession of methamphetamine, Driving while license suspended, Endangering a child and an arrest warrant.

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 </figure>OSAGE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after a traffic stop.Just after 1a.m. Thursday, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 35 in Osage County for a traffic violation, according to Sheriff Chris Wells. During the stop, illegal narcotics were located.The driver of the vehicle, Christine E. Shear, 40, of Emporia was taken into custody and transported to the Osage County Jail Facility on suspicion on requested charges of&nbsp;Possession of methamphetamine, Driving while license suspended, Endangering a child and an arrest warrant.

Sheriff: Kansas woman transporting meth with child in the car

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for an alleged theft and additional crimes.

Just after 3p.m. Wednesday, police&nbsp; responded to a package theft in the 1700 block of SW Shunga Drive in Topeka, according to police spokesperson Rosie Nichols.

As a result of collaboration between patrol officers and community police officers, a suspect was identified as Edward L. Swarthout, 41, of Topeka.

Around 4 p.m., community police officers located Swarthout in the 700 block of SW Fairlawn Road. They also found&nbsp;the stolen items and narcotics. 

Police arrested Swarthout and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of theft, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant, Possession of marijuana and Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703173196930.png" alt="Swarthout -photo Shawnee County" />
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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for an alleged theft and additional crimes.Just after 3p.m. Wednesday, police&nbsp; responded to a package theft in the 1700 block of SW Shunga Drive in Topeka, according to police spokesperson Rosie Nichols.As a result of collaboration between patrol officers and community police officers, a suspect was identified as Edward L. Swarthout, 41, of Topeka.Around 4 p.m., community police officers located Swarthout in the 700 block of SW Fairlawn Road. They also found&nbsp;the stolen items and narcotics. Police arrested Swarthout and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of theft, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant, Possession of marijuana and Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body.

Police capture Kansas porch pirate, recover stolen items

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a deadly shooting have made an arrest

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&nbsp;45-year-old Jennifer Eisele of Topeka. suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.&nbsp;

As a result of the investigation, police arrested Steven Hunter Jr., 46, of Topeka and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections, according to Police Lt. Donna Eubanks.

He is being held on requested charges of Murder in the 1st degree; intentional,&nbsp;&nbsp;Criminal possession of a weapon by a felon, Interference with law enforcement officer; knowingly flee by means other than a motor vehicle for felony case, according to&nbsp;

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a deadly shooting have made an arrest<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703333783490.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy WIBW TV" />
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 </figure>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&nbsp;45-year-old Jennifer Eisele of Topeka. suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.&nbsp;As a result of the investigation, police arrested Steven Hunter Jr., 46, of Topeka and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections, according to Police Lt. Donna Eubanks.He is being held on requested charges of Murder in the 1st degree; intentional,&nbsp;&nbsp;Criminal possession of a weapon by a felon, Interference with law enforcement officer; knowingly flee by means other than a motor vehicle for felony case, according to&nbsp;

Police capture suspect wanted for murder of Kansas woman

SHAWNEE COUNTY–Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect in connection with an incident that occurred on December 15,&nbsp; in the 1100 block of South West Washburn Ave, where a male subject struck a Shawnee County Sheriff’s Deputy with a vehicle.

Shortly before 3:30 Dec. 22, members of the Fugitive Warrants Unit, Uniformed Patrol Division, K-9 Unit, and Investigations Division, responded to the 1400 block of South West 72nd Terrace in Shawnee County to execute a felony arrest warrant for the subject wanted in connection with striking the deputy.

While at that location, deputies arrested 39-year-old James Rich of Topeka. During execution of the warrant, deputies also arrested the homeowner identified as 53-year-old James Allen Jr., of Topeka on an unrelated warrant.

Rich was booked into the Shawnee County Department of corrections on requested charges of aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, felony criminal damage to property, felony interference with a law enforcement officer, felony theft, and a fugitive from justice charge in connection with a felony absconder charge from the Michigan Department of Corrections.&nbsp; &nbsp;The sheriff's office released no additional details on the deputy's condition or recovery.

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY–Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect in connection with an incident that occurred on December 15,&nbsp; in the 1100 block of South West Washburn Ave, where a male subject struck a Shawnee County Sheriff’s Deputy with a vehicle.Shortly before 3:30 Dec. 22, members of the Fugitive Warrants Unit, Uniformed Patrol Division, K-9 Unit, and Investigations Division, responded to the 1400 block of South West 72nd Terrace in Shawnee County to execute a felony arrest warrant for the subject wanted in connection with striking the deputy.While at that location, deputies arrested 39-year-old James Rich of Topeka. During execution of the warrant, deputies also arrested the homeowner identified as 53-year-old James Allen Jr., of Topeka on an unrelated warrant.Rich was booked into the Shawnee County Department of corrections on requested charges of aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, felony criminal damage to property, felony interference with a law enforcement officer, felony theft, and a fugitive from justice charge in connection with a felony absconder charge from the Michigan Department of Corrections.&nbsp; &nbsp;The sheriff's office released no additional details on the deputy's condition or recovery.

Suspect who struck Kansas deputy with a vehicle is in custody

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>
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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" />
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 </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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 </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

Jacob Bailey, Arrest by LEO, Warrant arrest, arrested 12/21

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.<figure>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703264729253.jpeg" alt="Kevin Seldon, Resisting arrest, Interference with LEO, Obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, arrested 12/21" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703265023838.jpeg" alt="James Gross, Unlawful to transmit proceeds derived from drugs: Value &lt;$5,000; Taxation:Drugs, No drug tax stamp for marijuana or controlled substance, Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture/plant/cultivate controlled substance, Distribute marijuana: 450 grams-&lt;30 kilograms, arrested 12/22" />
 <figcaption>James Gross, Unlawful to transmit proceeds derived from drugs: Value &lt;$5,000; Taxation:Drugs, No drug tax stamp for marijuana or controlled substance, Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture/plant/cultivate controlled substance, Distribute marijuana: 450 grams-&lt;30 kilograms, arrested 12/22</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Jacob Bailey, Arrest by LEO, Warrant arrest, arrested 12/21Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.

Geary County Booking Photos Dec. 22

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>
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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>
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 </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. 

<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.