By KEN CARPENTER Great Bend Post

On Monday evening, authorities arrested 36-year-old Elias Trejo as a person of interest in the murder of 39-year-old Micah Merryman-Scifres&nbsp;Sunday night at a hotel in Great Bend.&nbsp;Trejo is being held at the Barton County&nbsp;jail&nbsp;on a $500,000 bond.&nbsp;&nbsp;

County prosecutor Levi Morris is in charge of prosecuting&nbsp;the&nbsp;murder&nbsp;case and has contacted&nbsp;the State Attorney General’s Office&nbsp;for help.&nbsp;

"I did make a request for assistance, and the Attorney General’s&nbsp;Office did accept it. Essentially, this case will be tried by one of the&nbsp;attorneys in&nbsp;that office and myself.&nbsp;But essentially, they are going to prosecute the case.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Morris explained&nbsp;how&nbsp;Barton County,&nbsp;which has a relatively small population, can benefit from the help&nbsp;the Attorney General can provide&nbsp;in a homicide case.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“If you live in one of the bigger cities, they jot down X number of homicides a year, and the resources to investigate, the resources to&nbsp;prosecute&nbsp;are&nbsp;in&nbsp;the budget,” Morris said. “Fortunately, we don’t have a lot. We have enough, but&nbsp;they don’t happen frequently enough that they are essentially a part of our budget. 

From my point of&nbsp;view, the Attorney General’s Office wants to be a resource for smaller counties. The attorneys there have done it before&nbsp;and they’ve done it a lot and they’re rather good at it.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Morris said charges&nbsp;in the case&nbsp;were filed&nbsp;on Wednesday evening&nbsp;within 48 hours of the arrest.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626800745537.jpeg" alt="Trejo photo Barton Co." />
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 </figure>By KEN CARPENTER Great Bend PostOn Monday evening, authorities arrested 36-year-old Elias Trejo as a person of interest in the murder of 39-year-old Micah Merryman-Scifres&nbsp;Sunday night at a hotel in Great Bend.&nbsp;Trejo is being held at the Barton County&nbsp;jail&nbsp;on a $500,000 bond.&nbsp;&nbsp;County prosecutor Levi Morris is in charge of prosecuting&nbsp;the&nbsp;murder&nbsp;case and has contacted&nbsp;the State Attorney General’s Office&nbsp;for help.&nbsp;"I did make a request for assistance, and the Attorney General’s&nbsp;Office did accept it. Essentially, this case will be tried by one of the&nbsp;attorneys in&nbsp;that office and myself.&nbsp;But essentially, they are going to prosecute the case.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Morris explained&nbsp;how&nbsp;Barton County,&nbsp;which has a relatively small population, can benefit from the help&nbsp;the Attorney General can provide&nbsp;in a homicide case.&nbsp;&nbsp;“If you live in one of the bigger cities, they jot down X number of homicides a year, and the resources to investigate, the resources to&nbsp;prosecute&nbsp;are&nbsp;in&nbsp;the budget,” Morris said. “Fortunately, we don’t have a lot. We have enough, but&nbsp;they don’t happen frequently enough that they are essentially a part of our budget. From my point of&nbsp;view, the Attorney General’s Office wants to be a resource for smaller counties. The attorneys there have done it before&nbsp;and they’ve done it a lot and they’re rather good at it.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Morris said charges&nbsp;in the case&nbsp;were filed&nbsp;on Wednesday evening&nbsp;within 48 hours of the arrest.&nbsp;

Kan. attorney general's staff to assist in Barton Co. murder case

HUTCHINSON — A Kansas man was arrested on drug charges after a package containing drugs was intercepted on its way through the mail.

Luis Gutierrez, 20, Hutchinson, is facing potential charges of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and possession of drug paraphernalia with intent to distribute. His bond has been set at $250,000.

The arrests happened after members of the Reno County Criminal Interdiction Unit along with members of the United States Postal Service Inspectors Division, Hutchinson Police Department's Special Operations Unit, and South Hutchinson Police Department executed two drug related search warrants simultaneously at two neighboring houses in the south part of Hutchinson as part of a controlled delivery. A total of approximately 40 pounds of marijuana was seized from the two residences.&nbsp;

Members of the Criminal Interdiction Unit have seen an increase of drugs entering the Reno County area through different avenues of the mail service.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626993712818.png" alt="Luis Gutierrez has 3 previous drug convictions, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections" />
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 </figure>HUTCHINSON — A Kansas man was arrested on drug charges after a package containing drugs was intercepted on its way through the mail.Luis Gutierrez, 20, Hutchinson, is facing potential charges of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and possession of drug paraphernalia with intent to distribute. His bond has been set at $250,000.The arrests happened after members of the Reno County Criminal Interdiction Unit along with members of the United States Postal Service Inspectors Division, Hutchinson Police Department's Special Operations Unit, and South Hutchinson Police Department executed two drug related search warrants simultaneously at two neighboring houses in the south part of Hutchinson as part of a controlled delivery. A total of approximately 40 pounds of marijuana was seized from the two residences.&nbsp;Members of the Criminal Interdiction Unit have seen an increase of drugs entering the Reno County area through different avenues of the mail service.&nbsp;

Kansas man jailed after marijuana sent in the mail

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A man was hit on his bicycle in Hutchinson Tuesday night and a dirt bike rider was arrested.

According to Hutchinson Police Lt. Dustin Loepp, a man was riding his bicycle north in the 2600 block of Hendricks around 6 p.m. Tuesday when a dirt bike rider, later identified as Mykle Mitchell of Hutchinson, swerved and hit the man on the bike.

The bicyclist had a broken wrist and fractured ribs. Mitchell had road rash, but initially ran from the scene and was caught on foot about a block away. Mitchell was booked into jail for No Drivers License; Leave the scene of an accident, resulting in great bodily harm; Registration Violation and No/Expired License Plate.

As of Thursday, Mitchell was still listed as in the Reno County jail with a bond of $2,650

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 </figure>By NICK GOSNELLHutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A man was hit on his bicycle in Hutchinson Tuesday night and a dirt bike rider was arrested.According to Hutchinson Police Lt. Dustin Loepp, a man was riding his bicycle north in the 2600 block of Hendricks around 6 p.m. Tuesday when a dirt bike rider, later identified as Mykle Mitchell of Hutchinson, swerved and hit the man on the bike.The bicyclist had a broken wrist and fractured ribs. Mitchell had road rash, but initially ran from the scene and was caught on foot about a block away. Mitchell was booked into jail for No Drivers License; Leave the scene of an accident, resulting in great bodily harm; Registration Violation and No/Expired License Plate.As of Thursday, Mitchell was still listed as in the Reno County jail with a bond of $2,650

Kansas man jailed after dirtbike, bicycle accident 

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A west Omaha high school band director has been arrested, accused of abusing a former student over a three-year period.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says an arrest warrant was issued this week for 55-year-old Michelle Bluford, director of the Elkhorn South High School band who has been employed by the district for two decades.

Officials say Bluford was arrested around 7 p.m. Monday on the warrant charging her with felony child abuse.

Investigators believe Bluford groomed a student at Elkhorn South starting in 2017, which led to sexual contact with the student. The sheriff's office said it first learned of the alleged abuse in June and launched an investigation.

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 </figure>OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A west Omaha high school band director has been arrested, accused of abusing a former student over a three-year period.The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says an arrest warrant was issued this week for 55-year-old Michelle Bluford, director of the Elkhorn South High School band who has been employed by the district for two decades.Officials say Bluford was arrested around 7 p.m. Monday on the warrant charging her with felony child abuse.Investigators believe Bluford groomed a student at Elkhorn South starting in 2017, which led to sexual contact with the student. The sheriff's office said it first learned of the alleged abuse in June and launched an investigation.

Sheriff: High school band director accused of sex with student

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

Two people were arrested after a short pursuit through a Salina neighborhood early Wednesday.

Just before 2a.m. Wednesday, a Saline County deputy stopped a 2014 Dodge Ram pickup in the 200 Block of S. Penn. It had been reported for suspicious behavior, according to Saline County Sheriff's Captain Jim Hughes

&nbsp;The pickup had allegedly been driving up and down alleys in the neighborhood. In the pickup were Greg Todd, 39 of Salina, and Cady Cole, 23, of Salina, Hughes said.

After talking with the two, the deputy released them and then ran the license plate on the pickup. When he discovered that the license plate was stolen out of Ottawa County, he attempted to stop the pickup once again, but a short pursuit ensued.

The pickup stopped near the intersection of N. Kansas Avenue and E. Elm Street, and Todd and Cole took off on foot, Hughes said. The deputy apprehended Cole nearby. A short time later, another deputy apprehended Todd elsewhere in the neighborhood.

It was determined that the pickup had been reported stolen on June 21 from where it was parked at the Rodeway Inn &amp; Suites, 3932 S. Ninth Street, Hughes said.

Hughes said that during the initial stop, Cole had been driving, but Todd had been driving when the two exited the pickup and fled on foot.

Todd was arrested on the following requested charges, Hughes said.

●Interference with a law enforcement officer

Hughes said Cole was arrested on the following requested charges.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626888189775.png" alt="Todd, who lives in Salina, has a previous conviction for 3rd degree attempted criminal sexual conduct in Michigan in 2003, according to the KBI offender registry." />
 <figcaption>Todd, who lives in Salina, has a previous conviction for 3rd degree attempted criminal sexual conduct in Michigan in 2003, according to the KBI offender registry.</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostTwo people were arrested after a short pursuit through a Salina neighborhood early Wednesday.Just before 2a.m. Wednesday, a Saline County deputy stopped a 2014 Dodge Ram pickup in the 200 Block of S. Penn. It had been reported for suspicious behavior, according to Saline County Sheriff's Captain Jim Hughes<figure>
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 </figure>&nbsp;The pickup had allegedly been driving up and down alleys in the neighborhood. In the pickup were Greg Todd, 39 of Salina, and Cady Cole, 23, of Salina, Hughes said.After talking with the two, the deputy released them and then ran the license plate on the pickup. When he discovered that the license plate was stolen out of Ottawa County, he attempted to stop the pickup once again, but a short pursuit ensued.The pickup stopped near the intersection of N. Kansas Avenue and E. Elm Street, and Todd and Cole took off on foot, Hughes said. The deputy apprehended Cole nearby. A short time later, another deputy apprehended Todd elsewhere in the neighborhood.It was determined that the pickup had been reported stolen on June 21 from where it was parked at the Rodeway Inn &amp; Suites, 3932 S. Ninth Street, Hughes said.Hughes said that during the initial stop, Cole had been driving, but Todd had been driving when the two exited the pickup and fled on foot.Todd was arrested on the following requested charges, Hughes said.●Felony possession of stolen property●Possession of methamphetamine●Flee and elude●Interference with a law enforcement officer●No proof of insurance●Possession of drug paraphernalia●Possession of marijuanaHughes said Cole was arrested on the following requested charges.●Driving while suspended●Driving while a habitual violator●Criminal use of a weapon●Felony possession of stolen property●Possession of methamphetamine●Flee and elude●Interference with a law enforcement officer●No proof of insurance●Possession of drug paraphernalia●Possession of marijuana

Registered sex offender caught driving stolen truck in Kansas

ATCHISON COUNTY, Kan.—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a teen for alleged battery in Atchison.

Just before 11p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a disturbance that had occurred in the 500 block North 9th Street in Atchison involving a group of teenagers, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson

 An 18-year-old girl reported that during the disturbance Blayne Williams, 18, Atchison, struck her in the head with his fists and a handgun. 

The victim was examined by EMS for her injuries but not transported for medical treatment, according to Wilson. Police located and arrested Williams on requested charges of aggravated battery and battery.

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 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY, Kan.—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a teen for alleged battery in Atchison.Just before 11p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a disturbance that had occurred in the 500 block North 9th Street in Atchison involving a group of teenagers, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson An 18-year-old girl reported that during the disturbance Blayne Williams, 18, Atchison, struck her in the head with his fists and a handgun. The victim was examined by EMS for her injuries but not transported for medical treatment, according to Wilson. Police located and arrested Williams on requested charges of aggravated battery and battery.

Police: Kan. teen accused of striking girl with handgun

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged accidental shooting and have made an arrest.

Just after 8 p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a shooting call at the apartment complex in the 500 block of North Nims in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson. 

Upon arrival, officers located 19-year-old Jyrez Ricks of Wichita in the parking lot who had been shot. Ricks was pronounced deceased on the scene, according to Davidson.

The investigation revealed 21-year-old Jordan Williams was handling a handgun inside the apartment occupied by Ricks and three other adult friends. The gun accidentally discharged, striking Ricks.

Police contacted Williams on the scene and arrested without incident on a requested charge of involuntary manslaughter.

Davidson reminded the importance of practicing gun safety.

• Always store guns unloaded and security locked;

• Use a gun case, gun safe, or lockbox for safer storage;

• Store ammunition in a separate location; and

• Talk to your children about gun safety.

If you find a gun, leave it alone and tell an adult;

• Ask your parents about proper gun safety.

Practice gun safety to protect yourself and your family.

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged accidental shooting and have made an arrest.Just after 8 p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a shooting call at the apartment complex in the 500 block of North Nims in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson. Upon arrival, officers located 19-year-old Jyrez Ricks of Wichita in the parking lot who had been shot. Ricks was pronounced deceased on the scene, according to Davidson.The investigation revealed 21-year-old Jordan Williams was handling a handgun inside the apartment occupied by Ricks and three other adult friends. The gun accidentally discharged, striking Ricks.Police contacted Williams on the scene and arrested without incident on a requested charge of involuntary manslaughter.Davidson reminded the importance of practicing gun safety.If you own a gun:• Always store guns unloaded and security locked;• Use a gun case, gun safe, or lockbox for safer storage;• Store ammunition in a separate location; and• Talk to your children about gun safety.If you find a gun, leave it alone and tell an adult;• Always assume a gun is loaded;• Never point a gun at anyone; and• Ask your parents about proper gun safety.Practice gun safety to protect yourself and your family.

Police: 19-year-old Kansas man dies after gun accident 

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

Just after 1a.m. Monday,&nbsp; police responded to a parking lot outside an apartment complex in the 300 block Santa Fe in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson

A 39-year-old man reported that he had been threatened by a man with a baseball bat as the victim was working on a vehicle in the parking lot. 

The suspect later identified as 44-year-old Jason L. Seager then left the scene and was not immediately located.

Just after 4p.m. and following a subsequent investigation, police located and arrested Seager at this residence. 

The victim was familiar with the suspect as both lived in the apartment complex but there had not been any previous confrontation prior to this incident, according to Wilson.

There were no injuries reported.&nbsp; In addition to a requested charge for aggravated assault, Seager is also in custody on two District Court warrants for failure to appear in court.

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 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an assault and have made an arrest.Just after 1a.m. Monday,&nbsp; police responded to a parking lot outside an apartment complex in the 300 block Santa Fe in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike WilsonA 39-year-old man reported that he had been threatened by a man with a baseball bat as the victim was working on a vehicle in the parking lot. The suspect later identified as 44-year-old Jason L. Seager then left the scene and was not immediately located.Just after 4p.m. and following a subsequent investigation, police located and arrested Seager at this residence. The victim was familiar with the suspect as both lived in the apartment complex but there had not been any previous confrontation prior to this incident, according to Wilson.There were no injuries reported.&nbsp; In addition to a requested charge for aggravated assault, Seager is also in custody on two District Court warrants for failure to appear in court.

Police: Kan. man threatened victim with baseball bat

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of burglaries and have a suspect in custody.

On July 15, police asked the public for help to identify a suspect in the burglaries that occurred over the last few months at various businesses in downtown Topeka, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Spiker.

Police received multiple responses and as a result of the investigation, police identified Stan W. Chavez, 35 of Topeka as a suspect.

On Monday police located and arrested Chavez and later booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Burglary, Criminal damage and Theft.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626777777007.png" alt="Chavez photo Shawnee Co." />
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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of burglaries and have a suspect in custody.On July 15, police asked the public for help to identify a suspect in the burglaries that occurred over the last few months at various businesses in downtown Topeka, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Spiker.Police received multiple responses and as a result of the investigation, police identified Stan W. Chavez, 35 of Topeka as a suspect.On Monday police located and arrested Chavez and later booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Burglary, Criminal damage and Theft.

Tip leads to arrest of Kansas burglary suspect

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a weekend high-speed chase and attempting to locate 32-year-old Robert R. Boyles following a vehicle pursuit in the 500 block of SW Gage Boulevard early Sunday morning, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

The driver,&nbsp; 32-year-old Robert R. Boyles of Colorado, fled the scene and has not been located. 

Just after 1a.m.&nbsp; Sunday, a deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a spray painted black 2005 Dodge Ram pickup truck in the 500 block of SW Gage Boulevard for a stolen license plate. 

The driver later identified as Boyles refused to stop and a pursuit was initiated. The Topeka Police Department assisted and successfully deployed stop sticks at SW 15th Street and SW Gage Boulevard. 

In the 3700 block of SW Cambridge Avenue, the driver drove out of the lane of traffic and struck a deputy’s vehicle before continuing northbound on SW Gage Boulevard, according to Christian.

In the 2000 block of SW Atwood Avenue, two passengers fled from the vehicle and were taken into custody. Sarah L. Followell, 32, of Topeka was arrested, booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of heroin, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, interference with law enforcement and a narcotics warrant out of Colorado. 

The other passenger David W. Bentley, 42, of Topeka, was transported to a local hospital by American Medical Response for minor injuries and will be charged with interference with law enforcement.

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a weekend high-speed chase and attempting to locate 32-year-old Robert R. Boyles following a vehicle pursuit in the 500 block of SW Gage Boulevard early Sunday morning, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.The driver,&nbsp; 32-year-old Robert R. Boyles of Colorado, fled the scene and has not been located. Just after 1a.m.&nbsp; Sunday, a deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a spray painted black 2005 Dodge Ram pickup truck in the 500 block of SW Gage Boulevard for a stolen license plate. The driver later identified as Boyles refused to stop and a pursuit was initiated. The Topeka Police Department assisted and successfully deployed stop sticks at SW 15th Street and SW Gage Boulevard. In the 3700 block of SW Cambridge Avenue, the driver drove out of the lane of traffic and struck a deputy’s vehicle before continuing northbound on SW Gage Boulevard, according to Christian.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626812024567.png" alt="Followell photo Shawnee Co." />
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 </figure>In the 2000 block of SW Atwood Avenue, two passengers fled from the vehicle and were taken into custody. Sarah L. Followell, 32, of Topeka was arrested, booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of heroin, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, interference with law enforcement and a narcotics warrant out of Colorado. The other passenger David W. Bentley, 42, of Topeka, was transported to a local hospital by American Medical Response for minor injuries and will be charged with interference with law enforcement.

Sheriff: Man who fled Kansas high-speed chase still missing

TOPEKA— A Kansas man is behind bars after weapons and drugs were found in his vehicle during a traffic stop&nbsp; Monday night, according to the Shawnee County Sheriff.&nbsp;Richard G. Primera, 31, of Council Grove is in custody and faces multiple charges, including criminal possession of a firearm and possession of methamphetamine after a traffic stop in an area of SW Topeka Blvd. on Monday night.

Just after 8:30 p.m., a deputy conducted a traffic top on a&nbsp; 2009 Saab in an area of SW Topeka Blvd. During the investigation, it said it was found that Primera had a felony warrant out of Lyon Co. He was then arrested.

Primera was booked into the Shawnee Co. Dept. of Corrections for his warrant and on requested charges of criminal possession of a firearm, criminal carrying of a weapon, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, interference with law enforcement and multiple traffic-related violations.

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 </figure>TOPEKA— A Kansas man is behind bars after weapons and drugs were found in his vehicle during a traffic stop&nbsp; Monday night, according to the Shawnee County Sheriff.&nbsp;Richard G. Primera, 31, of Council Grove is in custody and faces multiple charges, including criminal possession of a firearm and possession of methamphetamine after a traffic stop in an area of SW Topeka Blvd. on Monday night.Just after 8:30 p.m., a deputy conducted a traffic top on a&nbsp; 2009 Saab in an area of SW Topeka Blvd. During the investigation, it said it was found that Primera had a felony warrant out of Lyon Co. He was then arrested.Primera was booked into the Shawnee Co. Dept. of Corrections for his warrant and on requested charges of criminal possession of a firearm, criminal carrying of a weapon, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, interference with law enforcement and multiple traffic-related violations.

Council Grove man arrested after guns, drugs found during traffic stop

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A man arrested in connection with the abduction and shooting in Reno and Sedgwick County on Monday made his first appearance in Reno County District Court Tuesday morning. The injured two-year-old had surgery and is recovering, according to the sheriff's department.

In a very short hearing, 22-year-old Kamden Campos answered two questions with one word answers and did not make any request for a reduction of his bond which is $2,101,500.

Campos is facing possible charges of four counts of attempted first degree murder, kidnapping and theft. Campos was arrested after allegedly abducting a woman and her daughter in Wichita. They drove out to Cheney Lake. When the woman tried to escape in a vehicle, Campos allegedly shot at the vehicle, hitting a 2-year-old.&nbsp;

The woman drove into Sedgwick County where she called 911. The child was taken to Wesley Medical Center where she remained in critical condition, according to the Sheriff's office.

District Attorney Tom Stanton said he hopes to have formal charges filed by no later than Monday. Campos is due back in court Tuesday, July 27 unless charges are brought against him before then.

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 </figure>By ROD ZOOKHutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — A man arrested in connection with the abduction and shooting in Reno and Sedgwick County on Monday made his first appearance in Reno County District Court Tuesday morning. The injured two-year-old had surgery and is recovering, according to the sheriff's department.In a very short hearing, 22-year-old Kamden Campos answered two questions with one word answers and did not make any request for a reduction of his bond which is $2,101,500.Campos is facing possible charges of four counts of attempted first degree murder, kidnapping and theft. Campos was arrested after allegedly abducting a woman and her daughter in Wichita. They drove out to Cheney Lake. When the woman tried to escape in a vehicle, Campos allegedly shot at the vehicle, hitting a 2-year-old.&nbsp;The woman drove into Sedgwick County where she called 911. The child was taken to Wesley Medical Center where she remained in critical condition, according to the Sheriff's office.District Attorney Tom Stanton said he hopes to have formal charges filed by no later than Monday. Campos is due back in court Tuesday, July 27 unless charges are brought against him before then.

Kan. toddler recovering after kidnapping, shooting

BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities  investigating a man's death in Great Bend have located a Person of Interest identified as 36-year-old Elias Trejo, according to Great Bend Police.

Just after 6:31 p.m. Monday, the Barton County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to an area near SW 60th Avenue and SW 60th Road, according to a media relase.

A citizen had reported sighting Trejo. A deputy located the suspect, conducted a felony traffic stop and took him into custody without incident.

Trejo is being held on requested charges of murder in the 2nd degree&nbsp; on a $500,000 bond

BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities&nbsp; investigating a man's death in Great Bend have located a&nbsp;Person of Interest identified as 36-year-old Elias Trejo, according to Great Bend Police.

Police have not reported an arrest or possible charges in the case.

"This was a great example of the Police Department, Barton County Sheriff's Office and the Kansas Highway Patrol working together behind the scenes to keep the community safe," the police department wrote on social media.

BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man's death and asking for help to locate a suspect.

Just after 11:30 p.m., Sunday, the Great Bend Police and Fire Department ambulance personnel were dispatched to the Best Western, 2920 Tenth Street in Great Bend for report of a man&nbsp;on the ground, bleeding, and not moving, according to a media release.

 Upon arrival, officers found 39-year-old Micah Merryman-Scifres deceased. Through the investigation police identified 36-year-old Elias Trejo as a person of interest. 

Trejo was last seen in a dark colored, 4-door passenger car with unknown Texas license plates. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call the Great Bend Police Department at 620-793-4120 or Crime Stoppers at 620-792-1300.

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 <figcaption>Trejo photo Great Bend Police</figcaption>
 </figure>BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a man's death in Great Bend have located a Person of Interest identified as 36-year-old Elias Trejo, according to Great Bend Police.Just after 6:31 p.m. Monday, the Barton County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to an area near SW 60th Avenue and SW 60th Road, according to a media relase.A citizen had reported sighting Trejo. A deputy located the suspect, conducted a felony traffic stop and took him into custody without incident.Trejo is being held on requested charges of murder in the 2nd degree&nbsp; on a $500,000 bond---------BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities&nbsp; investigating a man's death in Great Bend have located a&nbsp;Person of Interest identified as 36-year-old Elias Trejo, according to Great Bend Police.Police have not reported an arrest or possible charges in the case."This was a great example of the Police Department, Barton County Sheriff's Office and the Kansas Highway Patrol working together behind the scenes to keep the community safe," the police department wrote on social media.--------BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man's death and asking for help to locate a suspect.Just after 11:30 p.m., Sunday, the Great Bend Police and Fire Department ambulance personnel were dispatched to the Best Western, 2920 Tenth Street in Great Bend for report of a man&nbsp;on the ground, bleeding, and not moving, according to a media release. Upon arrival, officers found 39-year-old Micah Merryman-Scifres deceased. Through the investigation police identified 36-year-old Elias Trejo as a person of interest. Trejo was last seen in a dark colored, 4-door passenger car with unknown Texas license plates. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call the Great Bend Police Department at 620-793-4120 or Crime Stoppers at 620-792-1300.

Suspect in Great Bend homicide being held on $500K bond

KANSAS CITY(AP) — A Kansas City man has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for fatally stabbing a mother of four in 2018.

The Jackson County Prosecutor's office said Sunday that Xzavior McDowell, 20, was sentenced Friday in connection with the death of 27-year-old Deandrea Vine. McDowell had previously pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and armed criminal action.

Vine was found stabbed to death on July 28, 2018 in front of the home where she and her four children were living with other family. At the time of her death, Vine had a 7-year-old daughter, a 5-year-old son, a 3-year-old daughter and a 21-month-old son.

McDowell and Vine worked together at a Walmart, and McDowell told police she he was in a relationship with Vine before her death.

McDowell told police after his arrest that he became upset with Vine after she told him she was pregnant and he was the father. According to court documents, McDowell said Vine tried to stab him but he took the knife away and stabbed her “a bunch of times.”

Vine was found with stab wounds to her head, face, neck, chest, stomach, arms and hands.

McDowell also told investigators that he had thrown away the knife he used in the stabbing and burned his bloody clothes.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626700209948.png" alt="Mcdowell photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Mcdowell photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY(AP) — A Kansas City man has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for fatally stabbing a mother of four in 2018.The Jackson County Prosecutor's office said Sunday that Xzavior McDowell, 20, was sentenced Friday in connection with the death of 27-year-old Deandrea Vine. McDowell had previously pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and armed criminal action.Vine was found stabbed to death on July 28, 2018 in front of the home where she and her four children were living with other family. At the time of her death, Vine had a 7-year-old daughter, a 5-year-old son, a 3-year-old daughter and a 21-month-old son.McDowell and Vine worked together at a Walmart, and McDowell told police she he was in a relationship with Vine before her death.McDowell told police after his arrest that he became upset with Vine after she told him she was pregnant and he was the father. According to court documents, McDowell said Vine tried to stab him but he took the knife away and stabbed her “a bunch of times.”Vine was found with stab wounds to her head, face, neck, chest, stomach, arms and hands.McDowell also told investigators that he had thrown away the knife he used in the stabbing and burned his bloody clothes.

Man sentenced in fatal knife attack on KC mother of 4 

MEADE COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Meade County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Meade man following a standoff at a residence on Sunday, according to a media release from the KBI.

Just before 7 a.m., the Meade County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance after a male subject, who was known to possess firearms, barricaded himself inside a home at 617 E. Vine St. in Meade, Kan. The KBI’s High Risk Warrant Team responded.

A deputy from the Meade County Sheriff’s Office had made contact with 38-year-old Daryl J. Wilkerson, of Meade, at about 5:30 a.m., when he tried to arrest him related to allegations of harassment and assault. When told he would be arrested, Wilkerson ran into the home and refused to come out.

During the standoff, verbal contact was made with Wilkerson and negotiators attempted to convince him to surrender peacefully. At approximately 2:45 p.m., he emerged from the house in an angry state. When he would not comply with commands and attempted to return inside, a KBI agent fired a less lethal munition at him, striking him. Wilkerson was still able to retreat back into the house. Then at approximately 2:50 p.m., Wilkerson fired a shot through the south side of the house. No law enforcement officers were hit by the round.

Negotiations continued. At 4:50 p.m., Wilkerson came out of the residence peacefully and was taken into custody. He was booked into the Meade County Jail on requested charges of aggravated assault and harassment by a telecommunication device.

Additional charges related to the barricade and shooting incident are expected.

The Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), the Gray County Sheriff’s Office, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), and Meade County EMS also responded to help during the incident.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626732871948.png" alt="Wilkerson has previous convictions for burglary, theft, forgery, stalking, violation of a protection order and for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Wilkerson has previous convictions for burglary, theft, forgery, stalking, violation of a protection order and for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>MEADE COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Meade County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Meade man following a standoff at a residence on Sunday, according to a media release from the KBI.Just before 7 a.m., the Meade County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance after a male subject, who was known to possess firearms, barricaded himself inside a home at 617 E. Vine St. in Meade, Kan. The KBI’s High Risk Warrant Team responded.A deputy from the Meade County Sheriff’s Office had made contact with 38-year-old Daryl J. Wilkerson, of Meade, at about 5:30 a.m., when he tried to arrest him related to allegations of harassment and assault. When told he would be arrested, Wilkerson ran into the home and refused to come out.During the standoff, verbal contact was made with Wilkerson and negotiators attempted to convince him to surrender peacefully. At approximately 2:45 p.m., he emerged from the house in an angry state. When he would not comply with commands and attempted to return inside, a KBI agent fired a less lethal munition at him, striking him. Wilkerson was still able to retreat back into the house. Then at approximately 2:50 p.m., Wilkerson fired a shot through the south side of the house. No law enforcement officers were hit by the round.Negotiations continued. At 4:50 p.m., Wilkerson came out of the residence peacefully and was taken into custody. He was booked into the Meade County Jail on requested charges of aggravated assault and harassment by a telecommunication device.Additional charges related to the barricade and shooting incident are expected.The Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), the Gray County Sheriff’s Office, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), and Meade County EMS also responded to help during the incident.

KBI: Felon arrested following SW Kansas standoff 

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal weekend shooting and have arrested a 16-year-old boy.

Just before 10p.m. on Saturday, police responded to a burglary in progress call at a home in the 2600 block of North Piatt inW Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp;

 Upon arrival, officers located a 16-year-old victim who had been shot.&nbsp; He was taken to an area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

While investigating the scene, a 16-year-old male suspect and a 20-year-old male suspect arrived at an area hospital with gunshot wounds.&nbsp; 

The 16-year-old was treated, released, and booked into jail. The 20-year-old male remains hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, according to Davidson.

The investigation revealed the two suspects and victim are known to each other.&nbsp; The suspects arrived at the victim’s home, a disturbance ensued, and multiple shots were fired that struck all three individuals.&nbsp; Investigators have recovered two handguns during the investigation.

This was not a random incident, according to Davidson. He did not released names of the victim or the suspects.

Police will present the case to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal weekend shooting and have arrested a 16-year-old boy.Just before 10p.m. on Saturday, police responded to a burglary in progress call at a home in the 2600 block of North Piatt inW Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers located a 16-year-old victim who had been shot.&nbsp; He was taken to an area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.While investigating the scene, a 16-year-old male suspect and a 20-year-old male suspect arrived at an area hospital with gunshot wounds.&nbsp; The 16-year-old was treated, released, and booked into jail. The 20-year-old male remains hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, according to Davidson.The investigation revealed the two suspects and victim are known to each other.&nbsp; The suspects arrived at the victim’s home, a disturbance ensued, and multiple shots were fired that struck all three individuals.&nbsp; Investigators have recovered two handguns during the investigation.This was not a random incident, according to Davidson. He did not released names of the victim or the suspects.Police will present the case to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

1  jailed, 1 hospitalized after gunfight that killed Kan. boy

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged weekend altercation in Manhattan.

Just after 5:30p.m. Saturday, police filed a report for attempted aggravated battery, domestic battery and criminal threat in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 21-year-old, and 26-year-old man and a 32-year-old man&nbsp; reported a 32-year-old suspect shoved the 21-year-old, threw a closed beer can at the 26-year-old striking him and threatened the same victim with a knife. 

A 26-year-old suspect identified as a suspect. Police also arrested Sergio Antonio Estrada Moreno, 32, of Manhattan on requested charges of attempted aggravated battery, domestic battery and criminal threat. Moreno is confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $10,000.

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged weekend altercation in Manhattan.Just after 5:30p.m. Saturday, police filed a report for attempted aggravated battery, domestic battery and criminal threat in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 21-year-old, and 26-year-old man and a 32-year-old man&nbsp; reported a 32-year-old suspect shoved the 21-year-old, threw a closed beer can at the 26-year-old striking him and threatened the same victim with a knife. A 26-year-old suspect identified as a suspect. Police also arrested Sergio Antonio Estrada Moreno, 32, of Manhattan on requested charges of attempted aggravated battery, domestic battery and criminal threat. Moreno is confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $10,000.

Suspect arrested after weekend altercation in Manhattan

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspect after police executed a search warrant at a Kansas home.

On Friday, members of the Topeka Police Department Narcotics Unit and the Shawnee County Drug Task Force served a search warrant in the 1600 Block of SW Central Park Avenue related to an ongoing investigation, according to Lt. Jerry Monasmith.

While conducting the search warrant, the officers located methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

As a result, officers arrested Shannon Hardesty, 45 years of age, and Kelcey Lowry, 28 years of age, both of Topeka. They were transported to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections. Hardesty was jailed on requested charges of Possession of methamphetamine with the intent of distribution, Possession of drug paraphernalia with the intent of distribution and Aggravated endangering a child

Kelcey Lowry was booked on a requested charge of Aggravated endangering a child.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626691585020.png" alt="Hardesty -photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Hardesty -photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspect after police executed a search warrant at a Kansas home.On Friday, members of the Topeka Police Department Narcotics Unit and the Shawnee County Drug Task Force served a search warrant in the 1600 Block of SW Central Park Avenue related to an ongoing investigation, according to Lt. Jerry Monasmith.While conducting the search warrant, the officers located methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626691605156.png" alt="Lowry-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Lowry-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>As a result, officers arrested Shannon Hardesty, 45 years of age, and Kelcey Lowry, 28 years of age, both of Topeka. They were transported to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections. Hardesty was jailed on requested charges of Possession of methamphetamine with the intent of distribution, Possession of drug paraphernalia with the intent of distribution and Aggravated endangering a childKelcey Lowry was booked on a requested charge of Aggravated endangering a child.

2 Kansas women jailed after drugs found near children

KANSAS CITY – A Merriam Village, Missouri, man pleaded guilty in federal court July 14 to sexually assaulting two young children to produce child pornography, and to receiving and distributing child pornography, after his wife pleaded guilty to the same charges last month, according to the United State's Attorney.

Mark John Millman, 37, a citizen of Great Britain and a legal alien resident, pleaded guilty before U.S. Chief Magistrate Judge David P. Rush to one count of the sexual exploitation of minors and one count of receiving and distributing child pornography.

Millman’s wife and co-defendant, Tara Sau Millman, 41, pleaded guilty to the same charges on June 30, 2021. Both Mark and Tara Millman have been in federal custody since their arrest and remain detained without bail.

The Millmans admitted that Mark used Tara’s iPhone to record video of her performing a sexual act on a 2-year-old child, identified in court documents as John Doe. Mark Millman admitted that he sexually assaulted a 4-year-old child victim, identified in court documents as Jane Doe, which was also recorded on video. Investigators found images and videos of child pornography on the Millmans’ iPhones, including files that depicted the Millmans sexually assaulting both child victims.

Mark and Tara Millman each admitted they used a social media application to share child pornography over the internet, and that they viewed child pornography together.

The investigation began when agents with Homeland Security Investigations in San Diego, California, began investigating users of a cloud storage platform (identified in court documents as “Cloud Platform A”). The cloud platform provides encrypted, cloud-based services that enable private, secure online storage, communication, and collaboration for business and individuals. During the investigation, the agents accessed a weblink to an encrypted chat room with approximately 145 registered users. Files containing child pornography were uploaded/posted by participants in the chat room. Many users were actively involved in the distribution of child pornography. The child pornography distributed within the chat included 129 video files, 324 image files, and 43 cloud-storage weblinks which contained files of child pornography.

Mark Millman’s email was identified among the registered users of the chat room, and a search warrant was executed at the Millmans’ residence in Taney County, Mo., on Jan. 28, 2021.

Under federal statutes, Mark and Tara Millman each are subject to a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in federal prison without parole, up to a sentence of 50 years in federal prison without parole. The maximum statutory sentence is prescribed by Congress and is provided here for informational purposes, as the sentencing of the defendants will be determined by the court based on the advisory sentencing guidelines and other statutory factors. Sentencing hearings will be scheduled upon the completion of presentence investigations by the United States Probation Office.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1614439967146.png" alt="Millman photo Greene Co." />
 <figcaption>Millman photo Greene Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY – A Merriam Village, Missouri, man pleaded guilty in federal court July 14 to sexually assaulting two young children to produce child pornography, and to receiving and distributing child pornography, after his wife pleaded guilty to the same charges last month, according to the United State's Attorney.Mark John Millman, 37, a citizen of Great Britain and a legal alien resident, pleaded guilty before U.S. Chief Magistrate Judge David P. Rush to one count of the sexual exploitation of minors and one count of receiving and distributing child pornography.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1614439948313.png" alt="Millman photo Greene Co." />
 <figcaption>Millman photo Greene Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Millman’s wife and co-defendant, Tara Sau Millman, 41, pleaded guilty to the same charges on June 30, 2021. Both Mark and Tara Millman have been in federal custody since their arrest and remain detained without bail.The Millmans admitted that Mark used Tara’s iPhone to record video of her performing a sexual act on a 2-year-old child, identified in court documents as John Doe. Mark Millman admitted that he sexually assaulted a 4-year-old child victim, identified in court documents as Jane Doe, which was also recorded on video. Investigators found images and videos of child pornography on the Millmans’ iPhones, including files that depicted the Millmans sexually assaulting both child victims.Mark and Tara Millman each admitted they used a social media application to share child pornography over the internet, and that they viewed child pornography together.The investigation began when agents with Homeland Security Investigations in San Diego, California, began investigating users of a cloud storage platform (identified in court documents as “Cloud Platform A”). The cloud platform provides encrypted, cloud-based services that enable private, secure online storage, communication, and collaboration for business and individuals. During the investigation, the agents accessed a weblink to an encrypted chat room with approximately 145 registered users. Files containing child pornography were uploaded/posted by participants in the chat room. Many users were actively involved in the distribution of child pornography. The child pornography distributed within the chat included 129 video files, 324 image files, and 43 cloud-storage weblinks which contained files of child pornography.Mark Millman’s email was identified among the registered users of the chat room, and a search warrant was executed at the Millmans’ residence in Taney County, Mo., on Jan. 28, 2021.Under federal statutes, Mark and Tara Millman each are subject to a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in federal prison without parole, up to a sentence of 50 years in federal prison without parole. The maximum statutory sentence is prescribed by Congress and is provided here for informational purposes, as the sentencing of the defendants will be determined by the court based on the advisory sentencing guidelines and other statutory factors. Sentencing hearings will be scheduled upon the completion of presentence investigations by the United States Probation Office.

Husband, wife admit sexually assaulting two young children 

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Authorities in south-central Kansas seized 89 marijuana plants and several bags of the drug during the recent search of a property northeast of El Dorado.

The Butler County Sheriff’s office said the 56 pounds of marijuana worth roughly $180,000 was seized during the search on Thursday as part of an investigation of a marijuana growing operation on the property.

No arrests were reported immediately after the search, but the sheriff’s office said charges are expected soon in the case.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626645087286.png" alt="Charges are expected soon in the case -Photo Butler County Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Charges are expected soon in the case -Photo Butler County Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Authorities in south-central Kansas seized 89 marijuana plants and several bags of the drug during the recent search of a property northeast of El Dorado.The Butler County Sheriff’s office said the 56 pounds of marijuana worth roughly $180,000 was seized during the search on Thursday as part of an investigation of a marijuana growing operation on the property.No arrests were reported immediately after the search, but the sheriff’s office said charges are expected soon in the case.

Kansas authorities find 56 pounds of marijuana in search

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Police in Kansas City, Kansas, say two men found near a crashed vehicle were homicide victims.

Police were called just before 5 a.m. Friday and found two men unconscious and not breathing near a vehicle that appeared to have crashed into a parked vehicle in an industrial area.

Officers determined that the men, described as Hispanic and in their 20s, had been shot. Their names have not been released. No arrests have been made.

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Police in Kansas City, Kansas, say two men found near a crashed vehicle were homicide victims.Police were called just before 5 a.m. Friday and found two men unconscious and not breathing near a vehicle that appeared to have crashed into a parked vehicle in an industrial area.Officers determined that the men, described as Hispanic and in their 20s, had been shot. Their names have not been released. No arrests have been made.

Police in Kansas investigate deaths of 2 men found in car

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating&nbsp; a second suspect in just over a week for allegedly using a GPS device to track a woman.

On July 13, the Wichita Police Department Domestic Intervention and Violence Reduction Team (DIVRT)  worked to track down a suspect identified as 27-year-old Kanneth Battle of Wichita who had been stalking a victim and placing GPS trackers on her vehicle, according to Officer Charley Davidson. 

On Monday, the DIVRT team served Battle with a Protection from Stalking order. Tuesday morning, he was seen on video placing a GPS tracker on a vehicle that the victim had access to.

The DIVRT team worked with patrol to recover the GPS devices and locate Battle.&nbsp; He was arrested and booked into the Sedgwick county Adult Detention Facility on requested charges of stalking, two counts of tampering with an automobile, violation of a protection order and criminal use of weapons.

On July 6, police arrested 57-year-old Ed Harrington of Wichita after&nbsp;a female victim reported that in May a suspect identified as Harrington – a person known to her –had placed a GPS tracking device on her vehicle, according to Wichita Police Officer Trevor Macy.

 She had taken it to a local automotive shop, where they were able to locate and remove it.

&nbsp;After interviews, Harrington was booked into the Sedgwick County Jail on requested charges of Stalking, Burglary to Auto, Theft, and Violation of a protection order.

&nbsp;If you or someone you know is involved in a domestic violence relationship, don't hesitate to reach out - police can connect you with resources to help.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626281066344.png" alt="Battle photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Battle photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating&nbsp; a second suspect in just over a week for allegedly using a GPS device to track a woman.On July 13, the Wichita Police Department Domestic Intervention and Violence Reduction Team (DIVRT) worked to track down a suspect identified as 27-year-old Kanneth Battle of Wichita who had been stalking a victim and placing GPS trackers on her vehicle, according to Officer Charley Davidson. On Monday, the DIVRT team served Battle with a Protection from Stalking order. Tuesday morning, he was seen on video placing a GPS tracker on a vehicle that the victim had access to.The DIVRT team worked with patrol to recover the GPS devices and locate Battle.&nbsp; He was arrested and booked into the Sedgwick county Adult Detention Facility on requested charges of stalking, two counts of tampering with an automobile, violation of a protection order and criminal use of weapons.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1625666476262.png" alt="Harrington photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Harrington photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>On July 6, police arrested 57-year-old Ed Harrington of Wichita after&nbsp;a female victim reported that in May a suspect identified as Harrington – a person known to her –had placed a GPS tracking device on her vehicle, according to Wichita Police Officer Trevor Macy. She had taken it to a local automotive shop, where they were able to locate and remove it.&nbsp;After interviews, Harrington was booked into the Sedgwick County Jail on requested charges of Stalking, Burglary to Auto, Theft, and Violation of a protection order.&nbsp;If you or someone you know is involved in a domestic violence relationship, don't hesitate to reach out - police can connect you with resources to help.

Another Kan. man  accused of using GPS device to track woman

SALINE COUNTY —Investigations by the I-135/I-70 Drug Task Force helped officers make several recent arrests, seize multiple drug-related items and cash.

Since February, the task force has been conducting drug distribution investigations of individuals in Salina, according to a media release.

During the course of the investigations, the Task Force identified three individuals who were conducting ongoing drug distribution from residences in Salina.

Through information uncovered during the investigations, the task force was able to secure search warrants for three locations in Salina.

On July 8, the task force served a search warrant at a residence in the 1100 block of N. Ninth Street in Salina and seized more than five ounces of cocaine, More than three grams of psilocybin mushroom, More than $21,000 in cash, A .45 caliber semi-automatic handgun and more than 20 grams of marijuana and THC gummies

According to information from the task force, arrests are pending in this investigation.

On Tuesday, the task force served a search warrant at 924 E. Kirwin Avenue and seized more than one pound of THC wax, more than $1,300 in cash, An AR-15 rifle, a 2005 BMW 325i and More than a pound of marijuana

Two people were arrested in connection to this search warrant, the task force noted.

Oscar Lopez-Garcia, 21, of Salina was arrested on requested charges that include Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, Felony possession of drug paraphernalia, Drug tax stamp violation, Possession of drug paraphernalia and Criminal possession of a firearm.

Antonio Lopez, 22, of Salina was arrested on requested charges that include Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, Felony possession of drug paraphernalia, Drug tax stamp violation, Possession of drug paraphernalia and Possession of drug proceeds.

On Thursday, the Salina Police Department served a search warrant at 627 Washington Street in Salina for the task force.&nbsp; and seized More than three grams of psilocybin mushrooms, More than $15,000 in cash, A Glock 9mm handgun with three magazines (two 33-round extended) and More than two pounds of marijuana

Zachary D. Swarts, 18, was arrested in connection to that search warrant on&nbsp; requested charges of Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, Felony possession of drug paraphernalia, Drug tax stamp violation, Possession of drug paraphernalia Possession of drug proceeds and Possession of marijuana.

SALINE COUNTY —Investigations by the I-135/I-70 Drug Task Force helped officers make several recent arrests, seize multiple drug-related items and cash.Since February, the task force has been conducting drug distribution investigations of individuals in Salina, according to a media release.During the course of the investigations, the Task Force identified three individuals who were conducting ongoing drug distribution from residences in Salina.Through information uncovered during the investigations, the task force was able to secure search warrants for three locations in Salina.On July 8, the task force served a search warrant at a residence in the 1100 block of N. Ninth Street in Salina and seized more than five ounces of cocaine, More than three grams of psilocybin mushroom, More than $21,000 in cash, A .45 caliber semi-automatic handgun and more than 20 grams of marijuana and THC gummies<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626458455519.png" alt="Items seized at the first house. Photos courtesy&nbsp;I-135/I-70 Drug Task Force" />
 <figcaption>Items seized at the first house. Photos courtesy&nbsp;I-135/I-70 Drug Task Force</figcaption>
 </figure>According to information from the task force, arrests are pending in this investigation.On Tuesday, the task force served a search warrant at 924 E. Kirwin Avenue and seized more than one pound of THC wax, more than $1,300 in cash, An AR-15 rifle, a 2005 BMW 325i and More than a pound of marijuana<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626458542721.png" alt="Items seized at the second house" />
 <figcaption>Items seized at the second house</figcaption>
 </figure>Two people were arrested in connection to this search warrant, the task force noted.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626269118486.jpeg" alt="Oscar Lopez-Garcia Photo Saline County" />
 <figcaption>Oscar Lopez-Garcia Photo Saline County</figcaption>
 </figure>Oscar Lopez-Garcia, 21, of Salina was arrested on requested charges that include Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, Felony possession of drug paraphernalia, Drug tax stamp violation, Possession of drug paraphernalia and Criminal possession of a firearm.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626269000252.jpeg" alt="Antonio Lopez photo Saline Co." />
 <figcaption>Antonio Lopez photo Saline Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Antonio Lopez, 22, of Salina was arrested on requested charges that include Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, Felony possession of drug paraphernalia, Drug tax stamp violation, Possession of drug paraphernalia and Possession of drug proceeds.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626458750073.png" alt="Items seized at third house. Photo Saline Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Items seized at third house. Photo Saline Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>On Thursday, the Salina Police Department served a search warrant at 627 Washington Street in Salina for the task force.&nbsp; and seized More than three grams of psilocybin mushrooms, More than $15,000 in cash, A Glock 9mm handgun with three magazines (two 33-round extended) and More than two pounds of marijuana<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626436843243.jpeg" alt="Zachary Swarts. Photos Saline County" />
 <figcaption>Zachary Swarts. Photos Saline County</figcaption>
 </figure>Zachary D. Swarts, 18, was arrested in connection to that search warrant on&nbsp; requested charges of Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, Felony possession of drug paraphernalia, Drug tax stamp violation, Possession of drug paraphernalia Possession of drug proceeds and Possession of marijuana.

Drug task force finds cash, guns and makes 3 arrests

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities&nbsp; investigating a burglary and have made an arrest.

Just after 9a.m. Thursday, deputies responded to an alarm at a business in the 5200 block of SE 29th Street, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.&nbsp; 

A deputy located an individual nearby that matched the description of the suspect. While deputies were making contact with the suspect later identified as&nbsp;Angelo D. Aldridge, 34, of Topeka &nbsp;he fled on foot. 

He was later located by on officer with Topeka Public Schools Police hiding in the backyard of a residence in the 3900 block of SE Skylark Court and placed him into custody.

Deputies booked Aldridge into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on a felony warrant out of Shawnee County as well as requested charges of burglary, theft, criminal trespass, interference with law enforcement and possession of drug paraphernalia.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626473486813.png" alt="Aldridge photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Aldridge photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities&nbsp; investigating a burglary and have made an arrest.Just after 9a.m. Thursday, deputies responded to an alarm at a business in the 5200 block of SE 29th Street, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.&nbsp; A deputy located an individual nearby that matched the description of the suspect. While deputies were making contact with the suspect later identified as&nbsp;Angelo D. Aldridge, 34, of Topeka &nbsp;he fled on foot. He was later located by on officer with Topeka Public Schools Police hiding in the backyard of a residence in the 3900 block of SE Skylark Court and placed him into custody.Deputies booked Aldridge into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on a felony warrant out of Shawnee County as well as requested charges of burglary, theft, criminal trespass, interference with law enforcement and possession of drug paraphernalia.