LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A hearing is set for Thursday for the man arrested for hitting four members of a Nickerson family, killing one and critically injuring two others.

Court records show 33-year-old Michael Hurley is set to appear in district court at 12 p.m. CDT on four counts of aggravated assault, and one count each of driving impared and no drivers license. One of the aggravated assault charges will likely be amended to a charge of murder.

Hurley hit Nickerson school teacher and coach Trey Jones, his wife, current Assistant Superintendent Amy Jones and their two children who were standing on the sidewalk. Trey died last week of his injuries while both Ava and Amy were in critical condition. Another child was not seriously injured.

There is still some question on how this case will move through the Kentucky legal system. If Hurley is charged with murder, it will likely be heard in what is called commonwealth court which is a higher court in the state that handles serious felony cases. What happens to the other potential charges would be taken up then.

The count of murder was expected to be filed before Hurley's Thursday hearing.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657123638963.jpeg" alt="Michael Hurley-photo Louisville Police" />
 <figcaption>Michael Hurley-photo Louisville Police</figcaption>
 </figure>LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A hearing is set for Thursday for the man arrested for hitting four members of a Nickerson family, killing one and critically injuring two others.Court records show 33-year-old Michael Hurley is set to appear in district court at 12 p.m. CDT on four counts of aggravated assault, and one count each of driving impared and no drivers license. One of the aggravated assault charges will likely be amended to a charge of murder.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657310781672.jpeg" alt="Trey, Ava and Amy Jones" />
 <figcaption>Trey, Ava and Amy Jones</figcaption>
 </figure>Hurley hit Nickerson school teacher and coach Trey Jones, his wife, current Assistant Superintendent Amy Jones and their two children who were standing on the sidewalk. Trey died last week of his injuries while both Ava and Amy were in critical condition. Another child was not seriously injured.There is still some question on how this case will move through the Kentucky legal system. If Hurley is charged with murder, it will likely be heard in what is called commonwealth court which is a higher court in the state that handles serious felony cases. What happens to the other potential charges would be taken up then.The count of murder was expected to be filed before Hurley's Thursday hearing.&nbsp;

Suspect in fatal crash involving Kan. family due back in court

By SCOTT CARLSON North Platte Post

KEARNEY, Neb.-A former candidate for the United States Senate was arrested during the Nebraska GOP Convention in Kearney.

According to Kearney police, at around 10:55 a.m., on July 9, officers responded to a disturbance at the Younes Conference Center, 416 Talmadge Street.

Officers arrived and made contact with private security officers who were providing security for the event.

Security personnel informed officers that a man identified as Matthew Innis, 51, of Crete, had been previously barred from attending the event. Police said Innis approached the main entrance to the convention center and demanded entry.

Police said when he was refused entrance, Innis tackled a security officer to the ground, and off-duty police officers and other security personnel came to assist.&nbsp;

Following further investigation, police determined there was probable cause to arrest Innis on suspicion of 3rd-degree assault and 2nd-degree trespassing, both misdemeanors.

Innis was transported to the Buffalo County Detention Center where he was processed and released after posting bond. The case has been referred to the Buffalo County Attorney for the filing of formal charges.

Innis unsuccessfully ran for the United States Senate in 2020.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657705203403.png" alt="Innis unsuccessfully ran for the United States Senate in 2020.- photo&nbsp; Buffalo County Detention Center" />
 <figcaption>Innis unsuccessfully ran for the United States Senate in 2020.- photo&nbsp; Buffalo County Detention Center</figcaption>
 </figure>By SCOTT CARLSON North Platte PostKEARNEY, Neb.-A former candidate for the United States Senate was arrested during the Nebraska GOP Convention in Kearney.According to Kearney police, at around 10:55 a.m., on July 9, officers responded to a disturbance at the Younes Conference Center, 416 Talmadge Street.Officers arrived and made contact with private security officers who were providing security for the event.Security personnel informed officers that a man identified as Matthew Innis, 51, of Crete, had been previously barred from attending the event. Police said Innis approached the main entrance to the convention center and demanded entry.Police said when he was refused entrance, Innis tackled a security officer to the ground, and off-duty police officers and other security personnel came to assist.&nbsp;Following further investigation, police determined there was probable cause to arrest Innis on suspicion of 3rd-degree assault and 2nd-degree trespassing, both misdemeanors.Innis was transported to the Buffalo County Detention Center where he was processed and released after posting bond. The case has been referred to the Buffalo County Attorney for the filing of formal charges.Innis unsuccessfully ran for the United States Senate in 2020.

Former US Senate candidate arrested at GOP Convention

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal drug deal shooting and have made an arrest.

Just after 7:30p.m. Monday, deputies were sent to a shooting call near the intersection of 47th Street South and Clifton in Wichita, according to Lt. Benjamin Blick.

 The call location was quickly updated to the QuikTrip at 47th Street South and Hydraulic. When deputies arrived at the convenience store they found a 19-year-old later identified as Donovan Graves of Wichita, in a vehicle deceased from a gunshot wound. Two adult woman were with him.

Deputies were directed to a mobile home in the 5200 block of south Clifton where the shooting occurred. 

Deputies arrested 20-year-old Brian Youngman of Wichita at the mobile home and booked him on requested charges of first degree murder.

Investigators learned that Graves, 19-year-old Lanita Baugh and 20-year-old Myrashia Griffin drove to the 5200 Block of South Clifton for a drug transaction, according to Sheriff Jeff Easter. 

Graves attempted to rob a 17-year-old girl of marijuana, according to Easter. Youngman pulled a gun and shot Graves during the robbery.

The two women with Graves were also booked on requested charges of murder and aggravated robbery, according to Blick.&nbsp; Deputies also arrested the 17-year-old girl for marijuana possession with intent to sell, according to Easter. She and Graves knew each other.

Authorities will present the case to the Sedgwick County District Attorney on Friday, according to Easter.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657641940268.png" alt="Youngman-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Youngman-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal drug deal shooting and have made an arrest.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657634255367.png" alt="Deputies on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Deputies on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>Just after 7:30p.m. Monday, deputies were sent to a shooting call near the intersection of 47th Street South and Clifton in Wichita, according to Lt. Benjamin Blick. The call location was quickly updated to the QuikTrip at 47th Street South and Hydraulic. When deputies arrived at the convenience store they found a 19-year-old later identified as Donovan Graves of Wichita, in a vehicle deceased from a gunshot wound. Two adult woman were with him.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657636612949.png" alt="Griffin-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Griffin-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>Deputies were directed to a mobile home in the 5200 block of south Clifton where the shooting occurred. Deputies arrested 20-year-old Brian Youngman of Wichita at the mobile home and booked him on requested charges of first degree murder.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657636527733.png" alt="Baugh-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Baugh-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>Investigators learned that Graves, 19-year-old Lanita Baugh and 20-year-old Myrashia Griffin drove to the 5200 Block of South Clifton for a drug transaction, according to Sheriff Jeff Easter. Graves attempted to rob a 17-year-old girl of marijuana, according to Easter. Youngman pulled a gun and shot Graves during the robbery.The two women with Graves were also booked on requested charges of murder and aggravated robbery, according to Blick.&nbsp; Deputies also arrested the 17-year-old girl for marijuana possession with intent to sell, according to Easter. She and Graves knew each other.Authorities will present the case to the Sedgwick County District Attorney on Friday, according to Easter.

Kan. man killed during attempt to steal marijuana from teen

KANSAS CITY, KAN.– A Kansas man was sentenced to 12-years in prison for his role in an international drug trafficking ring, according to the United State's Attorney.

In April, Jovanny Medina, 24, of Kansas City, Kansas, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. 

According to court documents, Medina took part in a conspiracy to traffic illegal narcotics sourced from his family in Mexico throughout the Kansas City metro area. 

His primary role in the operation was to import and distribute multikilogram quantities of methamphetamine, collect drug debts, and transport bulk United States currency from Kansas City to Mexico.

“As long as drug smugglers infiltrate our borders and peddle poison into our communities, the Department of Justice will remain vigilant in arresting and prosecuting offenders with the deliberate

intention of dismantling these criminal enterprises,” said U.S. Attorney Duston Slinkard.

U.S. Attorney Slinkard commends the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for their collaborative investigation.

KANSAS CITY, KAN.– A Kansas man was sentenced to 12-years in prison for his role in an international drug trafficking ring, according to the United State's Attorney.In April, Jovanny Medina, 24, of Kansas City, Kansas, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. According to court documents, Medina took part in a conspiracy to traffic illegal narcotics sourced from his family in Mexico throughout the Kansas City metro area. His primary role in the operation was to import and distribute multikilogram quantities of methamphetamine, collect drug debts, and transport bulk United States currency from Kansas City to Mexico.“As long as drug smugglers infiltrate our borders and peddle poison into our communities, the Department of Justice will remain vigilant in arresting and prosecuting offenders with the deliberateintention of dismantling these criminal enterprises,” said U.S. Attorney Duston Slinkard.U.S. Attorney Slinkard commends the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for their collaborative investigation.

Kansas man admits distributing drugs from Mexico in KC area

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities investigating a July 4th weekend double murder have captured a third suspect.

On Tuesday, Sheriff deputies located and arrested 42-year-old Hieu Trong Luong in east Wichita, according to Sheriff's Lt. Benjamin Blick.

On July 8, authorities asked the public for help to locate Luong.&nbsp;

Two other suspects have already been charged. David Baeza, 42 of Wichita, is charged with two counts of voluntary manslaughter. Joseph Ponse, 43 of Wichita, is charged with attempted 1st degree murder.&nbsp;

Just after 5 a.m. July 3, sheriff's deputies were sent to a shooting call in the 4400 block of south Rock Road in rural Sedgwick County, according to Lt. Benjamin Blick.&nbsp;

At the scene, first responders found 42-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20076411">David Baeza</a>&nbsp;of Wichita on the side of the road suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Colonel Brian White with the sheriff's department. EMS transported Baeza to an area hospital for treatment and later arrested him.

During an additional search of the rural property, deputies found a man and woman deceased in the backyard of a residence the 4300 block of South Rock Road. They died from apparent gunshot wounds. The woman was later identified as 43-year-old Saren Negrete-Perez of California.&nbsp;

While processing the scene, investigators found 43-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18714449">Joseph Ponse Jr.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;of Wichita. Deputies booked him into the Sedgwick County jail.&nbsp; The victims did not live at the location where they were killed.&nbsp;

Ponse and Baeza remain jailed each on a bond of $500,000.&nbsp; They are due back in court on July 18, according to the district attorney's office.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657288018642.png" alt="Luong-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Luong-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities investigating a July 4th weekend double murder have captured a third suspect.On Tuesday, Sheriff deputies located and arrested 42-year-old Hieu Trong Luong in east Wichita, according to Sheriff's Lt. Benjamin Blick.On July 8, authorities asked the public for help to locate Luong.&nbsp;Two other suspects have already been charged. David Baeza, 42 of Wichita, is charged with two counts of voluntary manslaughter. Joseph Ponse, 43 of Wichita, is charged with attempted 1st degree murder.&nbsp;Just after 5 a.m. July 3, sheriff's deputies were sent to a shooting call in the 4400 block of south Rock Road in rural Sedgwick County, according to Lt. Benjamin Blick.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657051599579.png" alt="Ponse-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Ponse-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>At the scene, first responders found 42-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20076411">David Baeza</a>&nbsp;of Wichita on the side of the road suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Colonel Brian White with the sheriff's department. EMS transported Baeza to an area hospital for treatment and later arrested him.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1656781809875.png" alt="Portions of Rock Road were closed during the investigation-photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Portions of Rock Road were closed during the investigation-photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>During an additional search of the rural property, deputies found a man and woman deceased in the backyard of a residence the 4300 block of South Rock Road. They died from apparent gunshot wounds. The woman was later identified as 43-year-old Saren Negrete-Perez of California.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657051675461.png" alt="Baeza-photo Sedgwick County." />
 <figcaption>Baeza-photo Sedgwick County.</figcaption>
 </figure>While processing the scene, investigators found 43-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18714449">Joseph Ponse Jr.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;of Wichita. Deputies booked him into the Sedgwick County jail.&nbsp; The victims did not live at the location where they were killed.&nbsp;Ponse and Baeza remain jailed each on a bond of $500,000.&nbsp; They are due back in court on July 18, according to the district attorney's office.

Deputies capture 3rd suspect wanted for Kan. double murder 

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Two men arrested for their involvement in a July 4th weekend double murder made their first court appearance in the case July 8. The search for a third suspect continues.

David Baeza, 42 of Wichita, is charged with two counts of voluntary manslaughter. Joseph Ponse, 43 of Wichita, is charged with attempted 1st degree murder.&nbsp;

Police are asking the public’s assistance in locating  42-year-old Hieu Trong Luong in connection with the double murder. He is also known as Sunny.

Just after 5 a.m. Saturday, sheriff's deputies were sent to a shooting call in the 4400 block of south Rock Road in rural Sedgwick County, according to Lt. Benjamin Blick.&nbsp;

While processing the scene, investigators found 43-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18714449">Joseph Ponse Jr. </a>&nbsp;of Wichita. Deputies booked him into the Sedgwick County jail.&nbsp; The victims did not live at the location where they were killed.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657051599579.png" alt="Ponse-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Ponse-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Two men arrested for their involvement in a July 4th weekend double murder made their first court appearance in the case July 8. The search for a third suspect continues.David Baeza, 42 of Wichita, is charged with two counts of voluntary manslaughter. Joseph Ponse, 43 of Wichita, is charged with attempted 1st degree murder.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657288018642.png" alt="Luong-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Luong-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Police are asking the public’s assistance in locating 42-year-old Hieu Trong Luong in connection with the double murder. He is also known as Sunny.Just after 5 a.m. Saturday, sheriff's deputies were sent to a shooting call in the 4400 block of south Rock Road in rural Sedgwick County, according to Lt. Benjamin Blick.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1656781809875.png" alt="Rock Road was closed during the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Rock Road was closed during the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>At the scene, first responders found 42-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20076411">David Baeza</a>&nbsp;of Wichita on the side of the road suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Colonel Brian White with the sheriff's department. EMS transported Baeza to an area hospital for treatment and later arrested him.During an additional search of the rural property, deputies found a man and woman deceased in the backyard of a residence the 4300 block of South Rock Road. They died from apparent gunshot wounds. The woman was later identified as 43-year-old Saren Negrete-Perez of California.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657051675461.png" alt="Baeza-photo Sedgwick County." />
 <figcaption>Baeza-photo Sedgwick County.</figcaption>
 </figure>While processing the scene, investigators found 43-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18714449">Joseph Ponse Jr. </a>&nbsp;of Wichita. Deputies booked him into the Sedgwick County jail.&nbsp; The victims did not live at the location where they were killed.&nbsp;Ponse and Baeza remain jailed each on a bond of $500,000.&nbsp; They are due back in court on July 18, according to the district attorney's office.

2 charged, search for 3rd Kan. double murder suspect continues 

Editors note:&nbsp;Brian Michael Kendall was incorrectly identified as a suspect arrested in connection with this case.&nbsp; We apologize for the error.

JOHNSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect after an incident involving a weapon.

Just after 1a.m. Sunday police responded to an armed disturbance in the 9100 Block of Renner Road in Lenexa, according to Lenexa Police.

At the scene, officers learned a suspect forced his way into a home and fired a gun at someone in the residence.&nbsp; Nobody was injured and police took a suspect into custody.

The suspect was known to the residents at the home, according to police.

Editors note:&nbsp;Brian Michael Kendall was incorrectly identified as a suspect arrested in connection with this case.&nbsp; We apologize for the error.JOHNSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect after an incident involving a weapon.Just after 1a.m. Sunday police responded to an armed disturbance in the 9100 Block of Renner Road in Lenexa, according to Lenexa Police.At the scene, officers learned a suspect forced his way into a home and fired a gun at someone in the residence.&nbsp; Nobody was injured and police took a suspect into custody.The suspect was known to the residents at the home, according to police.

Correction: Man forced his way into Kansas home, fired a gun

CASS COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities looking for two people wanted in connection with the robbery of two puppies from a woman at a Harrisonville gas station have recovered the puppies.

Just after 4p.m. July 7, police responded to Sapp Bros,&nbsp;27603 SW Outer Road in Harrisonville in reference to a theft report, according to a social media report from police.

Police asked for help to locate Melanie and Donnell Mendez. Police believe they reside in the Kansas City, Kansas area. They are persons of interest in the theft of two American Pitbull pups.&nbsp; On Monday Lost and Found Pets of KC reported&nbsp; the two puppies were brought into the Wyandotte Plaza PetSmart and returned to their rightful owners. Police confirmed the dogs were reunited with the owners. Police have not reported an arrest or additional details.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657556561305.png" alt="Photo courtesy Lost and Found Pets of KC" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy Lost and Found Pets of KC</figcaption>
 </figure>CASS COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities looking for two people wanted in connection with the robbery of two puppies from a woman at a Harrisonville gas station have recovered the puppies.Just after 4p.m. July 7, police responded to Sapp Bros,&nbsp;27603 SW Outer Road in Harrisonville in reference to a theft report, according to a social media report from police.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657556520506.png" alt="Photo of Melanie and Donnell Mendez Harrisonville Police" />
 <figcaption>Photo of Melanie and Donnell Mendez Harrisonville Police</figcaption>
 </figure>Police asked for help to locate Melanie and Donnell Mendez. Police believe they reside in the Kansas City, Kansas area. They are persons of interest in the theft of two American Pitbull pups.&nbsp; On Monday Lost and Found Pets of KC reported&nbsp; the two puppies were brought into the Wyandotte Plaza PetSmart and returned to their rightful owners. Police confirmed the dogs were reunited with the owners. Police have not reported an arrest or additional details.

Police: Reported stolen puppies returned to owners at Kan. store

RILEY COUNTY— Authorities have made an arrested in connection with a house fire Sunday in Manhattan.

Investigators have determined the fire was intentional, according to Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Almes. Police arrested Mahbooba Babrakzai, 37, of Manhattan on requested charges that include four counts of aggravated arson.

 Babrakzai remains confined in the Riley County Jail on a total bond of $50,000.

Just before 4p.m. on Sunday, fire crews were dispatched to a fire at a home a 903 Thurston Street in Manhattan, according Almes.

As crews arrived, they found a 1-story duplex with heavy smoke showing from the front.&nbsp; One occupant received smoke inhalation but refused treatment by Riley County EMS on scene.&nbsp; Two lizards were rescued from 901 Thurston by firefighters.&nbsp;The fire was extinguished within 20 minutes. Four adults and one child were displaced from 901 Thurston Street and one adult was displaced from 903 Thurston Street.&nbsp;

Loss is estimated at $10,000 to contents and $50,000 to the structure.&nbsp;

RILEY COUNTY— Authorities are working to determine the cause of a house fire Sunday in Manhattan.

Just before 4p.m. on Sunday, fire crews were dispatched to a fire at a home a 903 Thurston Street in Manhattan, according to Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Almes.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657490821795.jpeg" alt="Duplex fire on Thurston in Manhattan- photo Manhattan Fire Department" />
 <figcaption>Duplex fire on Thurston in Manhattan- photo Manhattan Fire Department</figcaption>
 </figure>RILEY COUNTY— Authorities have made an arrested in connection with a house fire Sunday in Manhattan.Investigators have determined the fire was intentional, according to Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Almes. Police arrested Mahbooba Babrakzai, 37, of Manhattan on requested charges that include four counts of aggravated arson. Babrakzai remains confined in the Riley County Jail on a total bond of $50,000.Just before 4p.m. on Sunday, fire crews were dispatched to a fire at a home a 903 Thurston Street in Manhattan, according Almes.As crews arrived, they found a 1-story duplex with heavy smoke showing from the front.&nbsp; One occupant received smoke inhalation but refused treatment by Riley County EMS on scene.&nbsp; Two lizards were rescued from 901 Thurston by firefighters.&nbsp;The fire was extinguished within 20 minutes. Four adults and one child were displaced from 901 Thurston Street and one adult was displaced from 903 Thurston Street.&nbsp; Loss is estimated at $10,000 to contents and $50,000 to the structure.&nbsp; -------RILEY COUNTY— Authorities are working to determine the cause of a house fire Sunday in Manhattan.Just before 4p.m. on Sunday, fire crews were dispatched to a fire at a home a 903 Thurston Street in Manhattan, according to Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Almes.As crews arrived, they found a 1-story duplex with heavy smoke showing from the front.&nbsp; One occupant received smoke inhalation but refused treatment by Riley County EMS on scene.&nbsp; Two lizards were rescued from 901 Thurston by firefighters.&nbsp;The fire was extinguished within 20 minutes. Four adults and one child were displaced from 901 Thurston Street and one adult was displaced from 903 Thurston Street.&nbsp; Loss is estimated at $10,000 to contents and $50,000 to the structure.&nbsp;

Update: Fire that displaced 6 at Manhattan duplex intentionally set

KANSAS CITY — A Kansas City man pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to committing a hate crime by shooting a local teenager eight times in an attempted murder that was motivated by the victim’s sexual orientation, according to the United State's Attorney.

Malachi Robinson, 26, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Brian C. Wimes to one count of violating the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act. Robinson, who has been in federal custody since he was indicted by a federal grand jury on Aug. 10, 2021, will remain in federal detention until his sentencing hearing, which has not yet been scheduled.

By pleading guilty, Robinson admitted that he shot the victim, identified in court records as “M.S.,” approximately eight times with a Taurus 9mm pistol in an attempt to kill him because of his sexual orientation, causing life-threatening injuries.

“Violence against others, motivated by hatred of their sexual orientation, is unacceptable,” said U.S. Attorney Teresa Moore of the Western District of Missouri. “Such callous disregard for the life of a teenage victim, gravely wounded in a failed murder attempt, must be challenged by a commitment to protect the civil rights of all our citizens. When those rights are threatened, the Justice Department will act to hold the violators accountable.”

“As today’s plea indicates, any act of violence motivated by bias, hate or discrimination toward anyone is not only reprehensible but will not be tolerated by any law enforcement agency and is unwelcome in our country,” said Special Agent in Charge Charles Dayoub of the FBI’s Kansas City Field Office. “Every individual has the right to live without fear of being attacked or harassed regardless of their sexual orientation. The FBI is committed to protecting those rights and will aggressively investigate those who violate them.”

“This defendant is being held accountable for violently attempting to end the life of someone because of his sexual orientation,” said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division. “This attempted murder is a reminder that hate crimes against the LGBTQI+ community are real and must be confronted. Violent acts targeting people based on their sexual orientation are heinous crimes that have no place in our country. The Justice Department will continue to use our civil rights laws to pursue justice for survivors and others impacted by bias motivated crimes.”

According to the plea agreement, after a chance meeting at the Kansas City Public Library on May 29, 2019, Robinson and M.S. talked briefly over Facebook Messenger before leaving the library. Robinson then walked with M.S. in the Swope Park area under the guise of looking for a place to engage in a sex act. Around the same time, Robinson wrote separately to his girlfriend that he “might shoot this boy” because of his sexual orientation. When Robinson and M.S. ultimately entered a wooded area nearby, Robinson pulled out his pistol and fired repeatedly at M.S.

Robinson fled through the woods toward his apartment building, and continued to engage in attempts to avoid detection or arrest. Later that day, and in the days that followed, Robinson told others that he shot M.S. because of his sexual orientation.

Under federal statutes, Robinson is subject to a sentence of up to 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 U.S. Probation Office.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657306576039.png" alt="Robinson-photo Jackson County" />
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY — A Kansas City man pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to committing a hate crime by shooting a local teenager eight times in an attempted murder that was motivated by the victim’s sexual orientation, according to the United State's Attorney.Malachi Robinson, 26, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Brian C. Wimes to one count of violating the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act. Robinson, who has been in federal custody since he was indicted by a federal grand jury on Aug. 10, 2021, will remain in federal detention until his sentencing hearing, which has not yet been scheduled.By pleading guilty, Robinson admitted that he shot the victim, identified in court records as “M.S.,” approximately eight times with a Taurus 9mm pistol in an attempt to kill him because of his sexual orientation, causing life-threatening injuries.“Violence against others, motivated by hatred of their sexual orientation, is unacceptable,” said U.S. Attorney Teresa Moore of the Western District of Missouri. “Such callous disregard for the life of a teenage victim, gravely wounded in a failed murder attempt, must be challenged by a commitment to protect the civil rights of all our citizens. When those rights are threatened, the Justice Department will act to hold the violators accountable.”“As today’s plea indicates, any act of violence motivated by bias, hate or discrimination toward anyone is not only reprehensible but will not be tolerated by any law enforcement agency and is unwelcome in our country,” said Special Agent in Charge Charles Dayoub of the FBI’s Kansas City Field Office. “Every individual has the right to live without fear of being attacked or harassed regardless of their sexual orientation. The FBI is committed to protecting those rights and will aggressively investigate those who violate them.”“This defendant is being held accountable for violently attempting to end the life of someone because of his sexual orientation,” said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division. “This attempted murder is a reminder that hate crimes against the LGBTQI+ community are real and must be confronted. Violent acts targeting people based on their sexual orientation are heinous crimes that have no place in our country. The Justice Department will continue to use our civil rights laws to pursue justice for survivors and others impacted by bias motivated crimes.”According to the plea agreement, after a chance meeting at the Kansas City Public Library on May 29, 2019, Robinson and M.S. talked briefly over Facebook Messenger before leaving the library. Robinson then walked with M.S. in the Swope Park area under the guise of looking for a place to engage in a sex act. Around the same time, Robinson wrote separately to his girlfriend that he “might shoot this boy” because of his sexual orientation. When Robinson and M.S. ultimately entered a wooded area nearby, Robinson pulled out his pistol and fired repeatedly at M.S.Robinson fled through the woods toward his apartment building, and continued to engage in attempts to avoid detection or arrest. Later that day, and in the days that followed, Robinson told others that he shot M.S. because of his sexual orientation.Under federal statutes, Robinson is subject to a sentence of up to 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 U.S. Probation Office.

Hate crime: KC man admits shooting teen over sexual orientation

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man after an altercation after a vehicle crash.

Just after 6:30 p.m. Thursday, police responded to 1819 NE Burgess CT in Topeka on a possible hostage situation, according to Lt. Manual Munoz.

While in route to the call, officers were advised that a mobile home trailer at the address had been struck by a vehicle.

As a result of the investigation police arrested Jayden Robert Evans, 20, of Topeka and transported&nbsp; him to Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Child Endangerment, Criminal Threat, Felony Criminal Damage to Property

The investigation revealed that there was no actual hostage situation. Only minor injuries were reported at the scene, according to Munoz.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657385220907.png" alt="Evans-photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Evans-photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man after an altercation after a vehicle crash.Just after 6:30 p.m. Thursday, police responded to 1819 NE Burgess CT in Topeka on a possible hostage situation, according to Lt. Manual Munoz.While in route to the call, officers were advised that a mobile home trailer at the address had been struck by a vehicle.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657385135607.png" alt="View of the crash scene -photo courtesy WIBW TV" />
 <figcaption>View of the crash scene -photo courtesy WIBW TV</figcaption>
 </figure>As a result of the investigation police arrested Jayden Robert Evans, 20, of Topeka and transported&nbsp; him to Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Child Endangerment, Criminal Threat, Felony Criminal Damage to PropertyThe investigation revealed that there was no actual hostage situation. Only minor injuries were reported at the scene, according to Munoz.

Kan. man accused of assault after crash into mobile home

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities investigating a 4th of July weekend double murder in rural Kansas are asking the public’s assistance in locating&nbsp; 42-year-old Hieu Trong Luong. He is also known as Sunny, according to Sheriff's Lt. Benjamin Blick.

Just after 5 a.m. Saturday, sheriff's deputies were sent to a shooting call in the 4400 block of south Rock Road in rural Sedgwick County, according to Blick.&nbsp;

During an additional search of the rural property, deputies found a man and woman deceased in the backyard of a residence the 4300 block of South Rock Road. They died from apparent gunshot wounds. The woman was later identified as 43-year-old Saren Negrete-Perez of California.&nbsp; Authorities have not released the name of the man who died.

While processing the scene, investigators found 43-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18714449">Joseph Ponse Jr. </a>&nbsp;of Wichita. Deputies booked him into the Sedgwick County jail.

Investigators still have individuals they want to interview in connection with the case, according to White. "This was not a random act and drug activity is believed involved."&nbsp; The victims did not live at the location where they were killed.&nbsp;

Ponse and Baeza remain jailed each on a bond of $500,000.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657288018642.png" alt="Luong-photo Sedgwick Co." />
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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities investigating a 4th of July weekend double murder in rural Kansas are asking the public’s assistance in locating&nbsp; 42-year-old Hieu Trong Luong. He is also known as Sunny, according to Sheriff's Lt. Benjamin Blick.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1656781809875.png" alt="Rock Road was closed during the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Rock Road was closed during the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>Just after 5 a.m. Saturday, sheriff's deputies were sent to a shooting call in the 4400 block of south Rock Road in rural Sedgwick County, according to Blick.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657051675461.png" alt="Baeza-photo Sedgwick County." />
 <figcaption>Baeza-photo Sedgwick County.</figcaption>
 </figure>At the scene, first responders found 42-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20076411">David Baeza</a>&nbsp;of Wichita on the side of the road suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Colonel Brian White with the sheriff's department. EMS transported Baeza to an area hospital for treatment and later arrested him.During an additional search of the rural property, deputies found a man and woman deceased in the backyard of a residence the 4300 block of South Rock Road. They died from apparent gunshot wounds. The woman was later identified as 43-year-old Saren Negrete-Perez of California.&nbsp; Authorities have not released the name of the man who died.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657051599579.png" alt="Ponse-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Ponse-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>While processing the scene, investigators found 43-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18714449">Joseph Ponse Jr. </a>&nbsp;of Wichita. Deputies booked him into the Sedgwick County jail.Investigators still have individuals they want to interview in connection with the case, according to White. "This was not a random act and drug activity is believed involved."&nbsp; The victims did not live at the location where they were killed.&nbsp;Ponse and Baeza remain jailed each on a bond of $500,000.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Search continues for suspect in Kansas double murder

KANSAS CITY – A southwest Missouri man pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to kidnapping a Webb City, Mo., woman and threatening to kill her and her family unless she recanted her testimony in his state criminal case, according to the United State's Attorney.

Jeffrey Marsh, 34, of Oronogo, Mo., pleaded guilty before U.S. Chief Magistrate Judge David P. Rush to one count of conspiracy to commit kidnapping, one count of kidnapping, one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm, and one count of stalking.

Co-defendant Zaqouri Traves Archer, 33, of Joplin, pleaded guilty on July 21, 2021, to his role in the kidnapping conspiracy and to one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Marsh and Archer admitted they kidnapped a victim identified in court documents as “N.J.” and transported her across states lines from Kansas to Missouri.

N.J. was staying at a friend’s residence in Crawford County, Kan., because she was trying to hide from Marsh, her ex-boyfriend. Marsh was angry with her because she had reported him as a suspect when her Ruger handgun was stolen. Officers with the Oronogo Police Department had executed a search warrant on Marsh’s residence on Jan. 26, 2020. They located N.J.’s stolen firearm in Marsh’s bedroom, as well as other firearms, and stolen property. Marsh was charged with receiving stolen property and unlawful possession of a firearm in the Jasper County Circuit Court.

On Feb. 2, 2020, N.J. watched the Super Bowl at her friend’s residence and then walked out to her car to go to work. When she opened the front passenger door and placed her purse on the seat, Marsh grabbed her and told her to get into the vehicle. She began screaming and fell to the ground in an attempt to get her firearm out of her purse. She felt the barrel of a firearm placed against the back of her head, and Marsh told her to stop screaming or he would shoot her in the head. In the meantime, Archer – who, like Marsh, was dressed in all black – arrived. Archer had a Taser with him. N.J. was forced into the front passenger seat, with Marsh in the driver’s seat and Archer in the back passenger seat.&nbsp; Archer placed duct taped over N.J.’s eyes and face.

At one point as they were driving around and making several stops, Marsh shoved the barrel of his Kimber .45-caliber pistol in N.J.’s mouth and pulled the trigger. The gun made a click, but did not fire. After the click, Marsh chambered a round and shot it outside the vehicle towards a body of water. During the kidnapping, Marsh struck N.J. in her left jaw and told her she was going to recant her statements to the police.

Archer eventually left, and Marsh took N.J. to her apartment in Webb City in his vehicle. Marsh continued to threaten, abuse, and assault N.J.&nbsp; Marsh held N.J. at gunpoint in her apartment and she was unable to leave that night. Marsh &nbsp;told N.J. to recant her earlier statement or her, her kids, and her whole family would die. Marsh told N.J. that she needed to make his weapon charges go away or her kids would die. N.J. later told investigators that she felt in fear of the death of, or serious bodily injury to herself,

In the morning hours of Feb. 3, 2020, Marsh took N.J. back to her vehicle so she could go to the Oronogo Police Department to recant her statement.&nbsp; Once at the Oronogo Police Department, N.J. tried to recant her statement, but then disclosed her kidnapping.&nbsp; Later that day, the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department located N.J.’s firearm and Marsh’s firearm taped to the bottom of a dresser with duct tape.

Under federal law, it is illegal for anyone who has been convicted of a felony to be in possession of any firearm or ammunition. Marsh has two prior felony convictions for burglary, three prior felony convictions theft, and prior felony convictions for tampering with a motor vehicle, resisting an arrest, and possession of a controlled substance.

Under federal statutes, Marsh is subject to a sentence of up to 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.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657305892341.png" alt="Marsh admitted he and Archer kidnapped a victim identified in court documents as “N.J.” and transported her across states lines from Kansas to Missouri.-photo Greene County" />
 <figcaption>Marsh admitted he and Archer kidnapped a victim identified in court documents as “N.J.” and transported her across states lines from Kansas to Missouri.-photo Greene County</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY – A southwest Missouri man pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to kidnapping a Webb City, Mo., woman and threatening to kill her and her family unless she recanted her testimony in his state criminal case, according to the United State's Attorney.Jeffrey Marsh, 34, of Oronogo, Mo., pleaded guilty before U.S. Chief Magistrate Judge David P. Rush to one count of conspiracy to commit kidnapping, one count of kidnapping, one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm, and one count of stalking.Co-defendant Zaqouri Traves Archer, 33, of Joplin, pleaded guilty on July 21, 2021, to his role in the kidnapping conspiracy and to one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm.Marsh and Archer admitted they kidnapped a victim identified in court documents as “N.J.” and transported her across states lines from Kansas to Missouri.N.J. was staying at a friend’s residence in Crawford County, Kan., because she was trying to hide from Marsh, her ex-boyfriend. Marsh was angry with her because she had reported him as a suspect when her Ruger handgun was stolen. Officers with the Oronogo Police Department had executed a search warrant on Marsh’s residence on Jan. 26, 2020. They located N.J.’s stolen firearm in Marsh’s bedroom, as well as other firearms, and stolen property. Marsh was charged with receiving stolen property and unlawful possession of a firearm in the Jasper County Circuit Court.On Feb. 2, 2020, N.J. watched the Super Bowl at her friend’s residence and then walked out to her car to go to work. When she opened the front passenger door and placed her purse on the seat, Marsh grabbed her and told her to get into the vehicle. She began screaming and fell to the ground in an attempt to get her firearm out of her purse. She felt the barrel of a firearm placed against the back of her head, and Marsh told her to stop screaming or he would shoot her in the head. In the meantime, Archer – who, like Marsh, was dressed in all black – arrived. Archer had a Taser with him. N.J. was forced into the front passenger seat, with Marsh in the driver’s seat and Archer in the back passenger seat.&nbsp; Archer placed duct taped over N.J.’s eyes and face.At one point as they were driving around and making several stops, Marsh shoved the barrel of his Kimber .45-caliber pistol in N.J.’s mouth and pulled the trigger. The gun made a click, but did not fire. After the click, Marsh chambered a round and shot it outside the vehicle towards a body of water. During the kidnapping, Marsh struck N.J. in her left jaw and told her she was going to recant her statements to the police.Archer eventually left, and Marsh took N.J. to her apartment in Webb City in his vehicle. Marsh continued to threaten, abuse, and assault N.J.&nbsp; Marsh held N.J. at gunpoint in her apartment and she was unable to leave that night. Marsh &nbsp;told N.J. to recant her earlier statement or her, her kids, and her whole family would die. Marsh told N.J. that she needed to make his weapon charges go away or her kids would die. N.J. later told investigators that she felt in fear of the death of, or serious bodily injury to herself,In the morning hours of Feb. 3, 2020, Marsh took N.J. back to her vehicle so she could go to the Oronogo Police Department to recant her statement.&nbsp; Once at the Oronogo Police Department, N.J. tried to recant her statement, but then disclosed her kidnapping.&nbsp; Later that day, the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department located N.J.’s firearm and Marsh’s firearm taped to the bottom of a dresser with duct tape.Under federal law, it is illegal for anyone who has been convicted of a felony to be in possession of any firearm or ammunition. Marsh has two prior felony convictions for burglary, three prior felony convictions theft, and prior felony convictions for tampering with a motor vehicle, resisting an arrest, and possession of a controlled substance.Under federal statutes, Marsh is subject to a sentence of up to 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.

Man admits kidnapping woman in Kansas, threatening family

ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a wanted suspect on multiple charges after an arrest.

On July 8, police arrested Nathaniel L. Burnett, Jr., 67, Atchison, on a District Court warrant for battery and attempted buying sexual relations, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.&nbsp;

On June 24, police issued Burnett a notice to appear in court for driving while revoked, no license tag, and no proof of insurance at 10th and U.S.59. He is being held without bond, according to online jail records.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657307671649.png" alt="Burnett-photo Atchison Co." />
 <figcaption>Burnett-photo Atchison Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a wanted suspect on multiple charges after an arrest.On July 8, police arrested Nathaniel L. Burnett, Jr., 67, Atchison, on a District Court warrant for battery and attempted buying sexual relations, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.&nbsp;On June 24, police issued Burnett a notice to appear in court for driving while revoked, no license tag, and no proof of insurance at 10th and U.S.59. He is being held without bond, according to online jail records.

Kan. man jailed for alleged battery, attempt to buy sexual relations

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

Just after 4p.m. July 5, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a home invasion in the 6100 block of SW 40th Terrace, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

During the incident, a victim was battered and restrained and items were stolen. The investigation led deputies to a residence in the 3600 block of SE 6th Street in Topeka.

After a search warrant was granted, investigators found several of the stolen items were located inside the residence. Deputies arrested 26-year-old Charles T. Higgins and 23-year-old&nbsp; Kayley C. McDaniel both of Topeka.

The are being held on requested charges of&nbsp;of aggravated kidnapping,, aggravated robbery, aggravated assault, aggravated burglary, aggravated battery, theft, criminal damage to property, and conspiracy.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657308684180.png" alt="Higgins-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Higgins-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a violent home invasion robbery and have made an arrest.Just after 4p.m. July 5, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a home invasion in the 6100 block of SW 40th Terrace, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.During the incident, a victim was battered and restrained and items were stolen. The investigation led deputies to a residence in the 3600 block of SE 6th Street in Topeka.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657308736245.png" alt="McDaniel-photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>McDaniel-photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>After a search warrant was granted, investigators found several of the stolen items were located inside the residence. Deputies arrested 26-year-old Charles T. Higgins and 23-year-old&nbsp; Kayley C. McDaniel both of Topeka.The are being held on requested charges of&nbsp;of aggravated kidnapping,, aggravated robbery, aggravated assault, aggravated burglary, aggravated battery, theft, criminal damage to property, and conspiracy.

Suspects accused of violent Kan. home-invasion robbery

JEFFERSON COUNTY, KY. — The father of four family members from Nickerson, Kansas hit by an alleged impaired driver in Louisville, Kentucky, earlier this week has died.

The Jefferson County Coroner's Office says Trey Jones, teacher and track coach at Nickerson USD 309, succumbed to his injuries Thursday night.

Jones, his wife Amy, and daughter Ava, along with the family’s youngest child were all hit by a motorist who drove up onto the sidewalk in the downtown area of Louisville Tuesday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ava, who just signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Iowa, was improving, according to&nbsp;Nickerson USD 309 Superintendent Curtis Nightingale.&nbsp; Ava's team, Wheat State Elite, is playing in the&nbsp;<a href="https://run4theroses.com/">Run 4 The Roses</a>&nbsp;club basketball tournament in Louisville.

A candlelight vigil will be held at the Nickerson High School football stadium on Sunday at 9 p.m. A&nbsp;fund has been set up at Peoples Bank and Trust to help with the family’s expenses. Donations can be made at the bank to the Jones Family Fund.

Police arrested the suspect, 33-year-old Michael Hurley of Lexington, Indiana. Hurley admitted he had just taken Oxycodone before the accident and failed a field test for narcotics at the scene. According to the Jefferson County Commonwealth Attorney's Office, Hurley is now facing an amended charge of murder.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657310781672.jpeg" alt="Trey, daughter Ava and Amy Jones-courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Trey, daughter Ava and Amy Jones-courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>JEFFERSON COUNTY, KY. — The father of four family members from Nickerson, Kansas hit by an alleged impaired driver in Louisville, Kentucky, earlier this week has died.The Jefferson County Coroner's Office says Trey Jones, teacher and track coach at Nickerson USD 309, succumbed to his injuries Thursday night.Jones, his wife Amy, and daughter Ava, along with the family’s youngest child were all hit by a motorist who drove up onto the sidewalk in the downtown area of Louisville Tuesday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ava, who just signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Iowa, was improving, according to&nbsp;Nickerson USD 309 Superintendent Curtis Nightingale.&nbsp; Ava's team, Wheat State Elite, is playing in the&nbsp;<a href="https://run4theroses.com/">Run 4 The Roses</a>&nbsp;club basketball tournament in Louisville.A candlelight vigil will be held at the Nickerson High School football stadium on Sunday at 9 p.m. A&nbsp;fund has been set up at Peoples Bank and Trust to help with the family’s expenses. Donations can be made at the bank to the Jones Family Fund.Police arrested the suspect, 33-year-old Michael Hurley of Lexington, Indiana. Hurley admitted he had just taken Oxycodone before the accident and failed a field test for narcotics at the scene. According to the Jefferson County Commonwealth Attorney's Office, Hurley is now facing an amended charge of murder.

Father of Kansas family struck by car in Kentucky dies

KIOWA COUNTY–The Kansas Bureau of Investigation arrested Sheriff's Deputy Ryan Davis in Greensburg, Kansas on Friday, according to a media release from the agency.

On August 30, the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office requested the KBI investigate allegations of domestic violence and child abuse. Davis is a part-time deputy for the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office and full-time deputy for the Ford County Sheriff’s Office.

Just before 2p.m. Friday., KBI agents arrested Davis of Grand Island, Nebraska. He voluntarily surrendered himself at the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office. He was arrested on requested charges of aggravated endangering a child and two counts of domestic battery. Davis is being held in Kiowa County Jail, according to the KBI.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657312093841.png" alt="Davis-photo Kiowa County" />
 <figcaption>Davis-photo Kiowa County</figcaption>
 </figure>KIOWA COUNTY–The Kansas Bureau of Investigation arrested Sheriff's Deputy Ryan Davis in Greensburg, Kansas on Friday, according to a media release from the agency.On August 30, the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office requested the KBI investigate allegations of domestic violence and child abuse. Davis is a part-time deputy for the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office and full-time deputy for the Ford County Sheriff’s Office.Just before 2p.m. Friday., KBI agents arrested Davis of Grand Island, Nebraska. He voluntarily surrendered himself at the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office. He was arrested on requested charges of aggravated endangering a child and two counts of domestic battery. Davis is being held in Kiowa County Jail, according to the KBI.

KBI: Sheriff's deputy accused of domestic violence, child abuse

KANSAS CITY (AP) — Patients and staff were evacuated Friday from a western Missouri hospital following a report of an armed man there, but authorities said no shots were fired and no one was injured.

Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the report at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg around 9 a.m., Missouri State Highway Patrol Sgt. Andrew Bell said. Ambulances were at the ready. But just a couple of hours later, Bell gave the all-clear.

“It was never an active shooter,” he said. “We don’t have any reason to believe there is an active threat.”

The Missouri State Highway Patrol said officers later arrested and jailed a man possibly connected to events at the hospital, though it did not explain how he was involved and said he was not even near the facility.

The state patrol first tweeted that it was investigating a report of an armed man at the medical center at 9:03 a.m. The facility tweeted at 9:18 a.m. that the active shooter report came from the medical center’s main building. The medical center has about 50 beds.

“Police on site, and staff and patients being evacuated now,” the hospital tweeted. “This is not a drill.”

The nation has been on edge because of gun violence. Only four days earlier, a gunman&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/chicago-july-4-parade-shooting-92b50feb80c19afe7842b9caf08545cb">opened fire during a July Fourth parade</a>&nbsp;in a Chicago suburb, killing at least seven people and wounding more than 30. It was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/mass-shootings-america-list-901b8663c97acbdde2b0bdba51a86b50">the latest high-profile mass shooting,</a>&nbsp;following attacks at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, and a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, in June.

The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/tulsa-oklahoma-shootings-2183a9c1d41085a0fb82b9bae9924db7">vulnerability of health care facilities</a>&nbsp;was highlighted June 1 when&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/tulsa-oklahoma-texas-school-shootings-61bba0dcf04e2f8dbc34ec4ee7fd02b0">a gunman killed four people and himself</a>&nbsp;at a hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The assailant entered the Saint Francis Hospital with little trouble, just hours after buying an AR-style rifle, authorities said.

The Warrensburg hospital's spokesperson has not returned a telephone message seeking comment Friday.

The town of Warrensburg has a population of about 20,000 people, and is 60 miles southeast of Kansas City, Missouri.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657303270996.png" alt="The Missouri State Highway Patrol said officers later arrested and jailed a man possibly connected to events at the hospital, though it did not explain how he was involved and said he was not even near the facility-photo courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>The Missouri State Highway Patrol said officers later arrested and jailed a man possibly connected to events at the hospital, though it did not explain how he was involved and said he was not even near the facility-photo courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — Patients and staff were evacuated Friday from a western Missouri hospital following a report of an armed man there, but authorities said no shots were fired and no one was injured.Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the report at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg around 9 a.m., Missouri State Highway Patrol Sgt. Andrew Bell said. Ambulances were at the ready. But just a couple of hours later, Bell gave the all-clear.“It was never an active shooter,” he said. “We don’t have any reason to believe there is an active threat.”The Missouri State Highway Patrol said officers later arrested and jailed a man possibly connected to events at the hospital, though it did not explain how he was involved and said he was not even near the facility.The state patrol first tweeted that it was investigating a report of an armed man at the medical center at 9:03 a.m. The facility tweeted at 9:18 a.m. that the active shooter report came from the medical center’s main building. The medical center has about 50 beds.“Police on site, and staff and patients being evacuated now,” the hospital tweeted. “This is not a drill.”The nation has been on edge because of gun violence. Only four days earlier, a gunman&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/chicago-july-4-parade-shooting-92b50feb80c19afe7842b9caf08545cb">opened fire during a July Fourth parade</a>&nbsp;in a Chicago suburb, killing at least seven people and wounding more than 30. It was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/mass-shootings-america-list-901b8663c97acbdde2b0bdba51a86b50">the latest high-profile mass shooting,</a>&nbsp;following attacks at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, and a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, in June.The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/tulsa-oklahoma-shootings-2183a9c1d41085a0fb82b9bae9924db7">vulnerability of health care facilities</a>&nbsp;was highlighted June 1 when&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/tulsa-oklahoma-texas-school-shootings-61bba0dcf04e2f8dbc34ec4ee7fd02b0">a gunman killed four people and himself</a>&nbsp;at a hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The assailant entered the Saint Francis Hospital with little trouble, just hours after buying an AR-style rifle, authorities said.The Warrensburg hospital's spokesperson has not returned a telephone message seeking comment Friday.The town of Warrensburg has a population of about 20,000 people, and is 60 miles southeast of Kansas City, Missouri.

Patrol: No shots, no injuries at evacuated KC-area hospital

Sheriff asks for help to locate suspect in Kansas double murder

HERINGTON—Law enforcement authorities investigating a drive-by shooting in Herington have made an arrest.

On Wednesday,&nbsp; police were dispatched to a reported shooting at the intersection of S. B Street and Day Street in Herington, according to a media release.

 The suspect has been identified as 26-year-old Travis Richardson of Abilene, confronted another subject that was walking at the intersection following a confrontation at a nearby residence. 

Richardson produced a semi-automatic pistol and fired fourteen times at the victim before fleeing the scene. According to online jail records, Richardson is being held on requested charges that include&nbsp;Criminal damage to property; Without consent value $1000 to $25,000,&nbsp;Criminal discharge of firearm; Public road/public right of way/railroad,&nbsp;Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied dwelling, attempted&nbsp;Murder in the 2nd degree; Intentional.

No one was hurt as a result of the shooting, although some personal property was damaged by the rounds fired in the area.&nbsp;

Police have not released details on the arrest.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657278156529.png" alt="Richardson photo Dickinson County." />
 <figcaption>Richardson photo Dickinson County.</figcaption>
 </figure>HERINGTON—Law enforcement authorities investigating a drive-by shooting in Herington have made an arrest.On Wednesday,&nbsp; police were dispatched to a reported shooting at the intersection of S. B Street and Day Street in Herington, according to a media release. The suspect has been identified as 26-year-old Travis Richardson of Abilene, confronted another subject that was walking at the intersection following a confrontation at a nearby residence. Richardson produced a semi-automatic pistol and fired fourteen times at the victim before fleeing the scene. According to online jail records, Richardson is being held on requested charges that include&nbsp;Criminal damage to property; Without consent value $1000 to $25,000,&nbsp;Criminal discharge of firearm; Public road/public right of way/railroad,&nbsp;Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied dwelling, attempted&nbsp;Murder in the 2nd degree; Intentional.No one was hurt as a result of the shooting, although some personal property was damaged by the rounds fired in the area.&nbsp;Police have not released details on the arrest.

Police arrest suspect in Herington drive-by shooting

NARA, Japan (AP) — Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, a divisive arch-conservative and one of his nation's most powerful and influential figures, has died after being shot during a campaign speech Friday in western Japan, hospital officials said.

Abe, 67, was shot from behind minutes after he started his speech in Nara. He was airlifted to a hospital for emergency treatment but was not breathing and his heart had stopped. He was later pronounced dead despite emergency treatment that included massive blood transfusions, hospital officials said.

Police arrested the suspected gunman at the scene of an attack that shocked many in Japan, which is one of the world’s safest nations and has some of the strictest gun control laws anywhere.

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his Cabinet ministers hastily returned to Tokyo from campaign events around the country after the shooting, which he called “dastardly and barbaric."

Nara Medical University emergency department chief Hidetada Fukushima said Abe suffered major damage to his heart in addition to two neck wounds that damaged an artery, causing extensive bleeding. He was in a state of cardio and pulmonary arrest when he arrived at the hospital and never regained his vital signs, Fukushima said.

Abe was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/japan-shinzo-abe-timeline-3bff720a48b60b4c8907b8e71bcf41e8">Japan’s longest-serving leader</a>&nbsp;before stepping down in 2020.

Public television NHK aired a dramatic video of Abe giving a speech outside a train station in the western city of Nara. He is standing, dressed in a navy blue suit, raising his fist, when two gunshots are heard. The video then shows Abe collapsed on the street, with security guards running toward him. He holds his chest, his shirt smeared with blood.

In the next moment, security guards leap on top of a man in gray shirt who lies face down on the pavement. A double-barreled device that appeared to be a handmade gun is seen on the ground.

Nara prefectural police confirmed the arrest of Tetsuya Yamagami, 41, on suspicion of attempted murder. NHK reported that the suspect served in the Maritime Self-Defense Force for three years in the 2000s.

Other videos from the scene showed campaign officials surrounding Abe. The former leader was still highly influential in the governing Liberal Democratic Party and headed its largest faction, Seiwakai.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/technology-elections-japan-tokyo-parliamentary-d58bd38e1ad061d0a4e9447cca220797">Elections for Japan's upper house</a>, the less powerful chamber of its parliament, are Sunday.

“I use the harshest words to condemn (the act),” Kishida said as he struggled to control his emotions. He said the government planned to review the security situation, but added that Abe had the highest protection.

Opposition leaders condemned the attack as a challenge to Japan’s democracy. In Tokyo, people stopped on the street to grab extra editions of newspapers or watch TV coverage of the shooting.

When he resigned as prime minister, Abe said he had a recurrence of the ulcerative colitis he'd had since he was a teenager.

He told reporters at the time that it was “gut wrenching” to leave many of his goals unfinished. He spoke of his failure to resolve the issue of Japanese abducted years ago by North Korea, a territorial dispute with Russia and a revision of Japan’s war-renouncing constitution.

That last goal was a big reason he was such a divisive figure.

His ultra-nationalism riled the Koreas and China, and his push to create what he saw as a more normal defense posture angered many Japanese. Abe failed to achieve his cherished goal of formally rewriting the U.S.-drafted pacifist constitution because of poor public support.

Loyalists said that his legacy was a stronger U.S.-Japan relationship that was meant to bolster Japan’s defense capability. But Abe made enemies by forcing his defense goals and other contentious issues through parliament, despite strong public opposition.

Abe was a political blue blood who was groomed to follow in the footsteps of his grandfather, former Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi. His political rhetoric often focused on making Japan a “normal” and “beautiful” nation with a stronger military and bigger role in international affairs.

Many&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/shinzo-abe-shooting-world-leaders-react-e163d6212ab8a76ff88ac66a7287172c">foreign officials</a>&nbsp;expressed shock over the shooting.

Abe said he was proud of working while leader for a stronger Japan-U.S. security alliance and shepherding the first visit by a serving U.S. president to the atom-bombed city of Hiroshima. He also helped Tokyo gain the right to host the 2020 Olympics by pledging that a disaster at the Fukushima nuclear plant was “under control” when it was not.

Abe became Japan’s youngest prime minister in 2006, at age 52, but his overly nationalistic first stint abruptly ended a year later, also because of his health.

The end of Abe’s scandal-laden first stint as prime minister was the beginning of six years of annual leadership change, remembered as an era of “revolving door” politics that lacked stability and long-term policies.

When he returned to office in 2012, Abe vowed to revitalize the nation and get its economy out of its deflationary doldrums with his “Abenomics” formula, which combines fiscal stimulus, monetary easing and structural reforms.

He won six national elections and built a rock-solid grip on power, bolstering Japan’s defense role and capability and its security alliance with the U.S. He also stepped up patriotic education at schools and raised Japan’s international profile.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657275025381.png" alt="Shinzo Abe during a 2019 meeting with President Donald Trump -photo courtesy CSPAN" />
 <figcaption>Shinzo Abe during a 2019 meeting with President Donald Trump -photo courtesy CSPAN</figcaption>
 </figure>NARA, Japan (AP) — Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, a divisive arch-conservative and one of his nation's most powerful and influential figures, has died after being shot during a campaign speech Friday in western Japan, hospital officials said.Abe, 67, was shot from behind minutes after he started his speech in Nara. He was airlifted to a hospital for emergency treatment but was not breathing and his heart had stopped. He was later pronounced dead despite emergency treatment that included massive blood transfusions, hospital officials said.Police arrested the suspected gunman at the scene of an attack that shocked many in Japan, which is one of the world’s safest nations and has some of the strictest gun control laws anywhere.Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his Cabinet ministers hastily returned to Tokyo from campaign events around the country after the shooting, which he called “dastardly and barbaric."Nara Medical University emergency department chief Hidetada Fukushima said Abe suffered major damage to his heart in addition to two neck wounds that damaged an artery, causing extensive bleeding. He was in a state of cardio and pulmonary arrest when he arrived at the hospital and never regained his vital signs, Fukushima said.Abe was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/japan-shinzo-abe-timeline-3bff720a48b60b4c8907b8e71bcf41e8">Japan’s longest-serving leader</a>&nbsp;before stepping down in 2020.Public television NHK aired a dramatic video of Abe giving a speech outside a train station in the western city of Nara. He is standing, dressed in a navy blue suit, raising his fist, when two gunshots are heard. The video then shows Abe collapsed on the street, with security guards running toward him. He holds his chest, his shirt smeared with blood.In the next moment, security guards leap on top of a man in gray shirt who lies face down on the pavement. A double-barreled device that appeared to be a handmade gun is seen on the ground.Nara prefectural police confirmed the arrest of Tetsuya Yamagami, 41, on suspicion of attempted murder. NHK reported that the suspect served in the Maritime Self-Defense Force for three years in the 2000s.Other videos from the scene showed campaign officials surrounding Abe. The former leader was still highly influential in the governing Liberal Democratic Party and headed its largest faction, Seiwakai.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/technology-elections-japan-tokyo-parliamentary-d58bd38e1ad061d0a4e9447cca220797">Elections for Japan's upper house</a>, the less powerful chamber of its parliament, are Sunday.“I use the harshest words to condemn (the act),” Kishida said as he struggled to control his emotions. He said the government planned to review the security situation, but added that Abe had the highest protection.Opposition leaders condemned the attack as a challenge to Japan’s democracy. In Tokyo, people stopped on the street to grab extra editions of newspapers or watch TV coverage of the shooting.When he resigned as prime minister, Abe said he had a recurrence of the ulcerative colitis he'd had since he was a teenager.He told reporters at the time that it was “gut wrenching” to leave many of his goals unfinished. He spoke of his failure to resolve the issue of Japanese abducted years ago by North Korea, a territorial dispute with Russia and a revision of Japan’s war-renouncing constitution.That last goal was a big reason he was such a divisive figure.His ultra-nationalism riled the Koreas and China, and his push to create what he saw as a more normal defense posture angered many Japanese. Abe failed to achieve his cherished goal of formally rewriting the U.S.-drafted pacifist constitution because of poor public support.Loyalists said that his legacy was a stronger U.S.-Japan relationship that was meant to bolster Japan’s defense capability. But Abe made enemies by forcing his defense goals and other contentious issues through parliament, despite strong public opposition.Abe was a political blue blood who was groomed to follow in the footsteps of his grandfather, former Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi. His political rhetoric often focused on making Japan a “normal” and “beautiful” nation with a stronger military and bigger role in international affairs.Many&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/shinzo-abe-shooting-world-leaders-react-e163d6212ab8a76ff88ac66a7287172c">foreign officials</a>&nbsp;expressed shock over the shooting.Abe said he was proud of working while leader for a stronger Japan-U.S. security alliance and shepherding the first visit by a serving U.S. president to the atom-bombed city of Hiroshima. He also helped Tokyo gain the right to host the 2020 Olympics by pledging that a disaster at the Fukushima nuclear plant was “under control” when it was not.Abe became Japan’s youngest prime minister in 2006, at age 52, but his overly nationalistic first stint abruptly ended a year later, also because of his health.The end of Abe’s scandal-laden first stint as prime minister was the beginning of six years of annual leadership change, remembered as an era of “revolving door” politics that lacked stability and long-term policies.When he returned to office in 2012, Abe vowed to revitalize the nation and get its economy out of its deflationary doldrums with his “Abenomics” formula, which combines fiscal stimulus, monetary easing and structural reforms.He won six national elections and built a rock-solid grip on power, bolstering Japan’s defense role and capability and its security alliance with the U.S. He also stepped up patriotic education at schools and raised Japan’s international profile.

Assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister stuns world leaders

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man for the alleged attempted murder of his mother.

Just after 6:30p.m. Wednesday, the Shawnee County Emergency Communication Center received information that a 63-year-old woman had arrived at a local hospital with serious injuries to her face, head, and hands, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

 Investigators learned that the 63-year-old woman was attacked by her&nbsp; son identified as 41-year-old Preston Price&nbsp; in her own home in the 1100 block of NE 35th Street in Topeka.

The 63-year-old female was able to escape the scene and drive herself to a local hospital. She is currently being treated in a Kansas City hospital for extensive injuries suffered during the attack.

Deputies arrested Preston L. Price of Topeka and booked him on a requested charge of attempted murder in the 1st degree, according to Christian.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657221582560.png" alt="Price-photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Price-photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man for the alleged attempted murder of his mother.Just after 6:30p.m. Wednesday, the Shawnee County Emergency Communication Center received information that a 63-year-old woman had arrived at a local hospital with serious injuries to her face, head, and hands, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. Investigators learned that the 63-year-old woman was attacked by her&nbsp; son identified as 41-year-old Preston Price&nbsp; in her own home in the 1100 block of NE 35th Street in Topeka.The 63-year-old female was able to escape the scene and drive herself to a local hospital. She is currently being treated in a Kansas City hospital for extensive injuries suffered during the attack.Deputies arrested Preston L. Price of Topeka and booked him on a requested charge of attempted murder in the 1st degree, according to Christian.

Kan. woman hospitalized after violent attack by her son

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a weekend double murder have identified one of the victims as 43-year-old Saren Negrete-Perez of California, according to Lt. Benjamin Blick. The sheriff's office has not released the name of the male victim.

At the scene, first responders found 42-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20076411">David Baeza</a>&nbsp;of Wichita on the side of the road suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Colonel Brian White with the sheriff's department. EMS transported Baeza to an area hospital for treatment.

During an additional search of the rural property, deputies found a man andNegrete-Perez deceased in the backyard of a residence the 4300 block of South Rock Road. They died from apparent gunshot wounds.&nbsp; The victims did not live at this location, according to White.

While processing the scene, investigators found 43-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18714449">Joseph Ponse Jr. </a>&nbsp;of Wichita. Deputies booked him on requested charges of first degree murder and a Kansas Department of Corrections arrest and detain order, according to White.

After he was released from the hospital and interviewed, deputies booked<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20076411">&nbsp;Baeza</a>&nbsp;on requested charges of first-degree murder.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1656781809875.png" alt="Rock Road was closed during the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Rock Road was closed during the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a weekend double murder have identified one of the victims as 43-year-old Saren Negrete-Perez of California, according to Lt. Benjamin Blick. The sheriff's office has not released the name of the male victim.Just after 5 a.m. Saturday, sheriff's deputies were sent to a shooting call in the 4400 block of south Rock Road in rural Sedgwick County, according to Blick.&nbsp;At the scene, first responders found 42-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20076411">David Baeza</a>&nbsp;of Wichita on the side of the road suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Colonel Brian White with the sheriff's department. EMS transported Baeza to an area hospital for treatment.During an additional search of the rural property, deputies found a man andNegrete-Perez deceased in the backyard of a residence the 4300 block of South Rock Road. They died from apparent gunshot wounds.&nbsp; The victims did not live at this location, according to White.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657051675461.png" alt="Baeza-photo Sedgwick County." />
 <figcaption>Baeza-photo Sedgwick County.</figcaption>
 </figure>While processing the scene, investigators found 43-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18714449">Joseph Ponse Jr. </a>&nbsp;of Wichita. Deputies booked him on requested charges of first degree murder and a Kansas Department of Corrections arrest and detain order, according to White.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1657051599579.png" alt="Ponse-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Ponse-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>After he was released from the hospital and interviewed, deputies booked<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20076411">&nbsp;Baeza</a>&nbsp;on requested charges of first-degree murder. Investigators still have individuals they want to interview in connection with the case, according to White. "This was not a random act and drug activity is believed involved."&nbsp;