SEWARD COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged human trafficking.

On Thursday, police stopped a westbound mini van on U.S. 54 in Liberal, according to a media release.&nbsp; Through the investigation officers also found 14 passengers in the vehicle who were being smuggled through the United States by a criminal organization, according to the release.

Some of the individuals were stacked on top of each other in the trunk.

Police arrested a 23-year-old man on a requested charge of human trafficking.&nbsp; Police released no additional details

SEWARD COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged human trafficking.On Thursday, police stopped a westbound mini van on U.S. 54 in Liberal, according to a media release.&nbsp; Through the investigation officers also found 14 passengers in the vehicle who were being smuggled through the United States by a criminal organization, according to the release.Some of the individuals were stacked on top of each other in the trunk.Police arrested a 23-year-old man on a requested charge of human trafficking.&nbsp; Police released no additional details

Human trafficking: Police find 14 stacked in van in SW Kansas

BARTON COUNTY—Over the course the past several days, Barton County Sheriff’s Office detectives became aware of an attempted unlawful solicitation of a child, according to a media release.

The online organization Motor City Justice contacted local authorities with the information. The facts were reviewed by Sheriff’s Office detectives and the Barton County Attorney’s Office. It was determined the best course of action would be to conduct a sting operation to capture the suspect.

At 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, detectives facilitated a sting operation near the intersection of 24th and Washington in Great Bend. The suspect identified as 24-year-old Dakota Payne arrived at the scene believing he was meeting a juvenile female. Shortly thereafter, deputies arrested Payne without incident.

He is being held on $100,000 bond on requested charges of indecent solicitation of a child, attempted exploitation of a child and electronic solicitation of a child.&nbsp;

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 </figure>BARTON COUNTY—Over the course the past several days, Barton County Sheriff’s Office detectives became aware of an attempted unlawful solicitation of a child, according to a media release.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Flonestarrjusticeog%2Fvideos%2F944259933168673%2F&show_text=true&width=267&t=0" width="267" height="591" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>The online organization Motor City Justice contacted local authorities with the information. The facts were reviewed by Sheriff’s Office detectives and the Barton County Attorney’s Office. It was determined the best course of action would be to conduct a sting operation to capture the suspect.At 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, detectives facilitated a sting operation near the intersection of 24th and Washington in Great Bend. The suspect identified as 24-year-old Dakota Payne arrived at the scene believing he was meeting a juvenile female. Shortly thereafter, deputies arrested Payne without incident.He is being held on $100,000 bond on requested charges of indecent solicitation of a child, attempted exploitation of a child and electronic solicitation of a child.&nbsp;

🎥 Sheriff: Sting operation leads to Kansas sex crime arrest

SEDGWICK COUNTY — A Kansas felon accused in the Sept. 7 mass shooting at a Wichita night club and arrested in Arizona is back in a Kansas jail.

Keshawn Dawson, 23, was booked into the Sedgwick County<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20044181"> Jail just after 4p.m.</a> Wednesday, according to online jail records.

On Oct. 8, U.S. Marshals arrested Dawson in Phoenix Arizona., according to officer Charley Davidson. Dawson is being held on requested charges that include murder, aggravated battery and more stemming from a shooting that killed 34-year-old Preston Spencer and injured six others with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.

At approximately 12:40 a.m. on Sept. 7, officers responded to a shooting call at the Enigma Club, 351 N. Mosely.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers located multiple victims that were all transported to an area hospital for medical treatment.&nbsp; The investigation revealed Dawson got into a disturbance earlier inside the club and was forced to leave.&nbsp; Dawson returned a short time later and fired multiple rounds with a handgun through windows into the club from the outside, striking the victims.

In addition, Dawson had active felony Sedgwick County warrants and was prohibited from possessing a firearm due to previous felony convictions, according to Davidson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634817510235.png" alt="Dawson photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Dawson photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — A Kansas felon accused in the Sept. 7 mass shooting at a Wichita night club and arrested in Arizona is back in a Kansas jail.Keshawn Dawson, 23, was booked into the Sedgwick County<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20044181"> Jail just after 4p.m.</a> Wednesday, according to online jail records.On Oct. 8, U.S. Marshals arrested Dawson in Phoenix Arizona., according to officer Charley Davidson. Dawson is being held on requested charges that include murder, aggravated battery and more stemming from a shooting that killed 34-year-old Preston Spencer and injured six others with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.At approximately 12:40 a.m. on Sept. 7, officers responded to a shooting call at the Enigma Club, 351 N. Mosely.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers located multiple victims that were all transported to an area hospital for medical treatment.&nbsp; The investigation revealed Dawson got into a disturbance earlier inside the club and was forced to leave.&nbsp; Dawson returned a short time later and fired multiple rounds with a handgun through windows into the club from the outside, striking the victims.In addition, Dawson had active felony Sedgwick County warrants and was prohibited from possessing a firearm due to previous felony convictions, according to Davidson.

Suspect in fatal club shooting returned to Kansas to face charges

SHAWNEE COUNTY —A Kansas man has been sentenced to life in prison for the sexual abuse of his stepson, according to District Attorney Mike Kagy.

Steven Dale Dishner, 46,&nbsp; will be eligible to see the parole board after serving 25 years.&nbsp;

&nbsp;In July of 2017, the Topeka Police Department was contacted in reference to Dishner sexually abusing his stepson, who was 10 at the time of the report. 

The abuse was alleged to have occurred in 2011 and 2012. Dishner was arrested and charged in 2018. He was convicted of Aggravated Criminal Sodomy in October of 2018. However, in September of 2020 the Kansas Court of Appeals found that there was an error in the jury instructions during the first trial and the conviction was overturned. 

The case was then returned to district court for a new trial. Dishner was again convicted after a jury trial in September of 2021.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634744229557.png" alt="Dishner KBI offener registry" />
 <figcaption>Dishner KBI offener registry</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —A Kansas man has been sentenced to life in prison for the sexual abuse of his stepson, according to District Attorney Mike Kagy.Steven Dale Dishner, 46,&nbsp; will be eligible to see the parole board after serving 25 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;In July of 2017, the Topeka Police Department was contacted in reference to Dishner sexually abusing his stepson, who was 10 at the time of the report. The abuse was alleged to have occurred in 2011 and 2012. Dishner was arrested and charged in 2018. He was convicted of Aggravated Criminal Sodomy in October of 2018. However, in September of 2020 the Kansas Court of Appeals found that there was an error in the jury instructions during the first trial and the conviction was overturned. The case was then returned to district court for a new trial. Dishner was again convicted after a jury trial in September of 2021.

Kansas man sentenced for sex crimes involving 10-year-old

KANSAS CITY (AP) — A man from Overland Park, Kansas, was sentenced Tuesday to 19 years in federal prison for a series of armed robberies in Kansas City and Grandview, Missouri, three years ago.

U.S. District Judge Howard F. Sachs sentenced 28-year-old Joshua West, who pleaded guilty in April to robbery and firearms charges.

Federal prosecutors say that during July and August in 2018, West robbed a CVS Pharmacy, a Sprint store and the Phone Shack in Kansas City.

In Grandview, he tried to rob a T-Mobile store but a manager was able to lock him out before he could enter. Prosecutors say West pointed a gun at the at manager before walking away.

A short time later, West robbed a Grandview AT&amp;T store and ordered two workers and a customer into a back room. Another customer called 911, and West was arrested.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/4/1619644605432.png" alt="West photo Jackson Co." />
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — A man from Overland Park, Kansas, was sentenced Tuesday to 19 years in federal prison for a series of armed robberies in Kansas City and Grandview, Missouri, three years ago.U.S. District Judge Howard F. Sachs sentenced 28-year-old Joshua West, who pleaded guilty in April to robbery and firearms charges.Federal prosecutors say that during July and August in 2018, West robbed a CVS Pharmacy, a Sprint store and the Phone Shack in Kansas City.In Grandview, he tried to rob a T-Mobile store but a manager was able to lock him out before he could enter. Prosecutors say West pointed a gun at the at manager before walking away.A short time later, West robbed a Grandview AT&amp;T store and ordered two workers and a customer into a back room. Another customer called 911, and West was arrested.

Kansas man sentenced for series of armed robberies

RENO COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect after a standoff at a home in Hutchinson.

Just before 11:30a.m. Tuesday police responded to the area of the 300 block Logan Street in Hutchinson after Emergency Communications received a 911 call from a woman asking for help.  When officers arrived they learned from neighbors that an altercation had occurred at 311 Logan Street where a man was cursing at a woman. 

 Officers made contact with a woman at 311 Logan Street who reported her ex-boyfriend came into her residence uninvited and was refusing to leave. 

 The man was identified as 51-year-old Christopher St John of Hutchison.

Officers determined that St John had an absconder warrant for his arrest through the Kansas Department of Corrections. 

Officers established verbal communications with St John who barricaded himself in a bathroom and refused to come out.  He then started damaging property inside the bathroom and made threats to officers, and it was determined that he had access to weapons . 

 A perimeter was set, and the Emergency response Team was activated.   Lengthy negotiations took place and after nearly 5 hours St John came out of the residence. 

 St John refused to comply with commands and a police K-9 was deployed to assist in taking St John into custody. 

 During the event St John became physical with the police K9 but members of the Emergency Response team were able to place him into custody. 

 St John received medical treatment at the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center for lacerations.   In addition to the KDOC warrant St John was arrested on requested charges of Felony interference with Law Enforcement, Harming a police dog, Criminal Damage to Property, Disorderly Conduct, and Criminal Trespassing. 

HUTCHINSON— Police were called to the area of 3rd and Logan in Hutchinson just before 11:30 a.m. Tuesday for a person barricaded inside a home.

3rd Avenue was closed one block on each side of the scene. This appeared initially to be a domestic disturbance.&nbsp;

SWAT officers, the Sheriff's Office Bearkat and K-9 units were used to take one man into custody shortly after 3:30 p.m.

An ambulance had been called and officers checked to see if any additional people were inside the residence. Hutchinson Police Chief Jeff Hooper said that a woman alerted authorities to a trouble with a subject call.

Police were able to get her out of the home safely but the male subject barricaded himself inside the bathroom. He eventually came out and was subdued by one of the K-9 units before being taken to the hospital for treatment and then into custody. No names has been released at this time but Hooper did say the man is wanted by the US Marshalls Service.

There were no injuries other than to the subject which suffered several bites from the K-9 officer.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634724859380.png" alt="St. John has previous convictions that include forgery, obstruction and a violation of the offender registration act. photo KDOC" />
 <figcaption>St. John has previous convictions that include forgery, obstruction and a violation of the offender registration act. photo KDOC</figcaption>
 </figure>RENO COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect after a standoff at a home in Hutchinson.Just before 11:30a.m. Tuesday police responded to the area of the 300 block Logan Street in Hutchinson after Emergency Communications received a 911 call from a woman asking for help. When officers arrived they learned from neighbors that an altercation had occurred at 311 Logan Street where a man was cursing at a woman. Officers made contact with a woman at 311 Logan Street who reported her ex-boyfriend came into her residence uninvited and was refusing to leave. The man was identified as 51-year-old Christopher St John of Hutchison.Officers determined that St John had an absconder warrant for his arrest through the Kansas Department of Corrections. Officers established verbal communications with St John who barricaded himself in a bathroom and refused to come out. He then started damaging property inside the bathroom and made threats to officers, and it was determined that he had access to weapons . A perimeter was set, and the Emergency response Team was activated. Lengthy negotiations took place and after nearly 5 hours St John came out of the residence. St John refused to comply with commands and a police K-9 was deployed to assist in taking St John into custody. During the event St John became physical with the police K9 but members of the Emergency Response team were able to place him into custody. St John received medical treatment at the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center for lacerations. In addition to the KDOC warrant St John was arrested on requested charges of Felony interference with Law Enforcement, Harming a police dog, Criminal Damage to Property, Disorderly Conduct, and Criminal Trespassing. &nbsp; -------HUTCHINSON— Police were called to the area of 3rd and Logan in Hutchinson just before 11:30 a.m. Tuesday for a person barricaded inside a home.<figure>
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 </figure>3rd Avenue was closed one block on each side of the scene. This appeared initially to be a domestic disturbance.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>SWAT officers, the Sheriff's Office Bearkat and K-9 units were used to take one man into custody shortly after 3:30 p.m.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634676503533.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>An ambulance had been called and officers checked to see if any additional people were inside the residence. Hutchinson Police Chief Jeff Hooper said that a woman alerted authorities to a trouble with a subject call.Police were able to get her out of the home safely but the male subject barricaded himself inside the bathroom. He eventually came out and was subdued by one of the K-9 units before being taken to the hospital for treatment and then into custody. No names has been released at this time but Hooper did say the man is wanted by the US Marshalls Service.There were no injuries other than to the subject which suffered several bites from the K-9 officer.

Police: Wanted Kan. man accused of harming police dog during arrest

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A former Kansas middle school teacher who plead not guilty to nearly a dozen counts of sexual exploitation of a child was sentenced Monday.

Judge Eric Williams sentenced 41-year-old Cody Chitwood to 3 years probation with an underlying sentence of 64 months which means he would serve the prison sentence if he violates probation, must register as a sex offender for 25 years, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.&nbsp;He agreed to a plea deal in September.

In 2018, authorities arrested Chitwood after officials found more than 250 images and videos of child pornography on the electronic device they seized in an investigation.&nbsp;He taught special education at Derby Middle School and coached football, track and girls basketball.

The school district voted to fire him immediately.&nbsp; Chitwood was hired by the district in 2004.&nbsp;

Chitwood originally told investigators that “when you’re on the internet you see a lot of things” but added that he “never knowingly nor willing traded child pornography on any website.”

-The Associated Press contributed to this report

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 <figcaption>Chitwood photo KBI Offender Registry</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A former Kansas middle school teacher who plead not guilty to nearly a dozen counts of sexual exploitation of a child was sentenced Monday.Judge Eric Williams sentenced 41-year-old Cody Chitwood to 3 years probation with an underlying sentence of 64 months which means he would serve the prison sentence if he violates probation, must register as a sex offender for 25 years, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.&nbsp;He agreed to a plea deal in September.In 2018, authorities arrested Chitwood after officials found more than 250 images and videos of child pornography on the electronic device they seized in an investigation.&nbsp;He taught special education at Derby Middle School and coached football, track and girls basketball.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634582866381.png" alt="Chitwood from his 2018 arrest in Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Chitwood from his 2018 arrest in Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>The school district voted to fire him immediately.&nbsp; Chitwood was hired by the district in 2004.&nbsp;Chitwood originally told investigators that “when you’re on the internet you see a lot of things” but added that he “never knowingly nor willing traded child pornography on any website.”-The Associated Press contributed to this report

Judge: Former Kan. teacher must register as a sex offender

ATCHISON COUNTY —A man wanted in Missouri is in jail in Atchison&nbsp; County, Kansas, after an arrest early Tuesday.

According to Police Chief Mike Wilson, officers arrested Devon D. Wall, 25, Atchison, on a Buchanan County Missouri warrant for probation violation.&nbsp;

Authorities have arrested Wall seven times since September of 2019 on requested charges involving forgery, according to online jail records.

He remains in custody in Atchison County.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634648211949.png" alt="Wall-photo Atchison County Jail" />
 <figcaption>Wall-photo Atchison County Jail</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY —A man wanted in Missouri is in jail in Atchison&nbsp; County, Kansas, after an arrest early Tuesday.According to Police Chief Mike Wilson, officers arrested Devon D. Wall, 25, Atchison, on a Buchanan County Missouri warrant for probation violation.&nbsp;Authorities have arrested Wall seven times since September of 2019 on requested charges involving forgery, according to online jail records.He remains in custody in Atchison County.

Serial forger wanted in Missouri jailed in Kansas

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — An investigation is underway after a jail detainee was found dead at the Shawnee County Adult Detention Center in Topeka. 

The Shawnee County Department of Corrections says 58-year-old Curley Charles Anderson Jr. was booked into the jail on Friday on charges that included aggravated battery, driving while license suspended and reckless driving. 

At 4:14 p.m. Monday, authorities were alerted to a medical emergency and Anderson was found unresponsive in his cell. He was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. In addition to an internal investigation, the Kansas Bureau of Investigation is looking into Anderson’s death.

He had over a dozen previous felony convictions that included forgery, burglary, theft, criminal threat, aggravated battery, aiding a felon, driving while suspended and for drugs. He had been out of prison since January of 2020, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634666106913.png" alt="Anderson had over a dozen previous felony convictions that included forgery, burglary, theft, criminal threat, aggravated battery, aiding a felon, driving while suspended and for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections- photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Anderson had over a dozen previous felony convictions that included forgery, burglary, theft, criminal threat, aggravated battery, aiding a felon, driving while suspended and for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections- photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — An investigation is underway after a jail detainee was found dead at the Shawnee County Adult Detention Center in Topeka. The Shawnee County Department of Corrections says 58-year-old Curley Charles Anderson Jr. was booked into the jail on Friday on charges that included aggravated battery, driving while license suspended and reckless driving. At 4:14 p.m. Monday, authorities were alerted to a medical emergency and Anderson was found unresponsive in his cell. He was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. In addition to an internal investigation, the Kansas Bureau of Investigation is looking into Anderson’s death.He had over a dozen previous felony convictions that included forgery, burglary, theft, criminal threat, aggravated battery, aiding a felon, driving while suspended and for drugs. He had been out of prison since January of 2020, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections.

Kan. man arrested Friday found unresponsive in jail cell

MANHATTAN— A Manhattan man has been arrested in connection to two arson fires in Aggieville.

Just after 1:30 p.m. Monday, the Manhattan Fire Department was dispatched for what was believed to be an electrical fire in the 1200 block of Moro Street, according to police spokesperson Aaron Wintermote.

Fire investigators indicated the fire appeared to be an arson set with a device commonly known as a Molotov cocktail.

RCPD officers responded to the location and quickly identified 36-year-old Matthew Spooner of Manhattan as the suspect.

While officers were looking for Spooner, the Riley County Communications Center received an additional call around 7:45 p.m. for a fire also set with a Molotov cocktail in the 1100 block of Laramie Street.

Fire crews and police officers responded to the scene where a witness said they had observed Spooner set the fire and leave the area.

RCPD officers, with the assistance of Kansas State University Police, located and detained Spooner in the Aggieville area a short time later. He was transported to RCPD for questioning and later arrested on requested charges of of aggravated arson and two counts of criminal use of explosives. He is currently being held in the Riley County Jail in lieu of bond.

Until about a week ago, Spooner was a research assistant in the Biology Department of Kansas State University. His LinkedIn account lists Biology Division Storeroom Manager as his occupation. Six days ago K-State posted a job opening for Biology Storeroom Manager.

MANHATTAN— A Manhattan man has been arrested in connection to two arson fires in Aggieville.Just after 1:30 p.m. Monday, the Manhattan Fire Department was dispatched for what was believed to be an electrical fire in the 1200 block of Moro Street, according to police spokesperson Aaron Wintermote. Fire investigators indicated the fire appeared to be an arson set with a device commonly known as a Molotov cocktail.RCPD officers responded to the location and quickly identified 36-year-old Matthew Spooner of Manhattan as the suspect.While officers were looking for Spooner, the Riley County Communications Center received an additional call around 7:45 p.m. for a fire also set with a Molotov cocktail in the 1100 block of Laramie Street.Fire crews and police officers responded to the scene where a witness said they had observed Spooner set the fire and leave the area.RCPD officers, with the assistance of Kansas State University Police, located and detained Spooner in the Aggieville area a short time later. He was transported to RCPD for questioning and later arrested on requested charges of of aggravated arson and two counts of criminal use of explosives. He is currently being held in the Riley County Jail in lieu of bond.Until about a week ago, Spooner was a research assistant in the Biology Department of Kansas State University. His LinkedIn account lists Biology Division Storeroom Manager as his occupation. Six days ago K-State posted a job opening for Biology Storeroom Manager.

Manhattan man accused of setting two fires in Aggieville

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a stabbing that sent a man to the hospital have made an arrest.

On Friday, police asking the public for assistance locating a person of interest in the stabbing as 41-year-old Keisson Smith.

On Monday, police detectives received information of his&nbsp;location after he requested to turn himself in.&nbsp; Police arrested and transported Smith&nbsp; to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections, according to Lt. Jerry Monasmith.

On Friday, police responded to the 1100 Block of SW Clay Street in Topeka regarding a recent stabbing call for service, according to Monasmith.  The victim, a 45-year-old Topeka man, sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the incident.

Smith is being held on requested charges that include Aggravated battery, Aggravated assault and Felon in possession of a firearm

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a stabbing&nbsp; that sent a man to the hospital and asking the public for assistance locating a person of interest identified as 41-year-old Keisson Smith.

On Friday, police responded to the 1100 Block of SW Clay Street in Topeka regarding a recent stabbing call for service, according to Lt. Jerry Monasmith.&nbsp; The victim, a 45-year-old Topeka man,m sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the incident. another.

&nbsp;Anyone with information about Smith’s location, including past sightings, is asked to call the police at 785-368-9551 or email telltpd@topeka.org.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634644866736.png" alt="Smith photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Smith photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a stabbing that sent a man to the hospital have made an arrest.On Friday, police asking the public for assistance locating a person of interest in the stabbing as 41-year-old Keisson Smith.On Monday, police detectives received information of his&nbsp;location after he requested to turn himself in.&nbsp; Police arrested and transported Smith&nbsp; to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections, according to Lt. Jerry Monasmith.On Friday, police responded to the 1100 Block of SW Clay Street in Topeka regarding a recent stabbing call for service, according to Monasmith. The victim, a 45-year-old Topeka man, sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the incident.Smith is being held on requested charges that include Aggravated battery, Aggravated assault and Felon in possession of a firearm---------------SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a stabbing&nbsp; that sent a man to the hospital and asking the public for assistance locating a person of interest identified as 41-year-old Keisson Smith.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634406705569.png" alt="Smith photo Topeka Police" />
 <figcaption>Smith photo Topeka Police</figcaption>
 </figure>On Friday, police responded to the 1100 Block of SW Clay Street in Topeka regarding a recent stabbing call for service, according to Lt. Jerry Monasmith.&nbsp; The victim, a 45-year-old Topeka man,m sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the incident. another.&nbsp;Anyone with information about Smith’s location, including past sightings, is asked to call the police at 785-368-9551 or email telltpd@topeka.org.

Police: Wanted Kansas stabbing suspect turns himself in

PAWNEE COUNTY—A third accomplice arrested in connection with the escape of John Freeman Colt from the sex offender treatment program at the Larned State Hospital made her first court appearance Monday.

Sydni Eileen Hartman, 29, is charged with Obstructing in the Apprehension or Prosecution of a Registered Sex Offender; Traffic in Contraband in a Care and Treatment Facility while employed by the Kansas Dept. for Aging and Disability Services and Conspiracy to commit Aggravated Escape from the Sexual Predator Treatment Program, ccording to Pawnee County Attorney Doug McNett.

The other two accomplices in the escape identified as&nbsp;Rachel Rena Perez, 50, Larned, and Liliana Guadalupe Houser, 45 now of Garden City,  were employed by Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services leading up to the time of the escape.&nbsp;

Perez is charged with a 15 count Felony Criminal Complaint. Houser is charged with a 13 count Felony Criminal Complaint, according to the Pawnee Co. Attorney's office.

<a href="https://www.usmarshals.gov/news/chron/2021/colt.pdf"> John Freeman Colt</a>, 42, was sentenced on Dec. 14, 2001, to five years in state prison for aggravated sexual battery, attempted rape, aggravated burglary, and four counts of aggravated battery against law enforcement. He was required to register as a sexual offender for the remainder of his life.

After his criminal sentence was completed, the State of Kansas courts deemed him a Sexually Violent Predator at high risk to commit a future sex offense and too dangerous to be released. He was indefinitely civilly committed and sent to the Larned State Hospital’s Sexual Predator Treatment Program in 2007, where he has resided until the escape.

Investigators believe Colt planned his escape several months in advance, obtaining a replica of a staff ID badge and dress clothes. The morning of his escape he shaved off his long hair and beard. He put blankets under his bed covers making it appear he was still in bed sleeping. He was then able to convince a new staff worker (that he targeted) that he was in fact a new doctor and needed help finding his way out. Posing as a doctor, Colt was able to make his way past five secured doors and ultimately outside the gates.

Several hours passed before staff noticed he was missing and alerted the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office.

After escaping, Colt received a ride from a local farmer into Larned, where he was last seen leaving a hardware store on a motorcycle he’d purchased prior to his escape with the help of an accomplice.&nbsp; U.S. Marshals arrested him in Wayne County Utah on Sept. 27.

A Preliminary Hearings for Hartman has been scheduled for November 1, 2021. She remains jailed on a 75,000 bond, according to the county attorney.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634300894930.png" alt="Hartman -photo Pawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Hartman -photo Pawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>PAWNEE COUNTY—A third accomplice arrested in connection with the escape of John Freeman Colt from the sex offender treatment program at the Larned State Hospital made her first court appearance Monday.Sydni Eileen Hartman, 29, is charged with Obstructing in the Apprehension or Prosecution of a Registered Sex Offender; Traffic in Contraband in a Care and Treatment Facility while employed by the Kansas Dept. for Aging and Disability Services and Conspiracy to commit Aggravated Escape from the Sexual Predator Treatment Program, ccording to Pawnee County Attorney Doug McNett.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/9/1632850718422.png" alt="Colt-photo Sevier Co. Utah Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Colt-photo Sevier Co. Utah Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>The other two accomplices in the escape identified as&nbsp;Rachel Rena Perez, 50, Larned, and Liliana Guadalupe Houser, 45 now of Garden City, were employed by Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services leading up to the time of the escape.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634076399777.png" alt="Perez -photo Pawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Perez -photo Pawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Perez is charged with a 15 count Felony Criminal Complaint. Houser is charged with a 13 count Felony Criminal Complaint, according to the Pawnee Co. Attorney's office.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634076547899.png" alt="Houser photo Pawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Houser photo Pawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.usmarshals.gov/news/chron/2021/colt.pdf"> John Freeman Colt</a>, 42, was sentenced on Dec. 14, 2001, to five years in state prison for aggravated sexual battery, attempted rape, aggravated burglary, and four counts of aggravated battery against law enforcement. He was required to register as a sexual offender for the remainder of his life.After his criminal sentence was completed, the State of Kansas courts deemed him a Sexually Violent Predator at high risk to commit a future sex offense and too dangerous to be released. He was indefinitely civilly committed and sent to the Larned State Hospital’s Sexual Predator Treatment Program in 2007, where he has resided until the escape.Investigators believe Colt planned his escape several months in advance, obtaining a replica of a staff ID badge and dress clothes. The morning of his escape he shaved off his long hair and beard. He put blankets under his bed covers making it appear he was still in bed sleeping. He was then able to convince a new staff worker (that he targeted) that he was in fact a new doctor and needed help finding his way out. Posing as a doctor, Colt was able to make his way past five secured doors and ultimately outside the gates.Several hours passed before staff noticed he was missing and alerted the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office.After escaping, Colt received a ride from a local farmer into Larned, where he was last seen leaving a hardware store on a motorcycle he’d purchased prior to his escape with the help of an accomplice.&nbsp; U.S. Marshals arrested him in Wayne County Utah on Sept. 27.A Preliminary Hearings for Hartman has been scheduled for November 1, 2021. She remains jailed on a 75,000 bond, according to the county attorney.

3rd employee charged in escape from Kan. sex offender program

SEDGWICK COUNTY—A Kansas man accused in the drive-by shooting at a home in Wichita that critically injured an 11-year-old girl who was sleeping in her bed had recently been released from prison.

On Thursday, police arrested <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18777609">25-year-old Byron Monroe Purcell</a> on <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18777609">requested charges</a> of aggravated assault, aggravated battery and weapons, drug and parole violation charges, according to the online jail records.

Since Nov. 2017 Purcell was in one of several Kansas prisons following three convictions for aggravated&nbsp; robbery. The state also reported Purcell had over&nbsp; two dozen disciplinary violation during his time in prison. He was released in June, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections.

He's accused of being the gunman in a shooting that happened early Oct. 12 in a Wichita neighborhood in which bullets hit a house.

Police say the<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/victim-of-shooting-family-needs-help?member=14541373&amp;sharetype=teams&amp;utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&amp;utm_medium=more&amp;utm_source=customer"> 11-year-old girl </a>was in the house and asleep in her bed when she was hit by the gunfire. She was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. Police say four other people in the home at the time of the shooting were not injured.

The Sedgwick County County District attorney's office had not released when Purcell will make his first appearance in court.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634298594579.png" alt="Purcell photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Purcell photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—A Kansas man accused in the drive-by shooting at a home in Wichita that critically injured an 11-year-old girl who was sleeping in her bed had recently been released from prison.On Thursday, police arrested <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18777609">25-year-old Byron Monroe Purcell</a> on <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18777609">requested charges</a> of aggravated assault, aggravated battery and weapons, drug and parole violation charges, according to the online jail records. Since Nov. 2017 Purcell was in one of several Kansas prisons following three convictions for aggravated&nbsp; robbery. The state also reported Purcell had over&nbsp; two dozen disciplinary violation during his time in prison. He was released in June, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634162750977.png" alt="Image of the suspect vehicle driving by the home early Tuesday-Wichita Police" />
 <figcaption>Image of the suspect vehicle driving by the home early Tuesday-Wichita Police</figcaption>
 </figure>He's accused of being the gunman in a shooting that happened early Oct. 12 in a Wichita neighborhood in which bullets hit a house.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634171148198.png" alt="A cousin established a <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/victim-of-shooting-family-needs-help?member=14541373&amp;sharetype=teams&amp;utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&amp;utm_medium=more&amp;utm_source=customer">GoFundMe page </a>to help the girl's family with medical expenses. She was in the ICU at a Wichita hospital late Wednesday, according to the fundraiser account." />
 <figcaption>A cousin established a <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/victim-of-shooting-family-needs-help?member=14541373&amp;sharetype=teams&amp;utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&amp;utm_medium=more&amp;utm_source=customer">GoFundMe page </a>to help the girl's family with medical expenses. She was in the ICU at a Wichita hospital late Wednesday, according to the fundraiser account.</figcaption>
 </figure> Police say the<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/victim-of-shooting-family-needs-help?member=14541373&amp;sharetype=teams&amp;utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&amp;utm_medium=more&amp;utm_source=customer"> 11-year-old girl </a>was in the house and asleep in her bed when she was hit by the gunfire. She was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. Police say four other people in the home at the time of the shooting were not injured.The Sedgwick County County District attorney's office had not released when Purcell will make his first appearance in court.---------

Suspect in shooting of 11-year-old was just released from Kan. prison

FINNEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on felony charges after a weekend arrest.

Just after 9:30 a.m. Oct. 15., police checked a suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of S. 3rd Street in Garden City, according to a media release.

Officers made contact with 40-year-old Elliot Schuckman&nbsp; and 44-year-old&nbsp; Claudia Astudillo both of Scott City.

 After further investigation, a search of the vehicle was conducted, where suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were located. Schuckman and Astudillo were arrested at the scene. A 1-year-old child who was in the vehicle during the incident was taken into Police Protective Custody.&nbsp;

Schuckman and Astudillo remain in the Finney County Jail on requested charges of Aggravated Child Endangerment, Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, and Felony Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634586913306.png" alt="Schuckman photo Finney Co." />
 <figcaption>Schuckman photo Finney Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>FINNEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on felony charges after a weekend arrest.Just after 9:30 a.m. Oct. 15., police checked a suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of S. 3rd Street in Garden City, according to a media release.Officers made contact with 40-year-old Elliot Schuckman&nbsp; and 44-year-old&nbsp; Claudia Astudillo both of Scott City. After further investigation, a search of the vehicle was conducted, where suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were located. Schuckman and Astudillo were arrested at the scene. A 1-year-old child who was in the vehicle during the incident was taken into Police Protective Custody.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634586970633.png" alt="Astudillo photo Finney Co." />
 <figcaption>Astudillo photo Finney Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Schuckman and Astudillo remain in the Finney County Jail on requested charges of Aggravated Child Endangerment, Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, and Felony Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Police find 1-year-old in car during SW Kansas drug bust

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting and have a suspect in custody.

Just after&nbsp;5:37 p.m. Saturday, police were dispatched to a disturbance and possible shots fired in the area of SE 31st Street and SE Adams Street in Topeka, according to Lt. Ron Ekis.

&nbsp;The investigation led to the arrest of Leonardo Martinez-Sanchez, 36, of Topeka, on requested charges of Shooting at an Occupied Vehicle, Aggravated Assault, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Assault, Battery and&nbsp;Criminal Damage, according to Ekis. He remains in custody, according to online jail records.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634562680873.png" alt="Martinez-Sanchez-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Martinez-Sanchez-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting and have a suspect in custody.Just after&nbsp;5:37 p.m. Saturday, police were dispatched to a disturbance and possible shots fired in the area of SE 31st Street and SE Adams Street in Topeka, according to Lt. Ron Ekis.&nbsp;The investigation led to the arrest of Leonardo Martinez-Sanchez, 36, of Topeka, on requested charges of Shooting at an Occupied Vehicle, Aggravated Assault, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Assault, Battery and&nbsp;Criminal Damage, according to Ekis. He remains in custody, according to online jail records.

Police arrest Kan. man for alleged shooting at occupied vehicle

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — A suspect in a shooting death in Lawrence has been transferred back to&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;after being arrested in&nbsp;Tennessee.

Andrel Darnell Spats Jr., 19, was arrested Oct. 6 in Three Way, Tennessee. He was booked into the Douglas County Jail on Sunday evening and is being held on $1 million bond while awaiting formal charges.

He is the second suspect in the death of 21-year-old Christian Willis in central Lawrence on Sept. 8.

Javier Romero, 18, has been charged with first-degree murder and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1633554885919.png" alt="Spates after his arrest by U.S. Marshals in Madison County, Tennessee" />
 <figcaption>Spates after his arrest by U.S. Marshals in Madison County, Tennessee</figcaption>
 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — A suspect in a shooting death in Lawrence has been transferred back to&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;after being arrested in&nbsp;Tennessee.Andrel Darnell Spats Jr., 19, was arrested Oct. 6 in Three Way, Tennessee. He was booked into the Douglas County Jail on Sunday evening and is being held on $1 million bond while awaiting formal charges.He is the second suspect in the death of 21-year-old Christian Willis in central Lawrence on Sept. 8.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/9/1631932120397.png" alt="Romero photo Douglas Co." />
 <figcaption>Romero photo Douglas Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Javier Romero, 18, has been charged with first-degree murder and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.

Shooting suspect captured in Tennessee is back in Kan. jail

CRAWFORD COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating the death of a 20-year-old man who was assaulted by another inmate while in custody at the Crawford County Jail, according to a media release from the agency.

Preliminary information indicates that at around 1:15 p.m. on Oct. 16, corrections officers at the Jail were called to an injured inmate. 

When they arrived at the jail pod, a common area accessible to several inmates, they located Dante M. Martinez, 20, of Pittsburg. Martinez was suffering from severe injuries. EMS responded and provided medical aid. They transported Martinez to Girard Medical Center.

Following a review of video surveillance from the incident area, it was determined that 25-year-old Gavin P. Wood, of Arma, had attacked Martinez causing his injuries.&nbsp;

Martinez was later transported to Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. Just before 9p.m. on Oct. 16, he was pronounced deceased from his injuries. An autopsy has been scheduled.

At approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Wood was charged with second-degree murder, and arrested on the new charge.

By statute, the KBI investigates all in-custody deaths which occur in Kansas jails and prisons unless the inmate who dies is being regularly attended by a physician, or the death is ruled natural by autopsy. On Saturday, the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office asked the KBI to investigate.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634586113919.png" alt="Wood photo Crawford Co." />
 <figcaption>Wood photo Crawford Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>CRAWFORD COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating the death of a 20-year-old man who was assaulted by another inmate while in custody at the Crawford County Jail, according to a media release from the agency.Preliminary information indicates that at around 1:15 p.m. on Oct. 16, corrections officers at the Jail were called to an injured inmate. When they arrived at the jail pod, a common area accessible to several inmates, they located Dante M. Martinez, 20, of Pittsburg. Martinez was suffering from severe injuries. EMS responded and provided medical aid. They transported Martinez to Girard Medical Center.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634586209007.png" alt="Martinez photo Crawford Co." />
 <figcaption>Martinez photo Crawford Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Following a review of video surveillance from the incident area, it was determined that 25-year-old Gavin P. Wood, of Arma, had attacked Martinez causing his injuries.&nbsp;Martinez was later transported to Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. Just before 9p.m. on Oct. 16, he was pronounced deceased from his injuries. An autopsy has been scheduled.At approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Wood was charged with second-degree murder, and arrested on the new charge.By statute, the KBI investigates all in-custody deaths which occur in Kansas jails and prisons unless the inmate who dies is being regularly attended by a physician, or the death is ruled natural by autopsy. On Saturday, the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office asked the KBI to investigate.

Inmate arrested for murder after assault at Kansas county jail 

CRAWFORD COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating the fatal shooting of a Kansas teen have made an arrest.

Just before 6:30p.m. Saturday, police&nbsp;were called to 415 S. Broadway Street Apt. 15 in Pittsburg after a woman was found on the floor of the apartment, bleeding. 

The caller reported finding the door to the apartment open and seeing the victim lying on the floor. Police and EMS responded to the scene and the the victim later identified as&nbsp; 18- year-old Jase Elizabeth Delich of Pittsburg was pronounced deceased, according to Police Lt. Rebekah Lynch.

Evidence located at the crime scene indicates Delich was shot with a handgun. 

Through review of surveillance footage in the area, combined with witness interviews, investigators were able to quickly identify the shooting suspect as 23-year-old Bri’yon Ezra Baker, of Tennessee. Information gathered indicated Baker was likely on foot in the area with no transportation. 

Just after 12 a.m. Sunday, police located Baker walking in the area of 16th Street and Joplin Street.&nbsp; Officers detained hime and he was found to be in possession of a handgun. 

Police brought him to the police department for questioning and later arrested him on requested charges for 2nd Degree Murder. He is being held in Crawford County Jail on a $1,000,000 bond.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634570832767.png" alt="Baker photo Crawford County" />
 <figcaption>Baker photo Crawford County</figcaption>
 </figure>CRAWFORD COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating the fatal shooting of a Kansas teen have made an arrest.Just before 6:30p.m. Saturday, police&nbsp;were called to 415 S. Broadway Street Apt. 15 in Pittsburg after a woman was found on the floor of the apartment, bleeding. The caller reported finding the door to the apartment open and seeing the victim lying on the floor. Police and EMS responded to the scene and the the victim later identified as&nbsp; 18- year-old Jase Elizabeth Delich of Pittsburg was pronounced deceased, according to Police Lt. Rebekah Lynch.Evidence located at the crime scene indicates Delich was shot with a handgun. Through review of surveillance footage in the area, combined with witness interviews, investigators were able to quickly identify the shooting suspect as 23-year-old Bri’yon Ezra Baker, of Tennessee. Information gathered indicated Baker was likely on foot in the area with no transportation. Just after 12 a.m. Sunday, police located Baker walking in the area of 16th Street and Joplin Street.&nbsp; Officers detained hime and he was found to be in possession of a handgun. Police brought him to the police department for questioning and later arrested him on requested charges for 2nd Degree Murder. He is being held in Crawford County Jail on a $1,000,000 bond.

Suspect jailed in fatal shooting of 18-year-old Kan. woman

JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on drug charges after a traffic stop.

Just after 8:30a.m. Friday, a sheriff's deputy stopped a 2018 Toyota Forerunner for an alleged traffic infraction on 126th Road east of U.S. 75, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

 During the course of the traffic stop, the deputy discovered illegal narcotics.  The driver, Richard Nguyen, 28, of Memphis, Tennessee was arrested for possession of cocaine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia and criminal use of a weapon.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634436677799.png" alt="Nguyen photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Nguyen photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on drug charges after a traffic stop.Just after 8:30a.m. Friday, a sheriff's deputy stopped a 2018 Toyota Forerunner for an alleged traffic infraction on 126th Road east of U.S. 75, according to Sheriff Tim Morse. During the course of the traffic stop, the deputy discovered illegal narcotics. The driver, Richard Nguyen, 28, of Memphis, Tennessee was arrested for possession of cocaine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia and criminal use of a weapon.

Sheriff: Tennessee man was transporting cocaine in Kansas 

KANSAS CITY, KAN. – Four people received prison sentences following convictions in relation to a drug trafficking ring that operated for years in the Kansas City metropolitan area, according to the United State's Attorney.

The Jackson County Drug Task Force began an undercover operation in 2016 surrounding a drug trafficking ring, according to court documents.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) later partnered in the investigation which included controlled purchases of confirmed methamphetamine and surveillance. In 2019, law enforcement arrested Juan Ceniceros, 28, of Kansas City, Missouri, and several of co-conspirators including Ryan Goodall, 25; Julio Rodriguez; 57, and Donald Brown, 51.

Juan Ceniceros was sentenced to 144 months in prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. He also pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

Ryan Goodall was sentenced to 124 months in prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and distribute of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Goodall also pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

Julio Rodriguez of Glendale, Arizona, was sentenced to 70 months in prison for possession with the intent to distribute a mixture and substance containing 50 grams or more of methamphetamine.

Donald Brown of Kansas City, Missouri, was sentenced to 81 months in prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and distribution of methamphetamine.

“The fact that this investigation spanned several years is a testament to the patience and steadfast dedication of local and federal law enforcement agencies. Their commitment to staying with the investigation as long as necessary ensured appropriate convictions for this illegal behavior which harms our communities,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Duston Slinkard.

The Jackson County Drug Task Force, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) investigated the case. The United States Marshals Service assisted with identification and apprehension in this matter. Assistant U.S. Attorney Sheri Catania prosecuted the case. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634070467617.png" alt="Ceniceros photo Wyandotte Co." />
 <figcaption>Ceniceros photo Wyandotte Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, KAN. – Four people received prison sentences following convictions in relation to a drug trafficking ring that operated for years in the Kansas City metropolitan area, according to the United State's Attorney.The Jackson County Drug Task Force began an undercover operation in 2016 surrounding a drug trafficking ring, according to court documents.The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) later partnered in the investigation which included controlled purchases of confirmed methamphetamine and surveillance. In 2019, law enforcement arrested Juan Ceniceros, 28, of Kansas City, Missouri, and several of co-conspirators including Ryan Goodall, 25; Julio Rodriguez; 57, and Donald Brown, 51.Juan Ceniceros was sentenced to 144 months in prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. He also pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634070625713.png" alt="Goodall photo Wyandotte Co" />
 <figcaption>Goodall photo Wyandotte Co</figcaption>
 </figure>Ryan Goodall was sentenced to 124 months in prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and distribute of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Goodall also pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634070704138.png" alt=" Rodriguez-photo Wyandotte Co." />
 <figcaption> Rodriguez-photo Wyandotte Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Julio Rodriguez of Glendale, Arizona, was sentenced to 70 months in prison for possession with the intent to distribute a mixture and substance containing 50 grams or more of methamphetamine.Donald Brown of Kansas City, Missouri, was sentenced to 81 months in prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and distribution of methamphetamine.“The fact that this investigation spanned several years is a testament to the patience and steadfast dedication of local and federal law enforcement agencies. Their commitment to staying with the investigation as long as necessary ensured appropriate convictions for this illegal behavior which harms our communities,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Duston Slinkard.The Jackson County Drug Task Force, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) investigated the case. The United States Marshals Service assisted with identification and apprehension in this matter. Assistant U.S. Attorney Sheri Catania prosecuted the case.

4 sentenced for role in Kansas City-area drug ring

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) — The person who ran an Overland Park day care was fired after police began investigating allegations of child abuse at the center. A spokesman for The Learning Express said Sunday that the franchise owner of the location in Overland Park was fired for “failing to meet our standard of care.” 

The independently owned day care is a franchise location of the Deerfield Beach, Florida-based company. Overland Park Police said Thursday that officers are investigating nine reports of child abuse at the center. That investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been reported.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) — The person who ran an Overland Park day care was fired after police began investigating allegations of child abuse at the center. A spokesman for The Learning Express said Sunday that the franchise owner of the location in Overland Park was fired for “failing to meet our standard of care.” The independently owned day care is a franchise location of the Deerfield Beach, Florida-based company. Overland Park Police said Thursday that officers are investigating nine reports of child abuse at the center. That investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been reported.

Day care manager in Kan. fired as police investigate reports of abuse

KANSAS CITY (AP) — A man charged with killing six people on or near trails in south Kansas City, Missouri, in 2016 and 2017 is now set to stand trial next year.

A judge on Thursday set Fredrick Scott’s first-degree murder trial date for Sept. 6, 2022. Earlier this year, Scott had been found not mentally competent to stand in the separate shooting deaths of 57-year-old Steven Gibbons; 54-year-old John Palmer; 67-year-old David Lenox; 57-year-old Timothy Rice; 61-year-old Michael Darby; and 64-year-old Karen Harmeyer.

All of the killings occurred in 2016 and 2017 along city hiking and biking trails that frightened the community and users of the trails. Scott has been in custody since his arrest nearly four years ago.

Police have said that in the days before his arrest, Scott reported four handguns stolen from him. Police believe those guns were used in the killings and that Scott reported them stolen to throw off investigators.

Police have said Scott told detectives after his arrest that he was angry about the 2015 shooting death of his half brother. Scott’s mother has said he suffered from delusions.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1623839245972.png" alt="Scott photo Jackson County" />
 <figcaption>Scott photo Jackson County</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — A man charged with killing six people on or near trails in south Kansas City, Missouri, in 2016 and 2017 is now set to stand trial next year.A judge on Thursday set Fredrick Scott’s first-degree murder trial date for Sept. 6, 2022. Earlier this year, Scott had been found not mentally competent to stand in the separate shooting deaths of 57-year-old Steven Gibbons; 54-year-old John Palmer; 67-year-old David Lenox; 57-year-old Timothy Rice; 61-year-old Michael Darby; and 64-year-old Karen Harmeyer.All of the killings occurred in 2016 and 2017 along city hiking and biking trails that frightened the community and users of the trails. Scott has been in custody since his arrest nearly four years ago.Police have said that in the days before his arrest, Scott reported four handguns stolen from him. Police believe those guns were used in the killings and that Scott reported them stolen to throw off investigators.Police have said Scott told detectives after his arrest that he was angry about the 2015 shooting death of his half brother. Scott’s mother has said he suffered from delusions.

Trial set for murder of 6 on Kansas City hiking, biking trail

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a fatal hotel shooting continue to search for a suspect identified as&nbsp;31-year-old Patricio Gomez.

Just before 6:30 p.m. Sept. 30, police responded to a shooting call at&nbsp;Extended Stay America, 9450 E Corporate Hills, in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers located 42-year-old Michael Martinez of Wichita who had been shot.&nbsp; He was pronounced deceased on the scene.&nbsp;

Investigators learned Gomez and a woman later identified as 35-year-old Shae Roberts arrived at the hotel regarding an illegal drug transaction.&nbsp; During the transaction, a disturbance ensued and Gomez fired multiple shots at Martinez, striking him.&nbsp; Gomez and the Roberts fled the scene in a black Cadillac Escalade.

On Oct. 1, police located the Cadillac outside of a hotel in Park City and on Oct. 7, police arrested Robers. She has been&nbsp;charged with 1st&nbsp;degree murder and attempted distribution of methamphetamine, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.&nbsp; <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=399685">She remains jailed on a&nbsp;</a> $500,000 bond.&nbsp;&nbsp;

If you know the whereabouts of Gomez or see him, please call 911.  He should be considered armed and dangerous.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1633117408445.png" alt="Gomez should be considered armed and dangerous, according to police." />
 <figcaption>Gomez should be considered armed and dangerous, according to police.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a fatal hotel shooting continue to search for a suspect identified as&nbsp;31-year-old Patricio Gomez.Just before 6:30 p.m. Sept. 30, police responded to a shooting call at&nbsp;Extended Stay America, 9450 E Corporate Hills, in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers located 42-year-old Michael Martinez of Wichita who had been shot.&nbsp; He was pronounced deceased on the scene.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1633117696289.png" alt="Police outside a hotel in Park City where they recovered the Esclade-photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police outside a hotel in Park City where they recovered the Esclade-photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>Investigators learned Gomez and a woman later identified as 35-year-old Shae Roberts arrived at the hotel regarding an illegal drug transaction.&nbsp; During the transaction, a disturbance ensued and Gomez fired multiple shots at Martinez, striking him.&nbsp; Gomez and the Roberts fled the scene in a black Cadillac Escalade.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634486646051.png" alt="Roberts-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Roberts-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>On Oct. 1, police located the Cadillac outside of a hotel in Park City and on Oct. 7, police arrested Robers. She has been&nbsp;charged with 1st&nbsp;degree murder and attempted distribution of methamphetamine, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.&nbsp; <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=399685">She remains jailed on a&nbsp;</a> $500,000 bond.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you know the whereabouts of Gomez or see him, please call 911. He should be considered armed and dangerous.

Police continue search for suspect in Kansas drug deal killing 

JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating four suspects on multiple charges after a Kansas traffic stop.

Just before 3p.m. Oct. 13, a sheriff’s deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 2001 Lincoln Town Car south of Mayetta for an alleged registration violation, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

A Jackson County K-9 alerted to the presence of illegal narcotics within the vehicle.  Deputies arrested the driver, Elizabeth Marie Willis, 32, of Lawrence on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug and drug paraphernalia.

A passenger, Dustin Michael Voelker, 33, of Tonganoxie was jailed on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug and drug paraphernalia.

Passenger, Charity Lynn Schultz, 42, of Ottawa is in custody on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

A third passenger, Natasha Rena Popp, 49, of Salina is custody on requested charges that incoude possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug and drug paraphernalia, according to Morse.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634243368498.png" alt="Willis-photo Jackson Co." />
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 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating four suspects on multiple charges after a Kansas traffic stop.Just before 3p.m. Oct. 13, a sheriff’s deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 2001 Lincoln Town Car south of Mayetta for an alleged registration violation, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.A Jackson County K-9 alerted to the presence of illegal narcotics within the vehicle. Deputies arrested the driver, Elizabeth Marie Willis, 32, of Lawrence on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug and drug paraphernalia.<figure>
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 </figure>A passenger, Dustin Michael Voelker, 33, of Tonganoxie was jailed on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug and drug paraphernalia.<figure>
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 </figure>Passenger, Charity Lynn Schultz, 42, of Ottawa is in custody on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.<figure>
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 </figure>A third passenger, Natasha Rena Popp, 49, of Salina is custody on requested charges that incoude possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug and drug paraphernalia, according to Morse.

4 jailed after Kan. sheriff's K9 alerts to drugs during traffic stop

BARBER COUNTY — A Kansas man was sentenced to life in prison Friday for a July 2020 murder, according to Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt.

Clinton Wayne Rogers, 35, of Medicine Lodge, was sentenced by Barber County District Court Judge Francis Meisenheimer. Rogers was sentenced to life in a Kansas Department of Corrections facility without the possibility of parole for 653 months on one count of first degree murder. Rogers pleaded guilty to the charge on October 1.

Rogers was convicted for the July 26, 2020, murder of Joyce A. Foulkrod in Medicine Lodge. A family member found Foulkrod deceased inside her home at 3 Whitney Lane in Medicine Lodge.&nbsp;Deputies in Montana arrested Rogers on August 11, 2020, on a warrant for theft out of Kingman County, Kansas, according to the KBI. Investigators believe Rogers stole a 1995 Chevrolet Camaro in Kingman County on August 2 on his way to Montana.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/8/1597423172012.png" alt="Rogers after his arrest in Dawson County Montana" />
 <figcaption>Rogers after his arrest in Dawson County Montana</figcaption>
 </figure>BARBER COUNTY — A Kansas man was sentenced to life in prison Friday for a July 2020 murder, according to Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt.Clinton Wayne Rogers, 35, of Medicine Lodge, was sentenced by Barber County District Court Judge Francis Meisenheimer. Rogers was sentenced to life in a Kansas Department of Corrections facility without the possibility of parole for 653 months on one count of first degree murder. Rogers pleaded guilty to the charge on October 1.Rogers was convicted for the July 26, 2020, murder of Joyce A. Foulkrod in Medicine Lodge. A family member found Foulkrod deceased inside her home at 3 Whitney Lane in Medicine Lodge.&nbsp;Deputies in Montana arrested Rogers on August 11, 2020, on a warrant for theft out of Kingman County, Kansas, according to the KBI. Investigators believe Rogers stole a 1995 Chevrolet Camaro in Kingman County on August 2 on his way to Montana.