KANSAS CITY (AP) —At least three people have been found dead, and at least five others are thought to be injured, police in Missouri said while investigating two shootings with multiple victims in the same area of Kansas City early Sunday morning.

Officers were called to the intersection of 57th Street and Prospect Avenue just after 4:30 a.m. where they found three shooting victims — two men and one women — dead in a parking lot and in the street, Kansas City Police Department spokesperson Jake Becchina said in an email.

Police were told that five other shooting victims with injuries that were not life-threatening arrived at various hospitals by private vehicles or ambulance, Becchina said, adding: “Preliminary information indicates there was a large gathering of people in a parking lot at the intersection when the victims were shot."

An initial investigation by police indicates the gathering took place outside an auto mechanic shop, where police have been called to before,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kshb.com/news/crime/multiple-people-injured-killed-after-2-shootings-on-prospect-avenue-overnight?dfsfsd">KSHB-TV reported.</a>

“My condolences to the families of three people killed in a shooting this morning at an apparent after-hours gathering near 57 and Prospect. If the business knew persons would be present, without security, selling alcohol, and thwarting our laws, that business should be closed," Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas posted on Twitter.

There was no immediate information about any arrests being made, KSHB-TV reported. Police also responded to a nearby shooting on Prospect Avenue near 31st Street around 3 a.m. and said critical injuries were suffered, though they did not say how many people were injured.

KANSAS CITY (AP) — Police in Kansas City were investigating two shootings with multiple victims in the same area of Kansas City early Sunday morning, although the number of dead or wounded was not immediately known, a news report said.

The Kansas City Police Department responded to shootings on Prospect Avenue around 3 a.m. and again around 4:30 a.m. Sunday,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kshb.com/news/crime/multiple-people-injured-killed-after-2-shootings-on-prospect-avenue-overnight?dfsfsd">KSHB-TV reported</a>.

One of the shootings involved multiple fatalities, the station reported.

The number of victims from each shooting was not immediately available, but police told KSHB that some victims with gunshot wounds transported themselves to a hospital.

There was no immediate information about any arrests being made, KSHB reported.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687710602889.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation Sunday morning -photo courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation Sunday morning -photo courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) —At least three people have been found dead, and at least five others are thought to be injured, police in Missouri said while investigating two shootings with multiple victims in the same area of Kansas City early Sunday morning.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">My condolences to the families of three people killed in a shooting this morning at an apparent after-hours gathering near 57 and Prospect. If the business knew persons would be present, without security, selling alcohol, and thwarting our laws, that business should be closed.&mdash; Mayor Q (@QuintonLucasKC) <a href="https://twitter.com/QuintonLucasKC/status/1672959843026575360?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 25, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Officers were called to the intersection of 57th Street and Prospect Avenue just after 4:30 a.m. where they found three shooting victims — two men and one women — dead in a parking lot and in the street, Kansas City Police Department spokesperson Jake Becchina said in an email.Police were told that five other shooting victims with injuries that were not life-threatening arrived at various hospitals by private vehicles or ambulance, Becchina said, adding: “Preliminary information indicates there was a large gathering of people in a parking lot at the intersection when the victims were shot."An initial investigation by police indicates the gathering took place outside an auto mechanic shop, where police have been called to before,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kshb.com/news/crime/multiple-people-injured-killed-after-2-shootings-on-prospect-avenue-overnight?dfsfsd">KSHB-TV reported.</a>“My condolences to the families of three people killed in a shooting this morning at an apparent after-hours gathering near 57 and Prospect. If the business knew persons would be present, without security, selling alcohol, and thwarting our laws, that business should be closed," Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas posted on Twitter.There was no immediate information about any arrests being made, KSHB-TV reported. Police also responded to a nearby shooting on Prospect Avenue near 31st Street around 3 a.m. and said critical injuries were suffered, though they did not say how many people were injured.--------------KANSAS CITY (AP) — Police in Kansas City were investigating two shootings with multiple victims in the same area of Kansas City early Sunday morning, although the number of dead or wounded was not immediately known, a news report said.The Kansas City Police Department responded to shootings on Prospect Avenue around 3 a.m. and again around 4:30 a.m. Sunday,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kshb.com/news/crime/multiple-people-injured-killed-after-2-shootings-on-prospect-avenue-overnight?dfsfsd">KSHB-TV reported</a>.One of the shootings involved multiple fatalities, the station reported.The number of victims from each shooting was not immediately available, but police told KSHB that some victims with gunshot wounds transported themselves to a hospital.There was no immediate information about any arrests being made, KSHB reported.

Multiple fatalities in 2 Sunday shootings in Kansas City

MORGANTOWN (AP) —Assistant Josh Eilert has been selected as the interim coach at West Virginia, punctuating a hectic week after&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/huggins-arrested-dui-pittsburgh-west-virginia-fb441762888b47bade5efb1b4e247da0">Bob Huggins resigned following a drunken driving arrest</a>.

Eilert, who has no previous head coaching experience, emerged as athletic director Wren Baker’s choice to shepherd the team through a challenging offseason stretch. Baker stayed in-house and chose not to hire a full-time coach given the limited options of conducting a nationwide search in June and the urgency of finding someone — anyone — with the start of practice only four months away.

“I spoke with knowledgeable basketball people around the country over the last week, including coaches, professional basketball executives and others of whom I trust to identify a strong group of candidates to speak with,” Baker said in a statement announcing the move Saturday night. “Ultimately what I came to recognize, was that conducting this search in late June was difficult for many of our candidates and also it put our talented student-athletes at a real disadvantage. With that said, we will conduct our national search at the conclusion of the 2023-24 season.”

Under NCAA rules, West Virginia’s players have a 30-day window to enter the transfer portal, and several apparently have chosen to do so, although they have the option to return. Eilert could be the glue that keeps together an upper class-heavy roster built largely through transfers.

“Josh Eilert is the right person to lead our men’s basketball program next season,” Baker said. “He has been an important part of our success, and he has displayed great integrity, work ethic and dedication. He has been involved in all facets of our program during his time on the basketball staff, and he has earned this opportunity to coach our team on an interim basis for the 2023-24 season.”

The 43-year-old Eilert first joined Huggins as a graduate assistant at Kansas State in 2006, then followed him to West Virginia in 2007. Eilert has had a variety of roles with the Mountaineers, including video coordinator and director of basketball operations, before being named an assistant coach in July 2022.

“I would like to thank Wren Baker, President Gee, Rob Alsop, Steve Uryasz and the rest of our administration for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to lead our storied Mountaineer basketball program,” Eilert said. “I would also like to thank Coach Huggins for retaining me on his staff at K-State in 2006 and for bringing me to West Virginia in 2007. I’ve learned so much from Coach Huggins, and it was an honor to work for a Hall of Fame coach for the last 17 years."

Among others who were linked to the opening were UAB coach and former Huggins assistant Andy Kennedy, and former West Virginia and Michigan coach John Beilein.

Huggins had assembled arguably one of the better recruiting classes in the country from the portal for next season, including Syracuse center Jesse Edwards, Arizona guard Kerr Kriisa, Manhattan guards Jose Perez and Omar Silverio, and Montana State guard RaeQuan Battle.

Huggins’ 16-year run as West Virginia’s coach ended with his resignation on June 17. The day before, he was charged with driving under the influence in Pittsburgh. According to a criminal complaint, Huggins initially believed he was in Columbus, Ohio. A breath test determined Huggins’ blood alcohol content was more than twice the legal limit. He has a preliminary hearing scheduled for Aug. 3 in Pittsburgh.

Huggins also pleaded no contest in 2004 to driving under the influence when he was the coach at Cincinnati. He was fired a year later amid a power struggle with the school’s president as well as the aftermath of the DUI arrest.

His resignation at West Virginia came a month after the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/huggins-homophobic-slur-west-virginia-xavier-77ce70b41112a0062421ad9405558473">university suspended him for three games</a>&nbsp;for using an anti-gay slur while also denigrating Catholics during a radio interview.

The 69-year-old Huggins was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame last September.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687658244063.png" alt=" Eilert came to WVU in 2007 from Kansas State, where he served as a graduate assistant in 2006-07-photo courtesy WVU Athletics" />
 <figcaption> Eilert came to WVU in 2007 from Kansas State, where he served as a graduate assistant in 2006-07-photo courtesy WVU Athletics</figcaption>
 </figure>MORGANTOWN (AP) —Assistant Josh Eilert has been selected as the interim coach at West Virginia, punctuating a hectic week after&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/huggins-arrested-dui-pittsburgh-west-virginia-fb441762888b47bade5efb1b4e247da0">Bob Huggins resigned following a drunken driving arrest</a>.Eilert, who has no previous head coaching experience, emerged as athletic director Wren Baker’s choice to shepherd the team through a challenging offseason stretch. Baker stayed in-house and chose not to hire a full-time coach given the limited options of conducting a nationwide search in June and the urgency of finding someone — anyone — with the start of practice only four months away.“I spoke with knowledgeable basketball people around the country over the last week, including coaches, professional basketball executives and others of whom I trust to identify a strong group of candidates to speak with,” Baker said in a statement announcing the move Saturday night. “Ultimately what I came to recognize, was that conducting this search in late June was difficult for many of our candidates and also it put our talented student-athletes at a real disadvantage. With that said, we will conduct our national search at the conclusion of the 2023-24 season.”Under NCAA rules, West Virginia’s players have a 30-day window to enter the transfer portal, and several apparently have chosen to do so, although they have the option to return. Eilert could be the glue that keeps together an upper class-heavy roster built largely through transfers.“Josh Eilert is the right person to lead our men’s basketball program next season,” Baker said. “He has been an important part of our success, and he has displayed great integrity, work ethic and dedication. He has been involved in all facets of our program during his time on the basketball staff, and he has earned this opportunity to coach our team on an interim basis for the 2023-24 season.”The 43-year-old Eilert first joined Huggins as a graduate assistant at Kansas State in 2006, then followed him to West Virginia in 2007. Eilert has had a variety of roles with the Mountaineers, including video coordinator and director of basketball operations, before being named an assistant coach in July 2022.“I would like to thank Wren Baker, President Gee, Rob Alsop, Steve Uryasz and the rest of our administration for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to lead our storied Mountaineer basketball program,” Eilert said. “I would also like to thank Coach Huggins for retaining me on his staff at K-State in 2006 and for bringing me to West Virginia in 2007. I’ve learned so much from Coach Huggins, and it was an honor to work for a Hall of Fame coach for the last 17 years."Among others who were linked to the opening were UAB coach and former Huggins assistant Andy Kennedy, and former West Virginia and Michigan coach John Beilein.Huggins had assembled arguably one of the better recruiting classes in the country from the portal for next season, including Syracuse center Jesse Edwards, Arizona guard Kerr Kriisa, Manhattan guards Jose Perez and Omar Silverio, and Montana State guard RaeQuan Battle.Huggins’ 16-year run as West Virginia’s coach ended with his resignation on June 17. The day before, he was charged with driving under the influence in Pittsburgh. According to a criminal complaint, Huggins initially believed he was in Columbus, Ohio. A breath test determined Huggins’ blood alcohol content was more than twice the legal limit. He has a preliminary hearing scheduled for Aug. 3 in Pittsburgh.Huggins also pleaded no contest in 2004 to driving under the influence when he was the coach at Cincinnati. He was fired a year later amid a power struggle with the school’s president as well as the aftermath of the DUI arrest.His resignation at West Virginia came a month after the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/huggins-homophobic-slur-west-virginia-xavier-77ce70b41112a0062421ad9405558473">university suspended him for three games</a>&nbsp;for using an anti-gay slur while also denigrating Catholics during a radio interview.The 69-year-old Huggins was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame last September.

Former KSU grad assistant will replace Bob Huggins at West Virginia

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a shooting have a suspect in custody.

Just before 3p.m. on June 6, police responded to a shooting call at the intersection of 18th Street N and Chautauqua in Wichita, according to a media release.

Officers located a 28-year-old victim bleeding profusely from a gunshot wound to his left upper leg. Officers applied a tourniquet and proceeded to provide lifesaving measurements. 

EMS then arrived and transported the victim to a local hospital in critical condition.

At the time of the incident, officers only knew that the victim was walking around the intersection of 18th Street N and Chautauqua when he got into a verbal argument with a male suspect driving a white vehicle.

The&nbsp; suspect produced a handgun and shot the victim.

Detectives used Flock and developed a suspect vehicle and a tag. They also learned that the vehicle was driving south toward the Oklahoma border.

 Investigators contacted their law enforcement partners and informed them about the vehicle being involved in a shooting and the direction of travel.

Later, police in Norman Oklahoma located a white Audi matching the description of the vehicle involved in the shooting and arrested the driver, 45-year-old Jeremi Mothershed of Wichita. 

Mothershed had a 9mm handgun at the time of his arrest. He was booked into jail on unrelated charges in Norman Oklahoma.The gun was entered into the police database and came back as the gun that was used in the shooting. 

The case was presented to the DA’s office, and they charged Mothershed with one count of Felon in Possession of a firearm and aggravated battery.&nbsp; Mothershed was being held in the Purcell, Oklahoma jail waiting to be extradited to Wichita.&nbsp;

He has previous convictions for aggravated battery, aggravated assault, criminal possession of a firearm and flee or attempt to elude police, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687538170849.png" alt="Mothershed has previous convictions for aggravated battery, aggravated assault, criminal possession of a firearm and flee or attempt to elude police, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Mothershed has previous convictions for aggravated battery, aggravated assault, criminal possession of a firearm and flee or attempt to elude police, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a shooting have a suspect in custody.Just before 3p.m. on June 6, police responded to a shooting call at the intersection of 18th Street N and Chautauqua in Wichita, according to a media release.Officers located a 28-year-old victim bleeding profusely from a gunshot wound to his left upper leg. Officers applied a tourniquet and proceeded to provide lifesaving measurements. EMS then arrived and transported the victim to a local hospital in critical condition.At the time of the incident, officers only knew that the victim was walking around the intersection of 18th Street N and Chautauqua when he got into a verbal argument with a male suspect driving a white vehicle.The&nbsp; suspect produced a handgun and shot the victim.Detectives used Flock and developed a suspect vehicle and a tag. They also learned that the vehicle was driving south toward the Oklahoma border. Investigators contacted their law enforcement partners and informed them about the vehicle being involved in a shooting and the direction of travel.Later, police in Norman Oklahoma located a white Audi matching the description of the vehicle involved in the shooting and arrested the driver, 45-year-old Jeremi Mothershed of Wichita. Mothershed had a 9mm handgun at the time of his arrest. He was booked into jail on unrelated charges in Norman Oklahoma.The gun was entered into the police database and came back as the gun that was used in the shooting. The case was presented to the DA’s office, and they charged Mothershed with one count of Felon in Possession of a firearm and aggravated battery.&nbsp; Mothershed was being held in the Purcell, Oklahoma jail waiting to be extradited to Wichita.&nbsp;He has previous convictions for aggravated battery, aggravated assault, criminal possession of a firearm and flee or attempt to elude police, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections

Kan. felon wanted for shooting captured in Oklahoma

TOPEKA —El Dorado Correctional Facility (EDCF) resident Nicholas Reimonenq was found in his cell unresponsive and died Saturday morning at the facility, according to a media release from the Kansas Department of Corrections.

Reimonenq, 31, was serving a sentence for one count of burglary and 0ne count of attempted aggravated burglary from Saline County and was admitted to KDOC on May 10, 2023.

The cause of death is pending further investigation as well as results of an independent autopsy.

Per protocol, when a resident dies in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC), the death is under investigation by the KDOC and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI). The investigation is currently on-going.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678285967559.jpeg" alt="Reimonenq from a March arrest in Saline County" />
 <figcaption>Reimonenq from a March arrest in Saline County</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA —El Dorado Correctional Facility (EDCF) resident Nicholas Reimonenq was found in his cell unresponsive and died Saturday morning at the facility, according to a media release from the Kansas Department of Corrections.Reimonenq, 31, was serving a sentence for one count of burglary and 0ne count of attempted aggravated burglary from Saline County and was admitted to KDOC on May 10, 2023.The cause of death is pending further investigation as well as results of an independent autopsy.Per protocol, when a resident dies in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC), the death is under investigation by the KDOC and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI). The investigation is currently on-going.

Inmate in Kansas prison for 6 weeks found dead

RENO COUNTY–&nbsp;A six-month investigation by Riley County detectives led to the arrest of Caleb Perry, 32, of Manhattan on Friday in connection to the murder of a 42-year-old woman in Manhattan, according to a media release from the RCPD.

On January 8, 2023, around 1:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Flint Hills Pl. for a welfare check. After arriving, officers found Takeera Griffin dead in her apartment, and Perry on scene.

A meticulous investigation by detectives revealed Perry had lied about the circumstances leading up to and causing Griffin’s death. Further investigation determined Griffin’s cause of death, initially unclear, was a homicide. Perry is also reported to have accessed a financial account belonging to Griffin after her death.

Perry was already confined in the Riley County Jail for unrelated charges when he was arrested around 5:15 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 2023, for first-degree murder, criminal use of a financial card, and three counts of interference with law enforcement.

He was issued a bond of $1 million for these charges and remains confined with a total bond of $1,016,000.&nbsp;Perry has previous convictions for aggravated battery and domestic battery, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687575710394.png" alt="Perry has previous convictions for aggravated battery and domestic battery, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections." />
 <figcaption>Perry has previous convictions for aggravated battery and domestic battery, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.</figcaption>
 </figure>RENO COUNTY–&nbsp;A six-month investigation by Riley County detectives led to the arrest of Caleb Perry, 32, of Manhattan on Friday in connection to the murder of a 42-year-old woman in Manhattan, according to a media release from the RCPD.On January 8, 2023, around 1:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Flint Hills Pl. for a welfare check. After arriving, officers found Takeera Griffin dead in her apartment, and Perry on scene.A meticulous investigation by detectives revealed Perry had lied about the circumstances leading up to and causing Griffin’s death. Further investigation determined Griffin’s cause of death, initially unclear, was a homicide. Perry is also reported to have accessed a financial account belonging to Griffin after her death.Perry was already confined in the Riley County Jail for unrelated charges when he was arrested around 5:15 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 2023, for first-degree murder, criminal use of a financial card, and three counts of interference with law enforcement.He was issued a bond of $1 million for these charges and remains confined with a total bond of $1,016,000.&nbsp;Perry has previous convictions for aggravated battery and domestic battery, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

6-month Investigation: Manhattan man accused of murder

SEDGWICK COUNTY—A suspect accused in a shooting outside a funeral last week made a first court appearance this week.

Demetrius Carter, 18 of Wichita, is charged with two counts of aggravated assault, two counts of aggravated endangering a child, and criminal damage to property, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office..&nbsp;

Just after 2p.m. June 16, police were dispatched to a shooting call in the 1100 block of North Oliver in Wichita, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.

First responders encountered a chaotic scene and a crowd of more than 50 people running in different directions. During the initial response officers located an 18-year-old victim with a gunshot wound to his right forearm and provided life-saving measures. The 18-year-old victim later identified as Carter was treated for his serious but not life-threatening injuries.

The investigation revealed that several suspects arrived at the parking lot of a local church and confronted a large group of people attending a funeral right outside the main door.

After a brief verbal altercation between both groups, an unknown number of people from both groups started to shoot at each other. After initial interviews, officers arrested Carter and transported him to investigations for further questioning before an arrest.

During the incident, several vehicles, and residences around and in front of the church’s parking lot were hit with gunfire. Police also recovered several firearms from the scene.&nbsp;

Carter's next court date is July 6. He is being held on a five-million dollar bond, according to the district attorney's office.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686967298655.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—A suspect accused in a shooting outside a funeral last week made a first court appearance this week.Demetrius Carter, 18 of Wichita, is charged with two counts of aggravated assault, two counts of aggravated endangering a child, and criminal damage to property, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office..&nbsp;Just after 2p.m. June 16, police were dispatched to a shooting call in the 1100 block of North Oliver in Wichita, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687431619099.png" alt="Carter-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Carter-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>First responders encountered a chaotic scene and a crowd of more than 50 people running in different directions. During the initial response officers located an 18-year-old victim with a gunshot wound to his right forearm and provided life-saving measures. The 18-year-old victim later identified as Carter was treated for his serious but not life-threatening injuries.The investigation revealed that several suspects arrived at the parking lot of a local church and confronted a large group of people attending a funeral right outside the main door.After a brief verbal altercation between both groups, an unknown number of people from both groups started to shoot at each other. After initial interviews, officers arrested Carter and transported him to investigations for further questioning before an arrest.During the incident, several vehicles, and residences around and in front of the church’s parking lot were hit with gunfire. Police also recovered several firearms from the scene.&nbsp;Carter's next court date is July 6. He is being held on a five-million dollar bond, according to the district attorney's office.

Kan. teen held on $5 million bond for shooting outside funeral

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting, carjacking&nbsp; and two additional robberies made an arrest Friday

Just before 9 p.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to the McDonalds at 8326 Wornall in Kansas City on a reported attempted robbery and shots fired, according to Police Captain Corey Carlisle. No employees were injured in the shooting. The suspect fled the scene at which time he shot at another vehicle before fleeing. The occupant of the vehicle was not injured.

Follow up investigation brought officers to the area of Brookside and Meyer around 10:10 p.m. Officers found the suspect vehicle. The shooting suspect, later identified as 31-year-old Brandon Fletcher, then fired gunshots at the officers at which time an officer returned fire. Fletcher fled on foot to the parking lot area behind the local business, where he carjacked an unsuspecting victim.&nbsp; Officers engaged the suspect again. Fletcher fired gun shots at officers at which time an officer returned fire. The suspect fled the scene in the victim's vehicle.&nbsp; The car jacking victims were not injured and no officers were injured. Law enforcement found the vehicle abandoned in the area of 73rd and Cherokee at which time they began searching for him. Homicide detectives and Crime Scene Personnel responded to the multiple crime scenes and were processing the scenes to recover any evidence and speakito any potential witnesses.

There were two additional robberies in the area&nbsp; just before 7.m., according to KCPD Sgt. Jake Becchina.

One in which a vehicle was taken That vehicle was located during a series of crimes in Davies County near Winston, Missouri.

Those crimes include robbery, vehicle theft and home invasion. Fletcher was involved in a pursuit with highway patrol where he ran from the vehicle and was apprehended by troopers. Fletcher is being held in the Daviess County jail on requested charges of armed criminal action, theft, burglary, assault, resisting arrest.

Detectives&nbsp; are working together to present applicable case files to prosecutors for additional charging considerations, according Becchina.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687516133882.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation late Thursday-photo courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation late Thursday-photo courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting, carjacking&nbsp; and two additional robberies made an arrest FridayJust before 9 p.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to the McDonalds at 8326 Wornall in Kansas City on a reported attempted robbery and shots fired, according to Police Captain Corey Carlisle. No employees were injured in the shooting. The suspect fled the scene at which time he shot at another vehicle before fleeing. The occupant of the vehicle was not injured.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687552380281.png" alt="Fletcher-photo Daviess Co." />
 <figcaption>Fletcher-photo Daviess Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Follow up investigation brought officers to the area of Brookside and Meyer around 10:10 p.m. Officers found the suspect vehicle. The shooting suspect, later identified as 31-year-old Brandon Fletcher, then fired gunshots at the officers at which time an officer returned fire. Fletcher fled on foot to the parking lot area behind the local business, where he carjacked an unsuspecting victim.&nbsp; Officers engaged the suspect again. Fletcher fired gun shots at officers at which time an officer returned fire. The suspect fled the scene in the victim's vehicle.&nbsp; The car jacking victims were not injured and no officers were injured. Law enforcement found the vehicle abandoned in the area of 73rd and Cherokee at which time they began searching for him. Homicide detectives and Crime Scene Personnel responded to the multiple crime scenes and were processing the scenes to recover any evidence and speakito any potential witnesses.There were two additional robberies in the area&nbsp; just before 7.m., according to KCPD Sgt. Jake Becchina.One in which a vehicle was taken That vehicle was located during a series of crimes in Davies County near Winston, Missouri.Those crimes include robbery, vehicle theft and home invasion. Fletcher was involved in a pursuit with highway patrol where he ran from the vehicle and was apprehended by troopers. Fletcher is being held in the Daviess County jail on requested charges of armed criminal action, theft, burglary, assault, resisting arrest.Detectives&nbsp; are working together to present applicable case files to prosecutors for additional charging considerations, according Becchina.

Patrol captures KC carjacking suspect after a series of crimes

NEW YORK (AP) — A law to protect doctors in New York who prescribe abortion pills to patients in states where the procedure is outlawed was signed Friday by Gov. Kathy Hochul, who said the measure would serve women living in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-status-list-state-protection-ban-4466aefe6141745b71c824522aac47b9">states with bans</a>.

Coming&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-dobbs-anniversary-state-laws-51c2a83899f133556e715342abfcface">a year after</a>&nbsp;the U.S. Supreme Court&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-supreme-court-decision-854f60302f21c2c35129e58cf8d8a7b0">struck down</a>&nbsp;the nationwide right to abortion, the law bars New York officials from cooperating with certain legal actions initiated in states where abortion is banned, such as arrests or extraditions. New York joins several other states with similar telehealth “shield laws.”

“Extremist lawmakers in other states can stop their health care providers from supplying abortion pills. If that’s your state, I feel sorry for your constituents. But they can’t stop us. They can’t stop our providers,” Hochul, a Democrat, said at a bill signing ceremony.

A year after the Dobbs ruling, 14 states have bans on abortion throughout pregnancy — with some exceptions. Other states have adopted deep restrictions. In all,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-dobbs-anniversary-state-laws-51c2a83899f133556e715342abfcface">25 million</a>&nbsp;women of childbearing age now live in states with abortion bans or tighter restrictions.

New York already adopted protections for medical professionals who provide abortion care for patients traveling from states with bans or restrictions. But Hochul and lawmakers expanded protections to telehealth services at a time when more than half of abortions in the U.S. are carried out with medication.

ACT Access co-founder Dr. Linda Prine said they will mail pills as soon as the legislation is signed.

The measure was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-new-york-providers-telehealth-e863ae1ab8771ec042e02da3e95e890c">given final approval in the Legislature</a>&nbsp;earlier this week as it ended its regular session.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1680967457500.png" alt="ACT Access co-founder Dr. Linda Prine said they will mail pills as soon as the legislation is signed.-photo AP" />
 <figcaption>ACT Access co-founder Dr. Linda Prine said they will mail pills as soon as the legislation is signed.-photo AP</figcaption>
 </figure>NEW YORK (AP) — A law to protect doctors in New York who prescribe abortion pills to patients in states where the procedure is outlawed was signed Friday by Gov. Kathy Hochul, who said the measure would serve women living in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-status-list-state-protection-ban-4466aefe6141745b71c824522aac47b9">states with bans</a>.Coming&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-dobbs-anniversary-state-laws-51c2a83899f133556e715342abfcface">a year after</a>&nbsp;the U.S. Supreme Court&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-supreme-court-decision-854f60302f21c2c35129e58cf8d8a7b0">struck down</a>&nbsp;the nationwide right to abortion, the law bars New York officials from cooperating with certain legal actions initiated in states where abortion is banned, such as arrests or extraditions. New York joins several other states with similar telehealth “shield laws.”“Extremist lawmakers in other states can stop their health care providers from supplying abortion pills. If that’s your state, I feel sorry for your constituents. But they can’t stop us. They can’t stop our providers,” Hochul, a Democrat, said at a bill signing ceremony.A year after the Dobbs ruling, 14 states have bans on abortion throughout pregnancy — with some exceptions. Other states have adopted deep restrictions. In all,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-dobbs-anniversary-state-laws-51c2a83899f133556e715342abfcface">25 million</a>&nbsp;women of childbearing age now live in states with abortion bans or tighter restrictions.New York already adopted protections for medical professionals who provide abortion care for patients traveling from states with bans or restrictions. But Hochul and lawmakers expanded protections to telehealth services at a time when more than half of abortions in the U.S. are carried out with medication.ACT Access co-founder Dr. Linda Prine said they will mail pills as soon as the legislation is signed.The measure was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-new-york-providers-telehealth-e863ae1ab8771ec042e02da3e95e890c">given final approval in the Legislature</a>&nbsp;earlier this week as it ended its regular session.

New York doctors get protection to mail abortion pills across state lines

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two early morning shootings in Topeka and have identified a suspect.

Just after 5 a.m. Friday, police responded to a shooting in the area of the 1800 Block of SW Gage Blvd. in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley.

First responders found two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds.

Then at 5:44 a.m., police responded to a shooting in&nbsp; the 1000 Block. of SW Plass Avenue. First responders found one individual&nbsp; suffering from gunshot wounds.

All three individuals were transported to a local area hospital, with two of these individuals injuries to be considered non-life threatening and one considered to be life threatening.

At this time the two incidents appear to be related and police identified a suspect and that individual is currently in police custody, being treated at a local hospital. 

Upon medical clearance, police&nbsp; will publicly identify the suspect, make an arrest and they will be booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687547641510.png" alt="Police on the scene of the shooting investigation early Friday -photo courtesy WIBW TV" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the shooting investigation early Friday -photo courtesy WIBW TV</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two early morning shootings in Topeka and have identified a suspect.Just after 5 a.m. Friday, police responded to a shooting in the area of the 1800 Block of SW Gage Blvd. in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley.First responders found two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds.Then at 5:44 a.m., police responded to a shooting in&nbsp; the 1000 Block. of SW Plass Avenue. First responders found one individual&nbsp; suffering from gunshot wounds.All three individuals were transported to a local area hospital, with two of these individuals injuries to be considered non-life threatening and one considered to be life threatening.At this time the two incidents appear to be related and police identified a suspect and that individual is currently in police custody, being treated at a local hospital. Upon medical clearance, police&nbsp; will publicly identify the suspect, make an arrest and they will be booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections.

Police: Kansas suspect in two shooting incidents hospitalized

MIAMI COUNTY, Kansas —Law enforcement authorities investigating a&nbsp;deadly shooting at a Kansas State Park campground have arrested a suspect

Early Tuesday, emergency personnel were dispatched to the Pintail Point campground at the Hillsdale State Park near Paola for a report of a stabbing and a shooting, according to the Miami County Sheriff's office.

 One person suffered a fatal gunshot wound. The victim has been identified as&nbsp;43-year-old Bryan Hendrickson from Edgerton. Deputies also found one person with a non-life-threatening stab wound. That individual was transported to an area hospital for treatment and released, according to the sheriff's office.

Deputies took Brian Meysenburg, 53, Overland Park, into custody and booked him into the Miami County Jail on a requested charge of second-degree murder.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687477164803.png" alt="Meysenburg-photo Miami County" />
 <figcaption>Meysenburg-photo Miami County</figcaption>
 </figure>MIAMI COUNTY, Kansas —Law enforcement authorities investigating a&nbsp;deadly shooting at a Kansas State Park campground have arrested a suspectEarly Tuesday, emergency personnel were dispatched to the Pintail Point campground at the Hillsdale State Park near Paola for a report of a stabbing and a shooting, according to the Miami County Sheriff's office. One person suffered a fatal gunshot wound. The victim has been identified as&nbsp;43-year-old Bryan Hendrickson from Edgerton. Deputies also found one person with a non-life-threatening stab wound. That individual was transported to an area hospital for treatment and released, according to the sheriff's office.Deputies took Brian Meysenburg, 53, Overland Park, into custody and booked him into the Miami County Jail on a requested charge of second-degree murder.

Man accused of deadly Kansas Park campground attack

RILEY COUNTY —&nbsp;On Thursday, police took three individuals into custody on Pottawatomie County District Court warrants in connection to the suspected fentanyl-related death of an 18-year-old man at a hotel in Manhattan on March 11, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.

Noah Baker, 19, of Junction City; McKaine Farr, 21, of Wamego and Shawn Samuelson, 22, of Manhattan were all arrested on requested charges that include distribution of a controlled substance causing death. 

Baker was arrested in Junction City with assistance from the Junction City Police Department. Farr was arrested in rural Wamego with assistance from the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office. Samuelson was already confined in the Riley County Jail on unrelated charges and is being held on detainer for the distribution charge.

During a subsequent search warrant at Farr’s location, additional suspected fentanyl was seized.

Baker and Farr are currently confined at the Pottawatomie County Jail, Farr is being held on no bond and Baker with a $25,000 bond. Samuelson remains confined in the Riley County Jail.

RILEY COUNTY —&nbsp;On Thursday, police took three individuals into custody on Pottawatomie County District Court warrants in connection to the suspected fentanyl-related death of an 18-year-old man at a hotel in Manhattan on March 11, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.Noah Baker, 19, of Junction City; McKaine Farr, 21, of Wamego and Shawn Samuelson, 22, of Manhattan were all arrested on requested charges that include distribution of a controlled substance causing death. Baker was arrested in Junction City with assistance from the Junction City Police Department. Farr was arrested in rural Wamego with assistance from the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office. Samuelson was already confined in the Riley County Jail on unrelated charges and is being held on detainer for the distribution charge.During a subsequent search warrant at Farr’s location, additional suspected fentanyl was seized.Baker and Farr are currently confined at the Pottawatomie County Jail, Farr is being held on no bond and Baker with a $25,000 bond. Samuelson remains confined in the Riley County Jail.

Junction City man accused in suspected fentanyl-related death

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged road-rage shooting that seriously injured a man and have made an arrest.

Just after 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, police were dispatched to a shooting call in the 4400 block of South Broadway in Wichita, according to officer Juan Rebolledo.

Before arrival, officers learned that the 28-year-old victim drove himself to the 4900 block of South Broadway Avenue after the incident. Officers located the victim in a nearby business with one gunshot wound to his right lower leg. The victim was transported to an area hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation revealed that the victim was involved in a road rage incident with 22-year-old Kaeden Murphy in the 4400 block of S Broadway while the victim was driving a moped southbound on Broadway.&nbsp; Murphy was driving a blue pickup truck. 

During the verbal argument, Murphy produced a handgun and fired multiple shots at the victim, striking him once in the right lower leg.

Officers used Flock and developed a suspect vehicle and a tag. A follow-up investigation was conducted and police arrested Murphy on requested charges of aggravated battery and criminal possession of a weapon by a felon.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687467313048.png" alt="Murphy has previous convictions for aggravated burglary, drugs and criminal possession of a weapon by a felon, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections." />
 <figcaption>Murphy has previous convictions for aggravated burglary, drugs and criminal possession of a weapon by a felon, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged road-rage shooting that seriously injured a man and have made an arrest.Just after 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, police were dispatched to a shooting call in the 4400 block of South Broadway in Wichita, according to officer Juan Rebolledo.Before arrival, officers learned that the 28-year-old victim drove himself to the 4900 block of South Broadway Avenue after the incident. Officers located the victim in a nearby business with one gunshot wound to his right lower leg. The victim was transported to an area hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.The investigation revealed that the victim was involved in a road rage incident with 22-year-old Kaeden Murphy in the 4400 block of S Broadway while the victim was driving a moped southbound on Broadway.&nbsp; Murphy was driving a blue pickup truck. During the verbal argument, Murphy produced a handgun and fired multiple shots at the victim, striking him once in the right lower leg.Officers used Flock and developed a suspect vehicle and a tag. A follow-up investigation was conducted and police arrested Murphy on requested charges of aggravated battery and criminal possession of a weapon by a felon.

Road-rage: Kansas felon shot man on moped

RENO COUNTY —Police investigating a drive-by shooting in Reno County have made an arrest.

Just before 5 p.m. Monday, South Hutchinson police officers and deputies from the Reno County Sheriff’s office were dispatched a drive- by shooting to the 300 block of East 3rd Street, according to a media release from South Hutchinson Police.

A woman standing in front of the residence had a&nbsp;non-life threatening single gunshot wound to her wrist. She was treated and released from the hospital.

Police took the juvenile suspect into custody Wednesday night in South Dakota. Police have not released the name of the suspect.

RENO COUNTY —Police investigating a drive-by shooting in Reno County have made an arrest.Just before 5 p.m. Monday, South Hutchinson police officers and deputies from the Reno County Sheriff’s office were dispatched a drive- by shooting to the 300 block of East 3rd Street, according to a media release from South Hutchinson Police.A woman standing in front of the residence had a&nbsp;non-life threatening single gunshot wound to her wrist. She was treated and released from the hospital.Police took the juvenile suspect into custody Wednesday night in South Dakota. Police have not released the name of the suspect.

Teen in Kansas drive-by shooting arrested in South Dakota

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a murder in New Mexico have made an arrest in Kansas.

Just before 4a.m. Monday, police responded to a residence in the 4300 block of Camino Alhambra in Santa Fe, New Mexico after a neighbor called 911 reporting a woman asked for help, said her mom was shot, and another person was dead, according to a media release.

 Officers arrived on scene and found a 56-year-old woman injured by gunfire.  Officers rendered aid until paramedics arrived and took over care.  She was transported to a local hospital.  Officers also located 27-year-old Raul Rene Montejano Jr. unconscious with an apparent injury.  Officers rendered aid until paramedics arrived and took over care. Montejano Jr. was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Office of the Medical Investigator.

Detectives and the Crime Scene Unit responded to the scene.  Through the course of the investigation, a suspect was identified. Detectives obtained an arrest warrant for 29-year-old Francisco Javier Grado-Flores of Santa Fe on requested charges for Murder and Tampering with Evidence.

Early Wednesday, Police in Wichita arrested Grado-Flores on the arrest warrant.&nbsp; Grado-Flores was booked at the Sedgwick County Detention Center at approximately 2:31 a.m. and charged as a Fugitive from Justice.

He had apparent injuries when he was located by law enforcement and claimed he sustained those injuries in a fight.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687449958690.png" alt="GRADO-FLORES-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>GRADO-FLORES-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a murder in New Mexico have made an arrest in Kansas.Just before 4a.m. Monday, police responded to a residence in the 4300 block of Camino Alhambra in Santa Fe, New Mexico after a neighbor called 911 reporting a woman asked for help, said her mom was shot, and another person was dead, according to a media release. Officers arrived on scene and found a 56-year-old woman injured by gunfire. Officers rendered aid until paramedics arrived and took over care. She was transported to a local hospital. Officers also located 27-year-old Raul Rene Montejano Jr. unconscious with an apparent injury. Officers rendered aid until paramedics arrived and took over care. Montejano Jr. was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Office of the Medical Investigator.Detectives and the Crime Scene Unit responded to the scene. Through the course of the investigation, a suspect was identified. Detectives obtained an arrest warrant for 29-year-old Francisco Javier Grado-Flores of Santa Fe on requested charges for Murder and Tampering with Evidence.Early Wednesday, Police in Wichita arrested Grado-Flores on the arrest warrant.&nbsp; Grado-Flores was booked at the Sedgwick County Detention Center at approximately 2:31 a.m. and charged as a Fugitive from Justice.He had apparent injuries when he was located by law enforcement and claimed he sustained those injuries in a fight.

New Mexico murder suspect captured in Kansas

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A man accused of sex crimes involving patients at a Wichita hospital made his first court appearance Wednesday.

Miguel Rodela, 28, Wichita, was charged with two counts of rape, two counts of attempted rape, and two counts of battery, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office

Just after 2a.m. June 15, police responded to a call of an officer was in trouble at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, 929, St. Francis Street in Wichita, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.

A hospital security officer was in a physical altercation with a suspect.

When Wichita Police arrived they learned three adult female patients were allegedly sexually assaulted.

Officers arrested<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=740544">&nbsp;Rodela</a>&nbsp;who is not an employee or a patient of the hospital, according to Rebolledo.&nbsp;

His next court date is July 10. He remains jailed on a $250,000 bond.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686922520098.png" alt="Rodela-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Rodela-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A man accused of sex crimes involving patients at a Wichita hospital made his first court appearance Wednesday.Miguel Rodela, 28, Wichita, was charged with two counts of rape, two counts of attempted rape, and two counts of battery, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's officeJust after 2a.m. June 15, police responded to a call of an officer was in trouble at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, 929, St. Francis Street in Wichita, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.A hospital security officer was in a physical altercation with a suspect.When Wichita Police arrived they learned three adult female patients were allegedly sexually assaulted.Officers arrested<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=740544">&nbsp;Rodela</a>&nbsp;who is not an employee or a patient of the hospital, according to Rebolledo.&nbsp;His next court date is July 10. He remains jailed on a $250,000 bond.

Man charged with rape of patients at Kansas hospital

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A preliminary hearing is scheduled Thursday for a Kansas woman accused in a fatal shooting last month, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

La’Niha Banks, 19 of Wichita, is charged with 1st degree murder, attempted 1st degree murder, two counts of criminal discharge of a firearm, and four counts of aggravated assault, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

On June 14, police arrested&nbsp; Banks after a 17 day search.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Just after 11 pm May 20, police were dispatched to a shooting in the 1000 block of E 1st Street N. in Wichita. Upon arrival, officers located&nbsp; 19-year-old Lationna Johnson &nbsp;with two gunshot wounds to her upper body. 

EMS transported Johnson to an area hospital in critical condition and with life-threatening injuries. She died on May 23, according to Rebolledo. 

The investigation revealed that Johnson was trying to break up a physical altercation between an acquaintance of hers and Banks in a parking lot. After the victim managed to stop the fight, she started to drive away, but the Banks produced a handgun and started to shoot into the occupied vehicle.

Banks is out of jail after meeting the requirements of a $500,000 bond, according to online jail records.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686138861430.png" alt="Banks photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Banks photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A preliminary hearing is scheduled Thursday for a Kansas woman accused in a fatal shooting last month, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.La’Niha Banks, 19 of Wichita, is charged with 1st degree murder, attempted 1st degree murder, two counts of criminal discharge of a firearm, and four counts of aggravated assault, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.On June 14, police arrested&nbsp; Banks after a 17 day search.&nbsp;&nbsp;Just after 11 pm May 20, police were dispatched to a shooting in the 1000 block of E 1st Street N. in Wichita. Upon arrival, officers located&nbsp; 19-year-old Lationna Johnson &nbsp;with two gunshot wounds to her upper body. EMS transported Johnson to an area hospital in critical condition and with life-threatening injuries. She died on May 23, according to Rebolledo. The investigation revealed that Johnson was trying to break up a physical altercation between an acquaintance of hers and Banks in a parking lot. After the victim managed to stop the fight, she started to drive away, but the Banks produced a handgun and started to shoot into the occupied vehicle.Banks is out of jail after meeting the requirements of a $500,000 bond, according to online jail records.----------

Hearing for Kan. murder suspect who hid from police 17 days

RENO COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a fentanyl overdose death have made an arrest.

On Tuesday, police arrested 36-year-old Christa L. Redd of Hutchinson, on requested charges of&nbsp; distributing a controlled substance causing death, two counts of distributing a controlled substance causing great bodily harm, and seven counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance using a communication device, according to a media release from Hutchinson Police 

On Wednesday police arrested 26-year-old Mariah P. Lamunyon of South Hutchinson of requested charges of distributing a controlled substance causing death, two counts of distributing a controlled substance causing great bodily harm, and seven counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance using a communication device.

Anyone with information regarding this case, are asked to contact the Hutchinson Police Department at (620) 694-2816.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687382754125.jpeg" alt="Christa L. Redd. Photo: Hutchinson Police Department." />
 <figcaption>Christa L. Redd. Photo: Hutchinson Police Department.</figcaption>
 </figure>RENO COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a fentanyl overdose death have made an arrest.On Tuesday, police arrested 36-year-old Christa L. Redd of Hutchinson, on requested charges of&nbsp; distributing a controlled substance causing death, two counts of distributing a controlled substance causing great bodily harm, and seven counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance using a communication device, according to a media release from Hutchinson Police <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687382861812.jpeg" alt="Mariah P. Lamunyon. Photo: Hutchinson Police Department." />
 <figcaption>Mariah P. Lamunyon. Photo: Hutchinson Police Department.</figcaption>
 </figure>On Wednesday police arrested 26-year-old Mariah P. Lamunyon of South Hutchinson of requested charges of distributing a controlled substance causing death, two counts of distributing a controlled substance causing great bodily harm, and seven counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance using a communication device.Anyone with information regarding this case, are asked to contact the Hutchinson Police Department at (620) 694-2816.

2 Kansas women jailed for deadly fentanyl overdose

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A former southern Kansas sheriff’s deputy who shot and killed a man with a defective beanbag has been stripped of his peace officer certification.

Virgil Brewer, a former Barber County deputy, was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/shootings-kansas-city-c6bb7857c0de89305ee07eddb3e8439d">found not guilty</a>&nbsp;of involuntary manslaughter in the Oct. 6, 2017, death of 42-year-old Steven Myers, who died after Brewer shot him with the beanbag during a confrontation at Myers' home in Sun City.

The Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ Standards and Training reviewed the shooting last month and revoked Brewer's license, KSHB-TV&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/former-kansas-sheriffs-deputy-loses-peace-officer-certification-after-deadly-bean-bag-shooting">reported</a>.

The commission's report noted that body camera video of the confrontation showed Myers complying with conflicting commands from Brewer and another deputy when he exited a shed on his property.

He was not informed he was under arrest or that the beanbag would be used before Brewer fired the shot, according to the report.

The peace officers commission described Brewer’s conduct as “unprofessional” and lacking “good moral character”.

Brewer shot Myers with his own shotgun with a beanbag that he received at a previous job in Texas, and had not been trained to use it before the shooting, according to testimony at the trial. The ammunition had been discontinued for several years because it could cause penetrating injuries.

Prosecutor Melissa Gay Johnson with the Kansas attorney general’s office charged Brewer in October 2018. A Wyandotte County jury acquitted him in November 2022.

Myers' widow filed a federal lawsuit over his death and Kansas officials agreed to a $3.5 million settlement in 2020.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591026923971.png" alt="Brewer's original Barber Co. booking photo" />
 <figcaption>Brewer's original Barber Co. booking photo</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A former southern Kansas sheriff’s deputy who shot and killed a man with a defective beanbag has been stripped of his peace officer certification.Virgil Brewer, a former Barber County deputy, was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/shootings-kansas-city-c6bb7857c0de89305ee07eddb3e8439d">found not guilty</a>&nbsp;of involuntary manslaughter in the Oct. 6, 2017, death of 42-year-old Steven Myers, who died after Brewer shot him with the beanbag during a confrontation at Myers' home in Sun City.The Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ Standards and Training reviewed the shooting last month and revoked Brewer's license, KSHB-TV&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/former-kansas-sheriffs-deputy-loses-peace-officer-certification-after-deadly-bean-bag-shooting">reported</a>.The commission's report noted that body camera video of the confrontation showed Myers complying with conflicting commands from Brewer and another deputy when he exited a shed on his property.He was not informed he was under arrest or that the beanbag would be used before Brewer fired the shot, according to the report.The peace officers commission described Brewer’s conduct as “unprofessional” and lacking “good moral character”.Brewer shot Myers with his own shotgun with a beanbag that he received at a previous job in Texas, and had not been trained to use it before the shooting, according to testimony at the trial. The ammunition had been discontinued for several years because it could cause penetrating injuries.Prosecutor Melissa Gay Johnson with the Kansas attorney general’s office charged Brewer in October 2018. A Wyandotte County jury acquitted him in November 2022.Myers' widow filed a federal lawsuit over his death and Kansas officials agreed to a $3.5 million settlement in 2020.

Former Kan. deputy involved in beanbag shooting death loses certification

SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a burglary have made an arrest.

On May 19, a residential burglary was reported in the 3600 Block of Deer Road in Dickinson County, according to Undersheriff Jeff Vaughan. The victim reported over $3,000 worth of property was stolen.

The investigation led to a search warrant being obtained for a residence in Salina.&nbsp; With assistance from the Salina Police Department, officers recovered some of the property reported stolen from Deer Road.

On June 13, a warrant was issued through the Dickinson County District Court for 40-year-old Brian Dickerman in reference to the burglary.

On Tuesday, a Saline County Deputy made contact with Dickerman and placed him under arrest for the Dickinson County warrant. 

Dickerman is being held in the Saline County Jail on requested charges of&nbsp; &nbsp;burglary, theft, and criminal damage to property, according Vaughan

Anyone with information regarding the location of stolen property can contact the Dickinson County Sheriff’s office. Citizens can submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers of Dickinson County at 1-888-535-8477 or the Crime Stoppers online/mobile app via www.p3tips.co

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687349301315.png" alt="Dickerman -photo Saline County" />
 <figcaption>Dickerman -photo Saline County</figcaption>
 </figure>SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a burglary have made an arrest.On May 19, a residential burglary was reported in the 3600 Block of Deer Road in Dickinson County, according to Undersheriff Jeff Vaughan. The victim reported over $3,000 worth of property was stolen.The investigation led to a search warrant being obtained for a residence in Salina.&nbsp; With assistance from the Salina Police Department, officers recovered some of the property reported stolen from Deer Road.On June 13, a warrant was issued through the Dickinson County District Court for 40-year-old Brian Dickerman in reference to the burglary.On Tuesday, a Saline County Deputy made contact with Dickerman and placed him under arrest for the Dickinson County warrant. Dickerman is being held in the Saline County Jail on requested charges of&nbsp; &nbsp;burglary, theft, and criminal damage to property, according VaughanAnyone with information regarding the location of stolen property can contact the Dickinson County Sheriff’s office. Citizens can submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers of Dickinson County at 1-888-535-8477 or the Crime Stoppers online/mobile app via www.p3tips.co

Kansas man jailed for alleged rural home burglary

NASHVILLE –&nbsp;A Kansas man has been indicted for making online threats to commit acts of violence at an upcoming Nashville Pride event, according to a United States Attorney Henry C. Leventis&nbsp; for the Middle District of Tennessee.

An indictment unsealed Tuesday charges Joshua Hensley, aka Josh Echo, 25, of Hoisington, Kansas, with two counts of transmitting an interstate threat related to the upcoming Nashville Pride event, scheduled for June 24-25, 2023. &nbsp;

Hensley was arrested by FBI agents on Thursday at his home in Kansas and appeared before a U.S. Magistrate Judge.&nbsp; A detention hearing is scheduled for Friday in the District of Kansas.

According to the indictment, on April 26, 2023, Hensley posted comments to a Facebook post for Nashville Pride and threatened to “make shrapnel pressure cooker bombs for this event.”&nbsp; In another comment posted the same day, Hensley threatened to “commit a mass shooting.”

“We will not tolerate hate-based, threats of violence designed to intimidate Tennesseans,” said U.S. Attorney Leventis.&nbsp; “We will continue to work with our partners at the FBI to ensure that the civil rights of all persons are protected.”

If convicted, Hensley faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine on each count.

This case is being investigated by the FBI.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687290813082.png" alt="Hensley is being held in Butler County, according to online jail records" />
 <figcaption>Hensley is being held in Butler County, according to online jail records</figcaption>
 </figure>NASHVILLE –&nbsp;A Kansas man has been indicted for making online threats to commit acts of violence at an upcoming Nashville Pride event, according to a United States Attorney Henry C. Leventis&nbsp; for the Middle District of Tennessee.An indictment unsealed Tuesday charges Joshua Hensley, aka Josh Echo, 25, of Hoisington, Kansas, with two counts of transmitting an interstate threat related to the upcoming Nashville Pride event, scheduled for June 24-25, 2023. &nbsp;Hensley was arrested by FBI agents on Thursday at his home in Kansas and appeared before a U.S. Magistrate Judge.&nbsp; A detention hearing is scheduled for Friday in the District of Kansas.According to the indictment, on April 26, 2023, Hensley posted comments to a Facebook post for Nashville Pride and threatened to “make shrapnel pressure cooker bombs for this event.”&nbsp; In another comment posted the same day, Hensley threatened to “commit a mass shooting.”“We will not tolerate hate-based, threats of violence designed to intimidate Tennesseans,” said U.S. Attorney Leventis.&nbsp; “We will continue to work with our partners at the FBI to ensure that the civil rights of all persons are protected.”If convicted, Hensley faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine on each count.This case is being investigated by the FBI.

Kan. man accused of making online threats toward Tennessee Pride event

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an armed robbery and have a suspect in custody.

Just after 1:30p.m. June 3, police&nbsp;responded to an armed robbery in the 1100 block of E 47th Street S in Wichita, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.

 Upon arrival, the victim, an employee of a local business reported that an unknown suspect came into the store, displayed a black semi-auto handgun, and demanded money from the register and two packs of cigarettes. 

The victim said that the suspect came and left in a white early 2000s model quad cab dully pickup.

With little information about the suspect, officers from the East Community Policing unit searched the surrounding area for evidence. The officers followed up on several leads and were able to identify the suspect’s vehicle. 

During the investigation, officers located the vehicle at a local business and arrested 34-year-old Michael Galloway without incident.&nbsp; He remains jailed <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=740554">on a requested charge</a> of aggravated robbery&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687194221729.png" alt="Galloway-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Galloway-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an armed robbery and have a suspect in custody.Just after 1:30p.m. June 3, police&nbsp;responded to an armed robbery in the 1100 block of E 47th Street S in Wichita, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687194319014.png" alt="Galloway as seen on security cameras June 3-Wichita PD" />
 <figcaption>Galloway as seen on security cameras June 3-Wichita PD</figcaption>
 </figure> Upon arrival, the victim, an employee of a local business reported that an unknown suspect came into the store, displayed a black semi-auto handgun, and demanded money from the register and two packs of cigarettes. The victim said that the suspect came and left in a white early 2000s model quad cab dully pickup.With little information about the suspect, officers from the East Community Policing unit searched the surrounding area for evidence. The officers followed up on several leads and were able to identify the suspect’s vehicle. During the investigation, officers located the vehicle at a local business and arrested 34-year-old Michael Galloway without incident.&nbsp; He remains jailed <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=740554">on a requested charge</a> of aggravated robbery&nbsp;

Kan. armed robbery suspect demanded cash, cigarettes

JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a woman for alleged theft.

Just before 8p.m. Sunday, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office had a report of an individual driving a beige Toyota allegedly opening mailboxes in southern Jackson County near Hoyt, according to Sheriff Tim Morse. 

A short time later, Sheriff's Deputies located a vehicle matching the description near 126th and Q. Road.

 Deputies determined the vehicle, a 2007 Toyota Corolla had been reported stolen out of Omaha, Nebraska. The driver was identified as 28-year-old Tehya Rose Wright, of Mason City, Iowa. 

 Wright was arrested by deputies and remains in the Jackson County Jail on requested theft charges.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687225951388.png" alt="Wright-photo Jackson County" />
 <figcaption>Wright-photo Jackson County</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a woman for alleged theft.Just before 8p.m. Sunday, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office had a report of an individual driving a beige Toyota allegedly opening mailboxes in southern Jackson County near Hoyt, according to Sheriff Tim Morse. A short time later, Sheriff's Deputies located a vehicle matching the description near 126th and Q. Road. Deputies determined the vehicle, a 2007 Toyota Corolla had been reported stolen out of Omaha, Nebraska. The driver was identified as 28-year-old Tehya Rose Wright, of Mason City, Iowa. Wright was arrested by deputies and remains in the Jackson County Jail on requested theft charges.

Suspect in stolen car was opening mailboxes in Kansas

BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating meth smuggling at the Barton County jai.

Over the course of several days last week, Barton County jail staff and Sheriff’s Office detectives became aware of a plan to smuggle methamphetamine into the Barton County Jail, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.

Detectives had identified an individual who was serving weekends to fulfill his sentence who had been recruited to smuggle contraband into the jail. 

He was to pass the drugs to other inmates. On June 16, Sheriff’s Office detectives and jail staff discovered suspected methamphetamine sewn into the seam of his undergarments when the individual reported Friday evening.

Detectives arrested Craig Gowdy, 47 of Great Bend and booked him on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and trafficking contraband into a correctional facility. He is being held on a $50,000 bond.

An inmate currently in jail, identified as Matthew Cooley, 36 of Great Bend, was also arrested and booked on the same requested charges. Cooley was being held on two probation violation charges and now has additional trafficking and distribution charges. He now has an additional $50,000 bond.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687187831750.jpeg" alt="Craig Gowdy-photo Barton Co." />
 <figcaption>Craig Gowdy-photo Barton Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating meth smuggling at the Barton County jai.Over the course of several days last week, Barton County jail staff and Sheriff’s Office detectives became aware of a plan to smuggle methamphetamine into the Barton County Jail, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.Detectives had identified an individual who was serving weekends to fulfill his sentence who had been recruited to smuggle contraband into the jail. He was to pass the drugs to other inmates. On June 16, Sheriff’s Office detectives and jail staff discovered suspected methamphetamine sewn into the seam of his undergarments when the individual reported Friday evening.Detectives arrested Craig Gowdy, 47 of Great Bend and booked him on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and trafficking contraband into a correctional facility. He is being held on a $50,000 bond.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687187849862.jpeg" alt="Matthew Cooley" />
 <figcaption>Matthew Cooley</figcaption>
 </figure>An inmate currently in jail, identified as Matthew Cooley, 36 of Great Bend, was also arrested and booked on the same requested charges. Cooley was being held on two probation violation charges and now has additional trafficking and distribution charges. He now has an additional $50,000 bond.The Sheriff’s Office believes there were additional co-conspirators in this case and will be seeking arrest warrants in the very near future.