KANSAS CITY— A Kansas City man who called 911 emergency assistance for his mother pleaded guilty in federal court today after the police officers who responded to his home found illegal drugs, six firearms he illegally possessed, and large amounts of cash, according to the United State's Attorney.

Michael Thomas Cummings II, also known as “Blue,” 40, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Howard F. Sachs to one count of possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute and one count of being a felon in possession of firearms.

Kansas City police officers arrived at Cummings’s residence shortly before midnight on June 7, 2021, after he had called 911 for his mother because she was unresponsive. Emergency medical personnel were in the process of attempting lifesaving measures when police officers arrived, but she was unresponsive and was pronounced dead at approximately 12:04 a.m. on June 8, 2021. Cummings, who lived with his mother, told officers she suffered from cognitive decline. Officers noted she appeared to be emaciated.

Officers saw a loaded Heckler &amp; Koch .40-caliber semi-automatic pistol sitting next to $438 in cash on a table. They also saw an SKS-style 7.62 x 54mm assault rifle with a magazine leaning against the wall of a back stairwell that led to the basement. Cummings, a felon, was arrested for illegally possessing the firearms.

Officers executed a search warrant at Cummings’s residence later the same day. They found a total of 351.37 grams of methamphetamine in Cummings’s bedroom and a Pioneer Arms 7.62 x 39mm AKM-47 style pistol in a bedroom closet. On a desk in the bedroom, officers also found a baggie that contained approximately .24 grams of fentanyl/heroin, and two baggies that contained approximately 28.1 grams of crack cocaine, as well as a baggie of marijuana in a desk drawer. Officers also found $3,512 in cash in the bedroom.

Officers found a Ruger .22-caliber pistol in another bedroom that had been converted into a weight room.

In a third bedroom, officers found a Smith and Wesson AR-15 style assault rifle in the closet and a safe that contained $175,100 in cash and a Ruger revolver that had been reported as stolen.

Officers also found $180 under the couch cushion, and sodium sulfate, which is often used by drug dealers as a cutting agent to dilute drugs, on a coffee table.

Under federal law, it is illegal for anyone who has been convicted of a felony to be in possession of any firearm or ammunition. Cummings has a prior felony conviction for possession of a controlled substance.

Under federal statutes, Cummings is subject to a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in federal prison without parole, up to a sentence of life in federal prison without parole. The maximum statutory sentence is prescribed by Congress and is provided here for informational purposes, as the sentencing of the defendant will be determined by the court based on the advisory sentencing guidelines and other statutory factors. A sentencing hearing will be scheduled after the completion of a presentence investigation by the United States Probation Office.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676586844307.png" alt="Cummings-photo MODOC" />
 <figcaption>Cummings-photo MODOC</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY— A Kansas City man who called 911 emergency assistance for his mother pleaded guilty in federal court today after the police officers who responded to his home found illegal drugs, six firearms he illegally possessed, and large amounts of cash, according to the United State's Attorney.Michael Thomas Cummings II, also known as “Blue,” 40, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Howard F. Sachs to one count of possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute and one count of being a felon in possession of firearms.Kansas City police officers arrived at Cummings’s residence shortly before midnight on June 7, 2021, after he had called 911 for his mother because she was unresponsive. Emergency medical personnel were in the process of attempting lifesaving measures when police officers arrived, but she was unresponsive and was pronounced dead at approximately 12:04 a.m. on June 8, 2021. Cummings, who lived with his mother, told officers she suffered from cognitive decline. Officers noted she appeared to be emaciated.Officers saw a loaded Heckler &amp; Koch .40-caliber semi-automatic pistol sitting next to $438 in cash on a table. They also saw an SKS-style 7.62 x 54mm assault rifle with a magazine leaning against the wall of a back stairwell that led to the basement. Cummings, a felon, was arrested for illegally possessing the firearms.Officers executed a search warrant at Cummings’s residence later the same day. They found a total of 351.37 grams of methamphetamine in Cummings’s bedroom and a Pioneer Arms 7.62 x 39mm AKM-47 style pistol in a bedroom closet. On a desk in the bedroom, officers also found a baggie that contained approximately .24 grams of fentanyl/heroin, and two baggies that contained approximately 28.1 grams of crack cocaine, as well as a baggie of marijuana in a desk drawer. Officers also found $3,512 in cash in the bedroom.Officers found a Ruger .22-caliber pistol in another bedroom that had been converted into a weight room.In a third bedroom, officers found a Smith and Wesson AR-15 style assault rifle in the closet and a safe that contained $175,100 in cash and a Ruger revolver that had been reported as stolen.Officers also found $180 under the couch cushion, and sodium sulfate, which is often used by drug dealers as a cutting agent to dilute drugs, on a coffee table.Under federal law, it is illegal for anyone who has been convicted of a felony to be in possession of any firearm or ammunition. Cummings has a prior felony conviction for possession of a controlled substance.Under federal statutes, Cummings is subject to a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in federal prison without parole, up to a sentence of life in federal prison without parole. The maximum statutory sentence is prescribed by Congress and is provided here for informational purposes, as the sentencing of the defendant will be determined by the court based on the advisory sentencing guidelines and other statutory factors. A sentencing hearing will be scheduled after the completion of a presentence investigation by the United States Probation Office.

Police found drugs, firearms after KC man called 911 for his mom

SEDGWICK COUNTY — A Sedgwick County detention&nbsp;deputy accused of numerous crimes including ignoring a security breach at the Sedgwick County Jail has been found guilty of official misconduct and unlawful sexual relations with inmates.

In July, while investigating a security breach at Sedgwick County Jail&nbsp; investigators learned 22-year-old Dustin Burnett, the on-duty deputy in that area of the jail, observed inmates break a window, bring contraband into the facility and didn't stop it or inform anyone it occurred. He also did not give investigators the full story about the incident when confronted about it, according to Sheriff Jeff Easter.&nbsp;

Later, two female inmates reported inappropriate sexual contact with Burnett, according to Sheriff's Lt. Benjamin Blick. The alleged sexual contact occurred on July 17, 2022.

Burnett started work at the jail in January of 2022 and was terminated upon his arrest.&nbsp; He will be sentenced on March 3o, according to the district attorney's office.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1658429257903.png" alt="Burnett-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Burnett-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — A Sedgwick County detention&nbsp;deputy accused of numerous crimes including ignoring a security breach at the Sedgwick County Jail has been found guilty of official misconduct and unlawful sexual relations with inmates.In July, while investigating a security breach at Sedgwick County Jail&nbsp; investigators learned 22-year-old Dustin Burnett, the on-duty deputy in that area of the jail, observed inmates break a window, bring contraband into the facility and didn't stop it or inform anyone it occurred. He also did not give investigators the full story about the incident when confronted about it, according to Sheriff Jeff Easter.&nbsp;Later, two female inmates reported inappropriate sexual contact with Burnett, according to Sheriff's Lt. Benjamin Blick. The alleged sexual contact occurred on July 17, 2022.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1658430090733.png" alt="-Suspected Fentanyl Laced Pills found during the search of the jail following Burnett's arrest -photo Sedgwick Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>-Suspected Fentanyl Laced Pills found during the search of the jail following Burnett's arrest -photo Sedgwick Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1658429970384.png" alt="-Pen sharpened down into a shank found during a search of the jail." />
 <figcaption>-Pen sharpened down into a shank found during a search of the jail.</figcaption>
 </figure>Burnett started work at the jail in January of 2022 and was terminated upon his arrest.&nbsp; He will be sentenced on March 3o, according to the district attorney's office.--------------------

Kansas jail deputy guilty of misconduct, sex with inmates

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.&nbsp;

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.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676826932151.jpeg" alt="Benjamin Lee Collier Junior, Following another vehicle too closely; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; arrested 2/18" />
 <figcaption>Benjamin Lee Collier Junior, Following another vehicle too closely; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; arrested 2/18</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676827048980.jpeg" alt="Crystal Rose Crandall, Failure to wear a seatbelt; 18+ years; Vehicle liability insurance; Liability coverage required; Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; arrested 2/18" />
 <figcaption>Crystal Rose Crandall, Failure to wear a seatbelt; 18+ years; Vehicle liability insurance; Liability coverage required; Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; arrested 2/18</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676827321027.jpeg" alt="Mark Thomas Hecker, Burglary; Non-dwelling to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Criminal damage to property; Felony; Criminal Threat against LEO; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Arson; Unknown circumstance; arrested 2/18" />
 <figcaption>Mark Thomas Hecker, Burglary; Non-dwelling to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Criminal damage to property; Felony; Criminal Threat against LEO; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Arson; Unknown circumstance; arrested 2/18</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676827421604.jpeg" alt="Necrecha Yalanda Knighton, Failure to appear; arrested 2/18" />
 <figcaption>Necrecha Yalanda Knighton, Failure to appear; arrested 2/18</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676828405026.jpeg" alt="Alfonzo Littleton, Failure to appear; Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; No proof of insurance; No registration; illegal or expired tags; arrested 2/18" />
 <figcaption>Alfonzo Littleton, Failure to appear; Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; No proof of insurance; No registration; illegal or expired tags; arrested 2/18</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676828604551.jpeg" alt="Breianna Kay Richardson, Battery on LEO; State correctional officer/employee on duty; Battery on LEO; physical contact with county or city officer on duty; arrest 2/19" />
 <figcaption>Breianna Kay Richardson, Battery on LEO; State correctional officer/employee on duty; Battery on LEO; physical contact with county or city officer on duty; arrest 2/19</figcaption>
 </figure>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.&nbsp;

Geary County Booking Photos February 19

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple charges after an arrest.

Just after 9:30 Saturday,&nbsp; a homeowner in the area of 245th and S. Prospect, approximately 36 miles south of Kansas City, reported a suspicious vehicle and a man&nbsp; running from a barn on their property, according to the Cass County Sheriff's office.

Deputies arrived in the area and determined that the vehicle had been reported stolen to the Bates County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday. 

 Deputies set up a perimeter of the area and began a search with the assistance of the Missouri State Highway Patrol and Sheriff’s Office UAVs. 

The Sheriff’s Office issued an Everbridge call to residents in the area advising them of the ongoing operation. 

 About 11:00am an area resident called 9-1-1 and reported a suspicious person attempting to steal a vehicle at a neighbor’s residence. Deputies responded and attempted to stop the subject in a black Dodge truck attempting to leave a house in the area of 231st and Craycraft Road. 

 The driver fled from deputies in the vehicle before crashing and running on foot.  He was arrested moments later by state troopers and deputies. 

 Bates County Sheriff K9’s and a detective assisted with searching for property and processing the stolen vehicle for evidence. The subject, Dylan S. Lancaster, 25, Kansas City was transported to the Cass County Jail where he is being held on the following active warrants: Failure to Appear Resisting Arrest – Cass County – Bond $300.00 Failure to Appear Driving While Revoked – Cass County – Bond $300.00Failure to Appear – Lee’s Summit – Bond $750.004 Warrants – Pleasant Hill – Bond $400.00Municipal Warrant – Riverside PD – Bond $1350.00

Lancaster was convicted in 2021 for resisting arrest and arrested again in December 2022 following a pursuit involving deputies with the Miami County Kansas and Cass County Sheriff’s Office. 

 He received a signature bond in that case and then failed to appear in court last month. 

Over a dozen law enforcement officers from 3 agencies spent hours investigating, searching and apprehending Lancaster.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676779032619.png" alt="Lancaster-photo Cass County" />
 <figcaption>Lancaster-photo Cass County</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple charges after an arrest.Just after 9:30 Saturday,&nbsp; a homeowner in the area of 245th and S. Prospect, approximately 36 miles south of Kansas City, reported a suspicious vehicle and a man&nbsp; running from a barn on their property, according to the Cass County Sheriff's office.Deputies arrived in the area and determined that the vehicle had been reported stolen to the Bates County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday. Deputies set up a perimeter of the area and began a search with the assistance of the Missouri State Highway Patrol and Sheriff’s Office UAVs. The Sheriff’s Office issued an Everbridge call to residents in the area advising them of the ongoing operation. About 11:00am an area resident called 9-1-1 and reported a suspicious person attempting to steal a vehicle at a neighbor’s residence. Deputies responded and attempted to stop the subject in a black Dodge truck attempting to leave a house in the area of 231st and Craycraft Road. The driver fled from deputies in the vehicle before crashing and running on foot. He was arrested moments later by state troopers and deputies. Bates County Sheriff K9’s and a detective assisted with searching for property and processing the stolen vehicle for evidence. The subject, Dylan S. Lancaster, 25, Kansas City was transported to the Cass County Jail where he is being held on the following active warrants: Failure to Appear Resisting Arrest – Cass County – Bond $300.00 Failure to Appear Driving While Revoked – Cass County – Bond $300.00Failure to Appear – Lee’s Summit – Bond $750.004 Warrants – Pleasant Hill – Bond $400.00Municipal Warrant – Riverside PD – Bond $1350.00Lancaster was convicted in 2021 for resisting arrest and arrested again in December 2022 following a pursuit involving deputies with the Miami County Kansas and Cass County Sheriff’s Office. He received a signature bond in that case and then failed to appear in court last month. Over a dozen law enforcement officers from 3 agencies spent hours investigating, searching and apprehending Lancaster.

Suspect captured after manhunt near Kansas City

KANSAS CITY —There is a police vehicle serving as a memorial in front of police headquarters in Kansas City in honor of Officer James Muhlbauer and K-9 Officer Champ who died in a crash on Wednesday night.

A Kansas teen has been charged in connection with the crash on Wednesday night that took the life of a Kansas City patrol officer, a pedestrian and the officer's K-9 Champ, according to Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker.

Jerron Allen Lightfoot, 18, Tonganoxie, faces two counts of Involuntary Manslaughter 1st Degree.

According to court records filed Thursday evening, Kansas City police officers responded to East Truman Road and Benton Blvd. on a vehicular crash.

Arriving officers saw a man standing by a white Ford Fusion, one of the crashed vehicles. The man was later identified as Jerron Allen Lightfoot, the driver and sole occupant of the white Ford vehicle.

The other vehicle in the crash was a marked police car. The police officer, James M. Muhlbauer, was in the driver's seat, unconscious. He was wearing a seatbelt. The police K-9 Champ was deceased in the back second row of the police car. The officer was transported to an area hospital and later pronounced deceased. Police found a second deceased man under the police vehicle.

Video from the area of the crash, according to court records, showed the police officer was traveling eastbound at E. Truman Road and had a green light at the intersection. The white Ford was traveling southbound on Benton Boulevard at a high rate of speed and failed to stop at the traffic signal just prior to striking the police vehicle.

In addition, the police officer's dash cam showed he had a green light as he went through the intersection just prior to the crash.

Lightfoot told officers he tried to stop but his car's brakes did not work, prosecutors said. Lightfoot said he felt “a lot of vibration” when he applied the brakes.

A check of the white Ford's electronic ACM system showed the vehicle's brakes were working just prior to the crash and the vehicle was traveling at 85 mph or more just before impact.

Muhlbauer, who was married and a father, was a 20-year veteran of the force. Champ had been a K-9 with the force for a year.

In 2014, Muhlbauer arrested Brandon Howell, a suspect in the deaths of five people in a Kansas City neighborhood, said Jackson County prosecutor Jean Peters Baker. Howell, who previously was acquitted in the killings of two Kansas teens, is serving multiple life terms, with no chance of parole, in the quintuple homicide.

Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issued the following statement:

"My office spoke Thursday evening with the family of our officer victim. We have not yet been able to meet with the family of our pedestrian victim prior to this filing, but we will meet soon with that victim's family. We extend our condolences to both grieving families and the police department. We are grateful for the pace of the police department's investigative work that allowed us to file these charges so quickly."

KANSAS CITY —A Kansas City police officer, his K-9 partner and a pedestrian died in a crash Wednesday night.

Just after 10:15p.m., the officer identified as James Muhlbauer and his K9 officer Champ were on duty and on patrol in the area of Truman Road and Benton Boulevard when the patrol car was struck by another vehicle. The collision caused a secondary impact with a pedestrian.

The pedestrian and K-9 officer Champ was declared deceased at the scene, according to the release. EMS transported Muhlbauer to the hospital with critical injuries and he died.

The driver of the citizen vehicle has minor injuries and is in custody for further investigation

Muhlbauer is 20-year veteran of the KCPD and had been assigned to the K-9 Unit for nearly 3-years. His K9 partner  was an approximately 1-year veteran of the KCPD.&nbsp; &nbsp; K-9 Champ lived with Muhlbauer and his family. Mulhbauer was married and a father.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676770053943.png" alt="Photo courtesy KCPD" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy KCPD</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY —There is a police vehicle serving as a memorial in front of police headquarters in Kansas City in honor of Officer James Muhlbauer and K-9 Officer Champ who died in a crash on Wednesday night.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676573009736.png" alt="Officer James Muhlbauer and K-9 Officer Champ-photo courtesy KCPD" />
 <figcaption>Officer James Muhlbauer and K-9 Officer Champ-photo courtesy KCPD</figcaption>
 </figure>A Kansas teen has been charged in connection with the crash on Wednesday night that took the life of a Kansas City patrol officer, a pedestrian and the officer's K-9 Champ, according to Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker.Jerron Allen Lightfoot, 18, Tonganoxie, faces two counts of Involuntary Manslaughter 1st Degree.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676552907457.png" alt="The driver of the citizen vehicle has minor injuries and is in custody for further investigation-photo courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>The driver of the citizen vehicle has minor injuries and is in custody for further investigation-photo courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>According to court records filed Thursday evening, Kansas City police officers responded to East Truman Road and Benton Blvd. on a vehicular crash.Arriving officers saw a man standing by a white Ford Fusion, one of the crashed vehicles. The man was later identified as Jerron Allen Lightfoot, the driver and sole occupant of the white Ford vehicle.The other vehicle in the crash was a marked police car. The police officer, James M. Muhlbauer, was in the driver's seat, unconscious. He was wearing a seatbelt. The police K-9 Champ was deceased in the back second row of the police car. The officer was transported to an area hospital and later pronounced deceased. Police found a second deceased man under the police vehicle.Video from the area of the crash, according to court records, showed the police officer was traveling eastbound at E. Truman Road and had a green light at the intersection. The white Ford was traveling southbound on Benton Boulevard at a high rate of speed and failed to stop at the traffic signal just prior to striking the police vehicle.In addition, the police officer's dash cam showed he had a green light as he went through the intersection just prior to the crash.Lightfoot told officers he tried to stop but his car's brakes did not work, prosecutors said. Lightfoot said he felt “a lot of vibration” when he applied the brakes.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676644200134.png" alt="Lightfoot-photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Lightfoot-photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>A check of the white Ford's electronic ACM system showed the vehicle's brakes were working just prior to the crash and the vehicle was traveling at 85 mph or more just before impact.Muhlbauer, who was married and a father, was a 20-year veteran of the force. Champ had been a K-9 with the force for a year.In 2014, Muhlbauer arrested Brandon Howell, a suspect in the deaths of five people in a Kansas City neighborhood, said Jackson County prosecutor Jean Peters Baker. Howell, who previously was acquitted in the killings of two Kansas teens, is serving multiple life terms, with no chance of parole, in the quintuple homicide.Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issued the following statement:"My office spoke Thursday evening with the family of our officer victim. We have not yet been able to meet with the family of our pedestrian victim prior to this filing, but we will meet soon with that victim's family. We extend our condolences to both grieving families and the police department. We are grateful for the pace of the police department's investigative work that allowed us to file these charges so quickly."--------------KANSAS CITY —A Kansas City police officer, his K-9 partner and a pedestrian died in a crash Wednesday night.Just after 10:15p.m., the officer identified as James Muhlbauer and his K9 officer Champ were on duty and on patrol in the area of Truman Road and Benton Boulevard when the patrol car was struck by another vehicle. The collision caused a secondary impact with a pedestrian.The pedestrian and K-9 officer Champ was declared deceased at the scene, according to the release. EMS transported Muhlbauer to the hospital with critical injuries and he died.The driver of the citizen vehicle has minor injuries and is in custody for further investigationMuhlbauer is 20-year veteran of the KCPD and had been assigned to the K-9 Unit for nearly 3-years. His K9 partner was an approximately 1-year veteran of the KCPD.&nbsp; &nbsp; K-9 Champ lived with Muhlbauer and his family. Mulhbauer was married and a father.&nbsp;

Community honors victims of crash that killed KC officer, K-9 and pedestrian

CRAWFORD COUNTY– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Pittsburg Police Department, and the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office are conducting an investigation into the death of a man from Weir, Kansas, according to a media release from the KBI. Preliminary indications are the death is a result of homicide and two suspects are in custody.

Just after 2:30p.m. Friday, Pittsburg Police received a 911 call from Collin Pal Gebford, 43, reporting someone was shot. Police located the victim, David Duane Mays, 51, of Weir, Kan., in the roadway near 1023 N Main in Pittsburg. Mays suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the chest.

At approximately 3:00pm, the KBI Crime Scene Response Team and investigative was requested by the Crawford County Sheriff. During the course of the investigation, it was determined there was an altercation that resulted in gunfire.

Investigators identified another suspect who was questioned by police and released.

Police arrested Gebford on requested charges of attempted premeditated first degree murder and felony murder. Gebford is being held the Crawford Count Jail, according to the KBI.

Authorities also located and arrested&nbsp;Travis Blake Conness, 32, of Neosho, Mo. on requestged charges of attempted premeditated first degree murder and felony murder. Conness was arrested without incident and booked into the Crawford County Jail.

CRAWFORD COUNTY– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Pittsburg Police Department, and the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office are conducting an investigation into the death of a man from Weir, Kansas, according to a media release from the KBI. Preliminary indications are the death is a result of homicide.

Travis Blake Conness, 32, of Neosho, Mo., is a suspect and wanted for questioning. Conness has not been located and is still at large. Anyone with information about the possible whereabouts of Conness should contact the Crawford County Sherriff’s Office at (620)724-8274 or the KBI at (800) KS-CRIME. An autopsy on Mays will be performed Tuesday, according to the KBI.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676742536466.png" alt="Travis Blake Conness, 32, of Neosho, Mo., is a suspect and wanted for questioning.-photo KBI" />
 <figcaption>Travis Blake Conness, 32, of Neosho, Mo., is a suspect and wanted for questioning.-photo KBI</figcaption>
 </figure>CRAWFORD COUNTY– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Pittsburg Police Department, and the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office are conducting an investigation into the death of a man from Weir, Kansas, according to a media release from the KBI. Preliminary indications are the death is a result of homicide and two suspects are in custody.Just after 2:30p.m. Friday, Pittsburg Police received a 911 call from Collin Pal Gebford, 43, reporting someone was shot. Police located the victim, David Duane Mays, 51, of Weir, Kan., in the roadway near 1023 N Main in Pittsburg. Mays suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the chest.At approximately 3:00pm, the KBI Crime Scene Response Team and investigative was requested by the Crawford County Sheriff. During the course of the investigation, it was determined there was an altercation that resulted in gunfire.Investigators identified another suspect who was questioned by police and released.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676742578462.png" alt="Gebford-photo KBI" />
 <figcaption>Gebford-photo KBI</figcaption>
 </figure>Police arrested Gebford on requested charges of attempted premeditated first degree murder and felony murder. Gebford is being held the Crawford Count Jail, according to the KBI.Authorities also located and arrested&nbsp;Travis Blake Conness, 32, of Neosho, Mo. on requestged charges of attempted premeditated first degree murder and felony murder. Conness was arrested without incident and booked into the Crawford County Jail.-------CRAWFORD COUNTY– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Pittsburg Police Department, and the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office are conducting an investigation into the death of a man from Weir, Kansas, according to a media release from the KBI. Preliminary indications are the death is a result of homicide.Just after 2:30p.m. Friday, Pittsburg Police received a 911 call from Collin Pal Gebford, 43, reporting someone was shot. Police located the victim, David Duane Mays, 51, of Weir, Kan., in the roadway near 1023 N Main in Pittsburg. Mays suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the chest.At approximately 3:00pm, the KBI Crime Scene Response Team and investigative was requested by the Crawford County Sheriff. During the course of the investigation, it was determined there was an altercation that resulted in gunfire.Investigators identified another suspect who was questioned by police and released.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676742578462.png" alt="Gebford-photo KBI" />
 <figcaption>Gebford-photo KBI</figcaption>
 </figure>Police arrested Gebford on requested charges of attempted premeditated first degree murder and felony murder. Gebford is being held the Crawford Count Jail, according to the KBI.Travis Blake Conness, 32, of Neosho, Mo., is a suspect and wanted for questioning. Conness has not been located and is still at large. Anyone with information about the possible whereabouts of Conness should contact the Crawford County Sherriff’s Office at (620)724-8274 or the KBI at (800) KS-CRIME. An autopsy on Mays will be performed Tuesday, according to the KBI.

KBI: Two suspects accused in Kansas man's murder

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.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676738810147.jpeg" alt="Ulugbek Bobomurodov, Uniform Criminal Extradition Act; Arrest prior to requisition, arrested 2/17" />
 <figcaption>Ulugbek Bobomurodov, Uniform Criminal Extradition Act; Arrest prior to requisition, arrested 2/17</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676738936015.jpeg" alt="Justin Eric Coleman, Domestic battery; Unlawful restraint; Disorderly conduct; arrested 2/18" />
 <figcaption>Justin Eric Coleman, Domestic battery; Unlawful restraint; Disorderly conduct; arrested 2/18</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676739065451.jpeg" alt="Stephanie Rae Combes, Possession of controlled substance; unknown substance; Possession of marijuana; Poss. of THC; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body" />
 <figcaption>Stephanie Rae Combes, Possession of controlled substance; unknown substance; Possession of marijuana; Poss. of THC; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676740036993.jpeg" alt="Mark Thomas Hecker; Burglary; Non-dwelling to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Criminal damage to property; Felony; Criminal Threat against LEO; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; arrested 2/18" />
 <figcaption>Mark Thomas Hecker; Burglary; Non-dwelling to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Criminal damage to property; Felony; Criminal Threat against LEO; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; arrested 2/18</figcaption>
 </figure>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.&nbsp;

Geary County Booking Photos Feb. 18

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.

Just before 1:30a.m. Thursday, with icy winter weather in the forecast, police responded to report of a suspicious vehicle at 2129 NE Meriden in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley.

At the scene, officers found that two suspects later identified as 50-year-old Brian R. Stevenson and 60-year-old Francis L. Stadler both of Topeka. They were allegedly working to burglarize the property, according to Stanley.

Police arrested both men and they are being held on requested charges of felony theft and burglary, according to Stanley.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676559888302.png" alt="Stadler-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Stadler-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.Just before 1:30a.m. Thursday, with icy winter weather in the forecast, police responded to report of a suspicious vehicle at 2129 NE Meriden in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676559829794.png" alt="Stevenson-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Stevenson-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>At the scene, officers found that two suspects later identified as 50-year-old Brian R. Stevenson and 60-year-old Francis L. Stadler both of Topeka. They were allegedly working to burglarize the property, according to Stanley.Police arrested both men and they are being held on requested charges of felony theft and burglary, according to Stanley.

Kan. ice storm didn't prevent arrest of 2 burglary suspects

SEDGWICK COUNTY- A former Kansas teacher accused of sex crimes involving a 13-year-old student has entered a plea.

This week, Christin Covel, 32, pleaded no contest to two counts of aggravated indecent solicitation of a child, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

In Jan. of 2022, police in Oklahoma arrested Covel, a teacher at Edison Preparatory Schools in Tulsa, on complaints out of Sedgewick County accusing her of having inappropriate relations with a boy while working at Mead Middle School&nbsp;2601 E Skinner Street in Wichita, according to the Tulsa Police Department.&nbsp;

The incidents involving the boy happened between 2018 and 2019, according to police. Covel worked in the district from 2015 to 2020, according to USD 259.

The Tulsa school district sent a letter to parents Jan. 4 to inform them of her arrest, according to the district web site.

Police later booked Covel into the Sedgwick County Jail. She is not currently in custody.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/1/1642006082049.png" alt="Covel-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Covel-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY- A former Kansas teacher accused of sex crimes involving a 13-year-old student has entered a plea.This week, Christin Covel, 32, pleaded no contest to two counts of aggravated indecent solicitation of a child, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.In Jan. of 2022, police in Oklahoma arrested Covel, a teacher at Edison Preparatory Schools in Tulsa, on complaints out of Sedgewick County accusing her of having inappropriate relations with a boy while working at Mead Middle School&nbsp;2601 E Skinner Street in Wichita, according to the Tulsa Police Department.&nbsp;The incidents involving the boy happened between 2018 and 2019, according to police. Covel worked in the district from 2015 to 2020, according to USD 259.The Tulsa school district sent a letter to parents Jan. 4 to inform them of her arrest, according to the district web site.Police later booked Covel into the Sedgwick County Jail. She is not currently in custody.

Teacher arrested in Okla. enters plea to sex crimes in Kansas

MANHATTAN, KAN. –&nbsp;Manhattan High School West Campus was cleared around 4:40 p.m. this afternoon after a graffiti message that was found in a school bathroom circulated over Snapchat causing the school to go on lockdown. The message was perceived as a threat to a planned pep rally.

Shortly before 2:00 p.m. this afternoon, our School Resource Officer at the school and the principal were made aware of the message being amplified over the social media platform. School officials quickly put the school on lockdown and multiple officers responded to investigate the situation.

The officers quickly determined the message was not credible and the students were not in any danger. It was decided that the building would be evacuated room by room by officers to ensure the safety of all students and staff.

The building was cleared and officers began leaving the area around 4:40 p.m.

We are still investigating the origins of the message, but don’t believe there is any threat to the school.

This incident was not connected to yesterday’s events or the arrest of Samuel Osenga in any way.

By BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

UPDATE: From RCPD: Multiple officers are on-scene investigating a message found in one of the school bathrooms.

The message was then spread through social media, RCPD says they do not believe there is a credible threat.

The school was placed on lockdown by school administrators while RCPD officers continue to investigate the situation.

This incident is NOT connected to Thursday's <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/f6ce060a-3d42-48d8-82ae-589e2c354432">events at elementary schools.</a>

MANHATTAN - USD 383 posted to social media that Manhattan High School is currently on a lockdown following a threat made on social media.

Riley County Police Department officers are on scene.

District officials are asking families and public to stay away from the school at this time.

USD 383 will release more information as it becomes available.

MANHATTAN, KAN. –&nbsp;Manhattan High School West Campus was cleared around 4:40 p.m. this afternoon after a graffiti message that was found in a school bathroom circulated over Snapchat causing the school to go on lockdown. The message was perceived as a threat to a planned pep rally.Shortly before 2:00 p.m. this afternoon, our School Resource Officer at the school and the principal were made aware of the message being amplified over the social media platform. School officials quickly put the school on lockdown and multiple officers responded to investigate the situation.The officers quickly determined the message was not credible and the students were not in any danger. It was decided that the building would be evacuated room by room by officers to ensure the safety of all students and staff.The building was cleared and officers began leaving the area around 4:40 p.m.We are still investigating the origins of the message, but don’t believe there is any threat to the school.This incident was not connected to yesterday’s events or the arrest of Samuel Osenga in any way.--------------By BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostUPDATE: From RCPD: Multiple officers are on-scene investigating a message found in one of the school bathrooms.The message was then spread through social media, RCPD says they do not believe there is a credible threat.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We currently have multiple officers at Manhattan High School investigating a message found in one of the school bathrooms that was amplified over social media. We do not believe there is any credible threat at this point. The school was placed on lockdown by administrators while… <a href="https://t.co/M1uWhbv2aI">https://t.co/M1uWhbv2aI</a> <a href="https://t.co/KgivmL0xSJ">pic.twitter.com/KgivmL0xSJ</a>&mdash; RCPD (@RileyCountyPD) <a href="https://twitter.com/RileyCountyPD/status/1626683521749114881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 17, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The school was placed on lockdown by school administrators while RCPD officers continue to investigate the situation.This incident is NOT connected to Thursday's <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/f6ce060a-3d42-48d8-82ae-589e2c354432">events at elementary schools.</a>--------------MANHATTAN - USD 383 posted to social media that Manhattan High School is currently on a lockdown following a threat made on social media.Riley County Police Department officers are on scene.District officials are asking families and public to stay away from the school at this time.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Manhattan High School is currently in a lockdown due to a social media threat. RCPD is on site. Please do not come to the school. We will release more information as it becomes available.&mdash; USD 383 (@usd383) <a href="https://twitter.com/usd383/status/1626677075846234112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 17, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>USD 383 will release more information as it becomes available.

Manhattan High lockdown due to alleged school threat

JACKSON COUNTY —A Kansas teen in connection with a crash on Wednesday night that took the life of a Kansas City patrol officer, a pedestrian and the officer's K-9 Champ, according to Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker.

According to court records filed Thursday evening, Kansas City police officers responded to East Truman Road and Benton Blvd. on a vehicular crash. 

Arriving officers saw a man standing by a white Ford Fusion, one of the crashed vehicles. The man was later identified as Jerron Allen Lightfoot, the driver and sole occupant of the white Ford vehicle. 

Video from the area of the crash, according to court records, showed the police officer was traveling eastbound at E. Truman Road and had a green light at the intersection. The white Ford was traveling southbound on Benton Boulevard at a high rate of speed and failed to stop at the traffic signal just prior to striking the police vehicle. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676644200134.png" alt="Lightfoot-photo Jackson County" />
 <figcaption>Lightfoot-photo Jackson County</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY —A Kansas teen in connection with a crash on Wednesday night that took the life of a Kansas City patrol officer, a pedestrian and the officer's K-9 Champ, according to Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker.Jerron Allen Lightfoot, 18, Tonganoxie, faces two counts of Involuntary Manslaughter 1st Degree.According to court records filed Thursday evening, Kansas City police officers responded to East Truman Road and Benton Blvd. on a vehicular crash. Arriving officers saw a man standing by a white Ford Fusion, one of the crashed vehicles. The man was later identified as Jerron Allen Lightfoot, the driver and sole occupant of the white Ford vehicle. The other vehicle in the crash was a marked police car. The police officer, James M. Muhlbauer, was in the driver's seat, unconscious. He was wearing a seatbelt. The police K-9 Champ was deceased in the back second row of the police car. The officer was transported to an area hospital and later pronounced deceased. Police found a second deceased man under the police vehicle.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676573009736.png" alt="Officer Muhlbauer and Champ-courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Officer Muhlbauer and Champ-courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>Video from the area of the crash, according to court records, showed the police officer was traveling eastbound at E. Truman Road and had a green light at the intersection. The white Ford was traveling southbound on Benton Boulevard at a high rate of speed and failed to stop at the traffic signal just prior to striking the police vehicle. In addition, the police officer's dash cam showed he had a green light as he went through the intersection just prior to the crash.Lightfoot told officers he tried to stop but his car's brakes did not work, prosecutors said. Lightfoot said he felt “a lot of vibration” when he applied the brakes.A check of the white Ford's electronic ACM system showed the vehicle's brakes were working just prior to the crash and the vehicle was traveling at 85 mph or more just before impact.Muhlbauer, who was married and a father, was a 20-year veteran of the force. Champ had been a K-9 with the force for a year.In 2014, Muhlbauer arrested Brandon Howell, a suspect in the deaths of five people in a Kansas City neighborhood, said Jackson County prosecutor Jean Peters Baker. Howell, who previously was acquitted in the killings of two Kansas teens, is serving multiple life terms, with no chance of parole, in the quintuple homicide.Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issued the following statement:"My office spoke Thursday evening with the family of our officer victim. We have not yet been able to meet with the family of our pedestrian victim prior to this filing, but we will meet soon with that victim's family. We extend our condolences to both grieving families and the police department. We are grateful for the pace of the police department's investigative work that allowed us to file these charges so quickly."

Kan. teen charged in crash that killed officer, pedestrian, K-9

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.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676663200485.jpeg" alt="Carlos Javier Deleon, Failure to appear, arrested 2/16" />
 <figcaption>Carlos Javier Deleon, Failure to appear, arrested 2/16</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676663364600.jpeg" alt="Lamonte Ephriam, Improper turn or approach; Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs; misdemeanor; Aggravated endangering a child; Reckless situation to child &lt;18; Ignition interlock device; Operate a car without a required device; Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; arrested 2/16" />
 <figcaption>Lamonte Ephriam, Improper turn or approach; Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs; misdemeanor; Aggravated endangering a child; Reckless situation to child &lt;18; Ignition interlock device; Operate a car without a required device; Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; arrested 2/16</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676664467253.jpeg" alt="Andre La Var Isler, Distribute marijuana; 450 grams - &lt;30 Kilograms; Taxation; drugs; no drug tax stamp for marijuana or cont. substance; Following another vehicle too closely; arrested 2/16" />
 <figcaption>Andre La Var Isler, Distribute marijuana; 450 grams - &lt;30 Kilograms; Taxation; drugs; no drug tax stamp for marijuana or cont. substance; Following another vehicle too closely; arrested 2/16</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676664751700.jpeg" alt="Kaleb Michael Norby, Failure to appear, arrested 2/17" />
 <figcaption>Kaleb Michael Norby, Failure to appear, arrested 2/17</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676673632015.jpeg" alt="Heather Leana Stewart, Outside warrant, arrested 2/17" />
 <figcaption>Heather Leana Stewart, Outside warrant, arrested 2/17</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676673692142.jpeg" alt="Adele Rosebrooke June Taylor, Failure to appear, arrested 2/16" />
 <figcaption>Adele Rosebrooke June Taylor, Failure to appear, arrested 2/16</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676673746817.jpeg" alt="Kiara Sharquese Wooldridge, Failure to appear; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of marijuana; Distribute controlled substance; unknown substance; Transporting an open container; Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; arrested 2/17" />
 <figcaption>Kiara Sharquese Wooldridge, Failure to appear; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of marijuana; Distribute controlled substance; unknown substance; Transporting an open container; Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; arrested 2/17</figcaption>
 </figure>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.&nbsp;

Geary County Booking Photos Feb. 17

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating three suspects on multiple narcotics related allegations. On Feb. 15,&nbsp; the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), as part of the Shawnee County Drug Enforcement Task Force, and the Fugitive Warrant Unit executed a narcotics search warrant in the 3500 block of SW Westport Court in Topeka, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. During the investigation, illegal narcotics and three individuals with felony warrants were located.

John K. Oppermann, 57, Joshua L. Fosso, 43, and Porsche L. Shelden, 34, all of Topeka, were arrested on scene and booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections. Opperman had a felony warrant for his arrest out of Shawnee County for a previous narcotic investigation and was additionally charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Shelden had a felony warrant out of another state for her arrest and was additionally charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Fosso had a felony warrant for his arrest out of another state and was additionally charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Two additional subjects were released, pending further investigation.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676585484277.png" alt="Oppermann-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Oppermann-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating three suspects on multiple narcotics related allegations. On Feb. 15,&nbsp; the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), as part of the Shawnee County Drug Enforcement Task Force, and the Fugitive Warrant Unit executed a narcotics search warrant in the 3500 block of SW Westport Court in Topeka, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. During the investigation, illegal narcotics and three individuals with felony warrants were located.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676585590777.png" alt="Foss-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Foss-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>John K. Oppermann, 57, Joshua L. Fosso, 43, and Porsche L. Shelden, 34, all of Topeka, were arrested on scene and booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections. Opperman had a felony warrant for his arrest out of Shawnee County for a previous narcotic investigation and was additionally charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676585519142.png" alt="Sheldon-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Sheldon-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure> Shelden had a felony warrant out of another state for her arrest and was additionally charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Fosso had a felony warrant for his arrest out of another state and was additionally charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Two additional subjects were released, pending further investigation.

 3 wanted suspects captured during Kansas drug bust

WYANDOTTE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a woman's murder in Kansas have a suspect in custody.

On January 27, police found 19-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/independence-mo/adhel-deng-11139575">Adhel R. Deng </a>of Olathe dead in her vehicle the 6100 block of Haskell Avenue in Kansas City, Kansas.

On Thursday, police reported they had arrested the suspect last week and 25-year-old&nbsp; Brandon Wallace of Kansas City, Kansas has been charged with 1st degree murder by the Wyandotte County District Attorney. 

Wallace is being held in the Wyandotte County Jail on a $250,000 bond.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676600328102.png" alt="Wallace-Wyandotte Co." />
 <figcaption>Wallace-Wyandotte Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>WYANDOTTE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a woman's murder in Kansas have a suspect in custody.On January 27, police found 19-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/independence-mo/adhel-deng-11139575">Adhel R. Deng </a>of Olathe dead in her vehicle the 6100 block of Haskell Avenue in Kansas City, Kansas.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676635018684.png" alt="Adhel R. Deng-<a href="https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/independence-mo/adhel-deng-11139575">courtesy photo&nbsp;</a>" />
 <figcaption>Adhel R. Deng-<a href="https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/independence-mo/adhel-deng-11139575">courtesy photo&nbsp;</a></figcaption>
 </figure>On Thursday, police reported they had arrested the suspect last week and 25-year-old&nbsp; Brandon Wallace of Kansas City, Kansas has been charged with 1st degree murder by the Wyandotte County District Attorney. Wallace is being held in the Wyandotte County Jail on a $250,000 bond.

Suspect charged in murder of 19-year-old Kansas woman

BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a series of oilfield thefts have captured a suspect.

Just after 10 a.m. Tuesday, a sheriff's deputy stopped a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by 42-year-old Lori Fiscus, according to Bardon County Sheriff Brian Bellendir. After a routine check, it was discovered Fiscus had outstanding warrants from Saline County for a probation violation. 

The passenger in the vehicle, identified as 29-year-old Kurt Woods, had outstanding warrants for failure to appear and contempt of court in Barton County and the City of Great Bend.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Woods had been sought in connection with several oilfield thefts involving brass valves from tank batteries. Further investigation located methamphetamine inside the vehicle.

Deputies arrested Fiscus on requested charges of&nbsp; possession of methamphetamine and the warrant from Saline County. There is no bond on the Saline County warrant and a $10,000 bond on the possession of methamphetamine charge, according to Bellendir.

Woods was arrested on the two local warrants and requested charges of possession of methamphetamine as well as felony theft related to the oilfield incidents. Woods is being held on a $10,000 bond for the methamphetamine charge, $10,000 bond for felony theft, a warrant from the City of Great Bend for $1,642 and a warrant for Barton County District Court with a bond set at $500, according to Bellendir.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676573873868.jpeg" alt="Lori Fiscus-photo Barton Co." />
 <figcaption>Lori Fiscus-photo Barton Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a series of oilfield thefts have captured a suspect.Just after 10 a.m. Tuesday, a sheriff's deputy stopped a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by 42-year-old Lori Fiscus, according to Bardon County Sheriff Brian Bellendir. After a routine check, it was discovered Fiscus had outstanding warrants from Saline County for a probation violation. The passenger in the vehicle, identified as 29-year-old Kurt Woods, had outstanding warrants for failure to appear and contempt of court in Barton County and the City of Great Bend.&nbsp;&nbsp;Woods had been sought in connection with several oilfield thefts involving brass valves from tank batteries. Further investigation located methamphetamine inside the vehicle.Deputies arrested Fiscus on requested charges of&nbsp; possession of methamphetamine and the warrant from Saline County. There is no bond on the Saline County warrant and a $10,000 bond on the possession of methamphetamine charge, according to Bellendir.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676573864061.jpeg" alt="Woods-photo Barton County" />
 <figcaption>Woods-photo Barton County</figcaption>
 </figure>Woods was arrested on the two local warrants and requested charges of possession of methamphetamine as well as felony theft related to the oilfield incidents. Woods is being held on a $10,000 bond for the methamphetamine charge, $10,000 bond for felony theft, a warrant from the City of Great Bend for $1,642 and a warrant for Barton County District Court with a bond set at $500, according to Bellendir.

Deputies capture suspect in series of Kansas oilfield thefts

ATCHISON COUNTY —A Kansas man with a history of jail time is back in custody.

On Wednesday, police arrested 29-year-old Jordan R. Bush of&nbsp; Atchison, on a District Court warrant for theft, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

In September, police arrested Bush on requested charges of theft and battery and for an alleged bond violation, according to online jail records.&nbsp; Police also booked him for an alleged bond violation in November and December.&nbsp;

He remains in custody on a $2500 bond, according to online jail records.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676548003861.png" alt="Bush-photo Atchison County." />
 <figcaption>Bush-photo Atchison County.</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY —A Kansas man with a history of jail time is back in custody.On Wednesday, police arrested 29-year-old Jordan R. Bush of&nbsp; Atchison, on a District Court warrant for theft, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.In September, police arrested Bush on requested charges of theft and battery and for an alleged bond violation, according to online jail records.&nbsp; Police also booked him for an alleged bond violation in November and December.&nbsp;He remains in custody on a $2500 bond, according to online jail records.

Wanted Kansas theft suspect captured

KANSAS CITY (AP) —An officer who made the arrest in a notorious quintuple homicide nearly a decade ago, his police dog and a pedestrian were all killed when a driver crashed into the officer's cruiser, authorities in Missouri said.

Kansas City police said the crash happened Wednesday night as Officer James Muhlbauer was on patrol. The driver who struck the cruiser suffered minor injuries and was taken into custody.

The pedestrian, identified only as a man in his 50s, died at the scene, as did the officer’s dog, Champ. Muhlbauer was rushed to a hospital where he later died.

Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves said officers are investigating the cause of the crash, including whether alcohol was involved. She said there is no indication that the officer was at fault.

Graves said that officers from another department brought Champ’s remains to the hospital so the two partners could be reunited for what she described as their “heroes’ escort.”

“You live with your dog, your partner, your family lives with your partner,” she said. “You go to work every day. You train every day. You literally eat, sleep and live with your partner. They’re more than just a dog. They are truly the best partners they can have.”

Police said Muhlbauer, who was married and a father, was a 20-year veteran of the force. Graves asked for prayers for Muhlbauer's family and said that officers are “shaken” and “hurting.”

In 2014, Muhlbauer “heroically” arrested&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/f780e78dd98041049c76a5f62874a5ce">Brandon Howell</a>&nbsp;after Howell killed five people in a quiet cul-de-sac when his attempt to steal a classic Jaguar went awry, said Jackson County prosecutor Jean Peters Baker. Howell, who previously was acquitted in the killings of two Kansas teens, is serving multiple life terms, with no chance of parole, in the quintuple homicide.

Mayor Quinton Lucas noted that the deadly crash came just days after another officer was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kansas-city-chiefs-philadelphia-eagles-nfl-super-bowl-f4d255a4516ec2beeee6fd11d0403ee8">hit by gunfire</a>&nbsp;and wounded at the department’s headquarters shortly after the Chiefs won the Super Bowl. It also followed a tiring day in which the city’s officers oversaw a parade to celebrate the victory.

“We all grieve with the Kansas City Police Department, the women and men of the department,” Lucas said. “We grieve certainly with the officer’s family.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676573009736.png" alt="Officer James Muhlbauer and K-9 Officer Champ-photo courtesy KCPD" />
 <figcaption>Officer James Muhlbauer and K-9 Officer Champ-photo courtesy KCPD</figcaption>
 </figure>By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH&nbsp;KANSAS CITY (AP) —An officer who made the arrest in a notorious quintuple homicide nearly a decade ago, his police dog and a pedestrian were all killed when a driver crashed into the officer's cruiser, authorities in Missouri said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676552907457.png" alt="The driver of the citizen vehicle has minor injuries and is in custody for further investigation-photo courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>The driver of the citizen vehicle has minor injuries and is in custody for further investigation-photo courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>Kansas City police said the crash happened Wednesday night as Officer James Muhlbauer was on patrol. The driver who struck the cruiser suffered minor injuries and was taken into custody.The pedestrian, identified only as a man in his 50s, died at the scene, as did the officer’s dog, Champ. Muhlbauer was rushed to a hospital where he later died.Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves said officers are investigating the cause of the crash, including whether alcohol was involved. She said there is no indication that the officer was at fault.Graves said that officers from another department brought Champ’s remains to the hospital so the two partners could be reunited for what she described as their “heroes’ escort.”“You live with your dog, your partner, your family lives with your partner,” she said. “You go to work every day. You train every day. You literally eat, sleep and live with your partner. They’re more than just a dog. They are truly the best partners they can have.”Police said Muhlbauer, who was married and a father, was a 20-year veteran of the force. Graves asked for prayers for Muhlbauer's family and said that officers are “shaken” and “hurting.”In 2014, Muhlbauer “heroically” arrested&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/f780e78dd98041049c76a5f62874a5ce">Brandon Howell</a>&nbsp;after Howell killed five people in a quiet cul-de-sac when his attempt to steal a classic Jaguar went awry, said Jackson County prosecutor Jean Peters Baker. Howell, who previously was acquitted in the killings of two Kansas teens, is serving multiple life terms, with no chance of parole, in the quintuple homicide.Mayor Quinton Lucas noted that the deadly crash came just days after another officer was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kansas-city-chiefs-philadelphia-eagles-nfl-super-bowl-f4d255a4516ec2beeee6fd11d0403ee8">hit by gunfire</a>&nbsp;and wounded at the department’s headquarters shortly after the Chiefs won the Super Bowl. It also followed a tiring day in which the city’s officers oversaw a parade to celebrate the victory.“We all grieve with the Kansas City Police Department, the women and men of the department,” Lucas said. “We grieve certainly with the officer’s family.”---------------KANSAS CITY —A Kansas City police officer, his K-9 partner and a pedestrian died in a crash Wednesday night.Just after 10:15p.m., the officer identified as James Muhlbauer and his K9 officer Champ were on duty and on patrol in the area of Truman Road and Benton Boulevard when the patrol car was struck by another vehicle. The collision caused a secondary impact with a pedestrian.The pedestrian and K-9 officer Champ was declared deceased at the scene, according to the release. EMS transported Muhlbauer to the hospital with critical injuries and he died.The driver of the citizen vehicle has minor injuries and is in custody for further investigationMuhlbauer is 20-year veteran of the KCPD and had been assigned to the K-9 Unit for nearly 3-years. His K9 partner was an approximately 1-year veteran of the KCPD.&nbsp; &nbsp; K-9 Champ lived with Muhlbauer and his family. Mulhbauer was married and a father.&nbsp;

 Police ID 20-year police veteran, K-9 partner killed in crash

By MIKE COURSON <a href="https://greatbendpost.com">Great Bend Post</a>

GREAT BEND — Twenty-plus 
years have passed since two women were murdered inside the Dolly Madison
 Bakery at one of the busiest intersections in Great Bend. Last 
September, just two days after the 20-year anniversary of the homicide, 
the Kansas Bureau of Investigation announced new DNA had been found in 
the case. Beyond that, the case has remained cold. That has long 
troubled Great Bend High School graduate Aaron Mull, who recently 
completed his documentary about the case. Mull is ready to share that 
story at a special question-and-answer screening of his documentary on 
March 2 at the Crest Theater.

The trailer for The Dolly Madison Murders

"I started this, basically, to just try and shed light on this case 
I'd always known growing up," Mull said. "I remember seeing the 
composite sketch all over town. As I've gotten older, I questioned why 
this story hasn't really reached a larger audience. I thought maybe I 
could do that and set off to make it on my own."

The standard 
full-time work week consists of 2,080 hours. Mull estimates he spent 
some 600 hours on editing the documentary alone. Now living on the east 
coast, Mull estimates he spent just shy of $13,000 on the project. At 
one point, he pondered his efforts and how he could have nearly doubled 
the $17,000 reward offered for information leading to an arrest in the 
case.

"I knew it was going to cost quite a bit of money," he said. "I don't
 live in Great Bend anymore, and just flying back five times throughout 
the year was pretty costly, and the gear rentals, licensing music and 
footage and things like that. It was definitely something I knew was 
going to be a cost going into it. I was willing to eat that cost for a 
project I knew would mean something."

Mull made small videos as a 
student at GBHS, gaining national attention from one early project. 
After graduating, he worked for professional soccer team Sporting KC, 
then worked with the likes of famous chef Gordon Ramsay and Chiefs 
quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Mull has built an audience of 31,000 
subscribers on his YouTube channel.

Approaching the 20thth anniversary of the Dolly Madison case in 
September 2021, Mull realized he had time to tackle a much larger, more 
meaningful project. He met with key players in the case, including 
friends and family members of the victims, past and present members of 
law enforcement, and local media members.

"There's only so much to
 go off of with this story because there's so little out there and 
that's known to the public," he said. "My biggest goal was to talk to 
the people closest to the story, friends of the victims, family members 
of the victims. Giving them a voice was important after all these years 
of feeling like they weren’t being heard."

Mull wrapped up filming
 in June 2022, but did make a special trip back to Great Bend for the 
KBI's press conference regarding the case on Sept. 6, 2022. He wrapped 
up editing in December and secured a distributor of the documentary, 
which features the interviews, as well as reenactments from locations 
pertinent to the case. The case may not have a conclusion, but Mull's 
documentary does.

Great Bend Community Coordinator Christina Hayes helped Mull secure 
the Crest Theater for his screening on Thursday, March 2 at 7 p.m. He 
plans to sell approximately 200 tickets for the first screening, and if 
interest dictates, opening the screening for a second showing the 
following evening. Following the documentary, Mull and other parties 
from the documentary will take questions from the crowd.

Tickets for the screening are $10 in advance and may be purchased by <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-dolly-madison-murders-documentary-screening-tickets-533792205857?fbclid=IwAR1x9chWNxqAsKVvsg7c_lPABXdv0yiqM6cUVnH3d3jgOWQ9q2bluqerN2o">CLICKING HERE</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676588166897.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON <a href="https://greatbendpost.com">Great Bend Post</a>GREAT BEND — Twenty-plus 
years have passed since two women were murdered inside the Dolly Madison
 Bakery at one of the busiest intersections in Great Bend. Last 
September, just two days after the 20-year anniversary of the homicide, 
the Kansas Bureau of Investigation announced new DNA had been found in 
the case. Beyond that, the case has remained cold. That has long 
troubled Great Bend High School graduate Aaron Mull, who recently 
completed his documentary about the case. Mull is ready to share that 
story at a special question-and-answer screening of his documentary on 
March 2 at the Crest Theater.The trailer for The Dolly Madison Murders<figure>
 <iframe width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/I2qHtFPJz8w"></iframe>
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>"I started this, basically, to just try and shed light on this case 
I'd always known growing up," Mull said. "I remember seeing the 
composite sketch all over town. As I've gotten older, I questioned why 
this story hasn't really reached a larger audience. I thought maybe I 
could do that and set off to make it on my own."The standard 
full-time work week consists of 2,080 hours. Mull estimates he spent 
some 600 hours on editing the documentary alone. Now living on the east 
coast, Mull estimates he spent just shy of $13,000 on the project. At 
one point, he pondered his efforts and how he could have nearly doubled 
the $17,000 reward offered for information leading to an arrest in the 
case.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676588233084.png" alt="Mull spent 600 hours editing the film, which cost approximately $13,000 to complete." />
 <figcaption>Mull spent 600 hours editing the film, which cost approximately $13,000 to complete.</figcaption>
 </figure>"I knew it was going to cost quite a bit of money," he said. "I don't
 live in Great Bend anymore, and just flying back five times throughout 
the year was pretty costly, and the gear rentals, licensing music and 
footage and things like that. It was definitely something I knew was 
going to be a cost going into it. I was willing to eat that cost for a 
project I knew would mean something."Mull made small videos as a 
student at GBHS, gaining national attention from one early project. 
After graduating, he worked for professional soccer team Sporting KC, 
then worked with the likes of famous chef Gordon Ramsay and Chiefs 
quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Mull has built an audience of 31,000 
subscribers on his YouTube channel.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676588271780.png" alt="Mull used a hotel room in the area of the homicide for one of the re-enactments in the film." />
 <figcaption>Mull used a hotel room in the area of the homicide for one of the re-enactments in the film.</figcaption>
 </figure>Approaching the 20thth anniversary of the Dolly Madison case in 
September 2021, Mull realized he had time to tackle a much larger, more 
meaningful project. He met with key players in the case, including 
friends and family members of the victims, past and present members of 
law enforcement, and local media members."There's only so much to
 go off of with this story because there's so little out there and 
that's known to the public," he said. "My biggest goal was to talk to 
the people closest to the story, friends of the victims, family members 
of the victims. Giving them a voice was important after all these years 
of feeling like they weren’t being heard."Mull wrapped up filming
 in June 2022, but did make a special trip back to Great Bend for the 
KBI's press conference regarding the case on Sept. 6, 2022. He wrapped 
up editing in December and secured a distributor of the documentary, 
which features the interviews, as well as reenactments from locations 
pertinent to the case. The case may not have a conclusion, but Mull's 
documentary does.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676588311764.jpeg" alt="Mull made a special trip to Great Bend last September to add footage of the KBI's press conference to the documentary." />
 <figcaption>Mull made a special trip to Great Bend last September to add footage of the KBI's press conference to the documentary.</figcaption>
 </figure>Great Bend Community Coordinator Christina Hayes helped Mull secure 
the Crest Theater for his screening on Thursday, March 2 at 7 p.m. He 
plans to sell approximately 200 tickets for the first screening, and if 
interest dictates, opening the screening for a second showing the 
following evening. Following the documentary, Mull and other parties 
from the documentary will take questions from the crowd.Tickets for the screening are $10 in advance and may be purchased by <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-dolly-madison-murders-documentary-screening-tickets-533792205857?fbclid=IwAR1x9chWNxqAsKVvsg7c_lPABXdv0yiqM6cUVnH3d3jgOWQ9q2bluqerN2o">CLICKING HERE</a>.

🎥 Trailer, screening date set for Dolly Madison homicide documentary

GEARY COUNTY - On Thursday, February 16, Geary County Sheriff's Deputies were working a crash scene at mile marker 310 on eastbound Interstate 70, at 11:18 a.m. when a white SUV almost struck a patrol unit.

The Deputy was inside the vehicle at the time of the incident, and pulled out behind the vehicle, attempting to conduct a traffic stop for failure to move over for an emergency vehicle.

The vehicle initially slowed down, but quickly returned to the speed limit, failing to stop and/or yield for an emergency vehicle.

Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Deputies and Kansas Highway Patrol troopers assisted in stopping the vehicle at mile marker 324 on&nbsp; eastbound Interstate 70.

Twenty-seven-year old, Destynee L. Thomas, of Topeka, was taken into custody and charged with Fleeing and Eluding and Failure to Move over for Emergency Vehicles.

by BECKY GOFF JC PostGEARY COUNTY - On Thursday, February 16, Geary County Sheriff's Deputies were working a crash scene at mile marker 310 on eastbound Interstate 70, at 11:18 a.m. when a white SUV almost struck a patrol unit.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676583331757.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The Deputy was inside the vehicle at the time of the incident, and pulled out behind the vehicle, attempting to conduct a traffic stop for failure to move over for an emergency vehicle.The vehicle initially slowed down, but quickly returned to the speed limit, failing to stop and/or yield for an emergency vehicle.Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Deputies and Kansas Highway Patrol troopers assisted in stopping the vehicle at mile marker 324 on&nbsp; eastbound Interstate 70.Twenty-seven-year old, Destynee L. Thomas, of Topeka, was taken into custody and charged with Fleeing and Eluding and Failure to Move over for Emergency Vehicles.

27-year-old arrested after short pursuit

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect in connection with an incident involving schools in USD 383 Manhattan.

Just after 7:30a.m. Thursday, police were called to Susan B. Anthony Middle School, 2501 Browning Ave. in Manhattan, for the report of a suspicious man in the building during the arrival time of students, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.

This person was stopped by school staff, directed to the office, was asked to leave the school and refused. 

Ultimately, the school staff did the right thing and called police to come and investigate this person.  During this time, students were held in their classrooms until the situation was resolved. 

Before officers arrived at the school, the man ended up leaving the building and driving away. 

He was found a short time later in the parking lot of University Christian Church, 2800 Claflin Road in Manhattan, which also operates as a preschool. 

The man made comments to officers that he was searching for his father. During this time, the man was respectful and cordial. At the request of the USD 383 Superintendent, the man was prohibited from going into all USD 383 property and or attending activities. 



Around 9:30 a.m., police were called to Amanda Arnold Elementary School, 1435 Hudson Avenue in Manhattan. The school staff reported the man was at the school. Officers quickly arrived and arrested Samuel Osenga, 22, of Manhattan without incident for criminal trespass. 

Osenga was not in possession of any weapons at the time of his arrest and police have no reason to believe he had any intention of harming students at any school.


The RCPD said they want to emphasize that if officers believe there is a threat at any of the schools, "we will respond as quickly as possible and parents will be notified."&nbsp; 

"We continue to have a strong working relationship with all of our schools and their staff, and appreciate their cooperation in any investigations or incidents that occur. The safety of our community's children is and will remain a top priority at RCPD."

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect in connection with an incident involving schools in USD 383 Manhattan.Just after 7:30a.m. Thursday, police were called to Susan B. Anthony Middle School, 2501 Browning Ave. in Manhattan, for the report of a suspicious man in the building during the arrival time of students, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.This person was stopped by school staff, directed to the office, was asked to leave the school and refused. Ultimately, the school staff did the right thing and called police to come and investigate this person. During this time, students were held in their classrooms until the situation was resolved. Before officers arrived at the school, the man ended up leaving the building and driving away. 

He was found a short time later in the parking lot of University Christian Church, 2800 Claflin Road in Manhattan, which also operates as a preschool. The man made comments to officers that he was searching for his father. During this time, the man was respectful and cordial. At the request of the USD 383 Superintendent, the man was prohibited from going into all USD 383 property and or attending activities. 

Around 9:30 a.m., police were called to Amanda Arnold Elementary School, 1435 Hudson Avenue in Manhattan. The school staff reported the man was at the school. Officers quickly arrived and arrested Samuel Osenga, 22, of Manhattan without incident for criminal trespass. Osenga was not in possession of any weapons at the time of his arrest and police have no reason to believe he had any intention of harming students at any school.
The RCPD said they want to emphasize that if officers believe there is a threat at any of the schools, "we will respond as quickly as possible and parents will be notified."&nbsp; "We continue to have a strong working relationship with all of our schools and their staff, and appreciate their cooperation in any investigations or incidents that occur. The safety of our community's children is and will remain a top priority at RCPD."

Police: Man arrested after incidents at schools in Manhattan

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting that sent a teen to the hospital.

Just after 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, police responded to the 2300 block of N. Waco in Wichita after multiple calls of a shooting, according to Officer Trevor Macy. 

At the scene, first responders located an 18-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds. EMS transported him to an area hospital with serious injuries. He was treated and later released, according to Macy.

Investigators learned that the 18-year-old had been in a gold Ford earlier in the evening with three others when they drove to a business at 21st and Arkansas Street in Wichita.

While at the business, a white pickup arrived, and one of the men from the gold car exited to talk to one of the occupants of the white pickup. 

After their conversation, the man got back into the gold vehicle, and as they drove away, occupants of the white pickup began shooting at the gold car.

The 18-year-old driving the gold vehicle drove North on Waco with the white truck following. At 22nd and Waco, the 18-year-old and one of his passengers , a 17-year-old boy, exited the vehicle, and the other two unknown males drove off in it. Police located the Gold Ford in the 2200 block of N. Broadway.&nbsp; &nbsp;Police have not released the identity of those involved or reported an arrest.

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting that sent a teen to the hospital.Just after 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, police responded to the 2300 block of N. Waco in Wichita after multiple calls of a shooting, according to Officer Trevor Macy. At the scene, first responders located an 18-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds. EMS transported him to an area hospital with serious injuries. He was treated and later released, according to Macy.Investigators learned that the 18-year-old had been in a gold Ford earlier in the evening with three others when they drove to a business at 21st and Arkansas Street in Wichita.While at the business, a white pickup arrived, and one of the men from the gold car exited to talk to one of the occupants of the white pickup. After their conversation, the man got back into the gold vehicle, and as they drove away, occupants of the white pickup began shooting at the gold car.The 18-year-old driving the gold vehicle drove North on Waco with the white truck following. At 22nd and Waco, the 18-year-old and one of his passengers , a 17-year-old boy, exited the vehicle, and the other two unknown males drove off in it. Police located the Gold Ford in the 2200 block of N. Broadway.&nbsp; &nbsp;Police have not released the identity of those involved or reported an arrest.

Kansas teen hospitalized after gunfire between vehicles

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas prosecutor on Wednesday moved to dismiss a felony domestic violence case against former Texas basketball coach Chris Beard, in part because of the alleged victim’s wishes not to prosecute.

Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza said that “after a careful and thorough review of the evidence” and considering the wishes of Randi Trew, Beard’s fiancée, his office determined the charge of assault by strangulation/suffocation-family violence could not be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

Beard was arrested Dec. 12 after Trew called 911 and told officers that Beard&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/sports-austin-texas-prisons-violence-579d283260eb916721681dbb3270e06a">strangled, bit and hit her</a>&nbsp;during a confrontation in his home.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/sports-texas-chris-beard-top-25-college-basketball-today-99133534a0645c7318c6557d425d5dcf">She later said Beard didn’t choke her</a>, and that he defended himself from her. She added that she never intended him to be arrested and prosecuted.

“Everyone knows that Coach Beard has maintained his absolute innocence since the moment he was arrested,” said Perry Minton, Beard’s attorney. “Additionally, this district attorney has a well-earned reputation for being very tough regarding domestic violence cases. The fact that Mr. Garza’s review resulted in this determination so quickly says a lot. We are very pleased.”

The Associated Press does not typically identify alleged victims of sexual abuse or domestic violence, but Trew issued a public statement on Dec. 23 about Beard’s arrest and their fight that night, disputing several elements of the initial police account.

The third-degree felony charge carried a potential sentence of up to 10 years in prison if prosecutors had pressed the case to conviction.

“Our office takes all domestic abuse cases seriously to ensure justice for the victims,” Garza said. “In every case, we are obligated to evaluate the facts and evidence and do our best to reach an outcome that will keep the victim and our community safe.”

Garza also defended his office’s record of pursuing domestic violence cases, noting his office has secured more than 1,000 convictions in family violence cases since 2021, with more than 200 people going to prison.

According to the police affidavit in support of Beard’s arrest, Trew initially told officers he strangled her from behind to the point where she couldn’t breathe for several seconds. The affidavit listed several visible signs of an altercation, including bite marks on her arm and abrasions on her face and leg.

According to the affidavit, Trew initally told police “he choked me, bit me, bruises all over my leg, throwing me around and going nuts.” Her later statement did not address why she called 911 or several of the physical injuries described in the police report.

Texas suspended Beard without pay the day he was arrested.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-sports-chris-beard-texas-law-enforcement-64f650d82cd95028ad80ae5946fe2e24">He was fired on Jan. 5</a>&nbsp;when Texas officials told Beard’s attorney he was “unfit” to lead the program.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/sports-new-mexico-state-aggies-texas-longhorns-top-25-college-basketball-today-mens-d9601fa3c93f7e4fa792f6c5f6196047">Texas has been led by interim coach Rodney Terry since Dec. 12</a>. The Longhorns are ranked No. 6 and share first place in the Big 12.

A University of Texas spokesman declined comment Wednesday.

Beard had five years left on a seven-year guaranteed contract that included a provision saying he could be fired for cause if he was charged with a felony or committed other behavior unbecoming of his position or that reflected poorly on the university.

The university’s vice president of legal affairs, Jim Davis, wrote in a letter to Beard’s attorney on the day the coach was fired that Beard engaged in “unacceptable behavior that makes him unfit to serve as head coach at our university.”

Whether prosecutors continue with the case does not determine whether Beard engaged in conduct unbecoming of the school, Davis wrote.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1670872672542.png" alt="Beard from his arrest in Travis County" />
 <figcaption>Beard from his arrest in Travis County</figcaption>
 </figure>AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas prosecutor on Wednesday moved to dismiss a felony domestic violence case against former Texas basketball coach Chris Beard, in part because of the alleged victim’s wishes not to prosecute.Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza said that “after a careful and thorough review of the evidence” and considering the wishes of Randi Trew, Beard’s fiancée, his office determined the charge of assault by strangulation/suffocation-family violence could not be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1670863360648.png" alt="Travis County jail records" />
 <figcaption>Travis County jail records</figcaption>
 </figure>Beard was arrested Dec. 12 after Trew called 911 and told officers that Beard&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/sports-austin-texas-prisons-violence-579d283260eb916721681dbb3270e06a">strangled, bit and hit her</a>&nbsp;during a confrontation in his home.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/sports-texas-chris-beard-top-25-college-basketball-today-99133534a0645c7318c6557d425d5dcf">She later said Beard didn’t choke her</a>, and that he defended himself from her. She added that she never intended him to be arrested and prosecuted.“Everyone knows that Coach Beard has maintained his absolute innocence since the moment he was arrested,” said Perry Minton, Beard’s attorney. “Additionally, this district attorney has a well-earned reputation for being very tough regarding domestic violence cases. The fact that Mr. Garza’s review resulted in this determination so quickly says a lot. We are very pleased.”The Associated Press does not typically identify alleged victims of sexual abuse or domestic violence, but Trew issued a public statement on Dec. 23 about Beard’s arrest and their fight that night, disputing several elements of the initial police account.The third-degree felony charge carried a potential sentence of up to 10 years in prison if prosecutors had pressed the case to conviction.“Our office takes all domestic abuse cases seriously to ensure justice for the victims,” Garza said. “In every case, we are obligated to evaluate the facts and evidence and do our best to reach an outcome that will keep the victim and our community safe.”Garza also defended his office’s record of pursuing domestic violence cases, noting his office has secured more than 1,000 convictions in family violence cases since 2021, with more than 200 people going to prison.According to the police affidavit in support of Beard’s arrest, Trew initially told officers he strangled her from behind to the point where she couldn’t breathe for several seconds. The affidavit listed several visible signs of an altercation, including bite marks on her arm and abrasions on her face and leg.According to the affidavit, Trew initally told police “he choked me, bit me, bruises all over my leg, throwing me around and going nuts.” Her later statement did not address why she called 911 or several of the physical injuries described in the police report.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1672954198060.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Texas suspended Beard without pay the day he was arrested.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-sports-chris-beard-texas-law-enforcement-64f650d82cd95028ad80ae5946fe2e24">He was fired on Jan. 5</a>&nbsp;when Texas officials told Beard’s attorney he was “unfit” to lead the program.<a href="https://apnews.com/article/sports-new-mexico-state-aggies-texas-longhorns-top-25-college-basketball-today-mens-d9601fa3c93f7e4fa792f6c5f6196047">Texas has been led by interim coach Rodney Terry since Dec. 12</a>. The Longhorns are ranked No. 6 and share first place in the Big 12.A University of Texas spokesman declined comment Wednesday.Beard had five years left on a seven-year guaranteed contract that included a provision saying he could be fired for cause if he was charged with a felony or committed other behavior unbecoming of his position or that reflected poorly on the university.The university’s vice president of legal affairs, Jim Davis, wrote in a letter to Beard’s attorney on the day the coach was fired that Beard engaged in “unacceptable behavior that makes him unfit to serve as head coach at our university.”Whether prosecutors continue with the case does not determine whether Beard engaged in conduct unbecoming of the school, Davis wrote.