By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

SALINE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after he allegedly led police on a chase through multiple parts of Salina early Sunday, at speeds as high as 70-mph.

Just after 1:15 a.m. Sunday, an officer spotted a gold 2005 Pontiac Bonneville in the 400 block of N. Broadway Boulevard in Salina. The officer ran the license plate on the car and found that it had expired in November 2020, according to Police Captain Paul Forrester.

The officer attempted to stop the car near the intersection of N. Broadway Boulevard and University Place but the car took off, driving on many streets during the pursuit, Forrester said.&nbsp;

Officers attempted to deploy stop-sticks near the intersection of W. Iron Avenue/11th Street, but the car drove around them and headed toward W. Crawford Street, where it turned west. It then drove through the neighborhood north of Sunset Park and headed westbound on Franklin Street before heading south to W. Cloud Street, where it turned east, reaching 80 mph.

The pursuit ended when the car left the roadway and struck a tree near the intersection of E. Cloud Street and Lewis Avenue. The driver identified as Jesse Wray, 23, of Salina, exited the car and took off running northbound on Lewis Avenue. Police found him a short while later in the backyard of a residence in the 900 block of Russell Avenue.

Forrester said that when the car was searched, officers allegedly found drug paraphernalia, 67 grams of marijuana, and 30.3 grams of methamphetamine. Wray was arrested on requested charges of Possession of narcotics., Two counts of no drug tax stamp, Two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, Felony obstruction, Felony flee and elude. Failing to report an accident and Multiple traffic violations.

Wray has 5 previous drug convictions and also convictions for theft and  criminal possession of a weapon, according to the Kan. Dept. of Corrections.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1638110289389.png" alt="Wray has 5 previous drug convictions and also convictions for theft and&nbsp; criminal possession of a weapon, according to the Kan. Dept. of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Wray has 5 previous drug convictions and also convictions for theft and&nbsp; criminal possession of a weapon, according to the Kan. Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostSALINE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after he allegedly led police on a chase through multiple parts of Salina early Sunday, at speeds as high as 70-mph.Just after 1:15 a.m. Sunday, an officer spotted a gold 2005 Pontiac Bonneville in the 400 block of N. Broadway Boulevard in Salina. The officer ran the license plate on the car and found that it had expired in November 2020, according to Police Captain Paul Forrester.The officer attempted to stop the car near the intersection of N. Broadway Boulevard and University Place but the car took off, driving on many streets during the pursuit, Forrester said.&nbsp;Officers attempted to deploy stop-sticks near the intersection of W. Iron Avenue/11th Street, but the car drove around them and headed toward W. Crawford Street, where it turned west. It then drove through the neighborhood north of Sunset Park and headed westbound on Franklin Street before heading south to W. Cloud Street, where it turned east, reaching 80 mph.The pursuit ended when the car left the roadway and struck a tree near the intersection of E. Cloud Street and Lewis Avenue. The driver identified as Jesse Wray, 23, of Salina, exited the car and took off running northbound on Lewis Avenue. Police found him a short while later in the backyard of a residence in the 900 block of Russell Avenue.Forrester said that when the car was searched, officers allegedly found drug paraphernalia, 67 grams of marijuana, and 30.3 grams of methamphetamine. Wray was arrested on requested charges of Possession of narcotics., Two counts of no drug tax stamp, Two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, Felony obstruction, Felony flee and elude. Failing to report an accident and Multiple traffic violations.Wray has 5 previous drug convictions and also convictions for theft and criminal possession of a weapon, according to the Kan. Dept. of Corrections.&nbsp;

Wanted Kansas felon captured after high-speed chase

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — A 21-year-old embattled&nbsp;<a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/kansas">Kansas</a>&nbsp;lawmaker was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving — his second arrest in less than a month — and is facing fresh calls for his resignation or removal from office.

A Kansas trooper arrested Aaron Coleman around 1 a.m. Saturday on Interstate 70 near Lawrence, the Kansas Highway Patrol said. Coleman was taken to the Douglas County Jail, where he bonded out hours later.

Coleman did not immediately return phone and email messages left Monday morning by The Associated Press seeking comment.

At the time of the arrest, Coleman was already out on bond from an Oct. 30 domestic battery arrest. In that case, he allegedly pushed, hit and spit on his 18-year-old brother in a fight that erupted because the brother was going to get baptized, according to court documents.

The Kansas City, Kansas, Democrat has been embroiled in controversy since before he took office after being elected in 2020 and has acknowledged past abuses against girls and young women. A legislative committee reprimanded Coleman in writing in February over those abuses.

Last month, Coleman also was banned from the Kansas Department of Labor’s offices over allegations of disruptive behavior. Coleman said he was trying to help constituents.

On Monday, six freshman Democratic House members filed a formal complaint with House leadership alleging that Coleman had failed to comply with terms outlined in the February warning, The Kansas City Star reported. The complaint triggers the appointment of a House committee to investigate. That panel can recommend disciplinary action, including censure or expulsion from the Legislature. Both would require a two-thirds vote of the House.

Both Kansas House Speaker Ron Ryckman, a Republican, and Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly have joined the chorus of those calling for Coleman to resign. If he refuses to resign, Kelly said, the Legislature should remove his from office, saying his latest arrest “is further evidence that he is not fit to serve in the Kansas House of Representatives.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1635804497310.png" alt="Coleman from his Oct. 30 domestic battery arrest in Johnson Co." />
 <figcaption>Coleman from his Oct. 30 domestic battery arrest in Johnson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — A 21-year-old embattled&nbsp;<a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/kansas">Kansas</a>&nbsp;lawmaker was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving — his second arrest in less than a month — and is facing fresh calls for his resignation or removal from office.A Kansas trooper arrested Aaron Coleman around 1 a.m. Saturday on Interstate 70 near Lawrence, the Kansas Highway Patrol said. Coleman was taken to the Douglas County Jail, where he bonded out hours later.Coleman did not immediately return phone and email messages left Monday morning by The Associated Press seeking comment.At the time of the arrest, Coleman was already out on bond from an Oct. 30 domestic battery arrest. In that case, he allegedly pushed, hit and spit on his 18-year-old brother in a fight that erupted because the brother was going to get baptized, according to court documents.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Vic Miller. DUI while In office?... Very intrigued Does <a href="https://twitter.com/RepTomSawyer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RepTomSawyer</a> or <a href="https://twitter.com/KSHouseDems?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KSHouseDems</a> have any remarks on my motion to expel? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ksleg?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ksleg</a> <a href="https://t.co/2uEL6JGKPq">https://t.co/2uEL6JGKPq</a>&mdash; Rep. Aaron Coleman 🌹✡️ (@Aaron4KS37) <a href="https://twitter.com/Aaron4KS37/status/1464400540209664000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 27, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Kansas City, Kansas, Democrat has been embroiled in controversy since before he took office after being elected in 2020 and has acknowledged past abuses against girls and young women. A legislative committee reprimanded Coleman in writing in February over those abuses.Last month, Coleman also was banned from the Kansas Department of Labor’s offices over allegations of disruptive behavior. Coleman said he was trying to help constituents.On Monday, six freshman Democratic House members filed a formal complaint with House leadership alleging that Coleman had failed to comply with terms outlined in the February warning, The Kansas City Star reported. The complaint triggers the appointment of a House committee to investigate. That panel can recommend disciplinary action, including censure or expulsion from the Legislature. Both would require a two-thirds vote of the House.Both Kansas House Speaker Ron Ryckman, a Republican, and Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly have joined the chorus of those calling for Coleman to resign. If he refuses to resign, Kelly said, the Legislature should remove his from office, saying his latest arrest “is further evidence that he is not fit to serve in the Kansas House of Representatives.”

Formal complaint filed against Rep. Coleman in the Kansas House

NEW YORK (AP) — With an expanded definition to reflect the times, Merriam-Webster has declared an omnipresent truth as its 2021 word of the year: vaccine.

“This was a word that was extremely high in our data every single day in 2021,” Peter Sokolowski, Merriam-Webster's editor-at-large, told The Associated Press ahead of Monday's announcement.

“It really represents two different stories. One is the science story, which is this remarkable speed with which the vaccines were developed. But there's also the debates regarding policy, politics and political affiliation. It's one word that carries these two huge stories,” he said.

The selection follows “vax” as word of the year from the folks who publish the Oxford English Dictionary. And it comes after Merriam-Webster chose “pandemic” as tops in lookups last year on its online site.

“The pandemic was the gun going off and now we have the aftereffects,” Sokolowski said.

At Merriam-Webster, lookups for “vaccine” increased 601% over 2020, when the first U.S. shot was administered in New York in December after quick development, and months of speculation and discussion over efficacy. The world's first jab occurred earlier that month in the UK.

Compared to 2019, when there was little urgency or chatter about vaccines, Merriam-Webster logged an increase of 1,048% in lookups this year. Debates over inequitable distribution, vaccine mandates and boosters kept interest high, Sokolowski said. So did vaccine hesitancy and friction over vaccine passports.

The word “vaccine” wasn't birthed in a day, or due to a single pandemic. The first known use stretches back to 1882 but references pop up earlier related to fluid from cowpox pustules used in inoculations, Sokolowski said. It was borrowed from the New Latin “vaccina,” which goes back to Latin's feminine “vaccinus,” meaning “of or from a cow.” The Latin for cow is “vacca,” a word that might be akin to the Sanskrit “vasa," according to Merriam-Webster.

Inoculation, on the other hand, dates to 1714, in one sense referring to the act of injecting an “inoculum.”

Earlier this year, Merriam-Webster added to its online entry for “vaccine” to cover all the talk of mRNA vaccines, or messenger vaccines such as those for COVID-19 developed by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna.

While other dictionary companies choose words of the year by committee, Merriam-Webster bases its selection on lookup data, paying close attention to spikes and, more recently, year-over-year increases in searches after weeding out evergreens. The company has been declaring a word of the year since 2008. Among its runners-up in the word biography of 2021:

INSURRECTION: Interest was driven by the deadly Jan. 6 siege on the U.S. Capitol. Arrests continue, as do congressional hearings over the attack by supporters of President Donald Trump. Some of Trump’s allies have resisted subpoenas, including Steve Bannon.

Searches for the word increased by 61,000% over 2020, Sokolowksi said.

INFRASTRUCTURE: President Joe Biden was able to deliver what Trump often spoke of but never achieved: A bipartisan infrastructure bill signed into law. When Biden proposed help with broadband access, eldercare and preschool, conversation changed from not only roads and bridges but “figurative infrastructure,” Sokolowski said.

“Many people asked, what is infrastructure if it’s not made out of steel or concrete? Infrastructure, in Latin, means underneath the structure,” he said.

PERSEVERANCE: It's the name of NASA's latest Mars rover. It landed Feb. 18, 2021. “Perseverance is the most sophisticated rover NASA has ever sent to the Red Planet, with a name that embodies NASA’s passion, and our nation’s capability, to take on and overcome challenges,” the space agency said.

The name was thought up by Alexander Mather, a 14-year-old seventh-grader at Lake Braddock Secondary School in Burke, Virginia. He participated in an essay contest organized by NASA. He was one of 28,000 K-12 students to submit entries.

NOMAD: The word had its moment with the 2020 release of the film “Nomadland.” It went on to win three Oscars in April 2021, including best picture, director (Chloé Zhao) and actress (Frances McDormand). Zhao became the first woman of color to win best director.

The AP's film writer Jake Coyle called the indie success “a plain-spoken meditation on solitude, grief and grit. He wrote that it “struck a chord in a pandemic-ravaged year. It made for an unlikely Oscar champ: A film about people who gravitate to the margins took center stage."

Other words in Merriam-Webster's Top 10: Cicada (we had an invasion), guardian (the Cleveland Indians became the Cleveland Guardians), meta (the lofty new name of Facebook's parent company), cisgender (a gender identity that corresponds to one's sex assigned at birth), woke (charged with politics and political correctness) and murraya (a tropical tree and the word that won the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee for 14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde).

NEW YORK (AP) — With an expanded definition to reflect the times, Merriam-Webster has declared an omnipresent truth as its 2021 word of the year: vaccine.“This was a word that was extremely high in our data every single day in 2021,” Peter Sokolowski, Merriam-Webster's editor-at-large, told The Associated Press ahead of Monday's announcement.“It really represents two different stories. One is the science story, which is this remarkable speed with which the vaccines were developed. But there's also the debates regarding policy, politics and political affiliation. It's one word that carries these two huge stories,” he said.The selection follows “vax” as word of the year from the folks who publish the Oxford English Dictionary. And it comes after Merriam-Webster chose “pandemic” as tops in lookups last year on its online site.“The pandemic was the gun going off and now we have the aftereffects,” Sokolowski said.At Merriam-Webster, lookups for “vaccine” increased 601% over 2020, when the first U.S. shot was administered in New York in December after quick development, and months of speculation and discussion over efficacy. The world's first jab occurred earlier that month in the UK.Compared to 2019, when there was little urgency or chatter about vaccines, Merriam-Webster logged an increase of 1,048% in lookups this year. Debates over inequitable distribution, vaccine mandates and boosters kept interest high, Sokolowski said. So did vaccine hesitancy and friction over vaccine passports.The word “vaccine” wasn't birthed in a day, or due to a single pandemic. The first known use stretches back to 1882 but references pop up earlier related to fluid from cowpox pustules used in inoculations, Sokolowski said. It was borrowed from the New Latin “vaccina,” which goes back to Latin's feminine “vaccinus,” meaning “of or from a cow.” The Latin for cow is “vacca,” a word that might be akin to the Sanskrit “vasa," according to Merriam-Webster.Inoculation, on the other hand, dates to 1714, in one sense referring to the act of injecting an “inoculum.”Earlier this year, Merriam-Webster added to its online entry for “vaccine” to cover all the talk of mRNA vaccines, or messenger vaccines such as those for COVID-19 developed by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna.While other dictionary companies choose words of the year by committee, Merriam-Webster bases its selection on lookup data, paying close attention to spikes and, more recently, year-over-year increases in searches after weeding out evergreens. The company has been declaring a word of the year since 2008. Among its runners-up in the word biography of 2021:INSURRECTION: Interest was driven by the deadly Jan. 6 siege on the U.S. Capitol. Arrests continue, as do congressional hearings over the attack by supporters of President Donald Trump. Some of Trump’s allies have resisted subpoenas, including Steve Bannon.Searches for the word increased by 61,000% over 2020, Sokolowksi said.INFRASTRUCTURE: President Joe Biden was able to deliver what Trump often spoke of but never achieved: A bipartisan infrastructure bill signed into law. When Biden proposed help with broadband access, eldercare and preschool, conversation changed from not only roads and bridges but “figurative infrastructure,” Sokolowski said.“Many people asked, what is infrastructure if it’s not made out of steel or concrete? Infrastructure, in Latin, means underneath the structure,” he said.PERSEVERANCE: It's the name of NASA's latest Mars rover. It landed Feb. 18, 2021. “Perseverance is the most sophisticated rover NASA has ever sent to the Red Planet, with a name that embodies NASA’s passion, and our nation’s capability, to take on and overcome challenges,” the space agency said.The name was thought up by Alexander Mather, a 14-year-old seventh-grader at Lake Braddock Secondary School in Burke, Virginia. He participated in an essay contest organized by NASA. He was one of 28,000 K-12 students to submit entries.NOMAD: The word had its moment with the 2020 release of the film “Nomadland.” It went on to win three Oscars in April 2021, including best picture, director (Chloé Zhao) and actress (Frances McDormand). Zhao became the first woman of color to win best director.The AP's film writer Jake Coyle called the indie success “a plain-spoken meditation on solitude, grief and grit. He wrote that it “struck a chord in a pandemic-ravaged year. It made for an unlikely Oscar champ: A film about people who gravitate to the margins took center stage."Other words in Merriam-Webster's Top 10: Cicada (we had an invasion), guardian (the Cleveland Indians became the Cleveland Guardians), meta (the lofty new name of Facebook's parent company), cisgender (a gender identity that corresponds to one's sex assigned at birth), woke (charged with politics and political correctness) and murraya (a tropical tree and the word that won the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee for 14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde).___

Merriam-Webster chooses 2021 word of the year

DOUGLAS COUNTY—Governor Laura Kelly is asking a member of the Kansas House of Representatives to resign after his weekend arrest for alleged DUI. Online records indicate that&nbsp; 21-year-old Aaron Coleman, who represents the state's 37th District, was jailed briefly Saturday in Douglas County for DUI.&nbsp; This is his second arrest since late October. On Sunday night, Governor Kelly issued a statement on the arrest.

“Mr. Coleman’s most recent arrest is further evidence that he is not fit to serve in the Kansas House of Representatives and that his continued presence in the Legislature is a disservice to his constituents. He should resign immediately and seek the treatment that he needs.  If he does not resign, the Legislature should use its process to remove him from office.”&nbsp;

Earlier this month, Coleman was charged with domestic battery in Johnson County after pushed, hit and spit on his 18-year-old brother in a fight that erupted because the brother was going to get baptized. The probable cause affidavit said Coleman of Kansas City was “uncooperative” with police during the Oct. 30 fight. 

Coleman has acknowledged past abuses against girls and young women. And he took a temporary “leave of absence” earlier this month following a Johnson County district judge’s order that he undergo a mental health evaluation.

After the October arrest, House Democratic Leader Tom Sawyer issued a statement urging Coleman to resign and calling his arrest “extremely disturbing.”

After he was elected last year,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/crime-arrests-kansas-city-kansas-congress-d8716ccabd233448ea77860d6b97b419">Coleman received a written reprimand&nbsp;</a>from a legislative committee about his conduct before taking office. The House committee’s investigation of Coleman followed accusations of abusive behavior toward girls and young women. He acknowledged some of the behavior on social media and said he had been a troubled teenager.

Earlier this month, Coleman was also banned from the Kansas Department of Labor’s offices because the agency’s director said Coleman had tried to improperly gain entry to the department’s main office through a secured employee entry and berated a security officer.

At that time, Coleman said he was trying to help constituents deal with the state’s unemployment system.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1635804497310.png" alt="Coleman from his Oct. 30 domestic battery arrest in Johnson County." />
 <figcaption>Coleman from his Oct. 30 domestic battery arrest in Johnson County.</figcaption>
 </figure>DOUGLAS COUNTY—Governor Laura Kelly is asking a member of the Kansas House of Representatives to resign after his weekend arrest for alleged DUI. Online records indicate that&nbsp; 21-year-old Aaron Coleman, who represents the state's 37th District, was jailed briefly Saturday in Douglas County for DUI.&nbsp; This is his second arrest since late October. On Sunday night, Governor Kelly issued a statement on the arrest.“Mr. Coleman’s most recent arrest is further evidence that he is not fit to serve in the Kansas House of Representatives and that his continued presence in the Legislature is a disservice to his constituents. He should resign immediately and seek the treatment that he needs. If he does not resign, the Legislature should use its process to remove him from office.”&nbsp;Earlier this month, Coleman was charged with domestic battery in Johnson County after pushed, hit and spit on his 18-year-old brother in a fight that erupted because the brother was going to get baptized. The probable cause affidavit said Coleman of Kansas City was “uncooperative” with police during the Oct. 30 fight. Coleman has acknowledged past abuses against girls and young women. And he took a temporary “leave of absence” earlier this month following a Johnson County district judge’s order that he undergo a mental health evaluation.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Vic Miller. DUI while In office?... Very intrigued Does <a href="https://twitter.com/RepTomSawyer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RepTomSawyer</a> or <a href="https://twitter.com/KSHouseDems?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KSHouseDems</a> have any remarks on my motion to expel? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ksleg?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ksleg</a> <a href="https://t.co/2uEL6JGKPq">https://t.co/2uEL6JGKPq</a>&mdash; Rep. Aaron Coleman 🌹✡️ (@Aaron4KS37) <a href="https://twitter.com/Aaron4KS37/status/1464400540209664000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 27, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>After the October arrest, House Democratic Leader Tom Sawyer issued a statement urging Coleman to resign and calling his arrest “extremely disturbing.”After he was elected last year,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/crime-arrests-kansas-city-kansas-congress-d8716ccabd233448ea77860d6b97b419">Coleman received a written reprimand&nbsp;</a>from a legislative committee about his conduct before taking office. The House committee’s investigation of Coleman followed accusations of abusive behavior toward girls and young women. He acknowledged some of the behavior on social media and said he had been a troubled teenager.Earlier this month, Coleman was also banned from the Kansas Department of Labor’s offices because the agency’s director said Coleman had tried to improperly gain entry to the department’s main office through a secured employee entry and berated a security officer.At that time, Coleman said he was trying to help constituents deal with the state’s unemployment system.-The AP contributed to this report

Kan. Gov. calls for Rep. to resign after 2nd arrest in less than a month

Tax scams are among the most stubborn cons out there. They 
reappear often, each time with a slightly different spin. The main theme
 is scammers posing as the <a href="https://www.irs.gov" target="_blank">Internal Revenue Service</a> (IRS) in the U.S. or as the <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency.html" target="_blank">Canada Revenue Agency</a> (CRA) in Canada, trying to trick people into either paying up or sharing personal information.

These scams most often start with a phone call and take two basic 
forms. In the first version, the IRS or CRA "agent" says you owe back 
taxes and pressures you into paying by prepaid debit card or wire 
transfer. If you don’t comply, the scammer threatens you with arrest and
 fines. In the other version, scammers claim they are issuing tax 
refunds and ask you for personal information so they can send your 
refund. This information can later be used for identity theft. Scammers 
also use this approach to target college students by claiming a "federal
 student tax" has not been paid.

These imposters often go to great lengths to appear real. The scammer
 may give a fake badge number and name. Your Caller ID may look like the
 call is coming from Washington, D.C. or Ottawa. Con artists sometimes 
follow up scam calls with an email, which uses the IRS logo, colors, and
 official-sounding language. In many instances, these scams start with a
 serious and official sounding “robocall” recording.

You are pressured to act quickly. Scammers typically try to push you 
into action before you have time to think. The IRS and CRA will give you
 the chance to ask questions or appeal what you owe. Also, their first 
contact with you will always be by mail, not phone or email.&nbsp; Payment 
must be made by wire transfer, prepaid debit card, or other 
non-traditional payment methods. These methods are largely untraceable 
and non-reversible. The IRS and CRA will never demand immediate payment,
 require a specific form of payment, or ask for credit card or debt card
 numbers over the phone.

In the U.S., the IRS may call you about outstanding debts after reaching out by mail. <a href="https://www.bbb.org/irscalls" target="_blank">See BBB's tips on IRS calls</a> to tell if the IRS is really calling or if you are talking to a scammer.

Another tax scam to look out for is tax identity theft. This occurs 
when a scammer uses your government-issued identity number (Social 
Security number in the U.S. or Social Insurance number in Canada) to 
file a tax return in your name and collect your refund. It can also be 
someone using your information to get a job. Consumers don’t usually 
realize they have been victims of tax identity theft until they get a 
written notice from the IRS or CRA saying that more than one tax return 
was filed, or they were paid by an employer they don't know. <a href="https://www.bbb.org/article/news-releases/16949-bbb-tip-tax-identity-theft" target="_blank">Learn more about tax ID theft scams</a>.

The emails appear to be from the IRS and include a link to a bogus 
web site intended to mirror the official IRS web site. These emails 
contain the direction “you are to update your IRS e-file immediately.” 
The emails sometimes mention USA.gov and IRSgov (without a dot between 
"IRS" and "gov") Don’t get scammed. These emails are not from the IRS.

Some tax preparers offer refund advances, which are essentially 
short-term loans in the amount of your expected tax return, less the tax
 preparation cost. <a href="https://www.bbb.org/article/news-releases/21614-bbb-tip-what-you-should-know-about-tax-refund-promotions" target="_blank">Learn more about these loans</a>.&nbsp;

To report a tax scam, go to <a href="https://www.bbb.org/scamtracker" target="_blank">BBB Scam Tracker</a>. To learn how to protect yourself, go to “<a href="https://www.bbb.org/article/tips/8767-bbb-tips-10-steps-to-avoid-scams" target="_blank">10 Steps to Avoid Scams</a>.”

BBB Serving Metro Atlanta, Athens &amp; Northeast Georgia contributed to this tip.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579883951052.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>BBBTax scams are among the most stubborn cons out there. They 
reappear often, each time with a slightly different spin. The main theme
 is scammers posing as the <a href="https://www.irs.gov" target="_blank">Internal Revenue Service</a> (IRS) in the U.S. or as the <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency.html" target="_blank">Canada Revenue Agency</a> (CRA) in Canada, trying to trick people into either paying up or sharing personal information.<h2>IRS or CRA Impersonation Scams</h2>These scams most often start with a phone call and take two basic 
forms. In the first version, the IRS or CRA "agent" says you owe back 
taxes and pressures you into paying by prepaid debit card or wire 
transfer. If you don’t comply, the scammer threatens you with arrest and
 fines. In the other version, scammers claim they are issuing tax 
refunds and ask you for personal information so they can send your 
refund. This information can later be used for identity theft. Scammers 
also use this approach to target college students by claiming a "federal
 student tax" has not been paid.These imposters often go to great lengths to appear real. The scammer
 may give a fake badge number and name. Your Caller ID may look like the
 call is coming from Washington, D.C. or Ottawa. Con artists sometimes 
follow up scam calls with an email, which uses the IRS logo, colors, and
 official-sounding language. In many instances, these scams start with a
 serious and official sounding “robocall” recording.You are pressured to act quickly. Scammers typically try to push you 
into action before you have time to think. The IRS and CRA will give you
 the chance to ask questions or appeal what you owe. Also, their first 
contact with you will always be by mail, not phone or email.&nbsp; Payment 
must be made by wire transfer, prepaid debit card, or other 
non-traditional payment methods. These methods are largely untraceable 
and non-reversible. The IRS and CRA will never demand immediate payment,
 require a specific form of payment, or ask for credit card or debt card
 numbers over the phone.In the U.S., the IRS may call you about outstanding debts after reaching out by mail. <a href="https://www.bbb.org/irscalls" target="_blank">See BBB's tips on IRS calls</a> to tell if the IRS is really calling or if you are talking to a scammer.<h2>Tax Identity Theft Scams</h2>Another tax scam to look out for is tax identity theft. This occurs 
when a scammer uses your government-issued identity number (Social 
Security number in the U.S. or Social Insurance number in Canada) to 
file a tax return in your name and collect your refund. It can also be 
someone using your information to get a job. Consumers don’t usually 
realize they have been victims of tax identity theft until they get a 
written notice from the IRS or CRA saying that more than one tax return 
was filed, or they were paid by an employer they don't know. <a href="https://www.bbb.org/article/news-releases/16949-bbb-tip-tax-identity-theft" target="_blank">Learn more about tax ID theft scams</a>.<h2>Email Phishing Scams</h2>The emails appear to be from the IRS and include a link to a bogus 
web site intended to mirror the official IRS web site. These emails 
contain the direction “you are to update your IRS e-file immediately.” 
The emails sometimes mention USA.gov and IRSgov (without a dot between 
"IRS" and "gov") Don’t get scammed. These emails are not from the IRS.<h2>Tips to Avoid Tax Scams</h2><ul>
 <li>The best way to avoid tax identity theft is to file your taxes as early as possible. File before a scammer has the chance to use your information to file a fake return.</li><li>In the U.S., jot down your Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) from the IRS before you file your return.
 This is a six-digit number, which, in addition to your Social Security 
number, confirms your identity. It is important to note that you cannot 
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SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a car jacking and have made an arrest

Just after 4:30p.m. Saturday, police were dispatched to a call for service in the 800 Block SE 33rd in Topeka after the caller reported a suspect had forced them from their vehicle and fled in it, according to Police Lt. Jerry Monasmith.

Officers quickly developed information on the suspect's location and, took 47-year-old Don Jackson into custody. Police transported him to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections where he is being held on requested charges Aggravated Robbery, Felony Theft and Battery according to Monasmith.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1638145691005.png" alt="Jackson&nbsp; has previous convictions for arson, burglary, obstruction, attempted criminal damage to property, aggravated criminal threat and drugs, photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Jackson&nbsp; has previous convictions for arson, burglary, obstruction, attempted criminal damage to property, aggravated criminal threat and drugs, photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a car jacking and have made an arrestJust after 4:30p.m. Saturday, police were dispatched to a call for service in the 800 Block SE 33rd in Topeka after the caller reported a suspect had forced them from their vehicle and fled in it, according to Police Lt. Jerry Monasmith.Officers quickly developed information on the suspect's location and, took 47-year-old Don Jackson into custody. Police transported him to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections where he is being held on requested charges Aggravated Robbery, Felony Theft and Battery according to Monasmith.

Police arrest Kansas felon after reported carjacking 

HAYS — A Kansas man is facing kidnapping charges after an incident in a Hays parking lot.

At around 6:40 p.m. Nov. 16, Hays Police were dispatched to a disturbance in a parking lot in the 2800 block of Vine.

The reporting party said a woman heard a scream and saw a woman on the ground, according to Hays Police Chief Don Scheibler. The woman was then reportedly thrown into a car that left the scene.

"By the time the officers got up there, the suspect was gone, but there was a broken cellphone and blood in the parking lot," he said. "When we began investigating, our concern was that it was a domestic disturbance and somebody got hurt, or this was a kidnapping. It turned out to be both."

That evening, he said, officers spoke with the victim and the suspect via phone, but were unable to determine their location.

On Nov. 17, the Kansas Highway Patrol located the suspect vehicle in Russell County and apprehended the suspect, identified as David Keith Mason, 38.

The victim was transported to Hays Medical Center for the treatment of head injuries, Scheibler said.

Mason was arrested on suspicion of aggravated kidnapping, aggravated robbery, aggravated battery, domestic battery and criminal damage to property.

"This is a violent domestic incident," Scheibler said. "We'd like to remind the public that there are resources available at Hays Police Department. ... We'll see an increase in domestic violence through the holidays. Please, we encourage you to reach out for help. We're here to help you. These domestic violence-type situations won't get better on their own and they won't go away."

By JAMES BELL Hays PostHAYS — A Kansas man is facing kidnapping charges after an incident in a Hays parking lot.At around 6:40 p.m. Nov. 16, Hays Police were dispatched to a disturbance in a parking lot in the 2800 block of Vine.The reporting party said a woman heard a scream and saw a woman on the ground, according to Hays Police Chief Don Scheibler. The woman was then reportedly thrown into a car that left the scene."By the time the officers got up there, the suspect was gone, but there was a broken cellphone and blood in the parking lot," he said. "When we began investigating, our concern was that it was a domestic disturbance and somebody got hurt, or this was a kidnapping. It turned out to be both."That evening, he said, officers spoke with the victim and the suspect via phone, but were unable to determine their location.On Nov. 17, the Kansas Highway Patrol located the suspect vehicle in Russell County and apprehended the suspect, identified as David Keith Mason, 38.The victim was transported to Hays Medical Center for the treatment of head injuries, Scheibler said.Mason was arrested on suspicion of aggravated kidnapping, aggravated robbery, aggravated battery, domestic battery and criminal damage to property."This is a violent domestic incident," Scheibler said. "We'd like to remind the public that there are resources available at Hays Police Department. ... We'll see an increase in domestic violence through the holidays. Please, we encourage you to reach out for help. We're here to help you. These domestic violence-type situations won't get better on their own and they won't go away."

Police: Domestic disturbance leads to Kan. man's kidnapping arrest 

SALINA — A Salina teen
 was arrested on multiple requested charges that included theft and 
battery after an alleged incident Tuesday afternoon in central Salina.

Officers
 were sent to the 500 block of Sunset Drive for the report of a 
disturbance. When they arrived, they found Lucas Bolen, 18, Salina, 
being held down by two people, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said
 this morning.

Donald Abbott, an employee of Callabresi Heating 
&amp; Cooling, reported that he observed Bolen inside a 2012 Chevrolet 
G2500 van belonging to Callabresi. When Abbott confronted Bolen about 
being in the van, Bolen allegedly punched him in the face, Forrester 
said. Additionally, Bolen allegedly stole a $20 screwdriver from the 
van.

Bolen was arrested on requested charges of vehicle burglary, theft, and battery, Forrester said.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637775502749.png" alt="Lucas Bolen. Photo courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office" />
 <figcaption>Lucas Bolen. Photo courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostSALINA — A Salina teen
 was arrested on multiple requested charges that included theft and 
battery after an alleged incident Tuesday afternoon in central Salina.Officers
 were sent to the 500 block of Sunset Drive for the report of a 
disturbance. When they arrived, they found Lucas Bolen, 18, Salina, 
being held down by two people, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said
 this morning.Donald Abbott, an employee of Callabresi Heating 
&amp; Cooling, reported that he observed Bolen inside a 2012 Chevrolet 
G2500 van belonging to Callabresi. When Abbott confronted Bolen about 
being in the van, Bolen allegedly punched him in the face, Forrester 
said. Additionally, Bolen allegedly stole a $20 screwdriver from the 
van.Bolen was arrested on requested charges of vehicle burglary, theft, and battery, Forrester said.Abbott was not injured, he added.

Police: Kan. teen punched man after being caught in van

SALINA — A 75-year-old Salina man was arrested Monday on multiple warrants that included rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child.

Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said Wednesday morning that Larry James Gregg, 75, Salina, was arrested on multiple warrants connected to a case from September in which two females, ages 14 and 18, reported Gregg had allegedly sexually assaulted them. The two, who are related to Gregg, reported that the alleged incidents took place in Salina seven to 10 years ago, Forrester said.

The warrants for Gregg's arrest included four counts of rape and four counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a child, Forrester said.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637772114563.png" alt="Larry James Gregg / Saline County Sheriff's Office" />
 <figcaption>Larry James Gregg / Saline County Sheriff's Office</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostSALINA — A 75-year-old Salina man was arrested Monday on multiple warrants that included rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child.Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said Wednesday morning that Larry James Gregg, 75, Salina, was arrested on multiple warrants connected to a case from September in which two females, ages 14 and 18, reported Gregg had allegedly sexually assaulted them. The two, who are related to Gregg, reported that the alleged incidents took place in Salina seven to 10 years ago, Forrester said.The warrants for Gregg's arrest included four counts of rape and four counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a child, Forrester said.

75-year-old Kan. man arrested on suspicion of rape, indecent liberties

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a suspect for alleged child sex crimes have moved him to a jail in Kansas.

On November 17, U.S. Marshals arrested Cameron J. Johnson, 19, Atchison, in Kansas City Missouri on an Atchison District Court warrant for indecent liberties with a child, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

The U.S. Marshal’s Service had been assisting Atchison Police detectives locating Johnson. Atchison Police had initiated an investigation on October 18 that focused on a victim under the age of 16 which led to the warrant for Johnson. 

He was taken to the Jackson County Missouri jail on November 17, and transported to the Atchison County Jail on Monday. He is being held on a bond set at $75,000, according to Wilson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637681768810.png" alt="Johnson-photo Atchison County" />
 <figcaption>Johnson-photo Atchison County</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a suspect for alleged child sex crimes have moved him to a jail in Kansas.On November 17, U.S. Marshals arrested Cameron J. Johnson, 19, Atchison, in Kansas City Missouri on an Atchison District Court warrant for indecent liberties with a child, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.The U.S. Marshal’s Service had been assisting Atchison Police detectives locating Johnson. Atchison Police had initiated an investigation on October 18 that focused on a victim under the age of 16 which led to the warrant for Johnson. He was taken to the Jackson County Missouri jail on November 17, and transported to the Atchison County Jail on Monday. He is being held on a bond set at $75,000, according to Wilson.

U.S. Marshals track down Kansas child sex crime suspect

An attempted armed robbery that<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/a85cb89d-fdb7-4661-a879-dda6994afc71">&nbsp;forced Hays High School to be locked down Friday afternoon</a>&nbsp;has led to three arrests, while one juvenile suspect remains at large.

Police were first alerted to the situation after the report of an armed robbery in the 1700 block of Volga at 2:05 p.m.

The victim reported a knock on the door and at the door found two males wearing hoodies and bandanas at the doorway, according to Hays Police Chief Don Scheibler.

"They asked if a person lived there," he said. "She responded, then they pulled out a gun and told to get on the ground."

She instead closed and locked the door and called the police.

"Officers responded over there and began investigating," Scheibler said. "Patrol began searching the area and the investigation division, lead by Detective David Gillan."

Due to the closeness of the incident, he said the request was made to Hays High to lock the building to outside visitors, while the school day continued inside.

"I think it's important for the community to know that the school district has a good plan in place. They were able to secure the building and inside the building, you wouldn't notice anything different. But you weren't getting inside that building and I felt good about that. And patrol division came over there when we released they released in my class but at the scheduled time and job division stood by in the parking lot just to make people feel comfortable.. ... But good there's a good staff out there and the community should feel good knowing that school district has a good plan in place."

Meanwhile, a delayed report of another burglary was made to the department.

"We got another report of house burglary ... in the 500 block of West 24th St.," Scheibler said.&nbsp; "Officers went over there and learned that earlier in the day, neighbors had heard pounding coming from the house. When they came around the corner they saw two suspects running from the house and saw them get into a silver SUV and drive off."

Arriving officers found the door of that residence had been kicked in, he said.

Investigators determined, the incidents were related.

"Based on the investigation we believe two adults and two juveniles conspired together to go to several locations in town and either steal property from empty houses or rob people of their property," Scheibler said.

Over the weekend, three of the four were arrested on numerous charges, related to the incidents.

Abigail Christine Buchholz, 24, Hays, was&nbsp;arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit aggravated robbery, conspiracy to commit aggravated assault, conspiracy to commit aggravated burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary aggravated endangering a child and contributing to a child's misconduct,&nbsp;interference with a law enforcement officer, and other charges.

Ashton R. Herrman, 18, Hays, was arrested on suspicion of aggravated robbery, aggravated assault, use of a deadly weapon, aggravated burglary, aggravated endangering a child,&nbsp;contributing to a child's misconduct, conspiracy to commit burglary and interference with a law enforcement officer.

One minor was also arrested, and the search is ongoing for the fourth suspect, also believed to be a minor.

"I'm very pleased with the Investigation Division," Scheibler said. "They took it with the limited information that we had. And they were able to piece this together and quickly identify four people who were not only prepared, but had committed violent crimes in our community.

"It happened on Saturday, and within 24 hours, some of these people were in jail. We had limited information to go on, So I'm very, very pleased with their work."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637718477690.png" alt="Herrman photo Ellis Co." />
 <figcaption>Herrman photo Ellis Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>By JAMES BELL Hays PostAn attempted armed robbery that<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/a85cb89d-fdb7-4661-a879-dda6994afc71">&nbsp;forced Hays High School to be locked down Friday afternoon</a>&nbsp;has led to three arrests, while one juvenile suspect remains at large.Police were first alerted to the situation after the report of an armed robbery in the 1700 block of Volga at 2:05 p.m.The victim reported a knock on the door and at the door found two males wearing hoodies and bandanas at the doorway, according to Hays Police Chief Don Scheibler.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637718358577.png" alt="Buchholz-photo Ellis Co." />
 <figcaption>Buchholz-photo Ellis Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>"They asked if a person lived there," he said. "She responded, then they pulled out a gun and told to get on the ground."She instead closed and locked the door and called the police."Officers responded over there and began investigating," Scheibler said. "Patrol began searching the area and the investigation division, lead by Detective David Gillan."Due to the closeness of the incident, he said the request was made to Hays High to lock the building to outside visitors, while the school day continued inside."I think it's important for the community to know that the school district has a good plan in place. They were able to secure the building and inside the building, you wouldn't notice anything different. But you weren't getting inside that building and I felt good about that. And patrol division came over there when we released they released in my class but at the scheduled time and job division stood by in the parking lot just to make people feel comfortable.. ... But good there's a good staff out there and the community should feel good knowing that school district has a good plan in place."Meanwhile, a delayed report of another burglary was made to the department."We got another report of house burglary ... in the 500 block of West 24th St.," Scheibler said.&nbsp; "Officers went over there and learned that earlier in the day, neighbors had heard pounding coming from the house. When they came around the corner they saw two suspects running from the house and saw them get into a silver SUV and drive off."Arriving officers found the door of that residence had been kicked in, he said.Investigators determined, the incidents were related."Based on the investigation we believe two adults and two juveniles conspired together to go to several locations in town and either steal property from empty houses or rob people of their property," Scheibler said.Over the weekend, three of the four were arrested on numerous charges, related to the incidents.Abigail Christine Buchholz, 24, Hays, was&nbsp;arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit aggravated robbery, conspiracy to commit aggravated assault, conspiracy to commit aggravated burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary aggravated endangering a child and contributing to a child's misconduct,&nbsp;interference with a law enforcement officer, and other charges.Ashton R. Herrman, 18, Hays, was arrested on suspicion of aggravated robbery, aggravated assault, use of a deadly weapon, aggravated burglary, aggravated endangering a child,&nbsp;contributing to a child's misconduct, conspiracy to commit burglary and interference with a law enforcement officer.One minor was also arrested, and the search is ongoing for the fourth suspect, also believed to be a minor."I'm very pleased with the Investigation Division," Scheibler said. "They took it with the limited information that we had. And they were able to piece this together and quickly identify four people who were not only prepared, but had committed violent crimes in our community."It happened on Saturday, and within 24 hours, some of these people were in jail. We had limited information to go on, So I'm very, very pleased with their work."

2 adults, juvenile jailed for attempted armed robbery in Hays

Waukesha , WI. (AP) —Prosecutors in Wisconsin on Tuesday charged a man with intentional homicide in the deaths of five people who were killed when an SUV was driven into a Christmas parade that also left 62 people injured, including many children.

Prosecutors said a sixth person, a child, has died and more charges are pending.

Darrell Brooks Jr. was charged with five counts of intentional homicide in the crash Sunday in Waukesha, a Milwaukee suburb. Conviction on first-degree intentional homicide carries a mandatory life sentence, Wisconsin’s stiffest penalty.

An 8-year-old boy, Jackson Sparks, died on Tuesday, according to his GoFundMe page. He was walking in the parade along with his brother, who is still hospitalized. The other five people who were killed were adults.

“This afternoon, our dear Jackson has sadly succumbed to his injuries and passed away,” the page’s organizer, Alyssa Albro, wrote.

Brooks made his initial appearance in court Tuesday. He could be heard crying during the proceeding, leaning over with his head nearly in his lap, with his attorney resting a hand on his back.

The city’s livestream video and bystander video captured the chaotic scene when an SUV sped along the parade route and then into the crowd. Several of those injured remain in critical condition.

According to the criminal complaint, witnesses told police that the vehicle “appeared to be intentionally moving side to side,” with no attempt to slow down or stop as it struck multiple people and sent bodies and objects flying.

Brooks ignored several attempts to stop him, according to the criminal complaint.

A detective — wearing police insignia and a neon orange safety vest — stepped in front of Brooks’ vehicle and pounded on the hood, shouting “Stop,” several times but Brooks drove past him, according to the complaint.

A uniformed police officer who saw Brooks’ SUV traveling toward the parade route also tried to get his attention, yelling “Stop, stop the vehicle” several times but was ignored, according to the complaint. Brooks braked at one point, but instead of turning away from the parade route, he turned into the crowd and appeared to rapidly accelerate, the complaint said.

Another police officer shot at the vehicle, striking it three times as it entered the parade route.

Brooks had been free on $1,000 bail for a case in Milwaukee County earlier in November in which he’s accused of intentionally striking a woman with his car. Prosecutors said they’re investigating their bail recommendation in that case, calling it inappropriately low.

Cash bail on the latest charges is set at $5 million, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for Jan. 14 at 9:15 a.m.

Waukesha Police Chief Dan Thompson said Brooks, 39, was leaving the scene of a domestic dispute that had taken place just minutes earlier when he drove into the parade route.

“We have a gentleman that has a huge background, via multiple states,” said Waukesha Court Commissioner Kevin Costello.

Brooks has been charged with crimes more than a dozen times since 1999 and had two outstanding cases against him at the time of the parade disaster. That included resisting or obstructing an officer, reckless endangering, disorderly conduct, bail jumping and battery for the Nov. 2 incident.

Some Republicans were quick to jump on the case as an example of a broken legal system.

Republican Rebecca Kleefisch, a former Wisconsin lieutenant governor who is running for governor in 2022, called the killings “yet another avoidable tragedy that occurred because a violent career criminal was allowed to walk free and terrorize our community.”

And Republican state Rep. Cindi Duchow said she was reintroducing a constitutional amendment that would change the bail process in Wisconsin to allow judges to consider a defendant’s danger to the community when setting bail. Judges currently are only allowed to consider the possibility that defendants might not show up for a court appearance when setting bail.

“He tried to run over his girlfriend with his car — that’s attempted murder,” Duchow said. “If you’re a danger to society, you should have to work hard to get out.”

Thompson, the police chief, said that there was no evidence the bloodshed Sunday was a terrorist attack or that Brooks knew anyone in the parade. Brooks acted alone, the chief said.

NBC News published doorbell camera footage that appeared to capture Brooks’ arrest. It showed Brooks, shivering in just a T-shirt, knocking on a homeowner’s door and asking for help calling for a ride. Moments later, police surrounded the house and shouted, “Hands up!” Brooks, standing on the porch, held up his hands and said, “Whoa whoa whoa!”

Hundreds gathered at a downtown park Monday night in Waukesha, Wisconsin, for a candlelight vigil in honor of those lost and hurt. A pair of clergy solemnly read the names of those who died. Volunteers handed out sandwiches, hot chocolate and candles at the vigil, which was attended by interfaith leaders and elected officials.

“We are parents. We are neighbors. We are hurting. We are angry. We are sad. We are confused. We are thankful. We are all in this together. We are Waukesha Strong,” said a tearful Amanda Medina Roddy with the Waukesha school district.

Mayor Shawn Reilly described the parade as a “Norman Rockwell-type” event that “became a nightmare.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637624207281.png" alt="Brooks-photo&nbsp;Waukesha Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Brooks-photo&nbsp;Waukesha Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>Waukesha , WI. (AP) —Prosecutors in Wisconsin on Tuesday charged a man with intentional homicide in the deaths of five people who were killed when an SUV was driven into a Christmas parade that also left 62 people injured, including many children.Prosecutors said a sixth person, a child, has died and more charges are pending.Darrell Brooks Jr. was charged with five counts of intentional homicide in the crash Sunday in Waukesha, a Milwaukee suburb. Conviction on first-degree intentional homicide carries a mandatory life sentence, Wisconsin’s stiffest penalty.An 8-year-old boy, Jackson Sparks, died on Tuesday, according to his GoFundMe page. He was walking in the parade along with his brother, who is still hospitalized. The other five people who were killed were adults.“This afternoon, our dear Jackson has sadly succumbed to his injuries and passed away,” the page’s organizer, Alyssa Albro, wrote.Brooks made his initial appearance in court Tuesday. He could be heard crying during the proceeding, leaning over with his head nearly in his lap, with his attorney resting a hand on his back.The city’s livestream video and bystander video captured the chaotic scene when an SUV sped along the parade route and then into the crowd. Several of those injured remain in critical condition.According to the criminal complaint, witnesses told police that the vehicle “appeared to be intentionally moving side to side,” with no attempt to slow down or stop as it struck multiple people and sent bodies and objects flying.Brooks ignored several attempts to stop him, according to the criminal complaint.A detective — wearing police insignia and a neon orange safety vest — stepped in front of Brooks’ vehicle and pounded on the hood, shouting “Stop,” several times but Brooks drove past him, according to the complaint.A uniformed police officer who saw Brooks’ SUV traveling toward the parade route also tried to get his attention, yelling “Stop, stop the vehicle” several times but was ignored, according to the complaint. Brooks braked at one point, but instead of turning away from the parade route, he turned into the crowd and appeared to rapidly accelerate, the complaint said.Another police officer shot at the vehicle, striking it three times as it entered the parade route.Brooks had been free on $1,000 bail for a case in Milwaukee County earlier in November in which he’s accused of intentionally striking a woman with his car. Prosecutors said they’re investigating their bail recommendation in that case, calling it inappropriately low.Cash bail on the latest charges is set at $5 million, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for Jan. 14 at 9:15 a.m.Waukesha Police Chief Dan Thompson said Brooks, 39, was leaving the scene of a domestic dispute that had taken place just minutes earlier when he drove into the parade route.“We have a gentleman that has a huge background, via multiple states,” said Waukesha Court Commissioner Kevin Costello.Brooks has been charged with crimes more than a dozen times since 1999 and had two outstanding cases against him at the time of the parade disaster. That included resisting or obstructing an officer, reckless endangering, disorderly conduct, bail jumping and battery for the Nov. 2 incident.Some Republicans were quick to jump on the case as an example of a broken legal system.Republican Rebecca Kleefisch, a former Wisconsin lieutenant governor who is running for governor in 2022, called the killings “yet another avoidable tragedy that occurred because a violent career criminal was allowed to walk free and terrorize our community.”And Republican state Rep. Cindi Duchow said she was reintroducing a constitutional amendment that would change the bail process in Wisconsin to allow judges to consider a defendant’s danger to the community when setting bail. Judges currently are only allowed to consider the possibility that defendants might not show up for a court appearance when setting bail.“He tried to run over his girlfriend with his car — that’s attempted murder,” Duchow said. “If you’re a danger to society, you should have to work hard to get out.”Thompson, the police chief, said that there was no evidence the bloodshed Sunday was a terrorist attack or that Brooks knew anyone in the parade. Brooks acted alone, the chief said.NBC News published doorbell camera footage that appeared to capture Brooks’ arrest. It showed Brooks, shivering in just a T-shirt, knocking on a homeowner’s door and asking for help calling for a ride. Moments later, police surrounded the house and shouted, “Hands up!” Brooks, standing on the porch, held up his hands and said, “Whoa whoa whoa!”Hundreds gathered at a downtown park Monday night in Waukesha, Wisconsin, for a candlelight vigil in honor of those lost and hurt. A pair of clergy solemnly read the names of those who died. Volunteers handed out sandwiches, hot chocolate and candles at the vigil, which was attended by interfaith leaders and elected officials.“We are parents. We are neighbors. We are hurting. We are angry. We are sad. We are confused. We are thankful. We are all in this together. We are Waukesha Strong,” said a tearful Amanda Medina Roddy with the Waukesha school district.Mayor Shawn Reilly described the parade as a “Norman Rockwell-type” event that “became a nightmare.”

Child is 6th death in Christmas parade crash; suspect charged

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a stabbing and after asking the public for help to identify a suspect made an arrest.

Just after 11:30p.m. Monday police booked 27-year-old Jeffrey Elam into the Sedgwick County Jail on <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20006712">requested charges</a> that include drug possession, failure to to comply and in connection with the stabbing, according to online jail records.

Just after midnight Monday, police responded to reports of a stabbing in the 100 block of North St. Francis in Wichita, according to a social media report from police.

When officers arrived, they located a 22-year-old woman with a stab wound to her abdomen. 

EMS transported her to an area hospital for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation revealed the victim was walking to her vehicle and was approached and stabbed by a suspect later identified as Elam, who fled northbound through the alley. Police released a security camera video of him.

Elam has previous convictions for aggravated indecent liberties with a child and is a registered Kansas sex offender, according to the KBI&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/OffenderDetails.aspx?Display=Main&amp;Id=28419">offender registry</a>. The&nbsp;crimes occurred in Wichita in 2012 and 2013 and included a 5-year-old victim. A jury convicted him of the crimes in 2014.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637681991929.png" alt="Elam photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Elam photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a stabbing and after asking the public for help to identify a suspect made an arrest.Just after 11:30p.m. Monday police booked 27-year-old Jeffrey Elam into the Sedgwick County Jail on <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20006712">requested charges</a> that include drug possession, failure to to comply and in connection with the stabbing, according to online jail records.Just after midnight Monday, police responded to reports of a stabbing in the 100 block of North St. Francis in Wichita, according to a social media report from police.When officers arrived, they located a 22-year-old woman with a stab wound to her abdomen. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637631064201.png" alt="Suspect as shown from security camera image- Wichita Police" />
 <figcaption>Suspect as shown from security camera image- Wichita Police</figcaption>
 </figure>EMS transported her to an area hospital for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation revealed the victim was walking to her vehicle and was approached and stabbed by a suspect later identified as Elam, who fled northbound through the alley. Police released a security camera video of him.Elam has previous convictions for aggravated indecent liberties with a child and is a registered Kansas sex offender, according to the KBI&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/OffenderDetails.aspx?Display=Main&amp;Id=28419">offender registry</a>. The&nbsp;crimes occurred in Wichita in 2012 and 2013 and included a 5-year-old victim. A jury convicted him of the crimes in 2014.

Kansas sex offender accused of stabbing woman

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man after an arrest following a 4-hour standoff at a Kansas home.

Just before 1p.m. Monday,&nbsp;the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center began receiving several calls about erratic driving near SE 15th Street and SE Adams Street in Topeka, according to Lt. Ron Eakis.

The suspect reportedly rammed at least one vehicle. Responding police officers located a vehicle matching the same description parked in the driveway of a residence at 108 SW Hampton Street.

Officers attempted to make contact with the suspect later identified as Steven M. Rule, Jr. 36, of Topeka, but he barricaded himself inside the home.

Officers negotiated with the Rule for more than four hours. Just before 6p.m., police took him into custody. Rule is being held on requested charges of that include an&nbsp;outstanding felony warrant, according to Eakis.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637677406183.png" alt="Rule has over a dozen. previous convictions that include theft, burglary, aggravated battery, flee or attempt to elude law enforcement and for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Correction- photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Rule has over a dozen. previous convictions that include theft, burglary, aggravated battery, flee or attempt to elude law enforcement and for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Correction- photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man after an arrest following a 4-hour standoff at a Kansas home.Just before 1p.m. Monday,&nbsp;the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center began receiving several calls about erratic driving near SE 15th Street and SE Adams Street in Topeka, according to Lt. Ron Eakis.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637677286560.png" alt="Police at the scene of the standoff on Monday photo courtesy WIBW TV" />
 <figcaption>Police at the scene of the standoff on Monday photo courtesy WIBW TV</figcaption>
 </figure>The suspect reportedly rammed at least one vehicle. Responding police officers located a vehicle matching the same description parked in the driveway of a residence at 108 SW Hampton Street.Officers attempted to make contact with the suspect later identified as Steven M. Rule, Jr. 36, of Topeka, but he barricaded himself inside the home.Officers negotiated with the Rule for more than four hours. Just before 6p.m., police took him into custody. Rule is being held on requested charges of that include an&nbsp;outstanding felony warrant, according to Eakis.

Police arrest wanted Kansas felon after 4-hour standoff

BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating three suspects on drug charges after executing a search warrant at a home in Great Bend.

Just after 3 p.m. November 19, deputies executed a search warrant at 205 Frey Street in Great Bend, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir. 

The search warrant was part of an investigation into the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl. At least one fentanyl overdose was reported in the county. Detectives believe this location was connected to the overdose case.

Deputies arrived at the scene, securing the residence without incident. During the course of the search, detectives located a substantial amount of suspected methamphetamine, fentanyl as well as firearms and US currency.

The Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects.

Raul Rivera, age 40 of Great Bend, was booked on requested charges of distribution of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and criminal possession of a weapon. His bond is set at $100,000.

Julio Heredia, age 28 of Great Bend, was arrested and booked on requested charges of distribution of fentanyl and criminal possession of a firearm. Bond was also set at $100,000.

Miguel Garay, age 44 of Great Bend, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine as well as a Great Bend Municipal Court warrant. He is also being held in lieu of a $100,000 bond.

All three suspects remain incarcerated as of Monday morning.

The Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Great Bend Police Dept., The Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the Sterling Police Department.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637600946750.jpeg" alt="Photos Barton Co. Sheriff's office" />
 <figcaption>Photos Barton Co. Sheriff's office</figcaption>
 </figure>BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating three suspects on drug charges after executing a search warrant at a home in Great Bend.Just after 3 p.m. November 19, deputies executed a search warrant at 205 Frey Street in Great Bend, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir. The search warrant was part of an investigation into the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl. At least one fentanyl overdose was reported in the county. Detectives believe this location was connected to the overdose case.Deputies arrived at the scene, securing the residence without incident. During the course of the search, detectives located a substantial amount of suspected methamphetamine, fentanyl as well as firearms and US currency.The Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637601162314.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Raul Rivera, age 40 of Great Bend, was booked on requested charges of distribution of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and criminal possession of a weapon. His bond is set at $100,000.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637667423802.png" alt="Heredia photo Barton Co." />
 <figcaption>Heredia photo Barton Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Julio Heredia, age 28 of Great Bend, was arrested and booked on requested charges of distribution of fentanyl and criminal possession of a firearm. Bond was also set at $100,000.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637667290589.png" alt="Garay-photo Barton Co." />
 <figcaption>Garay-photo Barton Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Miguel Garay, age 44 of Great Bend, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine as well as a Great Bend Municipal Court warrant. He is also being held in lieu of a $100,000 bond.All three suspects remain incarcerated as of Monday morning.The Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Great Bend Police Dept., The Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the Sterling Police Department.

Sheriff: 3 jailed in connection with Kan. fentanyl overdose death

SEDGWICK COUNTY— A Kansas man will be sentenced Tuesday afternoon for causing a crash that killed an off-duty Wichita police officer and the officer's 10-year-old son, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

In September, James Dalrymple, 39, Valley Center, pleaded guilty to two counts of involuntary manslaughter while driving under the influence in the death of 37-year-old Stacey Woodson and his son, Braeden, in April 2018. 

Prosecutors said Dalrymple pulled his pickup truck in front of Woodson's motorcycle at a Wichita intersection. Court records say Dalrymple had alcohol and drugs in his system at the time of the crash. Woodson was a 16-year veteran of the Wichita police force.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/9/1631564009505.png" alt="Dalrymple from his arrest in April in 2018" />
 <figcaption>Dalrymple from his arrest in April in 2018</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY— A Kansas man will be sentenced Tuesday afternoon for causing a crash that killed an off-duty Wichita police officer and the officer's 10-year-old son, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.In September, James Dalrymple, 39, Valley Center, pleaded guilty to two counts of involuntary manslaughter while driving under the influence in the death of 37-year-old Stacey Woodson and his son, Braeden, in April 2018. Prosecutors said Dalrymple pulled his pickup truck in front of Woodson's motorcycle at a Wichita intersection. Court records say Dalrymple had alcohol and drugs in his system at the time of the crash. Woodson was a 16-year veteran of the Wichita police force.

Sentencing day for man in DUI crash that killed Kan. officer and son

ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have made an arrest.

Just before&nbsp; 9a.m. on Saturday officers responded to a burglary that had occurred at an apartment in the 200 block North 3rd Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

Investigators determined that forced entry had been made during the night into an apartment located within the complex. A suspect took clothing and household items.

Officers located two suspects, one of which lived in the apartment complex. Kala Woods and Janice Jimenez-Saavedra were taken into custody on requested charges of burglary and theft. Jimenez-Saavedra was also charged with disorderly conduct and interference with law enforcement. Police also recovered the stolen items, according to Wilson.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637597244001.png" alt="Jimenez-Saavedra-photo Atchison Co." />
 <figcaption>Jimenez-Saavedra-photo Atchison Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have made an arrest.Just before&nbsp; 9a.m. on Saturday officers responded to a burglary that had occurred at an apartment in the 200 block North 3rd Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.Investigators determined that forced entry had been made during the night into an apartment located within the complex. A suspect took clothing and household items.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1636469263291.png" alt="Woods -photo Atchison Co." />
 <figcaption>Woods -photo Atchison Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Officers located two suspects, one of which lived in the apartment complex. Kala Woods and Janice Jimenez-Saavedra were taken into custody on requested charges of burglary and theft. Jimenez-Saavedra was also charged with disorderly conduct and interference with law enforcement. Police also recovered the stolen items, according to Wilson.

Police arrest 2 Kan. women for alleged apartment burglary 

RENO COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a double homicide in Reno County have found the 2000 red Ford F-150 truck connected to the crime, according to a social media report from the Reno County Sheriff's Department.

Someone called authorities on a suspicious vehicle in a rural area of Reno county and it matched the description of the suspect vehicle.

 Kyle Hardwick, 37, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of 56-year-old Marion Edward Bates and 58-year-old Phillip Duane Anstine.

Police arrested Hardwick in&nbsp; Maize Sept. 1 after he was&nbsp; listed as a person of interest when two bodies were discovered on a property in eastern Reno County. The truck had been missing since the crime was discovered.

The sheriff’s department says it hopes that the truck will bring about new information that will assist in the investigation.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/9/1630599777911.png" alt="Police arrested Hardwick on Sept. 1-photo Reno Co. Jail" />
 <figcaption>Police arrested Hardwick on Sept. 1-photo Reno Co. Jail</figcaption>
 </figure>RENO COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a double homicide in Reno County have found the 2000 red Ford F-150 truck connected to the crime, according to a social media report from the Reno County Sheriff's Department.Someone called authorities on a suspicious vehicle in a rural area of Reno county and it matched the description of the suspect vehicle. Kyle Hardwick, 37, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of 56-year-old Marion Edward Bates and 58-year-old Phillip Duane Anstine.Police arrested Hardwick in&nbsp; Maize Sept. 1 after he was&nbsp; listed as a person of interest when two bodies were discovered on a property in eastern Reno County. The truck had been missing since the crime was discovered.The sheriff’s department says it hopes that the truck will bring about new information that will assist in the investigation.&nbsp;

Sheriff: Tip helps locate pickup connected to Kan. double homicide 

By Scott Edger Little Apple Post

RILEY COUNTY —Just before 8p.m. Sunday, Riley County Police arrested 38-year-old Kenneth Durell Dotson&nbsp;for multiple counts of stalking, protection order violations, and interference with a law enforcement officer.&nbsp;

Police say Dotson’s current arrest and charges&nbsp;stem from&nbsp;his&nbsp;October 12&nbsp;arrest&nbsp;in connection with a violent attack at&nbsp;a&nbsp;Dairy Queen&nbsp;in Manhattan.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On October 12, the police arrested Dotson and Cornelius Lee Sisson,&nbsp;37,&nbsp;both of Manhattan,&nbsp;after they&nbsp;reportedly&nbsp;forced their way&nbsp;into the Dairy Queen&nbsp;at 1015 N. Third Street&nbsp;and chased a man and woman outside before assaulting them with a weapon.&nbsp;

Police arrested Dotson at his home at 12:14&nbsp;Saturday morning, October 12. He&nbsp;was charged&nbsp;with&nbsp;domestic battery, battery, aggravated assault, criminal damage to property, violation of a protection order and aggravated burglary.&nbsp;&nbsp;

At the time of the Sunday night incident, Dotson was free on a $50,000 bond posted October 20.&nbsp;Following his release, Dotson was issued a protection order banning&nbsp;contant&nbsp;with witnesses.&nbsp;

Authorities&nbsp;had recently&nbsp;taken&nbsp;multiple&nbsp;reports of Dotson stalking&nbsp;and contacting&nbsp;witnesses from the October 12&nbsp;attack. Dotson is scheduled for a December 7 hearing in&nbsp;Riley County District Court&nbsp;for the October 12 case.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/9/1632060646160.png" alt="Kenneth Dotson- from an earlier arrest in Geary Co." />
 <figcaption>Kenneth Dotson- from an earlier arrest in Geary Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>By Scott Edger Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY —Just before 8p.m. Sunday, Riley County Police arrested 38-year-old Kenneth Durell Dotson&nbsp;for multiple counts of stalking, protection order violations, and interference with a law enforcement officer.&nbsp;Police say Dotson’s current arrest and charges&nbsp;stem from&nbsp;his&nbsp;October 12&nbsp;arrest&nbsp;in connection with a violent attack at&nbsp;a&nbsp;Dairy Queen&nbsp;in Manhattan.&nbsp;&nbsp;On October 12, the police arrested Dotson and Cornelius Lee Sisson,&nbsp;37,&nbsp;both of Manhattan,&nbsp;after they&nbsp;reportedly&nbsp;forced their way&nbsp;into the Dairy Queen&nbsp;at 1015 N. Third Street&nbsp;and chased a man and woman outside before assaulting them with a weapon.&nbsp;Police arrested Dotson at his home at 12:14&nbsp;Saturday morning, October 12. He&nbsp;was charged&nbsp;with&nbsp;domestic battery, battery, aggravated assault, criminal damage to property, violation of a protection order and aggravated burglary.&nbsp;&nbsp;At the time of the Sunday night incident, Dotson was free on a $50,000 bond posted October 20.&nbsp;Following his release, Dotson was issued a protection order banning&nbsp;contant&nbsp;with witnesses.&nbsp;Authorities&nbsp;had recently&nbsp;taken&nbsp;multiple&nbsp;reports of Dotson stalking&nbsp;and contacting&nbsp;witnesses from the October 12&nbsp;attack. Dotson is scheduled for a December 7 hearing in&nbsp;Riley County District Court&nbsp;for the October 12 case.&nbsp;

RCPD: Kan. man accused in attack jailed for stalking victims

So far this year there have been 144 occurrences of theft from a motor vehicle in Junction City.&nbsp; Police Chief John Lamb has compared that number with the pre-COVID 2019 year when there were 55 thefts from motor vehicles at this point in the year. Compared to 2019 there has been a 171% increase in theft from motor vehicles this year.&nbsp;

So far this year there have been 144 occurrences of theft from a motor vehicle in Junction City.&nbsp; Police Chief John Lamb has compared that number with the pre-COVID 2019 year when there were 55 thefts from motor vehicles at this point in the year. Compared to 2019 there has been a 171% increase in theft from motor vehicles this year.&nbsp;Lamb did report, however, that theft from motor vehicles is a part one property crime alongside other crimes such as burglary, shoplifting, theft from a&nbsp; building and motor vehicle theft. Comparing the numbers of this entire category from 2019 to 2021 there has been an overall decrease of three percent in those crimes.Lamb noted that while the crime of theft from a motor vehicle has increased, overall there is less property crime this year compared to the last normal year that occurred.JCPD has made several arrests recently, and those individuals are suspected of committing a large number of these thefts. October has the highest number of thefts in 2021 but those arrests were made at the end of the month. November is on track to have less than half the number of thefts from motor vehicles compared to October.Through all the cases officers worked this year, 95% of all the vehicle that fell victim to thefts were left unlocked. Police are advising the community to double-check to ensure that you have locked your vehicle. They also recommend that people not leave valuable items visible in their cars, such as phones, wallets, purses or money.JCPD is working with their crime analyst to identify patterns, series and trends when it comes to this and other crimes to develop plans to increase patrol and awareness.&nbsp; Through the analysis of crime it appears the thefts occurred all over the community, but in 95% of the cases, the victim's vehicle was left unlocked. JCPD is focusing on increasing patrol in areas where cars were recently victimized.