SEDGWICK COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating two Kansas teens in connection with a drive-by shooting.

Just before 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, police responded to a shooting call in the 1600 block of East Pawnee in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.

&nbsp;Officers located a black Ford Focus that crashed into a business.&nbsp; In addition to the 20-year-old female driver with minor injuries from the crash, they found&nbsp;a 17-year-old&nbsp; passenger who had been shot.&nbsp; She was taken to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.&nbsp;

The investigation revealed 19-year-old&nbsp;Shaniah  Brown was driving a white Dodge Avenger with 19-year-old Trelon Woods as a passenger.&nbsp; 

Brown and the 20-year-old driving the Ford saw each other in the area of Pawnee and Hillside.&nbsp; Brown and the 20-year-old are known to each other and have had ongoing disagreements.

A disturbance ensued between individuals in both vehicles, with objects being thrown at the vehicles.&nbsp; In the 1600 block of East Pawnee, Woods pulled out a handgun and fired multiple shots at the Ford striking the 17-year-old.

Officers located both Brown and Woods in the 6100 block of East Lincoln, and they were arrested without incident.

Both are being held on requested charges of aggravated battery and shooting into an occupied vehicle, according to Davidson.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621425855241.png" alt="Woods photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Woods photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating two Kansas teens in connection with a drive-by shooting.Just before 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, police responded to a shooting call in the 1600 block of East Pawnee in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621428993496.png" alt="The driver and passenger were injured -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>The driver and passenger were injured -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;Officers located a black Ford Focus that crashed into a business.&nbsp; In addition to the 20-year-old female driver with minor injuries from the crash, they found&nbsp;a 17-year-old&nbsp; passenger who had been shot.&nbsp; She was taken to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.&nbsp;The investigation revealed 19-year-old&nbsp;Shaniah Brown was driving a white Dodge Avenger with 19-year-old Trelon Woods as a passenger.&nbsp; Brown and the 20-year-old driving the Ford saw each other in the area of Pawnee and Hillside.&nbsp; Brown and the 20-year-old are known to each other and have had ongoing disagreements.A disturbance ensued between individuals in both vehicles, with objects being thrown at the vehicles.&nbsp; In the 1600 block of East Pawnee, Woods pulled out a handgun and fired multiple shots at the Ford striking the 17-year-old.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621425827502.png" alt="Brown photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Brown photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>Officers located both Brown and Woods in the 6100 block of East Lincoln, and they were arrested without incident. Both are being held on requested charges of aggravated battery and shooting into an occupied vehicle, according to Davidson.

Police: Shooting wounded Kan. girl before car crash

A Kansas House member who was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kansas-michael-brown-arrests-education-government-and-politics-93ca613c25939d062b7d4cc9f2114aaa">arrested&nbsp;</a>after videos began circulating online of him arguing with teenage students and pushing one of them while he was working as a substitute teacher entered a not guilty plea Wednesday to three counts of misdemeanor battery.

Republican state Rep. Mark Samsel, who is free on bond, also was given three weeks to undergo a mental health evaluation. The next hearing was set for July 12.

The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ks-state-wire-kansas-government-and-politics-4f7abc1a3efe44669614bc9c0361c748">charges&nbsp;</a>against Samsel arose from a student reporting an April 28 incident involving Samsel in what videos showed to be a noisy classroom in his hometown of Wellsville, a town of about 1,700 people roughly 55 miles southwest of Kansas City. The brief videos, provided by a parent who said they were shot by students, also showed Samsel talking about suicide, God and sex.

One video showed Samsel grabbing a boy, pushing him against a wall and telling him, “I could put the wrath of God on you right now,” before the boy breaks free and runs away, yelling.

A criminal complaint accuses Samsel of having made physical contact with two 15- or 16-year-old students “in a rude, insulting or angry manner.” The third charge alleges that Samsel caused “bodily harm” to one of the students.

Samsel was banned for a year from Wellsville public school property and events. But there’s no indication yet that he might face disciplinary action from the House, which can censure or expel members over their behavior.

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas House member was charged Monday with three counts of misdemeanor battery over his behavior toward students while working as a substitute teacher.

The charges against Republican state Rep. Mark Samsel, of Wellsville, arose from a student reporting an April 28 incident involving Samsel. He was arrested the next day and released on $1,000 bond. His first appearance in Franklin County District Court by video conference is scheduled for 8 a.m. Wednesday.

Franklin County Attorney Brandon Jones declined to comment after filing the charges. Samsel did not immediately return telephone and email messages seeking comment.

Kansas law says battery is either causing bodily harm to another person or physical contact with someone else “in a rude, insulting or angry manner,” and is punished by up to six months in jail.

One video provided by a parent of Wellsville students from that day, which the parent said was shot by students, showed grabbing a boy, pushing him against a wall and telling him, “I could put the wrath of God on you right now,” before the boy breaks free and runs away, yelling.

Other videos showed Samsel talking about suicide, sex, masturbation, God and the Bible.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/4/1619814603053.png" alt="Rep. Samsel's April booking photo from Franklin County" />
 <figcaption>Rep. Samsel's April booking photo from Franklin County</figcaption>
 </figure>By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTHA Kansas House member who was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kansas-michael-brown-arrests-education-government-and-politics-93ca613c25939d062b7d4cc9f2114aaa">arrested&nbsp;</a>after videos began circulating online of him arguing with teenage students and pushing one of them while he was working as a substitute teacher entered a not guilty plea Wednesday to three counts of misdemeanor battery.Republican state Rep. Mark Samsel, who is free on bond, also was given three weeks to undergo a mental health evaluation. The next hearing was set for July 12.The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ks-state-wire-kansas-government-and-politics-4f7abc1a3efe44669614bc9c0361c748">charges&nbsp;</a>against Samsel arose from a student reporting an April 28 incident involving Samsel in what videos showed to be a noisy classroom in his hometown of Wellsville, a town of about 1,700 people roughly 55 miles southwest of Kansas City. The brief videos, provided by a parent who said they were shot by students, also showed Samsel talking about suicide, God and sex.One video showed Samsel grabbing a boy, pushing him against a wall and telling him, “I could put the wrath of God on you right now,” before the boy breaks free and runs away, yelling.A criminal complaint accuses Samsel of having made physical contact with two 15- or 16-year-old students “in a rude, insulting or angry manner.” The third charge alleges that Samsel caused “bodily harm” to one of the students.Samsel was banned for a year from Wellsville public school property and events. But there’s no indication yet that he might face disciplinary action from the House, which can censure or expel members over their behavior.---------TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas House member was charged Monday with three counts of misdemeanor battery over his behavior toward students while working as a substitute teacher.The charges against Republican state Rep. Mark Samsel, of Wellsville, arose from a student reporting an April 28 incident involving Samsel. He was arrested the next day and released on $1,000 bond. His first appearance in Franklin County District Court by video conference is scheduled for 8 a.m. Wednesday.Franklin County Attorney Brandon Jones declined to comment after filing the charges. Samsel did not immediately return telephone and email messages seeking comment.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620329182480.png" alt="&nbsp;Rep. Samsel during a May 6, House debate on medical marijuana." />
 <figcaption>&nbsp;Rep. Samsel during a May 6, House debate on medical marijuana.</figcaption>
 </figure>Kansas law says battery is either causing bodily harm to another person or physical contact with someone else “in a rude, insulting or angry manner,” and is punished by up to six months in jail.One video provided by a parent of Wellsville students from that day, which the parent said was shot by students, showed grabbing a boy, pushing him against a wall and telling him, “I could put the wrath of God on you right now,” before the boy breaks free and runs away, yelling.Other videos showed Samsel talking about suicide, sex, masturbation, God and the Bible.___

Judge orders mental health evaluation for Kan. House member

SALINA—Law enforcement authorities investigating the murder of a woman in Salina continue their search for a suspect identified as as 35-year-old Nelson Gerrod Hull.

He is wanted for the February 23 shooting death of 36-year-old Courtney Ann Hoffman.&nbsp; The Saline County District Court issued an arrest warrant for Hull for murder in the first degree.

Hull is described as a black male, 6-foot-3, 200 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. A tattoo on the right side of his neck is "Mi Familia."

On Monday, police reported the arrest of Clarence Darnyl Brown, 34, of Salina, in connection with the case.&nbsp;Brown is being held on requested charges of Aiding and abetting first degree murder, Criminal solicitation and Interference with law enforcement.

Just after 11:30a.m. on February 23, police responded to the 700 block of North Fourth Street in Salina for a report of the sound of gunfire and someone screaming, according to a media release.

Upon arrival, Salina Police Officers located a woman identified as Hoffman inside a vehicle at 731 N. 4th Street. She had a gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased by Salina Fire Department EMS personnel.

Police say Hull should be considered armed and dangerous. They encourage anyone with information on Hull's current location to contact 911 immediately.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1576681996331.jpeg" alt="Hull photo Saline Co." />
 <figcaption>Hull photo Saline Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SALINA—Law enforcement authorities investigating the murder of a woman in Salina continue their search for a suspect identified as as 35-year-old Nelson Gerrod Hull.He is wanted for the February 23 shooting death of 36-year-old Courtney Ann Hoffman.&nbsp; The Saline County District Court issued an arrest warrant for Hull for murder in the first degree.Hull is described as a black male, 6-foot-3, 200 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. A tattoo on the right side of his neck is "Mi Familia."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1614348886825.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation Tuesday in Salina. photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation Tuesday in Salina. photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>On Monday, police reported the arrest of Clarence Darnyl Brown, 34, of Salina, in connection with the case.&nbsp;Brown is being held on requested charges of Aiding and abetting first degree murder, Criminal solicitation and Interference with law enforcement.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1614629894498.png" alt="Clarence Brown -photo Saline County" />
 <figcaption>Clarence Brown -photo Saline County</figcaption>
 </figure>Just after 11:30a.m. on February 23, police responded to the 700 block of North Fourth Street in Salina for a report of the sound of gunfire and someone screaming, according to a media release.Upon arrival, Salina Police Officers located a woman identified as Hoffman inside a vehicle at 731 N. 4th Street. She had a gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased by Salina Fire Department EMS personnel.Police say Hull should be considered armed and dangerous. They encourage anyone with information on Hull's current location to contact 911 immediately.

After 12 weeks, search continues for suspect in murder of Kan. woman

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Police in Kansas City, Kansas, have identified a man killed last week in a wooded residential area on the northwestern edge of the city.

Officers were called to the area the afternoon of May 11 and found Francisco Herrera-Flores, 38, of Kansas City, Kansas, police said in a news release Monday. Herrera-Flores had been shot, investigators said.

Guadalupe Benitez-Pizarro, 36, of Sante Fe, New Mexico, has been arrested and charged with second-degree felony murder in Herrera-Flores’ death, police said in the release. Benitez-Pizarro is being held in the Wyandotte County Jail on a $250,000 bond.

Herrera-Flores’ death marked the 10th homicide for Kansas City, Kansas, this year.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621357137577.png" alt="Benitez-Pizarro-photo Wyandotte County" />
 <figcaption>Benitez-Pizarro-photo Wyandotte County</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Police in Kansas City, Kansas, have identified a man killed last week in a wooded residential area on the northwestern edge of the city.Officers were called to the area the afternoon of May 11 and found Francisco Herrera-Flores, 38, of Kansas City, Kansas, police said in a news release Monday. Herrera-Flores had been shot, investigators said.Guadalupe Benitez-Pizarro, 36, of Sante Fe, New Mexico, has been arrested and charged with second-degree felony murder in Herrera-Flores’ death, police said in the release. Benitez-Pizarro is being held in the Wyandotte County Jail on a $250,000 bond.Herrera-Flores’ death marked the 10th homicide for Kansas City, Kansas, this year.

Suspect from New Mexico jailed for Kan. man's murder

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

SALINE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon in connection to theft and trespassing incidents.

Just after 4:30 p.m. Monday, police were sent to Walmart, 2900 S. Ninth Street, for the report of a person who allegedly rode a green and black bicycle out of the store without paying for it, according to Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester. The bike was valued at $580.

The person was described as a white male wearing a brown shirt, blue jeans, and a camouflage jacket.

Shortly before 5:30 p.m., officers were sent to Wildcat Circle for the report of a burglary in progress. The reporting party and his family were inside the residence when they saw a white male wearing blue jeans and a tan shirt walking into their garage. The resident walked out through the garage and saw the man, who then left the garage and ran from the property carrying a green and black bicycle, Forrester reported. 

The man, who a witness identified as Joshua Swisher, 38, of Salina, ran onto the nearby flood dike and continued northbound.

A short time later, an off-duty officer saw a person matching Swisher's description riding a bike in the 100 block of S. Kansas Ave. Officers located Swisher in the backyard of a residence in the 100 block of S. Kansas Avenue, Forrester noted.

Swisher was arrested on requested charges of Theft, Three counts of trespassing and Interference with law enforcement.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621344859760.jpeg" alt="Swisher has previous convictions for burglary, theft, giving worthless checks, obstruction and for drugs, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections- photo Saline County" />
 <figcaption>Swisher has previous convictions for burglary, theft, giving worthless checks, obstruction and for drugs, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections- photo Saline County</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostSALINE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon in connection to theft and trespassing incidents.Just after 4:30 p.m. Monday, police were sent to Walmart, 2900 S. Ninth Street, for the report of a person who allegedly rode a green and black bicycle out of the store without paying for it, according to Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester. The bike was valued at $580.The person was described as a white male wearing a brown shirt, blue jeans, and a camouflage jacket.Shortly before 5:30 p.m., officers were sent to Wildcat Circle for the report of a burglary in progress. The reporting party and his family were inside the residence when they saw a white male wearing blue jeans and a tan shirt walking into their garage. The resident walked out through the garage and saw the man, who then left the garage and ran from the property carrying a green and black bicycle, Forrester reported. The man, who a witness identified as Joshua Swisher, 38, of Salina, ran onto the nearby flood dike and continued northbound.A short time later, an off-duty officer saw a person matching Swisher's description riding a bike in the 100 block of S. Kansas Ave. Officers located Swisher in the backyard of a residence in the 100 block of S. Kansas Avenue, Forrester noted.Swisher was arrested on requested charges of Theft, Three counts of trespassing and Interference with law enforcement.

Police: Kan. felon rode bike out of store without paying

WASHINGTON (AP) — Colorado Rep. Jason Crow, a former Army Ranger who served three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, says it took time for him to stop constantly scanning his environment for threats when he returned from war 15 years ago. But after&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/us-capitol-lockdown-2f56a611445df15fb9640893bb9f7a93">the violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol</a>&nbsp;on Jan. 6, he says he’s picked the habit up again.

Crow was trapped with several other members of Congress in the upper gallery of the U.S. House that day while&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/election-2020-joe-biden-donald-trump-media-elections-73dacf9bc0d906f4efe358279520eeac">a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters</a>&nbsp;tried to beat down the doors to the chamber and stop the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory.

Crow says he never would have thought “in a million years” he’d be in that situation in the Capitol, but some of his old training has since kicked in, like looking in his rear-view mirror and assessing if people around him might be carrying a gun. Like almost every other member of Congress, his office has received threats against his life.

“There’s no doubt that members are on edge right now,” Crow says, and the threats from outside “are unfortunately the reality of congressional life.”

Those threats have more than doubled this year, according to the U.S. Capitol Police, and many members of Congress say they fear for their personal safety more than they did before the siege. Several say they have boosted security measures to protect themselves and their families, money for which will be part of a broad $1.9 billion spending bill that the House will vote on this week, along with a separate measure that would create a bipartisan commission to investigate the Jan. 6 attack. Democrats, in particular, say both bills are crucial to try to reconcile the trauma that many still feel.

“This was an armed assault on our democracy, and I’m a witness — I’m a victim and a witness to it,” says New Hampshire Rep. Annie Kuster. She received treatment for post-traumatic stress after she was also trapped in the House gallery that day and heard rioters trying to break through the doors close to where she was hiding.

Kuster says she thought she was going to die before officers cleared the hallways and hustled her and others out. “I think we need a full investigation with a Jan. 6th commission, and I believe that the Capitol Police who saved our lives that day deserve more support,” she says.

Democrats say a bipartisan commission investigating the attack, including what led to it, is more important than ever after some Republicans have recently started to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-michael-pence-donald-trump-election-2020-capitol-siege-549829098c84b9b8de3012673a104a4c">downplay the severity of the insurrection</a>, portraying the rioters who brutally beat officers with flagpoles and other weapons and broke into the Capitol through windows and doors as peaceful patriots.

Many Republicans who initially condemned Trump for telling his supporters to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/fact-check-trump-us-capitol-remarks-221518bc174f9bc3dd6e108e653ed08d">“fight like hell”</a>&nbsp;that day have increasingly stayed quiet on his repeated false claims that the election was stolen, even though that was rebuked by numerous courts, bipartisan election officials across the country and Trump’s own attorney general. It’s unclear how many in the GOP will vote for either bill.

Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Ga., said at a hearing last week that a video feed of the rioters looked like they were on a “normal tourist visit.” Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., said a woman who was shot and killed by police as she tried to break through a window adjacent to the House chamber was “executed,” and he argued that the Justice Department is harassing those who have been arrested.

Michigan Rep. Dan Kildee, a Democrat who also says he suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder after the attack, said those comments were “really hard to take” after witnessing the insurrection. He says he’s received an increased number of threats since January, especially when he has spoken on TV about treatment he received in the aftermath. Some of the calls and messages are specific and credible threats, he says, while many others are “abusive, threatening type language.”

The security spending bill would provide congressional offices with more money to combat those threats, including enhanced travel security, upgrades to home-district offices and better intelligence to track people down. The bill would also “harden” the complex by reinforcing doors and windows, adding security vestibules and cameras and providing dollars for removable fencing that could quickly be erected during a threatening situation while leaving the Capitol open to visitors.

Like many members, Republican Rep. Rodney Davis of Illinois says he feels as if the threats are more acute in his home district, where there is less security. On Capitol Hill, lawmakers are currently protected by a tall fence and National Guard troops who have been there since Jan. 6. Members are “as safe as ever” there, he says, but “it’s those times when you’re not in the Capitol, I think that’s where the threats seem to emanate from the most.”

Davis knows that well, as one of several Republican members who was at a baseball practice four years ago in Alexandria, Virginia, when a gunman wounded Rep. Steve Scalise, R-La., and four other people. And in 2019, an Illinois man was arrested for “threatening to blow my head off,” as Davis puts it. Randall Tarr pleaded guilty to federal charges and was sentenced to probation.

As the top Republican on the House Administration Committee, which oversees the Capitol Police, Davis has pushed for the force to be more aggressive in arresting those who threaten members and to reform the arcane command structure in Congress that forces the chief to ask for permission before making major decisions. The security spending bill would not do that, but it would boost Capitol Police training and pay for new equipment after the force was badly overrun on Jan. 6.

In the meantime, members are upgrading their personal security. Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., says he’s started using his house alarm more often and has been more cautious in recent months. “I’ve definitely felt less secure since Jan. 6 than I did before,” says Himes, who sits on the House intelligence committee.

Some say it’s easier not to know what’s going on. Illinois Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Democrat, said he’s generally adopted a “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy with his staff on security matters since the insurrection, and he doesn’t ask why when a police car sometimes shows up in front of his house to guard it.

“I don’t necessarily want to know the full story,” says Krishnamoorthi, who has young children. “I just trust that law enforcement is doing their job.”

Kuster says she is feeling better these days after taking advantage of employee assistance resources in the Capitol. Still, she says her experience was “really, really difficult,” especially because she received a death threat as soon as she arrived home to New Hampshire after the insurrection. Home was the one place “I can usually feel safe,” she says.

She said she regularly talks to and texts with her colleagues who have also had post-traumatic stress, and she says some of them are still hurting.

“We need a security plan so that everyone can feel safe here,” Kuster says. “I want the ‘people’s house’ to be able to reopen.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1615213886851.png" alt="Fence around&nbsp; portion of the U.S. Capitol image courtesy CSPAN" />
 <figcaption>Fence around&nbsp; portion of the U.S. Capitol image courtesy CSPAN</figcaption>
 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) — Colorado Rep. Jason Crow, a former Army Ranger who served three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, says it took time for him to stop constantly scanning his environment for threats when he returned from war 15 years ago. But after&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/us-capitol-lockdown-2f56a611445df15fb9640893bb9f7a93">the violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol</a>&nbsp;on Jan. 6, he says he’s picked the habit up again.Crow was trapped with several other members of Congress in the upper gallery of the U.S. House that day while&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/election-2020-joe-biden-donald-trump-media-elections-73dacf9bc0d906f4efe358279520eeac">a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters</a>&nbsp;tried to beat down the doors to the chamber and stop the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory.Crow says he never would have thought “in a million years” he’d be in that situation in the Capitol, but some of his old training has since kicked in, like looking in his rear-view mirror and assessing if people around him might be carrying a gun. Like almost every other member of Congress, his office has received threats against his life.“There’s no doubt that members are on edge right now,” Crow says, and the threats from outside “are unfortunately the reality of congressional life.”Those threats have more than doubled this year, according to the U.S. Capitol Police, and many members of Congress say they fear for their personal safety more than they did before the siege. Several say they have boosted security measures to protect themselves and their families, money for which will be part of a broad $1.9 billion spending bill that the House will vote on this week, along with a separate measure that would create a bipartisan commission to investigate the Jan. 6 attack. Democrats, in particular, say both bills are crucial to try to reconcile the trauma that many still feel.“This was an armed assault on our democracy, and I’m a witness — I’m a victim and a witness to it,” says New Hampshire Rep. Annie Kuster. She received treatment for post-traumatic stress after she was also trapped in the House gallery that day and heard rioters trying to break through the doors close to where she was hiding.Kuster says she thought she was going to die before officers cleared the hallways and hustled her and others out. “I think we need a full investigation with a Jan. 6th commission, and I believe that the Capitol Police who saved our lives that day deserve more support,” she says.Democrats say a bipartisan commission investigating the attack, including what led to it, is more important than ever after some Republicans have recently started to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-michael-pence-donald-trump-election-2020-capitol-siege-549829098c84b9b8de3012673a104a4c">downplay the severity of the insurrection</a>, portraying the rioters who brutally beat officers with flagpoles and other weapons and broke into the Capitol through windows and doors as peaceful patriots.Many Republicans who initially condemned Trump for telling his supporters to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/fact-check-trump-us-capitol-remarks-221518bc174f9bc3dd6e108e653ed08d">“fight like hell”</a>&nbsp;that day have increasingly stayed quiet on his repeated false claims that the election was stolen, even though that was rebuked by numerous courts, bipartisan election officials across the country and Trump’s own attorney general. It’s unclear how many in the GOP will vote for either bill.Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Ga., said at a hearing last week that a video feed of the rioters looked like they were on a “normal tourist visit.” Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., said a woman who was shot and killed by police as she tried to break through a window adjacent to the House chamber was “executed,” and he argued that the Justice Department is harassing those who have been arrested.Michigan Rep. Dan Kildee, a Democrat who also says he suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder after the attack, said those comments were “really hard to take” after witnessing the insurrection. He says he’s received an increased number of threats since January, especially when he has spoken on TV about treatment he received in the aftermath. Some of the calls and messages are specific and credible threats, he says, while many others are “abusive, threatening type language.”The security spending bill would provide congressional offices with more money to combat those threats, including enhanced travel security, upgrades to home-district offices and better intelligence to track people down. The bill would also “harden” the complex by reinforcing doors and windows, adding security vestibules and cameras and providing dollars for removable fencing that could quickly be erected during a threatening situation while leaving the Capitol open to visitors.Like many members, Republican Rep. Rodney Davis of Illinois says he feels as if the threats are more acute in his home district, where there is less security. On Capitol Hill, lawmakers are currently protected by a tall fence and National Guard troops who have been there since Jan. 6. Members are “as safe as ever” there, he says, but “it’s those times when you’re not in the Capitol, I think that’s where the threats seem to emanate from the most.”Davis knows that well, as one of several Republican members who was at a baseball practice four years ago in Alexandria, Virginia, when a gunman wounded Rep. Steve Scalise, R-La., and four other people. And in 2019, an Illinois man was arrested for “threatening to blow my head off,” as Davis puts it. Randall Tarr pleaded guilty to federal charges and was sentenced to probation.As the top Republican on the House Administration Committee, which oversees the Capitol Police, Davis has pushed for the force to be more aggressive in arresting those who threaten members and to reform the arcane command structure in Congress that forces the chief to ask for permission before making major decisions. The security spending bill would not do that, but it would boost Capitol Police training and pay for new equipment after the force was badly overrun on Jan. 6.In the meantime, members are upgrading their personal security. Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., says he’s started using his house alarm more often and has been more cautious in recent months. “I’ve definitely felt less secure since Jan. 6 than I did before,” says Himes, who sits on the House intelligence committee.Some say it’s easier not to know what’s going on. Illinois Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Democrat, said he’s generally adopted a “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy with his staff on security matters since the insurrection, and he doesn’t ask why when a police car sometimes shows up in front of his house to guard it.“I don’t necessarily want to know the full story,” says Krishnamoorthi, who has young children. “I just trust that law enforcement is doing their job.”Kuster says she is feeling better these days after taking advantage of employee assistance resources in the Capitol. Still, she says her experience was “really, really difficult,” especially because she received a death threat as soon as she arrived home to New Hampshire after the insurrection. Home was the one place “I can usually feel safe,” she says.She said she regularly talks to and texts with her colleagues who have also had post-traumatic stress, and she says some of them are still hurting.“We need a security plan so that everyone can feel safe here,” Kuster says. “I want the ‘people’s house’ to be able to reopen.”

Amid threats to members, House of Representatives to vote on new security

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities&nbsp; investigating a fatal accident have made an arrest and&nbsp; identified the victim as 24-year-old Fernando Arambula of Wichita.

Just after 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, officers responded to an injury accident at Kellogg and Eisenhower Parkway in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.

Investigators learned a 2006 Honda CRX driven by Arambula was eastbound on Kellogg and clipped the rear-end of a 2002 Acura RSX driven by Abel Olivarez, 24, of Wichita.

Arambula lost control of the Honda and the vehicle struck the base of the Eisenhower bridge crossing Kellogg.&nbsp;

Upon arrival, officers located Arambula, who had been ejected from his vehicle in critical condition.&nbsp; EMS transported him to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Police&nbsp; contacted Olivarez at the the scene and later booked him into jail on a requested charge of driving under the influence, according to Davidson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621265542071.png" alt="First responders at the scene of the fatal crash investigation photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>First responders at the scene of the fatal crash investigation photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities&nbsp; investigating a fatal accident have made an arrest and&nbsp; identified the victim as 24-year-old Fernando Arambula of Wichita.Just after 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, officers responded to an injury accident at Kellogg and Eisenhower Parkway in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.Investigators learned a 2006 Honda CRX driven by Arambula was eastbound on Kellogg and clipped the rear-end of a 2002 Acura RSX driven by Abel Olivarez, 24, of Wichita.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621265158243.png" alt="Olivarez is no longer in custody, according to Sedgwick Co. online booking records" />
 <figcaption>Olivarez is no longer in custody, according to Sedgwick Co. online booking records</figcaption>
 </figure>Arambula lost control of the Honda and the vehicle struck the base of the Eisenhower bridge crossing Kellogg.&nbsp;Upon arrival, officers located Arambula, who had been ejected from his vehicle in critical condition.&nbsp; EMS transported him to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead.Police&nbsp; contacted Olivarez at the the scene and later booked him into jail on a requested charge of driving under the influence, according to Davidson.

Police: Kansas man accused of DUI in fatal crash

HUTCHINSON— Formal Charges have been filed against a Hutchinson man who was arrested after an altercation with a woman May 9.

Charges against 56-year-old Thomas Lee Boyd include one count of kidnapping and one count of stalking. Depending on his past criminal history, he could be facing as many as 20 years in prison if he is tried and convicted of the kidnapping charge.

Boyd allegedly got into a confrontation with the woman after following her in a vehicle May 9.

Boyd is still being held in the Reno County Correctional Facility on a bond of $125,000.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621278723823.jpeg" alt="Boyd has previous convictions for indent liberties with a child, battery, aggravated battery, violation of a protection order of abuse, obstruction and drugs, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Boyd has previous convictions for indent liberties with a child, battery, aggravated battery, violation of a protection order of abuse, obstruction and drugs, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>HUTCHINSON— Formal Charges have been filed against a Hutchinson man who was arrested after an altercation with a woman May 9.Charges against 56-year-old Thomas Lee Boyd include one count of kidnapping and one count of stalking. Depending on his past criminal history, he could be facing as many as 20 years in prison if he is tried and convicted of the kidnapping charge.Boyd allegedly got into a confrontation with the woman after following her in a vehicle May 9.Boyd is still being held in the Reno County Correctional Facility on a bond of $125,000.

Kan. man with a history of violent crime accused of stalking woman

CAMDENTON, Mo. (AP) — A Louisiana man has been charged with second-degree murder in the 1984 killing of a woman in Missouri,

Larry G. Hicks, 78, of Franklin, Louisiana, was charged on Friday in the Dec. 15, 1984, beating death of Diana Lukosius, of Camdenton. Prosecutors said Lukosius was driving home from a party when her car was forced off a road. She was found near her vehicle and died two days later from her injuries.

Hicks, who lived near Lukosius, was named a person of interest in the case in 1989 and was interviewed in Louisiana in 1990, according to a probable cause statement, which does not mention any other contacts with him until last week.

Investigators from Camden County drove to Hicks' home in Louisiana last week. Sheriff's deputies from Louisiana searched his home and had a search warrant for Hicks' DNA, the statement said.

Camden County Prosecutor Caleb Cunningham said in a news conference late Friday that Hicks made admissions that implicate him in the killing, which he called “the most infamous” crime in the county.

Detectives said when they interviewed him, Hicks said he “couldn't say I didn't do it,” according to court documents.

Camden County is working with Louisiana authorities to extradite Hicks to Missouri.&nbsp; Camdenton is located approximately 150 miles southeast of Kansas City.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621299927963.png" alt="Hicks -photo St. Mary, Louisiana Parish Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Hicks -photo St. Mary, Louisiana Parish Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>CAMDENTON, Mo. (AP) — A Louisiana man has been charged with second-degree murder in the 1984 killing of a woman in Missouri,Larry G. Hicks, 78, of Franklin, Louisiana, was charged on Friday in the Dec. 15, 1984, beating death of Diana Lukosius, of Camdenton. Prosecutors said Lukosius was driving home from a party when her car was forced off a road. She was found near her vehicle and died two days later from her injuries.Hicks, who lived near Lukosius, was named a person of interest in the case in 1989 and was interviewed in Louisiana in 1990, according to a probable cause statement, which does not mention any other contacts with him until last week.Investigators from Camden County drove to Hicks' home in Louisiana last week. Sheriff's deputies from Louisiana searched his home and had a search warrant for Hicks' DNA, the statement said.Camden County Prosecutor Caleb Cunningham said in a news conference late Friday that Hicks made admissions that implicate him in the killing, which he called “the most infamous” crime in the county.Detectives said when they interviewed him, Hicks said he “couldn't say I didn't do it,” according to court documents.Camden County is working with Louisiana authorities to extradite Hicks to Missouri.&nbsp; Camdenton is located approximately 150 miles southeast of Kansas City.

78-year-old arrested for 36-year-old cold case murder 

KANSAS CITY (AP) — A Kansas City-area man was charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of his girlfriend in December.

Brandon McDaniel, 26, Independence, was also charged with armed criminal action in the death of Oriana Starr, the Jackson County Prosecutor's office said Friday.

Prosecutors said McDaniel's mother notified police that her son said he shot and killed his girlfriend on Dec. 16. He claimed the shooting was in self-defense after Starr wrapped a cord around his neck during a fight, prosecutors said.

McDaniel was arrested in Arkansas in January on a parole violation warrant.

Prosecutors asked for $250,000 bond. Online court records do not name an attorney for McDaniel.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621107553580.png" alt="Police arrested McDaniel in Arkansas in January-photo Independence Police" />
 <figcaption>Police arrested McDaniel in Arkansas in January-photo Independence Police</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — A Kansas City-area man was charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of his girlfriend in December.Brandon McDaniel, 26, Independence, was also charged with armed criminal action in the death of Oriana Starr, the Jackson County Prosecutor's office said Friday.Prosecutors said McDaniel's mother notified police that her son said he shot and killed his girlfriend on Dec. 16. He claimed the shooting was in self-defense after Starr wrapped a cord around his neck during a fight, prosecutors said.McDaniel was arrested in Arkansas in January on a parole violation warrant.Prosecutors asked for $250,000 bond. Online court records do not name an attorney for McDaniel.

KC-area man charged with murder of his girlfriend

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/4/1619814603053.png" alt="Rep. Samsel's April booking photo from Franklin County" />
 <figcaption>Rep. Samsel's April booking photo from Franklin County</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas House member was charged Monday with three counts of misdemeanor battery over his behavior toward students while working as a substitute teacher.The charges against Republican state Rep. Mark Samsel, of Wellsville, arose from a student reporting an April 28 incident involving Samsel. He was arrested the next day and released on $1,000 bond. His first appearance in Franklin County District Court by video conference is scheduled for 8 a.m. Wednesday.Franklin County Attorney Brandon Jones declined to comment after filing the charges. Samsel did not immediately return telephone and email messages seeking comment.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620329182480.png" alt="&nbsp;Rep. Samsel during a May 6, House debate on medical marijuana." />
 <figcaption>&nbsp;Rep. Samsel during a May 6, House debate on medical marijuana.</figcaption>
 </figure>Kansas law says battery is either causing bodily harm to another person or physical contact with someone else “in a rude, insulting or angry manner,” and is punished by up to six months in jail.One video provided by a parent of Wellsville students from that day, which the parent said was shot by students, showed grabbing a boy, pushing him against a wall and telling him, “I could put the wrath of God on you right now,” before the boy breaks free and runs away, yelling.Other videos showed Samsel talking about suicide, sex, masturbation, God and the Bible.___

Kan. lawmaker charged over incident while working at school 

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

Just before 5:30 a.m. Saturday, police responded to an assist call at St. Joseph Hospital, 3600 E. Harry in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers contacted 34-year-old Joy Wilson and received information that her 40-year-old sister Shawna Webb was shot and needed help.&nbsp; Officers also saw a handgun inside Wilson’s vehicle.

Officers located a crime scene at a home in the 2400 block of Green in Wichita and found Webb inside, shot, and unresponsive.&nbsp; She was pronounced deceased on the scene, according to Davidson.

Police <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20070799">arrested Joy Wilson of Wichita </a>on requested charges of first-degree murder.

Detectives are still working to learn the circumstances of what occurred.&nbsp; &nbsp;The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621132793202.png" alt="Wilson photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Wilson photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting and have made an arrest.Just before 5:30 a.m. Saturday, police responded to an assist call at St. Joseph Hospital, 3600 E. Harry in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers contacted 34-year-old Joy Wilson and received information that her 40-year-old sister Shawna Webb was shot and needed help.&nbsp; Officers also saw a handgun inside Wilson’s vehicle.Officers located a crime scene at a home in the 2400 block of Green in Wichita and found Webb inside, shot, and unresponsive.&nbsp; She was pronounced deceased on the scene, according to Davidson.Police <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20070799">arrested Joy Wilson of Wichita </a>on requested charges of first-degree murder.Detectives are still working to learn the circumstances of what occurred.&nbsp; &nbsp;The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

Police: Kan. woman accused  in murder of her sister

KANSAS CITY&nbsp; (AP) — Two Kansas City officers were injured when an impaired driver tried to flee police Saturday.

The incident happened shortly before 5 p.m. Saturday when officers were trying to arrest the driver of a Cadillac CT5 near Flora Avenue and East 44th Street. Kansas City Police Department spokeswoman Donna Drake said the driver refused to exit his vehicle.

Two officers were trying to get the driver out of the Cadillac when the man started driving and drug the officers along with the vehicle. Drake said the Cadillac sideswiped a parked Nissan Sentra before colliding with a Ford Escape.

One officer fell to the ground before the Cadillac hit the Nissan. He had minor injuries. The second officer was hanging on to the passenger side of the Cadillac when it hit the Ford. Drake said that officer was hospitalized with injuries that aren't life threatening.

The driver of the Cadillac was also hospitalized with injuries that aren't considered life threatening.

The driver of the Ford Escape fled the scene. Drake said investigators determined that the Ford had been reported stolen before the crash.

KANSAS CITY&nbsp; (AP) — Two Kansas City officers were injured when an impaired driver tried to flee police Saturday.The incident happened shortly before 5 p.m. Saturday when officers were trying to arrest the driver of a Cadillac CT5 near Flora Avenue and East 44th Street. Kansas City Police Department spokeswoman Donna Drake said the driver refused to exit his vehicle.Two officers were trying to get the driver out of the Cadillac when the man started driving and drug the officers along with the vehicle. Drake said the Cadillac sideswiped a parked Nissan Sentra before colliding with a Ford Escape.One officer fell to the ground before the Cadillac hit the Nissan. He had minor injuries. The second officer was hanging on to the passenger side of the Cadillac when it hit the Ford. Drake said that officer was hospitalized with injuries that aren't life threatening.The driver of the Cadillac was also hospitalized with injuries that aren't considered life threatening.The driver of the Ford Escape fled the scene. Drake said investigators determined that the Ford had been reported stolen before the crash.

2 Kansas City officers hurt when driver tries to flee arrest

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

On May 12,&nbsp;members of the Topeka Police Department Narcotics Unit served a search warrant in the 2600 Block of SE Maryland Avenue in Topeka, related to an ongoing investigation.

While conducting the search warrant, the officers located marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and a stolen firearm.

As a result, officers arrested Manuel Mesa, 27, of Topeka, transported him to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges that include Possession of marijuana with the intent of distribution within 1000 feet of a school, Possession of drug paraphernalia with the intent of distribution within 1000 feet of a school, Criminal possession of a firearm by a felon, Criminal use of weapons; possess firearm by a person with a restraining order, Identity theft, Forgery, Use communication facility in the commission felony drug violation, Possession of stolen property; Firearm. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620989036663.png" alt="Mesa photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Mesa photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple charges after an arrest.On May 12,&nbsp;members of the Topeka Police Department Narcotics Unit served a search warrant in the 2600 Block of SE Maryland Avenue in Topeka, related to an ongoing investigation.While conducting the search warrant, the officers located marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and a stolen firearm.As a result, officers arrested Manuel Mesa, 27, of Topeka, transported him to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges that include Possession of marijuana with the intent of distribution within 1000 feet of a school, Possession of drug paraphernalia with the intent of distribution within 1000 feet of a school, Criminal possession of a firearm by a felon, Criminal use of weapons; possess firearm by a person with a restraining order, Identity theft, Forgery, Use communication facility in the commission felony drug violation, Possession of stolen property; Firearm.

Kansas man accused of identity theft, forgery

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

Just before 1 p.m. Friday, police responded to a shooting call at an apartment complex in the 800 block of South Hydraulic in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.

Upon arrival, officers located a 17-year-old boy who had been shot. EMS transported him to area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation revealed a disturbance ensued in the parking lot of the apartments between 45-year-old Fred Rogers and the victim, who know each other.&nbsp; 

During the disturbance, Rogers pulled out a handgun and fired multiple shots, striking the victim and then fled on foot.&nbsp; Officers arriving in the area located Rogers with the help of&nbsp; citizens who provided information to help them identify him, according to Davidson.

&nbsp;Police arrested him without further incident. He is being held on a requested charge of aggravated battery The investigation is ongoing, and the case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.&nbsp; Rogers has previously been arrested and convicted of felony crimes, according to Davidson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621079307688.png" alt="Rogers photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Rogers photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting and have made an arrest.Just before 1 p.m. Friday, police responded to a shooting call at an apartment complex in the 800 block of South Hydraulic in Wichita, according to Officer Charley Davidson.Upon arrival, officers located a 17-year-old boy who had been shot. EMS transported him to area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.The investigation revealed a disturbance ensued in the parking lot of the apartments between 45-year-old Fred Rogers and the victim, who know each other.&nbsp; During the disturbance, Rogers pulled out a handgun and fired multiple shots, striking the victim and then fled on foot.&nbsp; Officers arriving in the area located Rogers with the help of&nbsp; citizens who provided information to help them identify him, according to Davidson.&nbsp;Police arrested him without further incident. He is being held on a requested charge of aggravated battery The investigation is ongoing, and the case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.&nbsp; Rogers has previously been arrested and convicted of felony crimes, according to Davidson.

Citizens help police ID, arrest Kansas shooting suspect

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects following a joint investigation in northeast Kansas.

Just after 10:30a.m. May 11, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a burglary and theft from a residence located at 110 W. 1st Street in the City of Hoyt. 

Deputies found a window broken in the residence and it was reported that a 65 inch flat screen T.V., a Play Station 4 and an electric sander were taken from the home.

 Deputies and detectives along with the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and Kansas Highway Patrol located the suspect identified as 29-year-old Cory Jonathon Pruyser of Topeka and missing items in Topeka where he was arrested near 8th and Fairlawn, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

During the investigation, Alexis N. Smith, 22, of Topeka, was arrested for multiple outstanding warrants through the City of Topeka and found in the possession of cocaine and brass knuckles.

Pruyser is jailed in Jackson County on requested charges of&nbsp;&nbsp;burglary, theft and criminal damage to property. 

Smith is being held in the Shawnee County Department of Corrections for the warrants and on requested charges of possession of cocaine and criminal use of weapons.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620869417969.png" alt="Pruyser photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Pruyser photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects following a joint investigation in northeast Kansas.Just after 10:30a.m. May 11, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a burglary and theft from a residence located at 110 W. 1st Street in the City of Hoyt. Deputies found a window broken in the residence and it was reported that a 65 inch flat screen T.V., a Play Station 4 and an electric sander were taken from the home. Deputies and detectives along with the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and Kansas Highway Patrol located the suspect identified as 29-year-old Cory Jonathon Pruyser of Topeka and missing items in Topeka where he was arrested near 8th and Fairlawn, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620869323413.png" alt="Smith photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Smith photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>During the investigation, Alexis N. Smith, 22, of Topeka, was arrested for multiple outstanding warrants through the City of Topeka and found in the possession of cocaine and brass knuckles.Pruyser is jailed in Jackson County on requested charges of&nbsp;&nbsp;burglary, theft and criminal damage to property. Smith is being held in the Shawnee County Department of Corrections for the warrants and on requested charges of possession of cocaine and criminal use of weapons.

Deputies find Kan. woman with cocaine, brass knuckles

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating over a dozen suspects for alleged sex crimes after special assignment focused on those attempting to purchase sex along the Broadway Corridor in Wichita.

On Thursday night, officers from the Broadway Corridor Team, South CRT, SIB CRT, South Community Policing, and the Vice Unit conducted the special assignment focused on those attempting to purchase sexual relations in the Broadway Corridor. 

Police arrested 18 for various sex trafficking charges. This was the 19th sex trafficking special assignment conducted by the Broadway Corridor Team and Vice. A total of 172 individuals have been arrested.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621022877997.png" alt="Trevor Long among the 18 arrested Thursday night, according to - Sedgwick County arrest records" />
 <figcaption>Trevor Long among the 18 arrested Thursday night, according to - Sedgwick County arrest records</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating over a dozen suspects for alleged sex crimes after special assignment focused on those attempting to purchase sex along the Broadway Corridor in Wichita.On Thursday night, officers from the Broadway Corridor Team, South CRT, SIB CRT, South Community Policing, and the Vice Unit conducted the special assignment focused on those attempting to purchase sexual relations in the Broadway Corridor. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621022968010.png" alt="Erick Magruder is among the 18 police arrested on Thursday along the Broadway Corridor, according to Sedgwick County arrest records." />
 <figcaption>Erick Magruder is among the 18 police arrested on Thursday along the Broadway Corridor, according to Sedgwick County arrest records.</figcaption>
 </figure>Police arrested 18 for various sex trafficking charges. This was the 19th sex trafficking special assignment conducted by the Broadway Corridor Team and Vice. A total of 172 individuals have been arrested.

Police arrest 18 in Kansas prostitution investigation

LYONS COUNTY— A man with a lengthy criminal history is currently being held in the Reno County Correctional Facility for a case out of Rice County.

Authorities in Rice County arrested 38-year-old Alan Moffett Thursday night. He is held on requested charges of attempted second degree murder, aggravated battery, aggravated burglary, burglary, criminal tresspass and criminal damage to property.

He was booked into the facility&nbsp; in Hutchinson around 2:00 a.m. Friday with a bond of $500,000.

Check the Post for additional details from the Lyons Police Department and the Sheriffs department as it becomes available.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621042866761.png" alt="Moffett has previous convictions for theft, aggravated battery, criminal threat and driving while suspended, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections. photo Lyons County" />
 <figcaption>Moffett has previous convictions for theft, aggravated battery, criminal threat and driving while suspended, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections. photo Lyons County</figcaption>
 </figure>LYONS COUNTY— A man with a lengthy criminal history is currently being held in the Reno County Correctional Facility for a case out of Rice County.Authorities in Rice County arrested 38-year-old Alan Moffett Thursday night. He is held on requested charges of attempted second degree murder, aggravated battery, aggravated burglary, burglary, criminal tresspass and criminal damage to property.He was booked into the facility&nbsp; in Hutchinson around 2:00 a.m. Friday with a bond of $500,000.Check the Post for additional details from the Lyons Police Department and the Sheriffs department as it becomes available.

Kansas felon arrested for alleged attempted murder, burglary

MANHATTAN —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an Illinois man in connection with an August 2020 domestic violence incident in Manhattan.

On Thursday the Will County, Illinois Sheriff's department in conjunction with the U.S. Marshals in Joliet, IL., arrested 24-year-old Isain Misael Lopez, 24, of Joliet, IL., on a Riley County District Court warrant, according to a media release from the RCPD.

The Riley County District Court warrant for Lopez’s arrest stemmed from the investigation of an August 2020 domestic incident at a local hotel. He was arrested on requested charges that include aggravated kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery and domestic battery.

Lopez was extradited Thursday night to the Riley County Jail; he is&nbsp;currently confined on a $250,000 bond.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple charges&nbsp; after a Thursday arrest.

Isain Misael Lopez, 24, Joliet, Illinois, is being held on a $250,000 bond on requested charges that include&nbsp;Aggravated kidnapping, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude&nbsp; manner; family member/dating relationship
Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily
harm to family/person in dating relationship, according to the Riley County Police Department arrest report.

Police are expected to release additional details in the case Friday.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621014727309.png" alt="Lopez was being held in Will County, Illinois" />
 <figcaption>Lopez was being held in Will County, Illinois</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an Illinois man in connection with an August 2020 domestic violence incident in Manhattan.On Thursday the Will County, Illinois Sheriff's department in conjunction with the U.S. Marshals in Joliet, IL., arrested 24-year-old Isain Misael Lopez, 24, of Joliet, IL., on a Riley County District Court warrant, according to a media release from the RCPD.The Riley County District Court warrant for Lopez’s arrest stemmed from the investigation of an August 2020 domestic incident at a local hotel. He was arrested on requested charges that include aggravated kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery and domestic battery.Lopez was extradited Thursday night to the Riley County Jail; he is&nbsp;currently confined on a $250,000 bond.-------RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple charges&nbsp; after a Thursday arrest.Isain Misael Lopez, 24, Joliet, Illinois, is being held on a $250,000 bond on requested charges that include&nbsp;Aggravated kidnapping, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude&nbsp; manner; family member/dating relationship
Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily
harm to family/person in dating relationship, according to the Riley County Police Department arrest report.Police are expected to release additional details in the case Friday.

UPDATE: U.S. Marshals help arrest man wanted in Manhattan

BY JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT Hays Post

A 21-year-old Hays man was sentenced to five and a half years in prison Wednesday in Ellis County District Court for a pair of child sex crimes.

Christopher Lynn Cox, 21, was sentenced to 66 months in prison for criminal sodomy and sexual battery.

Cox was also originally charged with rape but that charge was dropped as a result of the plea agreement reached in March.

The charges stemmed from two separate incidents in February 2020. Court documents accused Cox of providing alcohol and having sex with a 14-year-old girl on Feb. 17. He contacted the victim with the phone app Snapchat, according to the county attorney.

Cox was also charged with inappropriately touching a 16-year-old without her consent on Feb. 1.

Cox was initially expected to be sentenced to 59 months in prison but Ellis County Attorney Robert Anderson said Cox’s criminal history was different than expected so that changed the prison time to 66 months.

Once he is released from prison, Cox will be required to register as a sex offender for life and will be subject to post-release supervision, formerly parole, for life.

ELLIS COUNTY —A suspect currently awaiting trial for sex-related crimes in Colorado was arrested at a Hays motel on suspicion of rape.

At 1:08 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, an officer with the Hays Police Department observed a 14-year-old girl exiting a room during a routine patrol at the Rodeway Inn, 3404 Vine, according to Hays Police Chief Don Scheibler.

After making contact with the minor, officers found she appeared intoxicated and began an investigation.&nbsp;

Christopher Lynn Cox, 20, was found in the room and, after questioning, was arrested.

Cox is being held in the Ellis County jail in lieu of a $150,000 bond on suspicion of rape, aggravated indecent liberties with a child, and unlawfully hosting a minor consuming alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage.

A no-contact order with the victim has also been put in place, according to Ellis County Attorney Tom Drees.

Cox is currently awaiting trial stemming from offenses in Prowers County, Colorado.

He pleaded not guilty to assault in the third degree and unlawful sexual contact in the case that was set for trial in April in Lamar, Colo.

"This is just good police work," Scheibler said. "The officers were up there being proactive and on patrol, they got out to speak to an individual and saw something potentially suspicious and made contact."

"That investigation allowed us to recover a 14-year-old girl and make sure she was safe and helped us put a sex offender in jail," he said.

Drees said the victim was contacted by Cox via a phone app called Snapchat and encouraged parents to monitor their children's social media accounts.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1582227427685.png" alt="Cox photo Ellis County Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Cox photo Ellis County Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>BY JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT Hays PostA 21-year-old Hays man was sentenced to five and a half years in prison Wednesday in Ellis County District Court for a pair of child sex crimes.Christopher Lynn Cox, 21, was sentenced to 66 months in prison for criminal sodomy and sexual battery.Cox was also originally charged with rape but that charge was dropped as a result of the plea agreement reached in March.The charges stemmed from two separate incidents in February 2020. Court documents accused Cox of providing alcohol and having sex with a 14-year-old girl on Feb. 17. He contacted the victim with the phone app Snapchat, according to the county attorney.Cox was also charged with inappropriately touching a 16-year-old without her consent on Feb. 1.Cox was initially expected to be sentenced to 59 months in prison but Ellis County Attorney Robert Anderson said Cox’s criminal history was different than expected so that changed the prison time to 66 months.Once he is released from prison, Cox will be required to register as a sex offender for life and will be subject to post-release supervision, formerly parole, for life.---------ELLIS COUNTY —A suspect currently awaiting trial for sex-related crimes in Colorado was arrested at a Hays motel on suspicion of rape.At 1:08 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, an officer with the Hays Police Department observed a 14-year-old girl exiting a room during a routine patrol at the Rodeway Inn, 3404 Vine, according to Hays Police Chief Don Scheibler.After making contact with the minor, officers found she appeared intoxicated and began an investigation.&nbsp;Christopher Lynn Cox, 20, was found in the room and, after questioning, was arrested.Cox is being held in the Ellis County jail in lieu of a $150,000 bond on suspicion of rape, aggravated indecent liberties with a child, and unlawfully hosting a minor consuming alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage.A no-contact order with the victim has also been put in place, according to Ellis County Attorney Tom Drees.Cox is currently awaiting trial stemming from offenses in Prowers County, Colorado.He pleaded not guilty to assault in the third degree and unlawful sexual contact in the case that was set for trial in April in Lamar, Colo."This is just good police work," Scheibler said. "The officers were up there being proactive and on patrol, they got out to speak to an individual and saw something potentially suspicious and made contact.""That investigation allowed us to recover a 14-year-old girl and make sure she was safe and helped us put a sex offender in jail," he said.Drees said the victim was contacted by Cox via a phone app called Snapchat and encouraged parents to monitor their children's social media accounts.

Kan. man used Snapchat to contact 14-year-old for sex 

GRANT COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities including the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), Ulysses Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office shared new information related to the fatal shooting that occurred April 28, at&nbsp; Russ Binney Park in Ulysses, according to a media release from the KBI.

On May 2, 14-year-old<a href="https://obittree.com/funeral-home/united-states/kansas/ulysses/garnand-funeral-home---ulysses/245404/1084/"> Christopher Garcia,</a> who was injured in this incident, died at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis hospital in Wichita.

Just after 4 p.m. Thursday, deputies from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 13-year-old boy from Ulysses on requested charges of second-degree murder, criminal possession of a firearm and possession of stolen property.

Following his arrest, the teen was transported to the Southwest Kansas Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Garden City.&nbsp;

GRANT COUNTY —A Southwest Kansas teen critically injured last week after he was shot in the neck and face has died, according to Melissa Underwood, spokesperson for the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

Relatives of 14-year-old Christopher Garcia's family <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/hb6cc-christophers-medical-expenses?utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1&amp;utm_medium=copy_link&amp;utm_source=customer">established a fundraiser</a> to help with medical expenses.

Just after 6:30 p.m., April 28, a resident who lived near the Russ Binney Park in Ulysses, Kansas called 911 after hearing gun shots fired in the park, according to a media release from the KBI.

Officers responded to the park at the northeast corner of the intersection of W. Santa Fe Ave. and S. College Street., where they found the teen suffering from a gunshot wound to his face.

Preliminary information indicates that six teenagers, four boys and two girls, were spending time in the park when Garcia was struck by a round from a handgun that one of the teens possessed.

EMS responded to the scene and transported Garcia to the Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was later flown to Ascension Via Christi hospital in Wichita and died over the weekend.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620988496643.png" alt="Christopher Garcia&nbsp;was a student at Kepley Middle School in Ulysses. He died May 2 at a Wichita hospital. Photo courtesy Garnand Funeral Home" />
 <figcaption>Christopher Garcia&nbsp;was a student at Kepley Middle School in Ulysses. He died May 2 at a Wichita hospital. Photo courtesy Garnand Funeral Home</figcaption>
 </figure>GRANT COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities including the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), Ulysses Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office shared new information related to the fatal shooting that occurred April 28, at&nbsp; Russ Binney Park in Ulysses, according to a media release from the KBI.On May 2, 14-year-old<a href="https://obittree.com/funeral-home/united-states/kansas/ulysses/garnand-funeral-home---ulysses/245404/1084/"> Christopher Garcia,</a> who was injured in this incident, died at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis hospital in Wichita.Just after 4 p.m. Thursday, deputies from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 13-year-old boy from Ulysses on requested charges of second-degree murder, criminal possession of a firearm and possession of stolen property.Following his arrest, the teen was transported to the Southwest Kansas Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Garden City.&nbsp;-------GRANT COUNTY —A Southwest Kansas teen critically injured last week after he was shot in the neck and face has died, according to Melissa Underwood, spokesperson for the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620053851062.png" alt="The incident occurred at Russ Binney Park in Ulysses -Google image" />
 <figcaption>The incident occurred at Russ Binney Park in Ulysses -Google image</figcaption>
 </figure>Relatives of 14-year-old Christopher Garcia's family <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/hb6cc-christophers-medical-expenses?utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1&amp;utm_medium=copy_link&amp;utm_source=customer">established a fundraiser</a> to help with medical expenses.Just after 6:30 p.m., April 28, a resident who lived near the Russ Binney Park in Ulysses, Kansas called 911 after hearing gun shots fired in the park, according to a media release from the KBI.Officers responded to the park at the northeast corner of the intersection of W. Santa Fe Ave. and S. College Street., where they found the teen suffering from a gunshot wound to his face.Preliminary information indicates that six teenagers, four boys and two girls, were spending time in the park when Garcia was struck by a round from a handgun that one of the teens possessed.EMS responded to the scene and transported Garcia to the Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was later flown to Ascension Via Christi hospital in Wichita and died over the weekend.Authorities have not reported an arrest.

KBI: 13-year-old arrested for fatal shooting at SW Kan. park

A plea deal was accepted and the person behind the wheel in
the drive-by shooting last August that took the life of a two-year-old St.
Joseph girl has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Circuit Judge Daniel Kellogg accepted the plea bargain reached
between 21-year-old Te’Avion Hawkins of Platte City and the
Buchanan County Prosecutor’s office. Kellogg sentenced Hawkins to 10 years in
prison during his hearing in a Buchanan County courtroom this afternoon.

Hawkins was the driver of the vehicle last August that pulled
up along side the car in which Raelynn Craig was a passenger. Two passengers in
Hawkins’ car, 21-year-old Marcain Kimbrough-Ballard of St. Joseph and 21-year-old Caimon
Ramone Stillman of St. Joseph, opened fire.&nbsp; They fired
14 shots into the car, wounding two adults and killing Raelynn.

The prosecutor’s office says Hawkins provided the identities
of the two shooters after police tracked down his car and arrested him.

Kimbrough-Ballard was sentenced to 26 years in prison.
Stillman received a 24-year sentence.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620850690884.jpeg" alt="Te'Avion Hawkins and his attorney listen as Buchanan County Circuit Judge Daniel Kellogg pronounces sentence./Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Te'Avion Hawkins and his attorney listen as Buchanan County Circuit Judge Daniel Kellogg pronounces sentence./Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostA plea deal was accepted and the person behind the wheel in
the drive-by shooting last August that took the life of a two-year-old St.
Joseph girl has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.Circuit Judge Daniel Kellogg accepted the plea bargain reached
between 21-year-old Te’Avion Hawkins of Platte City and the
Buchanan County Prosecutor’s office. Kellogg sentenced Hawkins to 10 years in
prison during his hearing in a Buchanan County courtroom this afternoon.Hawkins was the driver of the vehicle last August that pulled
up along side the car in which Raelynn Craig was a passenger. Two passengers in
Hawkins’ car, 21-year-old Marcain Kimbrough-Ballard of St. Joseph and 21-year-old Caimon
Ramone Stillman of St. Joseph, opened fire.&nbsp; They fired
14 shots into the car, wounding two adults and killing Raelynn.The prosecutor’s office says Hawkins provided the identities
of the two shooters after police tracked down his car and arrested him.Kimbrough-Ballard was sentenced to 26 years in prison.
Stillman received a 24-year sentence.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1620850785947.jpeg" alt="Te'Avion Hawkins awaits his sentencing in a Buchanan County courtroom./Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Te'Avion Hawkins awaits his sentencing in a Buchanan County courtroom./Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
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