SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of business robberies and offering a reward of up to $2500 for information that leads to an arrest, according to a media release from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Just before 9p.m. August 8, the Dollar General at 1920 SW 10th Street in Topeka was robbed at gunpoint. The suspect entered the business with a gun and demanded money from the clerks. The suspect is described as light skinned, 5-foot-8 to 5-foot-10 inches tall and approximately 150 pounds.

At 12:21 a.m. on August 15, a suspect described as a medium to light skinned African American male, 5-foot-8 to 5-foot-11 and 175 pounds, entered the KWIK shop at&nbsp; 102 SW 37th in Topeka. The suspect demanded money and assaulted the clerk.

The suspect took cash from each robbery and left the business on foot.

There were several patrons in the business at the time of the KWIK shop robbery, according to the FBI. They fled after the robbery. Police would like to speak to them or anyone else who may have information in the case.&nbsp;Call 816-512-8200&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629456154328.png" alt="Suspect in a pair of armed robberies -photo FBI" />
 <figcaption>Suspect in a pair of armed robberies -photo FBI</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of business robberies and offering a reward of up to $2500 for information that leads to an arrest, according to a media release from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.Just before 9p.m. August 8, the Dollar General at 1920 SW 10th Street in Topeka was robbed at gunpoint. The suspect entered the business with a gun and demanded money from the clerks. The suspect is described as light skinned, 5-foot-8 to 5-foot-10 inches tall and approximately 150 pounds.At 12:21 a.m. on August 15, a suspect described as a medium to light skinned African American male, 5-foot-8 to 5-foot-11 and 175 pounds, entered the KWIK shop at&nbsp; 102 SW 37th in Topeka. The suspect demanded money and assaulted the clerk.The suspect took cash from each robbery and left the business on foot.There were several patrons in the business at the time of the KWIK shop robbery, according to the FBI. They fled after the robbery. Police would like to speak to them or anyone else who may have information in the case.&nbsp;Call 816-512-8200&nbsp;

 Reward offered for information in series of Kan. armed robberies

BARTON—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas teen on drug charges.

Just before 8p.m. Tuesday, an officer with the Great Bend Police Department made a traffic stop on a 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo in the 1900 block of Odell in Great Bend for a traffic violation, according to a media release.

The Barton County Sheriff's Office K-9 "Maxx" was requested to respond. Maxx indicated to the presence of an illegal drug coming from the vehicle. A large amount of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and marijuana were located in the vehicle. 

Braden Holley, age 18, was arrested and booked at the Barton County Detention Center in lieu of a $300,000 bond. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629392015430.png" alt="Braden Holley photo Barton Co." />
 <figcaption>Braden Holley photo Barton Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>BARTON—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas teen on drug charges.Just before 8p.m. Tuesday, an officer with the Great Bend Police Department made a traffic stop on a 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo in the 1900 block of Odell in Great Bend for a traffic violation, according to a media release.The Barton County Sheriff's Office K-9 "Maxx" was requested to respond. Maxx indicated to the presence of an illegal drug coming from the vehicle. A large amount of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and marijuana were located in the vehicle. Braden Holley, age 18, was arrested and booked at the Barton County Detention Center in lieu of a $300,000 bond.

Sheriff's K9 determines Kan. teen had meth, marijuana

DOUGLAS COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a fatal stabbing of a man in the parking lot of a grocery store in Lawrence have identified the victim as 66-year-old Daniel Evan Brooks of Lawrence. His dog 'Bear' was also critically injured.

Just before 8:30a.m. Wednesday, police responded to report of a stabbing in the parking lot of Dillons, 1015 West 23rd Street in Lawrence, according to police spokesman Patrick Compton.

When officers arrived they encountered a suspect still holding a knife. Officers spoke to the suspect and convinced him to drop the weapon.

First responders also located a Brooks. He was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to Compton.

Authorities arrested 54-year-old Robert Earl Davis of Lawrence and booked him on requested charges of second-degree murder and cruelty to animals after victim’s dog was also injured during the incident. Animal Control officers transported the dog to the Lawrence Humane Society. The dog was stabilized and subsequently transported to a local animal hospital.

The Humane Society said in a social media post Thursday&nbsp; that the dog, named Bear, sustained a stab wound to his side. The dog initially was in shock, but his wound had been repaired and his prognosis is good.&nbsp;

DOUGLAS COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating the death of a man in the parking lot of the Dillons grocery store in Lawrence.

Just before 8:30a.m. Wednesday, police responded to report of a stabbing in the parking lot at&nbsp; 1015 West 23rd Street in Lawrence, according to police spokesman Patrick Compton.

First responders also located a male victim. He was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to Compton.

Police have not released the&nbsp; victim's name.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629403660086.png" alt="The injured dog is back at the Lawrence Humane Society and is recovering, according to police. Photo Lawrence Humane Society." />
 <figcaption>The injured dog is back at the Lawrence Humane Society and is recovering, according to police. Photo Lawrence Humane Society.</figcaption>
 </figure>DOUGLAS COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a fatal stabbing of a man in the parking lot of a grocery store in Lawrence have identified the victim as 66-year-old Daniel Evan Brooks of Lawrence. His dog 'Bear' was also critically injured.Just before 8:30a.m. Wednesday, police responded to report of a stabbing in the parking lot of Dillons, 1015 West 23rd Street in Lawrence, according to police spokesman Patrick Compton.When officers arrived they encountered a suspect still holding a knife. Officers spoke to the suspect and convinced him to drop the weapon.First responders also located a Brooks. He was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to Compton.Authorities arrested 54-year-old Robert Earl Davis of Lawrence and booked him on requested charges of second-degree murder and cruelty to animals after victim’s dog was also injured during the incident. Animal Control officers transported the dog to the Lawrence Humane Society. The dog was stabilized and subsequently transported to a local animal hospital.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629325964673.png" alt="Davis photo Douglas Co." />
 <figcaption>Davis photo Douglas Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Humane Society said in a social media post Thursday&nbsp; that the dog, named Bear, sustained a stab wound to his side. The dog initially was in shock, but his wound had been repaired and his prognosis is good.&nbsp;----------DOUGLAS COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating the death of a man in the parking lot of the Dillons grocery store in Lawrence.Just before 8:30a.m. Wednesday, police responded to report of a stabbing in the parking lot at&nbsp; 1015 West 23rd Street in Lawrence, according to police spokesman Patrick Compton.When officers arrived they encountered a suspect still holding a knife. Officers spoke to the suspect and convinced him to drop the weapon.First responders also located a male victim. He was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to Compton.Authorities arrested 54-year-old Robert Earl Davis of Lawrence and booked him on requested charges of second-degree murder and cruelty to animals after victim’s dog was also injured during the incident. Animal Control officers transported the dog to the Lawrence Humane Society. The dog was stabilized and subsequently transported to a local animal hospital.The Humane Society said in a social media post Thursday&nbsp; that the dog, named Bear, sustained a stab wound to his side. The dog initially was in shock, but his wound had been repaired and his prognosis is good.&nbsp;Police have not released the&nbsp; victim's name.

Police ID Kan. man who died after he and dog were stabbed

JUNCTION CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after an arrest.

On Thursday, the Junction City Police Department attempted to apprehend 35-year-old Carlton Wayne Solton Jr. for an outstanding felony warrant from the Kansas Department of Corrections, according to a media release.

Solton fled on foot and with the assistance of the Geary County Sheriff’s Department, Dickinson County Sheriff’s Department, and the Kansas Highway a perimeter was established. The search efforts resulted in the apprehension of Mr. Solton and he was taken into custody without incident. The pursuit started on North East St. just past Cracker Barrel and ended when Mr. Solton was taken into custody at the USA Inn. Mr. Solton is currently being held with no bond at the Geary County Detention Center. Junction City Police Department would like to thank all the agencies that assisted them in their search efforts. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629410452217.png" alt="Solton photo Geary Co." />
 <figcaption>Solton photo Geary Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JUNCTION CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after an arrest.On Thursday, the Junction City Police Department attempted to apprehend 35-year-old Carlton Wayne Solton Jr. for an outstanding felony warrant from the Kansas Department of Corrections, according to a media release.Solton fled on foot and with the assistance of the Geary County Sheriff’s Department, Dickinson County Sheriff’s Department, and the Kansas Highway a perimeter was established. The search efforts resulted in the apprehension of Mr. Solton and he was taken into custody without incident. The pursuit started on North East St. just past Cracker Barrel and ended when Mr. Solton was taken into custody at the USA Inn. Mr. Solton is currently being held with no bond at the Geary County Detention Center. Junction City Police Department would like to thank all the agencies that assisted them in their search efforts.

JCPD apprehends suspect after brief search

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

A Salina man was arrested in Concordia after an alleged incident with a family member west of Salina.

At noon Wednesday, A 51-year-old woman&nbsp; was driving a 2012 Ford Focus in the 4400 block of State Street when a passenger in the car, Joseph Tholstrup, 31, of Salina, began to argue with her, according to Saline County Undersheriff Brent Melander.&nbsp;

During the argument, Tholstrup began asking for family members addresses. He allegedly held a knife to the woman's throat and then kicked her out of the car, Melander said. A witness saw the incident and called 911.

By the time deputies got to the scene, Tholstrup and the car were gone. Deputies were told that Tholstrup had said he was going to kill family members, Melander said. He was believed to be on his way to Concordia.

The Concordia Police Department and the Kansas Highway Patrol assisted in the search for Tholstrup and located him in Concordia, Melander said. The car also was located there.

Tholstrup was brought back to Salina and booked into the Saline County Jail on requested charges of Aggravated robbery, Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, Aggravated battery, Criminal threat, Theft

The woman was not injured, according to Melander.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629382853033.jpeg" alt="Tholstrup- photo Saline Co." />
 <figcaption>Tholstrup- photo Saline Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA Salina man was arrested in Concordia after an alleged incident with a family member west of Salina.At noon Wednesday, A 51-year-old woman&nbsp; was driving a 2012 Ford Focus in the 4400 block of State Street when a passenger in the car, Joseph Tholstrup, 31, of Salina, began to argue with her, according to Saline County Undersheriff Brent Melander.&nbsp;During the argument, Tholstrup began asking for family members addresses. He allegedly held a knife to the woman's throat and then kicked her out of the car, Melander said. A witness saw the incident and called 911.By the time deputies got to the scene, Tholstrup and the car were gone. Deputies were told that Tholstrup had said he was going to kill family members, Melander said. He was believed to be on his way to Concordia.The Concordia Police Department and the Kansas Highway Patrol assisted in the search for Tholstrup and located him in Concordia, Melander said. The car also was located there.Tholstrup was brought back to Salina and booked into the Saline County Jail on requested charges of Aggravated robbery, Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, Aggravated battery, Criminal threat, TheftThe woman was not injured, according to Melander.

Kan. man allegedly threatened woman, stole car

WASHINGTON (AP) — The man who claimed to have bomb in a pickup truck near the U.S. Capitol has surrendered to law enforcement, ending an hourslong standoff.

The man, identified by law enforcement officials as 49-year-old Floyd Ray Roseberry of North Carolina, crawled out of the vehicle and was being taken into custody shortly before 2:30 p.m. He had pulled up outside the library earlier in the day and told police he had a bomb in his truck. 

An officer saw what appeared to be a detonator in the man’s hand. The man had been negotiating with police during a standoff that lasted around five hours.

WASHINGTON (AP) — A man sitting in a black pickup truck parked on the sidewalk outside the Library of Congress told police he had a bomb Thursday, triggering a standoff in the heart of the nation’s capital.

Officials evacuated a number of buildings around the Capitol and sent snipers to the area after officers saw the man holding what looked like a detonator inside the pickup, which had no license plates. Congress is in recess this week, but staffers were seen calmly walking out of the area at the direction of authorities.

Police negotiators were communicating with him as he wrote notes and showed them to authorities from inside the truck, according to three people who were not authorized to publicly discuss the matter and spoke on condition of anonymity. They were trying to determine whether it was an operable bomb, the officials said.

“My negotiators are hard at work trying to have a peaceful resolution to this incident,” U.S. Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger said. “We’re trying to get as much information as we can to find a way to peacefully resolve this.”

The episode began about 9:15 a.m. when the truck drove up the sidewalk outside the library, Manger said. The driver told the responding officer that he had a bomb, and was holding what the officer believed to be a detonator, The truck had no license plates.

The nation’s capital has been tense since the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol by supporters of then-President Donald Trump.

Fencing that had been installed around the Capitol grounds had been up for months but was taken down this summer. A day before thousands of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/capitol-siege">pro-Trump rioters stormed the Capitol</a>, pipe bombs were left at the headquarters of the Democratic National Committee and the Republican National Committee in Washington.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-joe-biden-inaugurations-capitol-siege-8828a6a920198d0ea1ee0c73a49d8847">No one has been arrested yet for placing the bombs.</a>

The RNC, not far away from where the truck was parked Thursday, was also evacuated over the threat.

The area was blocked off by police cars and barricades, and multiple fire trucks and ambulances were staged nearby. Also responding were the District of Columbia’s Metropolitan Police, FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

The White House said it was monitoring the situation and was being briefed by law enforcement.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629395763681.png" alt="Officials evacuated a number of buildings around the Capitol and sent snipers to the area -photo courtesy WUSA TV" />
 <figcaption>Officials evacuated a number of buildings around the Capitol and sent snipers to the area -photo courtesy WUSA TV</figcaption>
 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) — The man who claimed to have bomb in a pickup truck near the U.S. Capitol has surrendered to law enforcement, ending an hourslong standoff.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The suspect, 49-year-old Floyd Ray Roseberry, has been to safely taken into custody. <a href="https://t.co/06RcwTcasQ">pic.twitter.com/06RcwTcasQ</a>&mdash; U.S. Capitol Police (@CapitolPolice) <a href="https://twitter.com/CapitolPolice/status/1428426595010846721?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The man, identified by law enforcement officials as 49-year-old Floyd Ray Roseberry of North Carolina, crawled out of the vehicle and was being taken into custody shortly before 2:30 p.m. He had pulled up outside the library earlier in the day and told police he had a bomb in his truck. An officer saw what appeared to be a detonator in the man’s hand. The man had been negotiating with police during a standoff that lasted around five hours.-------<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629396620231.png" alt="Capitol Police blocking traffic near the library of Congress -photo courtesy WUSA TV" />
 <figcaption>Capitol Police blocking traffic near the library of Congress -photo courtesy WUSA TV</figcaption>
 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) — A man sitting in a black pickup truck parked on the sidewalk outside the Library of Congress told police he had a bomb Thursday, triggering a standoff in the heart of the nation’s capital.Officials evacuated a number of buildings around the Capitol and sent snipers to the area after officers saw the man holding what looked like a detonator inside the pickup, which had no license plates. Congress is in recess this week, but staffers were seen calmly walking out of the area at the direction of authorities.Police negotiators were communicating with him as he wrote notes and showed them to authorities from inside the truck, according to three people who were not authorized to publicly discuss the matter and spoke on condition of anonymity. They were trying to determine whether it was an operable bomb, the officials said.“My negotiators are hard at work trying to have a peaceful resolution to this incident,” U.S. Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger said. “We’re trying to get as much information as we can to find a way to peacefully resolve this.”The episode began about 9:15 a.m. when the truck drove up the sidewalk outside the library, Manger said. The driver told the responding officer that he had a bomb, and was holding what the officer believed to be a detonator, The truck had no license plates.The nation’s capital has been tense since the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol by supporters of then-President Donald Trump.Fencing that had been installed around the Capitol grounds had been up for months but was taken down this summer. A day before thousands of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/capitol-siege">pro-Trump rioters stormed the Capitol</a>, pipe bombs were left at the headquarters of the Democratic National Committee and the Republican National Committee in Washington.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-joe-biden-inaugurations-capitol-siege-8828a6a920198d0ea1ee0c73a49d8847">No one has been arrested yet for placing the bombs.</a>The RNC, not far away from where the truck was parked Thursday, was also evacuated over the threat.The area was blocked off by police cars and barricades, and multiple fire trucks and ambulances were staged nearby. Also responding were the District of Columbia’s Metropolitan Police, FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.The White House said it was monitoring the situation and was being briefed by law enforcement.___

Man surrenders after claiming to have bomb near Capitol

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629325964673.png" alt="Davis photo Douglas Co." />
 <figcaption>Davis photo Douglas Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>DOUGLAS COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating the death of a man in the parking lot of the Dillons grocery store in Lawrence.Just before 8:30a.m. Wednesday, police responded to report of a stabbing in the parking lot at&nbsp; 1015 West 23rd Street in Lawrence, according to police spokesman Patrick Compton.When officers arrived they encountered a suspect still holding a knife. Officers spoke to the suspect and convinced him to drop the weapon.First responders also located a male victim. He was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to Compton.Authorities arrested 54-year-old Robert Earl Davis of Lawrence and booked him on requested charges of second-degree murder and cruelty to animals after victim’s dog was also injured during the incident. Animal Control officers transported the dog to the Lawrence Humane Society. The dog was stabilized and subsequently transported to a local animal hospital.The Humane Society said in a social media post Thursday&nbsp; that the dog, named Bear, sustained a stab wound to his side. The dog initially was in shock, but his wound had been repaired and his prognosis is good.&nbsp;Police have not released the&nbsp; victim's name.

Suspect killed Kan. man, stabbed dog  in store parking lot

EMPORIA —Law enforcement authorities made 5 arrests Wednesday in connection with the September 2017 murder of 19-year-old Jesus Avila-Galvin of Emporia.

On Sept. 6, 2017, Lyon County deputies responded to investigate a suspicious vehicle on a road about five miles east of Emporia. The deputies found the car on fire, with the body of Avila-Galvin Jr. inside, according to a media release from the Lyon County Sheriff.

The Kansas and Oklahoma Highway Patrol assisted with Wednesday's arrests that were made in Tulsa, Oklahoma and various locations in Emporia, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

Andrew John “AJ” Granado, 21, of Tulsa, Oklahoma was booked into the David L. Moss Criminal Justice Center in Tulsa County, Oklahoma and is being held without bond.

Four other suspects including Jordy Cornejo-Campoverde, 21; Armando Nunez, 20; Alan Alanis, 19, and Jovan Pecina, 22, all of Emporia were arrested throughout Wednesday morning, according to the KBI.

&nbsp;Cornejo-Campoverde, Nunez, Alanis, and Pecina were booked into the Lyon County Jail.

All five suspects are being held on requested charges of murder in the first-degree, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit aggravated robbery, aggravated robbery, arson, and interference with a law enforcement officer.

LYON COUNTY—The Kansas Bureau of Investigation and Lyon County Sheriff's department are asking the public for help with information in the death of 19-year-old Jesus Avila-Galvin, Jr. of Emporia.

On Sept. 6, 2017, Lyon County deputies responded to investigate a suspicious vehicle on a road about five miles east of Emporia. The deputies found the car on fire, with the body of Avila-Galvin Jr. inside.

Anyone with information is asked to call the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME or Lyon County Crime Stoppers at 620-342-227

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629374232778.png" alt="Granado photo Tulsa County" />
 <figcaption>Granado photo Tulsa County</figcaption>
 </figure>EMPORIA —Law enforcement authorities made 5 arrests Wednesday in connection with the September 2017 murder of 19-year-old Jesus Avila-Galvin of Emporia.On Sept. 6, 2017, Lyon County deputies responded to investigate a suspicious vehicle on a road about five miles east of Emporia. The deputies found the car on fire, with the body of Avila-Galvin Jr. inside, according to a media release from the Lyon County Sheriff.The Kansas and Oklahoma Highway Patrol assisted with Wednesday's arrests that were made in Tulsa, Oklahoma and various locations in Emporia, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.Andrew John “AJ” Granado, 21, of Tulsa, Oklahoma was booked into the David L. Moss Criminal Justice Center in Tulsa County, Oklahoma and is being held without bond.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629309560372.png" alt="Jordy Cornejo-Campoverde" />
 <figcaption>Jordy Cornejo-Campoverde</figcaption>
 </figure>Four other suspects including Jordy Cornejo-Campoverde, 21; Armando Nunez, 20; Alan Alanis, 19, and Jovan Pecina, 22, all of Emporia were arrested throughout Wednesday morning, according to the KBI.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629309477682.png" alt="Armando Nunez-photo Lyon Co." />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629309635113.png" alt="Alanis photo Lyon Co." />
 <figcaption>Alanis photo Lyon Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;Cornejo-Campoverde, Nunez, Alanis, and Pecina were booked into the Lyon County Jail.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629309700175.png" alt="Jovan Pecina photo Lyon Co." />
 <figcaption>Jovan Pecina photo Lyon Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>All five suspects are being held on requested charges of murder in the first-degree, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit aggravated robbery, aggravated robbery, arson, and interference with a law enforcement officer.---------LYON COUNTY—The Kansas Bureau of Investigation and Lyon County Sheriff's department are asking the public for help with information in the death of 19-year-old Jesus Avila-Galvin, Jr. of Emporia.On Sept. 6, 2017, Lyon County deputies responded to investigate a suspicious vehicle on a road about five miles east of Emporia. The deputies found the car on fire, with the body of Avila-Galvin Jr. inside.Anyone with information is asked to call the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME or Lyon County Crime Stoppers at 620-342-227

Arrests made: Kan. teen was left to die in burning car

KANSAS CITY (AP) — A man who suffered a compound fracture to his leg when he was hit by a tear gas canister during racial injustice protests last summer has received a $200,000 settlement from the Kansas City police department.

The man did not sue the department and did not want his name publicized.

He said he was about 10 feet from police during demonstrations on the Country Club Plaza on May 30, 2020, when a tear gas canister hit his leg. He said he was hospitalized for several days.

Police spokesman Sgt. Jacob Becchina said the department would not comment on the settlement because there is ongoing litigation in the case.

More than 150 people were arrested during the 2020 protests that were sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

The police response sparked more protests and calls for the resignation of Police Chief Rick Smith. Civil rights groups in July&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/police-michael-brown-police-reform-kansas-city-kansas-cbde7742a8a40470fa3a66bcc64e2c85">asked the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate the police department.</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1590925459037.png" alt="Protests on the Plaza in May of 2020 photo courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>Protests on the Plaza in May of 2020 photo courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — A man who suffered a compound fracture to his leg when he was hit by a tear gas canister during racial injustice protests last summer has received a $200,000 settlement from the Kansas City police department.The man did not sue the department and did not want his name publicized.He said he was about 10 feet from police during demonstrations on the Country Club Plaza on May 30, 2020, when a tear gas canister hit his leg. He said he was hospitalized for several days.Police spokesman Sgt. Jacob Becchina said the department would not comment on the settlement because there is ongoing litigation in the case.More than 150 people were arrested during the 2020 protests that were sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.The police response sparked more protests and calls for the resignation of Police Chief Rick Smith. Civil rights groups in July&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/police-michael-brown-police-reform-kansas-city-kansas-cbde7742a8a40470fa3a66bcc64e2c85">asked the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate the police department.</a>

Kansas City Police pay $200K settlement to demonstrator

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas teen on drug and theft allegations.

Just before 11p.m. Tuesday, officers responded to the Walmart Store at 1920 U.S.73 in Atchison to investigate a theft, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

It was determined that a suspect, later identified as 18-year-old Kaleb Marshall, had stolen $221 in merchandise that included a backpack and clothing. 

The suspect left the area in a vehicle. Authorities issued an alert for that vehicle and a short time later sheriff’s deputies stopped the vehicle at 262nd and Ottawa Road, according to Wilson.

Officers arrested Marshall for the theft at Walmart and subsequently found methamphetamine on his person.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629303527158.png" alt="Marshall photo Atchison Co." />
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 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas teen on drug and theft allegations.Just before 11p.m. Tuesday, officers responded to the Walmart Store at 1920 U.S.73 in Atchison to investigate a theft, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.It was determined that a suspect, later identified as 18-year-old Kaleb Marshall, had stolen $221 in merchandise that included a backpack and clothing. The suspect left the area in a vehicle. Authorities issued an alert for that vehicle and a short time later sheriff’s deputies stopped the vehicle at 262nd and Ottawa Road, according to Wilson.Officers arrested Marshall for the theft at Walmart and subsequently found methamphetamine on his person.

Police arrest Kan. teen who fled from store theft

EMPORIA —Law enforcement authorities have made 5 arrests in the September 2017 murder of 19-year-old Jesus Avila, according to a media release from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

The arrests were made throughout the morning on Wednesday,&nbsp; at various locations in Emporia, as well as in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Kansas Highway Patrol and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol assisted with the arrests.

Just after 4a.m. authorities arrested Andrew John “AJ” Granado, 21, of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was booked into the David L. Moss Criminal Justice Center in Tulsa County, Oklahoma.

Just before 6a.m. authorities arrested Jordy Cornejo-Campoverde, 21, of Emporia.

Just before 8:30a.m. authorities arrested Armando Nunez, 20, of Emporia and Alan Alanis, 19, of Emporia, was arrested at approximately 9:30 a.m.

Just before 11a.m., authorities arrested Jovan Pecina, 22, of Emporia.

Following their arrests Cornejo-Campoverde, Nunez, Alanis, and Pecina were booked into the Lyon County Jail.

All five suspects were arrested on requested charges of murder in the first-degree, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit aggravated robbery, aggravated robbery, arson, and interference with a law enforcement officer.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629309635113.png" alt="Alanis photo Lyon Co." />
 <figcaption>Alanis photo Lyon Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>EMPORIA —Law enforcement authorities have made 5 arrests in the September 2017 murder of 19-year-old Jesus Avila, according to a media release from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.The arrests were made throughout the morning on Wednesday,&nbsp; at various locations in Emporia, as well as in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Kansas Highway Patrol and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol assisted with the arrests.Just after 4a.m. authorities arrested Andrew John “AJ” Granado, 21, of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was booked into the David L. Moss Criminal Justice Center in Tulsa County, Oklahoma.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629309560372.png" alt="Jordy Cornejo-Campoverde" />
 <figcaption>Jordy Cornejo-Campoverde</figcaption>
 </figure>Just before 6a.m. authorities arrested Jordy Cornejo-Campoverde, 21, of Emporia.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629309477682.png" alt="Armando Nunez-photo Lyon Co." />
 <figcaption>Armando Nunez-photo Lyon Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Just before 8:30a.m. authorities arrested Armando Nunez, 20, of Emporia and Alan Alanis, 19, of Emporia, was arrested at approximately 9:30 a.m.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629309700175.png" alt="Jovan Pecina photo Lyon Co." />
 <figcaption>Jovan Pecina photo Lyon Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Just before 11a.m., authorities arrested Jovan Pecina, 22, of Emporia.Following their arrests Cornejo-Campoverde, Nunez, Alanis, and Pecina were booked into the Lyon County Jail.All five suspects were arrested on requested charges of murder in the first-degree, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit aggravated robbery, aggravated robbery, arson, and interference with a law enforcement officer.---------LYON COUNTY—The Kansas Bureau of Investigation and Lyon County Sheriff's department are asking the public for help with information in the death of 19-year-old Jesus Avila-Galvin, Jr. of Emporia.On Sept. 6, 2017, Lyon County deputies responded to investigate a suspicious vehicle on a road about five miles east of Emporia. The deputies found the car on fire, with the body of Avila-Galvin Jr. inside.Anyone with information is asked to call the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME or Lyon County Crime Stoppers at 620-342-227

KBI: 5 accused in 2017 murder of Kansas teen

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Yellowstone National Park rangers and Wyoming sheriff’s deputies seeking a murder suspect held a vacationing family at gunpoint for an hour without adequate cause, a lawsuit claims.

Brett and Genalyn Hemry, of Independence, Missouri, say they are victims of false arrest, excessive use of force and false imprisonment. Their lawsuit filed July 19 in U.S. District Court in Cheyenne seeks unspecified damages to be determined at trial.

Law enforcement officers at the time of the 2017 encounter were seeking Gerald Michael Bullinger, a Utah man suspected of killing his wife, his girlfriend and his girlfriend’s daughter in Idaho. Bullinger’s whereabouts remain unknown.

Investigators had found a car Bullinger was driving in Bridger-Teton National Forest outside Moran, near Grand Teton National Park in western Wyoming, on July 12, 2017.

On July 20, 2017, two park rangers in separate vehicles closely followed the Hemrys and their minor child after they drove out of Yellowstone’s east gate, prompting Brett Hemry to pull off U.S. 14-16-20 about 15 miles (24 kilometers) east of the park, according to the lawsuit.

Park rangers allegedly had flagged the family’s car as one Bullinger may have been driving. The rangers allegedly pulled in front of the family’s SUV, blocking it, and held the family at gunpoint, ordering them to drop their car keys outside and keep their hands up.

More officers arrived, including Park County sheriff’s deputies, and officers then held the three family members at gunpoint in separate vehicles, the lawsuit alleges.

About an hour after being pulled over, officers allowed Brett Hemry to show his identification, told him they were seeking a murder suspect and showed him a photo of Bullinger, the lawsuit alleges.

Hemry “bore no resemblance” to Bullinger except for his light hair color, the lawsuit claims.

“The terrified family went on its way, without receiving an apology or additional explanation,” the lawsuit states.

Park County Sheriff Scott Steward and Yellowstone spokeswoman Linda Veress declined to comment on the pending litigation.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629295184519.png" alt="Security camera images of Gerald Bullinger- Canyon County Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Security camera images of Gerald Bullinger- Canyon County Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Yellowstone National Park rangers and Wyoming sheriff’s deputies seeking a murder suspect held a vacationing family at gunpoint for an hour without adequate cause, a lawsuit claims.Brett and Genalyn Hemry, of Independence, Missouri, say they are victims of false arrest, excessive use of force and false imprisonment. Their lawsuit filed July 19 in U.S. District Court in Cheyenne seeks unspecified damages to be determined at trial.Law enforcement officers at the time of the 2017 encounter were seeking Gerald Michael Bullinger, a Utah man suspected of killing his wife, his girlfriend and his girlfriend’s daughter in Idaho. Bullinger’s whereabouts remain unknown.Investigators had found a car Bullinger was driving in Bridger-Teton National Forest outside Moran, near Grand Teton National Park in western Wyoming, on July 12, 2017.On July 20, 2017, two park rangers in separate vehicles closely followed the Hemrys and their minor child after they drove out of Yellowstone’s east gate, prompting Brett Hemry to pull off U.S. 14-16-20 about 15 miles (24 kilometers) east of the park, according to the lawsuit.Park rangers allegedly had flagged the family’s car as one Bullinger may have been driving. The rangers allegedly pulled in front of the family’s SUV, blocking it, and held the family at gunpoint, ordering them to drop their car keys outside and keep their hands up.More officers arrived, including Park County sheriff’s deputies, and officers then held the three family members at gunpoint in separate vehicles, the lawsuit alleges.About an hour after being pulled over, officers allowed Brett Hemry to show his identification, told him they were seeking a murder suspect and showed him a photo of Bullinger, the lawsuit alleges.Hemry “bore no resemblance” to Bullinger except for his light hair color, the lawsuit claims.“The terrified family went on its way, without receiving an apology or additional explanation,” the lawsuit states.Park County Sheriff Scott Steward and Yellowstone spokeswoman Linda Veress declined to comment on the pending litigation.

Lawsuit: Mixup kept KC-area family at gunpoint near Yellowstone

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a wanted Kansas man after a traffic stop.

Just after&nbsp;2:30a.m. Monday, a deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 near NW US 24 Highway and NW Stover Road, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

During the investigation, a Topeka Police Department K9 Unit assisted and illegal narcotics were located.

They arrested the driver 41-year-old Joshua D. Baker of Topeka and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges that include possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, expired registration, no vehicle liability insurance and expired driver’s license. Baker also had a narcotics warrant for his arrest, according to Christian.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629283481534.png" alt="Baker photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Baker photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a wanted Kansas man after a traffic stop.Just after&nbsp;2:30a.m. Monday, a deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 near NW US 24 Highway and NW Stover Road, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.During the investigation, a Topeka Police Department K9 Unit assisted and illegal narcotics were located.They arrested the driver 41-year-old Joshua D. Baker of Topeka and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges that include possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, expired registration, no vehicle liability insurance and expired driver’s license. Baker also had a narcotics warrant for his arrest, according to Christian.

Deputies catch wanted Kansas man after traffic stop

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man for alleged child sex crimes.

On Friday, police conducted an investigation involving a female victim under the age of 14 and crimes committed when the victim was under the age of 16, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

Police arrested&nbsp;CJ Lonnie McPhie, 36, Atchison, on requested charges of rape, aggravated criminal sodomy, aggravated indecent liberties with a child, indecent liberties with a child, criminal sodomy, and electronic solicitation, according to Wilson. McPhie is being held on a $100,000 bond.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629123322798.png" alt="McPhie photo Atchison Co." />
 <figcaption>McPhie photo Atchison Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man for alleged child sex crimes.On Friday, police conducted an investigation involving a female victim under the age of 14 and crimes committed when the victim was under the age of 16, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.Police arrested&nbsp;CJ Lonnie McPhie, 36, Atchison, on requested charges of rape, aggravated criminal sodomy, aggravated indecent liberties with a child, indecent liberties with a child, criminal sodomy, and electronic solicitation, according to Wilson. McPhie is being held on a $100,000 bond.

Kansas man jailed for alleged child sex crimes

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a fatal shooting have made an arrest.

Just before 9 p.m. Sunday, police were dispatched to a shooting call in the 2300 block of South Laura in Wichita, according to Officer Trevor Macy.

 Upon arrival, they located a victim – identified as 25-year-old Robertino Gomez of Wichita. He was pronounced deceased on scene.

Through the investigation, officers learned that 42-year-old Marcello Ibarra and Gomez were at a birthday party together, and Ibarra decided to leave. When Gomez went to check on Ibarra outside the party, witnesses reported hearing gunshots.&nbsp;

Police arrested Ibarra on requested&nbsp;charges of 2nd-degree murder, aggravated assault, criminal possession of a firearm, and an active warrant, according to Macy.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629131297508.png" alt="Ibarra photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Ibarra photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a fatal shooting have made an arrest.Just before 9 p.m. Sunday, police were dispatched to a shooting call in the 2300 block of South Laura in Wichita, according to Officer Trevor Macy. Upon arrival, they located a victim – identified as 25-year-old Robertino Gomez of Wichita. He was pronounced deceased on scene.Through the investigation, officers learned that 42-year-old Marcello Ibarra and Gomez were at a birthday party together, and Ibarra decided to leave. When Gomez went to check on Ibarra outside the party, witnesses reported hearing gunshots.&nbsp;Police arrested Ibarra on requested&nbsp;charges of 2nd-degree murder, aggravated assault, criminal possession of a firearm, and an active warrant, according to Macy.

Kansas man accused in birthday party killing

Former Junction City High School Athletic Trainer Brandon Martino on Monday received a 32-month sentence in the Kansas Department of Corrections, but it was suspended. Martino was placed on probation for 36 months after he immediately serves 60 days in the Geary County Detention Center.&nbsp;

According to Geary County Attorney Krista Blaisdell, Martino was remanded into custody to begin serving the time immediately following Monday's hearing. The Court also ordered that the defendant was subject to a life-time post release period and in addition, must register as a sex offender for 25 years. The Court ordered Martino not to have any contact with the minor in the case and ordered him to have no unsupervised contact with any female under the age of 18 for the duration of his probation. The sentence was handed down in Geary County District Court.

In July Martino had entered a no contest plea and was found guilty of one felony count of Sexual Exploitation of a Child.&nbsp;

The Kansas Board of Healing Arts had reported&nbsp; earlier in July that they had&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksbha.org/boardactions/Documents/martino_21.pdf">indefinitely suspended</a>&nbsp;Martino's license.&nbsp;A student patient under age 18 received sexually explicit text messages from Martino, including a nude image of himself,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksbha.org/boardactions/Documents/martino_21.pdf">according to the order&nbsp;</a>from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts.&nbsp;

At the time of his arrest, USD 475 suspended Martino from all duties and responsibilities. "Any behavior that jeopardizes the safety and integrity of our students and staff is unacceptable."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629158045136.png" alt="Martino photo KBI Offender Registry" />
 <figcaption>Martino photo KBI Offender Registry</figcaption>
 </figure>Former Junction City High School Athletic Trainer Brandon Martino on Monday received a 32-month sentence in the Kansas Department of Corrections, but it was suspended. Martino was placed on probation for 36 months after he immediately serves 60 days in the Geary County Detention Center.&nbsp;According to Geary County Attorney Krista Blaisdell, Martino was remanded into custody to begin serving the time immediately following Monday's hearing. The Court also ordered that the defendant was subject to a life-time post release period and in addition, must register as a sex offender for 25 years. The Court ordered Martino not to have any contact with the minor in the case and ordered him to have no unsupervised contact with any female under the age of 18 for the duration of his probation. The sentence was handed down in Geary County District Court.In July Martino had entered a no contest plea and was found guilty of one felony count of Sexual Exploitation of a Child.&nbsp;The Kansas Board of Healing Arts had reported&nbsp; earlier in July that they had&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksbha.org/boardactions/Documents/martino_21.pdf">indefinitely suspended</a>&nbsp;Martino's license.&nbsp;A student patient under age 18 received sexually explicit text messages from Martino, including a nude image of himself,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksbha.org/boardactions/Documents/martino_21.pdf">according to the order&nbsp;</a>from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts.&nbsp;At the time of his arrest, USD 475 suspended Martino from all duties and responsibilities. "Any behavior that jeopardizes the safety and integrity of our students and staff is unacceptable."

Former JCHS Athletic trainer is sentenced in District Court

NORTON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for allegedly endangering a child.

On Friday, police arrested 24-year-old&nbsp;Mykayla Forsberg on a&nbsp;Norton County District Court Warrant for Unlawful Tattooing, Tattooing Minor without Consent and Endangering a Child, according to a social media report from police. She posted bond and is no longer in custody.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629155521243.png" alt="Forsberg-photo Norton County" />
 <figcaption>Forsberg-photo Norton County</figcaption>
 </figure>NORTON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for allegedly endangering a child.On Friday, police arrested 24-year-old&nbsp;Mykayla Forsberg on a&nbsp;Norton County District Court Warrant for Unlawful Tattooing, Tattooing Minor without Consent and Endangering a Child, according to a social media report from police. She posted bond and is no longer in custody.

Kan. woman allegedly tattooed a minor without consent

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a series of thefts and are asking for help to identify a suspect.

The man is suspected of stealing thousands of dollars worth of property from multiple Dillon's stores, according to Wichita Police.

If you recognize the suspect or vehicle - or you know anything about these cases - you can submit an ANONYMOUS tip to Crime Stoppers by calling 316-267-2111. If your tip leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward!

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629132054936.png" alt="Photo courtesy Wichita Police" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy Wichita Police</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a series of thefts and are asking for help to identify a suspect.The man is suspected of stealing thousands of dollars worth of property from multiple Dillon's stores, according to Wichita Police.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1629132186737.png" alt="Suspect vehicle-photo Wichita Police" />
 <figcaption>Suspect vehicle-photo Wichita Police</figcaption>
 </figure>If you recognize the suspect or vehicle - or you know anything about these cases - you can submit an ANONYMOUS tip to Crime Stoppers by calling 316-267-2111. If your tip leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward!

Police: Suspect stole thousands from Dillons stores

PAWNEE COUNTY—A Southwest Kansas woman who fled an arrest during a traffic stop made her first court appearance in the case.

&nbsp;Rebecca Bird-Heiman, 49 of Deerfield, Kansas, was charged with Aggravated Escape from Custody, Felony Interference with Law Enforcement, Driving Under the Influence (3rd Offense), Driving While Suspended, No Liability Insurance and Transporting Open Container, according to Pawnee County Attorney Doug McNett.

The charges stem from a traffic stop by the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) during the earlier morning hours of August 10, 2021, near the Fort Larned National Historical Site on K156 Highway. It is alleged that after being arrested on the suspicion of driving under the influence, while handcuffed Bird-Heiman fled on foot into the banks of the Pawnee River. She was returned to custody approximately eight and a half hours later near the same location and treated for minor injuries.

KHP was assisted in the search by the Pawnee County Sheriff's Office, Federal Park Rangers, Larned Police Dept, KDOC personnel, Barton County Sheriff's Office, and Larned Fire &amp; EMS.

A Preliminary Hearing has been scheduled for August 27, 2021. The defendant is being held in the custody of the Pawnee County Sheriff in lieu of $7,500 bond, according to McNett.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628874702501.png" alt="Bird-Heiman-photo Pawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Bird-Heiman-photo Pawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>PAWNEE COUNTY—A Southwest Kansas woman who fled an arrest during a traffic stop made her first court appearance in the case.&nbsp;Rebecca Bird-Heiman, 49 of Deerfield, Kansas, was charged with Aggravated Escape from Custody, Felony Interference with Law Enforcement, Driving Under the Influence (3rd Offense), Driving While Suspended, No Liability Insurance and Transporting Open Container, according to Pawnee County Attorney Doug McNett.The charges stem from a traffic stop by the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) during the earlier morning hours of August 10, 2021, near the Fort Larned National Historical Site on K156 Highway. It is alleged that after being arrested on the suspicion of driving under the influence, while handcuffed Bird-Heiman fled on foot into the banks of the Pawnee River. She was returned to custody approximately eight and a half hours later near the same location and treated for minor injuries.KHP was assisted in the search by the Pawnee County Sheriff's Office, Federal Park Rangers, Larned Police Dept, KDOC personnel, Barton County Sheriff's Office, and Larned Fire &amp; EMS.A Preliminary Hearing has been scheduled for August 27, 2021. The defendant is being held in the custody of the Pawnee County Sheriff in lieu of $7,500 bond, according to McNett.

SW Kansas woman fled DUI arrest into river 

KANSAS CITY (AP) — A former Oak Grove High School teacher <a href="https://www.jacksoncountyprosecutor.com/DocumentCenter/View/1794/EGrumke_Redacted">has been charged</a> with sending pornographic videos to female students and attempting to persuade one student to have sex with him, the Jackson County Prosecutor's office announced Friday.

Ethan C. Grumke, 27, taught math and coached football and track at Oak Grove. He was arrested Friday in Colorado.

Grumke was charged with attempting to make sexual contact with a student, misdemeanor stalking and two counts of furnishing pornographic material.

School and police officials in Oak Grove began investigating Grumke in May after being alerted by the Missouri Children's Division about allegations that he had furnished pornographic videos to female students, prosecutors said.

The stalking charge alleges he sent inappropriate pictures and videos to one student on his social media accounts. Court documents indicate Grumke admitted to Oak Grove officials that he sent the videos.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628954436231.png" alt="Grumke is being held in the La Plata County, Colorado jail" />
 <figcaption>Grumke is being held in the La Plata County, Colorado jail</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — A former Oak Grove High School teacher <a href="https://www.jacksoncountyprosecutor.com/DocumentCenter/View/1794/EGrumke_Redacted">has been charged</a> with sending pornographic videos to female students and attempting to persuade one student to have sex with him, the Jackson County Prosecutor's office announced Friday.Ethan C. Grumke, 27, taught math and coached football and track at Oak Grove. He was arrested Friday in Colorado.Grumke was charged with attempting to make sexual contact with a student, misdemeanor stalking and two counts of furnishing pornographic material.School and police officials in Oak Grove began investigating Grumke in May after being alerted by the Missouri Children's Division about allegations that he had furnished pornographic videos to female students, prosecutors said.The stalking charge alleges he sent inappropriate pictures and videos to one student on his social media accounts. Court documents indicate Grumke admitted to Oak Grove officials that he sent the videos.

Former KC-area high school teacher accused of sex crimes

WICHITA, KAN. – A Kansas man&nbsp;was sentenced to 135 months years in prison after pleading guilty to one count of Possession of Child Pornography, according to the United State's Attorney.

According to court documents, detectives with the Kansas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force conducted an undercover operation on a peer-to peer file sharing network called BitTorrent.

During the investigation, law enforcement identified&nbsp;Thomas Schindler, 69, of Wichita  as a network user in possession of child pornography. Detectives went to Schindler’s home, where he admitted accessing and using the BitTorrent network to obtain child pornography. A subsequent seizure of his computers revealed pornographic images of prepubescent girls.

The Kansas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations (HIS) investigated the case.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628859237505.png" alt="Schindler photo KBI Offender Registry" />
 <figcaption>Schindler photo KBI Offender Registry</figcaption>
 </figure>WICHITA, KAN. – A Kansas man&nbsp;was sentenced to 135 months years in prison after pleading guilty to one count of Possession of Child Pornography, according to the United State's Attorney.According to court documents, detectives with the Kansas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force conducted an undercover operation on a peer-to peer file sharing network called BitTorrent.During the investigation, law enforcement identified&nbsp;Thomas Schindler, 69, of Wichita as a network user in possession of child pornography. Detectives went to Schindler’s home, where he admitted accessing and using the BitTorrent network to obtain child pornography. A subsequent seizure of his computers revealed pornographic images of prepubescent girls.The Kansas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations (HIS) investigated the case.

Undercover operation leads to Kan. man's child porn arrest

KANSAS CITY (AP) — A Kansas City man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison in the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/6f579b23051a46a39448c9a2273dadc0">shooting death of a transgender woman</a>&nbsp;in 2019.

Marcus S. Lewis, 43, was sentenced Thursday after he pleaded guilty in June to to voluntary manslaughter in the death of Brooklyn Lindsey, 32. Lewis also was sentenced for armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a weapon.

Lindsey was found dead on the porch of a northeast Kansas City home on June 25, 2019.

According to court documents, Lewis said he and Lindsey got into a physical fight after she approached his car and he tried to walk away. He admitted that he shot her and then fled the scene.

DNA testing from five shell casings found at the scene led police to Lewis, who had been arrested in an unrelated case of aggravated domestic violence and an armed business robbery.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/7/1563728267216.png" alt="Marcus Lewis photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Marcus Lewis photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — A Kansas City man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison in the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/6f579b23051a46a39448c9a2273dadc0">shooting death of a transgender woman</a>&nbsp;in 2019.Marcus S. Lewis, 43, was sentenced Thursday after he pleaded guilty in June to to voluntary manslaughter in the death of Brooklyn Lindsey, 32. Lewis also was sentenced for armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a weapon.Lindsey was found dead on the porch of a northeast Kansas City home on June 25, 2019.According to court documents, Lewis said he and Lindsey got into a physical fight after she approached his car and he tried to walk away. He admitted that he shot her and then fled the scene.DNA testing from five shell casings found at the scene led police to Lewis, who had been arrested in an unrelated case of aggravated domestic violence and an armed business robbery.

Kansas City man sentenced for killing transgender woman

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas man who fled to Mexico in 2017 after being accused of rape has been convicted in the case. A jury on Thursday found 22-year-old Daniel Arreola guilty of seven felony counts. 

Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay said Arreola forced his way into a woman's apartment in July 2015 and raped her at gunpoint. 

He fled to Mexico in February 2017, four days before his trial was scheduled to begin. He was arrested in Mexico and returned to Kansas in August of 2019 and has remained in custody since. Arreola's sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 15

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628871442106.png" alt="Arreola photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Arreola photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas man who fled to Mexico in 2017 after being accused of rape has been convicted in the case. A jury on Thursday found 22-year-old Daniel Arreola guilty of seven felony counts. Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay said Arreola forced his way into a woman's apartment in July 2015 and raped her at gunpoint. He fled to Mexico in February 2017, four days before his trial was scheduled to begin. He was arrested in Mexico and returned to Kansas in August of 2019 and has remained in custody since. Arreola's sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 15

Guilty: Kan. man forced his way into woman's apartment at gunpoint

JUNCTION CITY, Kan. - Geary County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a man for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute Within 1000’ of a School, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, No Drug Tax Stamp and Improper Stop or Turn Signal on Thursday night.&nbsp;

According to the Geary County Sheriff's Activity Report,&nbsp;Brandale C. Williams Sr. of Junction City, KS was arrested at approximately 7:43p.m. at 1629 N. Washington Street in Junction City, just one block north of Washington Elementary School.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628858632345.jpeg" alt="Brandale C. Williams Sr. of Junction City, KS" />
 <figcaption>Brandale C. Williams Sr. of Junction City, KS</figcaption>
 </figure>JUNCTION CITY, Kan. - Geary County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a man for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute Within 1000’ of a School, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, No Drug Tax Stamp and Improper Stop or Turn Signal on Thursday night.&nbsp;According to the Geary County Sheriff's Activity Report,&nbsp;Brandale C. Williams Sr. of Junction City, KS was arrested at approximately 7:43p.m. at 1629 N. Washington Street in Junction City, just one block north of Washington Elementary School.&nbsp;

Man arrested on drug charges near Washington Elementary in Junction City

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Police have arrested a woman suspected in a hit-and-run crash that killed a motorcyclist in southeast Wichita. 

Television station KAKE reports that police <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20072020">arrested 25-year-old Lila Garcia early</a> Thursday morning on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter while driving under the influence, failure to stop at an accident resulting in death, DUI and a tag violation.

Police say the crash happened around 9 p.m. Wednesday when Garcia's eastbound car reportedly crossed in front of the westbound motorcycle. Investigators say the car then fled the scene. Police have not yet identified the motorcyclist killed in the collision.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628780235399.png" alt="Garcia-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Garcia-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Police have arrested a woman suspected in a hit-and-run crash that killed a motorcyclist in southeast Wichita. Television station KAKE reports that police <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20072020">arrested 25-year-old Lila Garcia early</a> Thursday morning on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter while driving under the influence, failure to stop at an accident resulting in death, DUI and a tag violation. Police say the crash happened around 9 p.m. Wednesday when Garcia's eastbound car reportedly crossed in front of the westbound motorcycle. Investigators say the car then fled the scene. Police have not yet identified the motorcyclist killed in the collision.