KANSAS CITY (AP) — Police have identified a man found fatally shot in a fast-food restaurant parking lot in the Hickman Mills neighborhood on the south side of Kansas City.

Officers were called to a McDonald’s parking lot around 11 a.m. Monday and found Rickey Arrington, 35, inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds, police said in a news release. Arrington was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Police had not announced an arrest by Wednesday morning, but say detectives have identified a person of interest in this case.

KANSAS CITY (AP) — Police have identified a man found fatally shot in a fast-food restaurant parking lot in the Hickman Mills neighborhood on the south side of Kansas City.Officers were called to a McDonald’s parking lot around 11 a.m. Monday and found Rickey Arrington, 35, inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds, police said in a news release. Arrington was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.Police had not announced an arrest by Wednesday morning, but say detectives have identified a person of interest in this case.

Police ID man found fatally shot in KC restaurant parking lot

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man after a violent attack on a woman.

Just after 11:30 p.m. Sunday, police responded to an assault call at a residence in the 5100 block of East New Jersey Drive in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson. 

Upon arrival, officers located 30-year-old Deadrian Burns physically fighting with a 44-year-old man outside of the residence. 

Police also contacted a 25-year-old&nbsp; woman after she locked herself in a vehicle with her two-month-old son. EMS transported the 25-year-old and her 2-month-old to a local hospital with serious injuries, according to Davidson.

The investigation revealed that Burns, his 25-year-old ex-girlfriend, and her 44-year-old family member were at the residence celebrating a birthday. Burns and the 44-year-old man left together to go to a store. While at the store, they got into a verbal argument, and the 44-year-old left, leaving Burns behind. Burns walked back to the residence and assaulted the 25-year-old woman, threatened her, and strangled her to the point of unconsciousness. He also dropped the 2-month-old on the ground outside.

Burns then called the 44-year-old and threatened to harm the 25-year-old if he did not return to the house. When he arrived, the two physically fought while the woman locked herself in a vehicle and called 911.

Police arrested Burns on requested charges of&nbsp;attempted first-degree murder and aggravated battery.&nbsp; He remains jailed on a $100,000 bond, according to<a href="https://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1533/DRAFT-COVID-19-Vaccination-Plan-for-Kansas-Version11-10162020"> online jail records.</a>

The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1603225539777.png" alt="Burns-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Burns-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a man after a violent attack on a woman.Just after 11:30 p.m. Sunday, police responded to an assault call at a residence in the 5100 block of East New Jersey Drive in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson. Upon arrival, officers located 30-year-old Deadrian Burns physically fighting with a 44-year-old man outside of the residence. Police also contacted a 25-year-old&nbsp; woman after she locked herself in a vehicle with her two-month-old son. EMS transported the 25-year-old and her 2-month-old to a local hospital with serious injuries, according to Davidson.The investigation revealed that Burns, his 25-year-old ex-girlfriend, and her 44-year-old family member were at the residence celebrating a birthday. Burns and the 44-year-old man left together to go to a store. While at the store, they got into a verbal argument, and the 44-year-old left, leaving Burns behind. Burns walked back to the residence and assaulted the 25-year-old woman, threatened her, and strangled her to the point of unconsciousness. He also dropped the 2-month-old on the ground outside.Burns then called the 44-year-old and threatened to harm the 25-year-old if he did not return to the house. When he arrived, the two physically fought while the woman locked herself in a vehicle and called 911.Police arrested Burns on requested charges of&nbsp;attempted first-degree murder and aggravated battery.&nbsp; He remains jailed on a $100,000 bond, according to<a href="https://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1533/DRAFT-COVID-19-Vaccination-Plan-for-Kansas-Version11-10162020"> online jail records.</a>The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

Kan. man accused of violent attack on woman, infant

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A retired firefighter unhappy with the city of Wichita's mask mandate who was arrested Friday for threatening to kidnap and kill the mayor made his first court appearance Tuesday.

Meredith Dowty, 59, Wichita, was charged with three counts of criminal threat, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple said he had been read text messages received by another city official that asked about the mayor’s address and threatened his life.

The mayor says the suspect talked about tyranny in the messages and was upset about the mask mandates and not being able to see his mother because of COVID-19 restrictions on elderly homes.

In Kansas, criminal threat is a level 9 felony which means, depending on his criminal record, it’s possible Mr. Dowty could receive anywhere from probation to 17 months in prison on each count, if he’s convicted, according to the district attorney.

He <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18723930">remains jailed on a $50,000 bond </a>and is scheduled to return to court November 5.

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A retired firefighter who was upset with the city’s mask ordinance has been arrested on suspicion of threatening to kidnap and kill Wichita’s mayor.&nbsp;

Meredith Dowty, 59, Wichita, could face a charge of criminal threat.

Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple said he had been read text messages received by another city official that asked about the mayor’s address and threatened his life. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602897809399.png" alt="Meredith Dowty-photo Sedgwick County Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Meredith Dowty-photo Sedgwick County Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A retired firefighter unhappy with the city of Wichita's mask mandate who was arrested Friday for threatening to kidnap and kill the mayor made his first court appearance Tuesday.Meredith Dowty, 59, Wichita, was charged with three counts of criminal threat, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple said he had been read text messages received by another city official that asked about the mayor’s address and threatened his life.The mayor says the suspect talked about tyranny in the messages and was upset about the mask mandates and not being able to see his mother because of COVID-19 restrictions on elderly homes.In Kansas, criminal threat is a level 9 felony which means, depending on his criminal record, it’s possible Mr. Dowty could receive anywhere from probation to 17 months in prison on each count, if he’s convicted, according to the district attorney.He <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18723930">remains jailed on a $50,000 bond </a>and is scheduled to return to court November 5.---------SEDGWICK COUNTY —A retired firefighter who was upset with the city’s mask ordinance has been arrested on suspicion of threatening to kidnap and kill Wichita’s mayor.&nbsp;Meredith Dowty, 59, Wichita, could face a charge of criminal threat.Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple said he had been read text messages received by another city official that asked about the mayor’s address and threatened his life. <div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In response to today&#39;s story concerning a threat I received: Violence is never a way to settle disagreements. We&#39;re always stronger together as a City even when times are at their toughest. Tensions maybe high, but we will get through this together as Wichitans. 1/2&mdash; Dr. Brandon Whipple (@BWhippleKS) <a href="https://twitter.com/BWhippleKS/status/1317261830641897472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 17, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The mayor says the suspect talked about tyranny in the messages and was upset about the mask mandates and not being able to see his mother because of COVID-19 restrictions on elderly homes.

Man charged, remains jailed for threatening mayor over masks 

KANSAS CITY, MO. (AP) —&nbsp;A Kansas City police sergeant accused of injuring a 15-year-old Black boy by forcing his head into the pavement and kneeling on him last year pleaded not guilty Tuesday to a third-degree felony assault charge.

Sgt. Matthew Neal appeared via video during a brief arraignment hearing in Jackson County Court. His next court date was scheduled for Nov. 19.

A grand jury indicted Neal in August after reviewing evidence from the November 2019 arrest. The teenager and a man were stopped by another officer who thought a robbery might occur, according to charging documents.

Prosecutors say the 15-year-old was in handcuffs and on the ground when Neal slammed his face into the pavement and kneeled on his head, while the teen repeatedly said “I can't breathe.”

Several of the teen’s teeth were broken and he required stitches. No charges were filed against him.

The case shares similarities with what happened to George Floyd in Minneapolis. Floyd, a Black man who was handcuffed and face-down, died May 25 after a white police officer pressed his knee into Floyd's neck for several minutes despite Floyd's pleas for air.

Although the confrontation involving Neal happened last November, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters-Baker said her office wasn't aware of it until a private attorney brought it to her office's attention in the late spring. And she has complained that the police department has resisted providing her office with charging documents or evidence in cases involving its officers.

Kansas City's police chief, Rick Smith, has said that after his department reviewed what happened, it sent information to federal prosecutors, the FBI and Baker’s office.

The case is one of several that civil rights activists have cited in protests this year against the police department, including calls for Smith to be fired or resign, which he said he doesn't plan to do.

Neal, an 18-year veteran of the police force, was placed on administrative leave and will remain on leave pending the outcome of the case, police said.

The Kansas City police union said in August that it believed Neal's actions were justified and that he will be exonerated.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1603220400802.png" alt="Several of the teen’s teeth were broken and he required stitches. Photo courtesy Jackson Co. Prosecutor's office" />
 <figcaption>Several of the teen’s teeth were broken and he required stitches. Photo courtesy Jackson Co. Prosecutor's office</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, MO. (AP) —&nbsp;A Kansas City police sergeant accused of injuring a 15-year-old Black boy by forcing his head into the pavement and kneeling on him last year pleaded not guilty Tuesday to a third-degree felony assault charge.Sgt. Matthew Neal appeared via video during a brief arraignment hearing in Jackson County Court. His next court date was scheduled for Nov. 19.A grand jury indicted Neal in August after reviewing evidence from the November 2019 arrest. The teenager and a man were stopped by another officer who thought a robbery might occur, according to charging documents.Prosecutors say the 15-year-old was in handcuffs and on the ground when Neal slammed his face into the pavement and kneeled on his head, while the teen repeatedly said “I can't breathe.”Several of the teen’s teeth were broken and he required stitches. No charges were filed against him.The case shares similarities with what happened to George Floyd in Minneapolis. Floyd, a Black man who was handcuffed and face-down, died May 25 after a white police officer pressed his knee into Floyd's neck for several minutes despite Floyd's pleas for air.Although the confrontation involving Neal happened last November, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters-Baker said her office wasn't aware of it until a private attorney brought it to her office's attention in the late spring. And she has complained that the police department has resisted providing her office with charging documents or evidence in cases involving its officers.Kansas City's police chief, Rick Smith, has said that after his department reviewed what happened, it sent information to federal prosecutors, the FBI and Baker’s office.The case is one of several that civil rights activists have cited in protests this year against the police department, including calls for Smith to be fired or resign, which he said he doesn't plan to do.Neal, an 18-year veteran of the police force, was placed on administrative leave and will remain on leave pending the outcome of the case, police said.The Kansas City police union said in August that it believed Neal's actions were justified and that he will be exonerated.

Kansas City cop pleads not guilty to assaulting Black teen

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly has said it’s time to tone down the “the anti-science, anti-mask rhetoric,” after a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/virus-outbreak-kansas-wichita-d5deed1bb7d56559aa839d84bc0b58d7">retired firefighter</a>&nbsp;who was upset about Wichita’s mask ordinance was arrested on suspicion of threatening to kidnap and kill the mayor.

“This is serious, and we all need to get on the same page and work together,” Kelly said Monday.

Police have said the man could face a charge of criminal threat. He was arrested Friday and prosecutors said he could be arraigned Tuesday afternoon, The Wichita Eagle&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansas.com/news/politics-government/article246561383.html" target="_blank">reported</a>.

Police have said the suspect sent text messages to a city official threatening the life of Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple because of his role in the passage of a mask mandate to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

“He said he was going to kidnap me and slash my throat and he needed my address because I needed to see the hangman,” Whipple said.

Kelly said anger over restrictions imposed to protect public health is getting out of hand.

“It’s imperative that we turn down the rhetoric — the anti-science, anti-mask rhetoric,” Kelly said. “We see what’s going on, what it has done here with the mayor of Wichita and elsewhere such as Michigan.”

Members of a self-appointed militia group are facing charges accusing them of plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The FBI and Michigan law enforcement have&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/michigan-gretchen-whitmer-lansing-46e0a8b30dd62d82f2a9845d2f5bea38">charged 14 men&nbsp;</a>in connection with a domestic terrorism plot.

The state health department reported Monday that Kansas had 2,113 new confirmed and probable coronavirus cases since Friday, an increase of 3% that brought the total number of infections reported in the state to 72,968. The department also reported 13 additional COVID-19-related deaths, bringing the Kansas death toll to 872.

Meanwhile, the coronavirus claimed the life of a sixth Kansas inmate Monday. The inmate, who was serving a life sentence for four sex crime convictions from Wyandotte County, was housed at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. He is among about 2,500 inmates and more than 300 prison workers statewide to be infected.

The Kansas Department of Corrections said in a news release that the inmate’s family has asked that his name not be released. He was 60 and had underlying medical conditions.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1599772905858.png" alt="Kansas Governor Laura Kelly puts on her mask when leaving a press conference in August." />
 <figcaption>Kansas Governor Laura Kelly puts on her mask when leaving a press conference in August.</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly has said it’s time to tone down the “the anti-science, anti-mask rhetoric,” after a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/virus-outbreak-kansas-wichita-d5deed1bb7d56559aa839d84bc0b58d7">retired firefighter</a>&nbsp;who was upset about Wichita’s mask ordinance was arrested on suspicion of threatening to kidnap and kill the mayor.“This is serious, and we all need to get on the same page and work together,” Kelly said Monday.Police have said the man could face a charge of criminal threat. He was arrested Friday and prosecutors said he could be arraigned Tuesday afternoon, The Wichita Eagle&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansas.com/news/politics-government/article246561383.html" target="_blank">reported</a>.Police have said the suspect sent text messages to a city official threatening the life of Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple because of his role in the passage of a mask mandate to slow the spread of the coronavirus.“He said he was going to kidnap me and slash my throat and he needed my address because I needed to see the hangman,” Whipple said.Kelly said anger over restrictions imposed to protect public health is getting out of hand.“It’s imperative that we turn down the rhetoric — the anti-science, anti-mask rhetoric,” Kelly said. “We see what’s going on, what it has done here with the mayor of Wichita and elsewhere such as Michigan.”Members of a self-appointed militia group are facing charges accusing them of plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The FBI and Michigan law enforcement have&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/michigan-gretchen-whitmer-lansing-46e0a8b30dd62d82f2a9845d2f5bea38">charged 14 men&nbsp;</a>in connection with a domestic terrorism plot.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1603128527249.png" alt="Monday Oct. 19, 2020 KDHE image" />
 <figcaption>Monday Oct. 19, 2020 KDHE image</figcaption>
 </figure>The state health department reported Monday that Kansas had 2,113 new confirmed and probable coronavirus cases since Friday, an increase of 3% that brought the total number of infections reported in the state to 72,968. The department also reported 13 additional COVID-19-related deaths, bringing the Kansas death toll to 872.Meanwhile, the coronavirus claimed the life of a sixth Kansas inmate Monday. The inmate, who was serving a life sentence for four sex crime convictions from Wyandotte County, was housed at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. He is among about 2,500 inmates and more than 300 prison workers statewide to be infected.The Kansas Department of Corrections said in a news release that the inmate’s family has asked that his name not be released. He was 60 and had underlying medical conditions.

Gov. Kelly: It's time to tone down 'anti-mask rhetoric'

SEDGWICK COUNTY — A Kansas felon arrested in connection with two cases of sex assault made his first court appearance in the case on Friday.

 Patrick Newborn, 33, Wichita, was charged&nbsp;criminal threat, 2 counts of domestic battery, criminal trespass, 4 counts of aggravated burglary, 6 counts of aggravated robbery, 6 counts of rape, 7 counts of criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, 2 counts of aggravated intimidation of a witness, 3 counts of aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, 2 counts of aggravated battery, attempted rape, aggravated criminal sodomy, attempted aggravated robbery, aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, interference with a law enforcement officer, battery (misdemeanor), according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

On August 29, Wichita police began a sexual assault and robbery investigation following an incident reported in the 6100 Block of East Boston, according to Captain Jason Stephens.

Two victims reported an attempted robbery at gunpoint. The female victims reported the suspect, later identified as 33-year-old Patrick Newborn of Wichita, had committed a sexual assault against her one to two weeks earlier, according to Stephens.

On Sept. 13, police investigated another sexual assault involving a different victim at a residence in the 700 Block of South Pershing in Wichita. Investigators determined the cases were likely connected and later confirmed that.

Special Weapons and Tactics team on the scene of the 7-hour standoff and arrest late Tuesday -photo courtesy KWCH

On Sept. 15, police learned that Newborn was wanted on a felony warrant for being a parole absconder, according to Stephens. Officers located him Tuesday in 9100 Block of East Harry in Wichita. Upon confronting him, Newborn pulled a handgun and threatened the officers.

The officers retreated from the residence and called in the SWAT team. The SWAT team established a perimeter around the location and spent 7 hours communicating with Newborn.

Just after 1a.m. Sept. 16, he gave himself up and was taken into custody without further incident, according to Stephens.

He has a previous conviction for Aggravated Indecent Liberties, Sex Intercourse with a victim under the age of 16, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections.

Newborn is being held on a bond of $250,000.&nbsp; Attorneys in the case are scheduled to discuss it with Judge Jeff Syrios on October 1, according to the district attorney's office.

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two cases of sexual assault and after a 7-hour standoff have a suspect in custody.

On Tuesday police learned that Newborn was wanted on a felony warrant for being a parole absconder, according to Stephens. Officers located him Tuesday in 9100 Block of East Harry in Wichita. Upon confronting him, Newborn pulled a handgun and threatened the officers.

Just after 1a.m. Wednesday, he gave himself up and was taken into custody without further incident, according to Stephens.

Newborn is being held on requested charges that include rape, aggravated criminal sodomy, criminal threat, aggravated residential robbery,&nbsp; aggravated residential burglary, aggravated kidnapping, criminal possession of a firearm and a state parole violation,&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18820474">according to online booking records.</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1600269243259.png" alt="Newborn -photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Newborn -photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — A Kansas felon arrested in connection with two cases of sex assault made his first court appearance in the case on Friday. Patrick Newborn, 33, Wichita, was charged&nbsp;criminal threat, 2 counts of domestic battery, criminal trespass, 4 counts of aggravated burglary, 6 counts of aggravated robbery, 6 counts of rape, 7 counts of criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, 2 counts of aggravated intimidation of a witness, 3 counts of aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, 2 counts of aggravated battery, attempted rape, aggravated criminal sodomy, attempted aggravated robbery, aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, interference with a law enforcement officer, battery (misdemeanor), according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.He remains jails on a $250,000 bond.On August 29, Wichita police began a sexual assault and robbery investigation following an incident reported in the 6100 Block of East Boston, according to Captain Jason Stephens.Two victims reported an attempted robbery at gunpoint. The female victims reported the suspect, later identified as 33-year-old Patrick Newborn of Wichita, had committed a sexual assault against her one to two weeks earlier, according to Stephens.On Sept. 13, police investigated another sexual assault involving a different victim at a residence in the 700 Block of South Pershing in Wichita. Investigators determined the cases were likely connected and later confirmed that.Special Weapons and Tactics team on the scene of the 7-hour standoff and arrest late Tuesday -photo courtesy KWCHOn Sept. 15, police learned that Newborn was wanted on a felony warrant for being a parole absconder, according to Stephens. Officers located him Tuesday in 9100 Block of East Harry in Wichita. Upon confronting him, Newborn pulled a handgun and threatened the officers.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1600271410562.png" alt="Special Weapons and Tactics team on the scene of the 7-hour standoff and arrest late Tuesday -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Special Weapons and Tactics team on the scene of the 7-hour standoff and arrest late Tuesday -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>The officers retreated from the residence and called in the SWAT team. The SWAT team established a perimeter around the location and spent 7 hours communicating with Newborn.Just after 1a.m. Sept. 16, he gave himself up and was taken into custody without further incident, according to Stephens.He has a previous conviction for Aggravated Indecent Liberties, Sex Intercourse with a victim under the age of 16, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections.Newborn is being held on a bond of $250,000.&nbsp; Attorneys in the case are scheduled to discuss it with Judge Jeff Syrios on October 1, according to the district attorney's office.----SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two cases of sexual assault and after a 7-hour standoff have a suspect in custody.On August 29, Wichita police began a sexual assault and robbery investigation following an incident reported in the 6100 Block of East Boston, according to Captain Jason Stephens.Two victims reported an attempted robbery at gunpoint. The female victims reported the suspect, later identified as 33-year-old Patrick Newborn of Wichita, had committed a sexual assault against her one to two weeks earlier, according to Stephens.On Sept. 13, police investigated another sexual assault involving a different victim at a residence in the 700 Block of South Pershing in Wichita. Investigators determined the cases were likely connected and later confirmed that.On Tuesday police learned that Newborn was wanted on a felony warrant for being a parole absconder, according to Stephens. Officers located him Tuesday in 9100 Block of East Harry in Wichita. Upon confronting him, Newborn pulled a handgun and threatened the officers.The officers retreated from the residence and called in the SWAT team. The SWAT team established a perimeter around the location and spent 7 hours communicating with Newborn.Just after 1a.m. Wednesday, he gave himself up and was taken into custody without further incident, according to Stephens.Newborn is being held on requested charges that include rape, aggravated criminal sodomy, criminal threat, aggravated residential robbery,&nbsp; aggravated residential burglary, aggravated kidnapping, criminal possession of a firearm and a state parole violation,&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=18820474">according to online booking records.</a>He has a previous conviction for Aggravated Indecent Liberties, Sex Intercourse with a victim under the age of 16, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections.--------

Kansas sex offender faces additional charges in rape case

RICE COUNTY—The Lyons police officer shot during Friday's incident in Lyons remains hospitalized and is improving, according to Rice County Sheriff Bryant Evans.

The sheriff shared the news Sunday on social media, "I went and spent some time with Cory and Cami. I have approval from both to share my visit. Cory is doing awesome.

The ventilator is out, he is alert, he could even talk some, has all movement and feeling in his limbs. Organ function is good, and blood work is good. To quote his nurse, “I am shocked to see him respond so well to treatment, considering the report I received when he was first brought in.” 

Cory is receiving excellent care. I ensured him that we are all praying for him and Coach Friess. Please continue to pray for the Ryan and Friess families."

<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coryryanfamilyfund?utm_medium=copy_link&amp;utm_source=customer&amp;utm_campaign=p_lico%20share-sheet&amp;fbclid=IwAR1ag6l80ZjE2cQ9Gtawsj15MsaQyqe2N25zuYyML3Ii8mNOz48M_qWdO6s">CLICK here </a>to view the GoFundMe page

RICE COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Lyons Police Department identified the officer shot Friday afternoon outside of a Lyons residence.

Officer Cory Ryan, 36, of Lyons, was shot multiple times when responding to a 911 call from a citizen who reported being threatened with a gun. Ryan joined the Lyons Police Department in 2012. He is currently being treated at a Wichita hospital, where he is improving. Ryan is in critical, but stable condition, according to a media release from the KBI.

Lyons Police Chief Justin Holliday also sustained minor injuries when removing the 56-year-old Lyons man from the shooting scene. Holliday was treated at a local hospital and is now recovering at home.

The 56-year-old injured man is now in good condition, and could be released from the hospital as early as today.

Adam Hrabik, 40, was arrested related to the incident, and is being held at the Reno County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center. He has not yet been formally charged.

A fund has been set up to cover the expenses of Officer Cory Ryan and his family at the Lyons Federal Bank,&nbsp;200 E. Ave. S., Lyons, KS 67554. Donations will also be taken at the First Bank-Sterling,&nbsp;128 S. Broadway Ave., Sterling, KS 67579, or the Lyons Police Department&nbsp;303 E. Main St., Lyons, KS 67554.

RICE COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) responded to investigate an officer-involved shooting that critically injured a Lyons police officer.

Preliminary information indicates that officers from the Lyons Police Department received a 911 call at approximately 3:40 p.m. from a man who was being threatened with a gun, according to a media release.

When the first responding officer arrived at 1 Arrowhead Dr. in Lyons, Kan., he was shot by 40-year-old Adam Hrabik, who lived at the residence.

Two nearby citizens who saw the shooting helped coax the officer away from the scene. They then drove him to a local hospital in their private vehicle. The officer was then transported to a Wichita hospital where he is currently in critical condition.

When additional officers and deputies arrived on scene, they discovered a 56-year-old Lyons man outside who had also been shot. They removed the man from the scene. He was taken to a local hospital and then transported to a Wichita hospital. He is currently in serious condition.&nbsp;

Numerous law enforcement agencies responded to Lyons to assist. Hrabik retreated into the residence and a standoff ensued. At approximately 7:10 p.m., the Kansas Highway Patrol’s Special Response Team negotiated him out of the residence, and the Hutchinson and Reno County Emergency Response Team took Hrabik into custody.

Hrabik was turned over to KBI agents for questioning. The investigation is ongoing.

RICE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are on the scene of an officer-involved shooting in Rice County.

On Friday afternoon, agents from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation responded to the incident, according to KBI spokesperson Melissa Underwood.

Few details were released late Friday afternoon. Check the Post for additional details as they become available.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1603103893475.png" alt="Ryan-photo GoFundMe" />
 <figcaption>Ryan-photo GoFundMe</figcaption>
 </figure>RICE COUNTY—The Lyons police officer shot during Friday's incident in Lyons remains hospitalized and is improving, according to Rice County Sheriff Bryant Evans.The sheriff shared the news Sunday on social media, "I went and spent some time with Cory and Cami. I have approval from both to share my visit. Cory is doing awesome.The ventilator is out, he is alert, he could even talk some, has all movement and feeling in his limbs. Organ function is good, and blood work is good. To quote his nurse, “I am shocked to see him respond so well to treatment, considering the report I received when he was first brought in.” Cory is receiving excellent care. I ensured him that we are all praying for him and Coach Friess. Please continue to pray for the Ryan and Friess families."<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coryryanfamilyfund?utm_medium=copy_link&amp;utm_source=customer&amp;utm_campaign=p_lico%20share-sheet&amp;fbclid=IwAR1ag6l80ZjE2cQ9Gtawsj15MsaQyqe2N25zuYyML3Ii8mNOz48M_qWdO6s">CLICK here </a>to view the GoFundMe page----------RICE COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Lyons Police Department identified the officer shot Friday afternoon outside of a Lyons residence.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602896609117.png" alt="Law enforcement on the scene in Lyons Friday afternoon -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Law enforcement on the scene in Lyons Friday afternoon -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>Officer Cory Ryan, 36, of Lyons, was shot multiple times when responding to a 911 call from a citizen who reported being threatened with a gun. Ryan joined the Lyons Police Department in 2012. He is currently being treated at a Wichita hospital, where he is improving. Ryan is in critical, but stable condition, according to a media release from the KBI.Lyons Police Chief Justin Holliday also sustained minor injuries when removing the 56-year-old Lyons man from the shooting scene. Holliday was treated at a local hospital and is now recovering at home.The 56-year-old injured man is now in good condition, and could be released from the hospital as early as today.Adam Hrabik, 40, was arrested related to the incident, and is being held at the Reno County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center. He has not yet been formally charged.A fund has been set up to cover the expenses of Officer Cory Ryan and his family at the Lyons Federal Bank,&nbsp;200 E. Ave. S., Lyons, KS 67554. Donations will also be taken at the First Bank-Sterling,&nbsp;128 S. Broadway Ave., Sterling, KS 67579, or the Lyons Police Department&nbsp;303 E. Main St., Lyons, KS 67554.----------RICE COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) responded to investigate an officer-involved shooting that critically injured a Lyons police officer.Preliminary information indicates that officers from the Lyons Police Department received a 911 call at approximately 3:40 p.m. from a man who was being threatened with a gun, according to a media release.When the first responding officer arrived at 1 Arrowhead Dr. in Lyons, Kan., he was shot by 40-year-old Adam Hrabik, who lived at the residence.Two nearby citizens who saw the shooting helped coax the officer away from the scene. They then drove him to a local hospital in their private vehicle. The officer was then transported to a Wichita hospital where he is currently in critical condition.When additional officers and deputies arrived on scene, they discovered a 56-year-old Lyons man outside who had also been shot. They removed the man from the scene. He was taken to a local hospital and then transported to a Wichita hospital. He is currently in serious condition.&nbsp;Numerous law enforcement agencies responded to Lyons to assist. Hrabik retreated into the residence and a standoff ensued. At approximately 7:10 p.m., the Kansas Highway Patrol’s Special Response Team negotiated him out of the residence, and the Hutchinson and Reno County Emergency Response Team took Hrabik into custody.Hrabik was turned over to KBI agents for questioning. The investigation is ongoing.------RICE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are on the scene of an officer-involved shooting in Rice County.On Friday afternoon, agents from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation responded to the incident, according to KBI spokesperson Melissa Underwood.Few details were released late Friday afternoon. Check the Post for additional details as they become available.

Sheriff: Officer shot in Lyons remains hospitalized, improving

MONTGOMERY COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Independence Police Department made an arrest Sunday evening connected to the murders of two Independence, Kansas men.

Just after 5p.m. Sunday, KBI agents and Independence police officers served an arrest warrant at the Labette County Jail to 18-year-old James T. S. Gofourth of Independence, according to a media release.

The arrest warrant alleged that Gofourth committed two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of 27-year-old Tyler Cook and 24-year-old Rodricus Dawson, and one count of attempted first-degree murder for injuring a 27-year-old Independence woman. 

Gofourth was already in custody at the jail for suspected offenses of aggravated robbery, possession of marijuana and possession of opiates unrelated to the Friday morning homicides, according to online jail records.

The 27-year-old Independence woman hurt during this incident remains hospitalized, according to the KBI.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1603069766843.png" alt="Gofourth photo Labette Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Gofourth photo Labette Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>MONTGOMERY COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Independence Police Department made an arrest Sunday evening connected to the murders of two Independence, Kansas men.Just after 5p.m. Sunday, KBI agents and Independence police officers served an arrest warrant at the Labette County Jail to 18-year-old James T. S. Gofourth of Independence, according to a media release.The arrest warrant alleged that Gofourth committed two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of 27-year-old Tyler Cook and 24-year-old Rodricus Dawson, and one count of attempted first-degree murder for injuring a 27-year-old Independence woman. Gofourth was already in custody at the jail for suspected offenses of aggravated robbery, possession of marijuana and possession of opiates unrelated to the Friday morning homicides, according to online jail records.The 27-year-old Independence woman hurt during this incident remains hospitalized, according to the KBI.

Man jailed for robbery accused in murder of 2 Kan. men 

BROWN COUNTY —The Brown County Sheriff’s Office and Jackson County deputies and investigators were jointly working to locate a person of interest in a Brown County incident that occurred Thursday night, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

On Friday night, deputies in both counties believed the person of interest may be located near T4 Road near the Shawnee County line in southeastern Jackson County. 

A Jackson County deputy located a vehicle with a flat tire near T.4 Road on 94th&nbsp;Road in Jackson County that appeared to have a flat tire, according to Morse.

Deputies recognized the male passenger as being the Brown County person of interest identified as Phillip A. Doerr, 26, of Horton. 

Doerr allegedly provided a false name and was subsequently arrested by deputies. 

He is being held on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and criminal possession of a firearm. Doerr was also wanted on a Topeka parole warrant. 

The driver, Shelli Renea Gibbs, 51, of Topeka was arrested by deputies on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and vehicle registration violations.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602967572830.png" alt="Doerr-photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Doerr-photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>BROWN COUNTY —The Brown County Sheriff’s Office and Jackson County deputies and investigators were jointly working to locate a person of interest in a Brown County incident that occurred Thursday night, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.On Friday night, deputies in both counties believed the person of interest may be located near T4 Road near the Shawnee County line in southeastern Jackson County. A Jackson County deputy located a vehicle with a flat tire near T.4 Road on 94th&nbsp;Road in Jackson County that appeared to have a flat tire, according to Morse.Deputies recognized the male passenger as being the Brown County person of interest identified as Phillip A. Doerr, 26, of Horton. Doerr allegedly provided a false name and was subsequently arrested by deputies. He is being held on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and criminal possession of a firearm. Doerr was also wanted on a Topeka parole warrant. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602967604654.png" alt="Gibbs-photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Gibbs-photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>The driver, Shelli Renea Gibbs, 51, of Topeka was arrested by deputies on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and vehicle registration violations.

Sheriff: Wanted Kan. suspect captured after he has flat tire 

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

Just after 12:15 a.m. Friday, police responded to a report of a business burglary to the Relax Inn located, 1224 SW Wanamaker in Topeka, according to&nbsp; LT Kelvin Johnson,

Officers arrived on scene and set up a perimeter. While conducting a search of the business, officers located a subject who was hiding in a storage closet. 

Police arrested Kenneth Swopes, 50 of Topeka, and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of&nbsp;Burglary, Criminal Damage and Theft.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1603057195468.png" alt="Swopes -photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Swopes -photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have a suspect in custody.Just after 12:15 a.m. Friday, police responded to a report of a business burglary to the Relax Inn located, 1224 SW Wanamaker in Topeka, according to&nbsp; LT Kelvin Johnson,Officers arrived on scene and set up a perimeter. While conducting a search of the business, officers located a subject who was hiding in a storage closet. Police arrested Kenneth Swopes, 50 of Topeka, and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of&nbsp;Burglary, Criminal Damage and Theft.

Police find Kan. burglary suspect hiding in closet

KANSAS CITY (AP) — The attorney for a Black Missouri woman whose arrest when she was nine-months pregnant sparked outrage says she's given birth to a girl. Deja Stallings of Kansas City, Missouri, had an emergency  cesarean section late Wednesday. 

Attorney Stacy Shaw said that the newborn is in the neonatal intensive care unit. 

The infant was born two weeks early and had an elevated heart rate. Stallings ended up on the ground with a Kansas City, Missouri, police officer’s knee in her back during the Sept. 30 arrest that was captured on video.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601602944860.png" alt="Image from cell phone video of the arrest courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>Image from cell phone video of the arrest courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — The attorney for a Black Missouri woman whose arrest when she was nine-months pregnant sparked outrage says she's given birth to a girl. Deja Stallings of Kansas City, Missouri, had an emergency cesarean section late Wednesday. Attorney Stacy Shaw said that the newborn is in the neonatal intensive care unit. The infant was born two weeks early and had an elevated heart rate. Stallings ended up on the ground with a Kansas City, Missouri, police officer’s knee in her back during the Sept. 30 arrest that was captured on video.

Woman whose KC arrest sparked outrage gives birth

SEDGWICK COUNTY — A Kansas man accused in the fatal shooting of his brother made a first court appearance Thursday.

Thomas Harris, 61, Wichita, was charged with 2nd&nbsp;degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney. He’s being held on a bond of $200,000.

Just after 1p.m. Oct. 12, police responded to a shooting call at apartments in the 2700 block of South St. Francis in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

The victim identified as 68-year-old Troy Harris reportedly walked down the stairs of the apartment complex and called 911 to report he had been shot.

EMS found him in the complex parking lot and transported him to a nearby hospital with life threatening injuries and he later died, according to Davidson.&nbsp;

Investigators learned that Thomas Harris was inside his apartment and his brother Troy was there.&nbsp; There was a dispute between them, according to Davidson. During the argument, Thomas fired multiple shots at his brother and then fled the apartment complex.

Police located and arrested him Monday night, according to Davidson. He recently moved to Wichita and has a previous felony conviction.

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting.

Just after 1p.m. Monday, police responded to a shooting call at apartments in the 2700 block of South St. Francis in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

The victim, a man in his late 60s reportedly walked down the stairs of the apartment complex and called 911 to report he had been shot.

EMS transported him to a nearby hospital with life threatening injuries where he later died, according to Davidson.&nbsp;It is not believed to be a random incident.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602602777451.png" alt="Harris-photo Sedgwick County." />
 <figcaption>Harris-photo Sedgwick County.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — A Kansas man accused in the fatal shooting of his brother made a first court appearance Thursday.Thomas Harris, 61, Wichita, was charged with 2nd&nbsp;degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney. He’s being held on a bond of $200,000.Just after 1p.m. Oct. 12, police responded to a shooting call at apartments in the 2700 block of South St. Francis in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.The victim identified as 68-year-old Troy Harris reportedly walked down the stairs of the apartment complex and called 911 to report he had been shot.EMS found him in the complex parking lot and transported him to a nearby hospital with life threatening injuries and he later died, according to Davidson.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602543491190.png" alt="Police a the scene of the fatal shooting investigation Monday -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police a the scene of the fatal shooting investigation Monday -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>Investigators learned that Thomas Harris was inside his apartment and his brother Troy was there.&nbsp; There was a dispute between them, according to Davidson. During the argument, Thomas fired multiple shots at his brother and then fled the apartment complex.Police located and arrested him Monday night, according to Davidson. He recently moved to Wichita and has a previous felony conviction.---------SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting.Just after 1p.m. Monday, police responded to a shooting call at apartments in the 2700 block of South St. Francis in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.The victim, a man in his late 60s reportedly walked down the stairs of the apartment complex and called 911 to report he had been shot.EMS transported him to a nearby hospital with life threatening injuries where he later died, according to Davidson.&nbsp;It is not believed to be a random incident.&nbsp;

Kansas man charged with murder of his brother 

RICE COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Lyons Police Department identified the officer shot Friday afternoon outside of a Lyons residence.

RICE COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) responded to investigate an officer-involved shooting that critically injured a Lyons police officer.

When the first responding officer arrived at 1 Arrowhead Dr. in Lyons, Kan., he was shot by 40-year-old Adam Hrabik, who lived at the residence. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602896609117.png" alt="Law enforcement on the scene in Lyons Friday afternoon -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Law enforcement on the scene in Lyons Friday afternoon -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>RICE COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Lyons Police Department identified the officer shot Friday afternoon outside of a Lyons residence.Officer Cory Ryan, 36, of Lyons, was shot multiple times when responding to a 911 call from a citizen who reported being threatened with a gun. Ryan joined the Lyons Police Department in 2012. He is currently being treated at a Wichita hospital, where he is improving. Ryan is in critical, but stable condition, according to a media release from the KBI.Lyons Police Chief Justin Holliday also sustained minor injuries when removing the 56-year-old Lyons man from the shooting scene. Holliday was treated at a local hospital and is now recovering at home.The 56-year-old injured man is now in good condition, and could be released from the hospital as early as today.Adam Hrabik, 40, was arrested related to the incident, and is being held at the Reno County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center. He has not yet been formally charged.A fund has been set up to cover the expenses of Officer Cory Ryan and his family at the Lyons Federal Bank,&nbsp;200 E. Ave. S., Lyons, KS 67554. Donations will also be taken at the First Bank-Sterling,&nbsp;128 S. Broadway Ave., Sterling, KS 67579, or the Lyons Police Department&nbsp;303 E. Main St., Lyons, KS 67554.----------RICE COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) responded to investigate an officer-involved shooting that critically injured a Lyons police officer.Preliminary information indicates that officers from the Lyons Police Department received a 911 call at approximately 3:40 p.m. from a man who was being threatened with a gun, according to a media release.When the first responding officer arrived at 1 Arrowhead Dr. in Lyons, Kan., he was shot by 40-year-old Adam Hrabik, who lived at the residence. Two nearby citizens who saw the shooting helped coax the officer away from the scene. They then drove him to a local hospital in their private vehicle. The officer was then transported to a Wichita hospital where he is currently in critical condition.When additional officers and deputies arrived on scene, they discovered a 56-year-old Lyons man outside who had also been shot. They removed the man from the scene. He was taken to a local hospital and then transported to a Wichita hospital. He is currently in serious condition.&nbsp;Numerous law enforcement agencies responded to Lyons to assist. Hrabik retreated into the residence and a standoff ensued. At approximately 7:10 p.m., the Kansas Highway Patrol’s Special Response Team negotiated him out of the residence, and the Hutchinson and Reno County Emergency Response Team took Hrabik into custody.Hrabik was turned over to KBI agents for questioning. The investigation is ongoing.------RICE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are on the scene of an officer-involved shooting in Rice County.On Friday afternoon, agents from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation responded to the incident, according to KBI spokesperson Melissa Underwood.Few details were released late Friday afternoon. Check the Post for additional details as they become available.

Update: KBI IDs police officer shot in Lyons

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a case of alleged criminal threat made toward the mayor of Wichita.

On Friday, police&nbsp;were alerted to threatening statements directed toward city of Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple, according to officer Kevin Wheeler.

Officers immediately began investigating the threatening statements and arrested&nbsp;59-year-old Meredith Dowty of Wichita on a requested charge of criminal threat.

The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office. Wheeler released no additional details late Friday.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602897809399.png" alt="Meredith Dowty photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Meredith Dowty photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A retired firefighter who was upset with the city’s mask ordinance has been arrested on suspicion of threatening to kidnap and kill Wichita’s mayor.&nbsp;Meredith Dowty, 59, Wichita, could face a charge of criminal threat.Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple said he had been read text messages received by another city official that asked about the mayor’s address and threatened his life. <div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In response to today&#39;s story concerning a threat I received: Violence is never a way to settle disagreements. We&#39;re always stronger together as a City even when times are at their toughest. Tensions maybe high, but we will get through this together as Wichitans. 1/2&mdash; Dr. Brandon Whipple (@BWhippleKS) <a href="https://twitter.com/BWhippleKS/status/1317261830641897472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 17, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The mayor says the suspect talked about tyranny in the messages and was upset about the mask mandates and not being able to see his mother because of COVID-19 restrictions on elderly homes.SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a case of alleged criminal threat made toward the mayor of Wichita.On Friday, police&nbsp;were alerted to threatening statements directed toward city of Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple, according to officer Kevin Wheeler.Officers immediately began investigating the threatening statements and arrested&nbsp;59-year-old Meredith Dowty of Wichita on a requested charge of criminal threat.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In response to today&#39;s story concerning a threat I received: Violence is never a way to settle disagreements. We&#39;re always stronger together as a City even when times are at their toughest. Tensions maybe high, but we will get through this together as Wichitans. 1/2&mdash; Dr. Brandon Whipple (@BWhippleKS) <a href="https://twitter.com/BWhippleKS/status/1317261830641897472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 17, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office. Wheeler released no additional details late Friday.

Police: Man threatens Wichita mayor over mask mandate

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

Just before 11p.m. Wednesday, A sheriff’s deputy stopped a vehicle near 150th&nbsp;and U.S. 75 Highway Wednesday for a traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

Deputies arrested the driver identified as Lonnie Gene Banks Jr., 58, Topeka, and booked him into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, trafficking contraband into a correctional facility, possession of drug paraphernalia and transporting an open container, according to Morse.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602771922616.png" alt="Banks-photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Banks-photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after an arrest.Just before 11p.m. Wednesday, A sheriff’s deputy stopped a vehicle near 150th&nbsp;and U.S. 75 Highway Wednesday for a traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.Deputies arrested the driver identified as Lonnie Gene Banks Jr., 58, Topeka, and booked him into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, trafficking contraband into a correctional facility, possession of drug paraphernalia and transporting an open container, according to Morse.

Sheriff: Deputies catch Kan. felon transporting drugs

KANSAS CITY (AP) — Civil rights groups filed a federal lawsuit Thursday on behalf of a protester who was arrested and allegedly banned by police in Kansas City from participating in future protests or returning to the popular dining and shopping district where the protests were held.

The ACLU of Missouri and MacArthur Justice Center sued Kansas City, Missouri, police commissioners challenging what they call an unconstitutional verbal banishment order.

The lawsuit stems from a June 1 protest against police brutality and racial injustice at the Country Club Plaza during which Theresa Taylor and about 100 others were arrested. The lawsuit contends that when she was released on bail, police told her that if she returned to the Plaza she would be arrested and held without bail.

Police spokesman Jake Becchina declined to comment on the litigation.

“Kansas City Police’s order banishing Ms. Taylor from that area — for any purpose — is clearly unconstitutional," Amy Breihan, co-director at MacArthur Justice Center, said in a news release. "And it also demonstrates law enforcement’s power to silence dissenting voices including and especially when those voices are raised in objection to police violence.”

A municipal charge alleging Taylor failed to comply with a police order to disperse was dismissed.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1590977417965.png" alt="June protests near the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City photo courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>June protests near the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City photo courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — Civil rights groups filed a federal lawsuit Thursday on behalf of a protester who was arrested and allegedly banned by police in Kansas City from participating in future protests or returning to the popular dining and shopping district where the protests were held.The ACLU of Missouri and MacArthur Justice Center sued Kansas City, Missouri, police commissioners challenging what they call an unconstitutional verbal banishment order.The lawsuit stems from a June 1 protest against police brutality and racial injustice at the Country Club Plaza during which Theresa Taylor and about 100 others were arrested. The lawsuit contends that when she was released on bail, police told her that if she returned to the Plaza she would be arrested and held without bail.Police spokesman Jake Becchina declined to comment on the litigation.“Kansas City Police’s order banishing Ms. Taylor from that area — for any purpose — is clearly unconstitutional," Amy Breihan, co-director at MacArthur Justice Center, said in a news release. "And it also demonstrates law enforcement’s power to silence dissenting voices including and especially when those voices are raised in objection to police violence.”A municipal charge alleging Taylor failed to comply with a police order to disperse was dismissed.

Lawsuit alleges police order banished KC protester

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting over an online dispute that sent a girl to the hospital.

Just after 6 p.m. Wednesday, police responded to a drive-by shooting in the 2500 block of East 18th Street in Wichita, according to Officer Kevin Wheeler.

 Upon arrival, officers located shell casings and heard a disturbance nearby in the 1800 block of North Green. Officers responded there and contacted multiple individuals.

The investigation revealed a physical disturbance occurred between the multiple individuals on 18th street. During the disturbance, a suspect fired a shot into the air. Another suspect identified as&nbsp; 26-year-old Charles Henderson II of Wichita fired shots into a white Pontiac G6, striking and injuring a 15-year-old girl in the car, according to Wheeler.

EMS transported the girl&nbsp;to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries. 

After individuals fled the scene on 18th street, they began to gather again on Green, where another disturbance began before police arrived. Police contacted Henderson there and&nbsp; arrested him without further incident.

He is being held on requested charges of aggravated battery, aggravated assault, criminal discharge of a firearm into an occupied vehicle, and an outstanding warrant, according to Wheeler.

The shooting was not a random incident and involved an online dispute between individuals known to each other.

The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602778180910.png" alt="Henderson photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Henderson photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting over an online dispute that sent a girl to the hospital.Just after 6 p.m. Wednesday, police responded to a drive-by shooting in the 2500 block of East 18th Street in Wichita, according to Officer Kevin Wheeler. Upon arrival, officers located shell casings and heard a disturbance nearby in the 1800 block of North Green. Officers responded there and contacted multiple individuals.The investigation revealed a physical disturbance occurred between the multiple individuals on 18th street. During the disturbance, a suspect fired a shot into the air. Another suspect identified as&nbsp; 26-year-old Charles Henderson II of Wichita fired shots into a white Pontiac G6, striking and injuring a 15-year-old girl in the car, according to Wheeler.EMS transported the girl&nbsp;to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries. After individuals fled the scene on 18th street, they began to gather again on Green, where another disturbance began before police arrived. Police contacted Henderson there and&nbsp; arrested him without further incident.He is being held on requested charges of aggravated battery, aggravated assault, criminal discharge of a firearm into an occupied vehicle, and an outstanding warrant, according to Wheeler.The shooting was not a random incident and involved an online dispute between individuals known to each other.The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office

Police: Kansas girl shot after alleged online dispute

JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on drug charges after a&nbsp;

Just before 1 a.m. Tuesday, a sheriff’s deputy stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction near 150th and Q Road, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

Deputies arrested the passenger of the vehicle, Alexa Lea Cox, 24, of Topeka on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine and marijuana. 

They also arrested the driver identified as Gaddy Lee Bartlow, 32, of Topeka on requested charges of possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Bartlow also had two outstanding warrants from Wabaunsee and Shawnee counties, according to Morse.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602691826423.png" alt="Cox-photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Cox-photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on drug charges after a&nbsp;Just before 1 a.m. Tuesday, a sheriff’s deputy stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction near 150th and Q Road, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.Deputies arrested the passenger of the vehicle, Alexa Lea Cox, 24, of Topeka on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine and marijuana. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602691867832.png" alt="Bartlow-photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Bartlow-photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>They also arrested the driver identified as Gaddy Lee Bartlow, 32, of Topeka on requested charges of possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Bartlow also had two outstanding warrants from Wabaunsee and Shawnee counties, according to Morse.

Sheriff: 2 accused of pot, meth possession

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

Shortly before midnight on October 10, a deputy sheriff stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction near 150th&nbsp;and U.S. Highway 75, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.&nbsp;

Following an investigation, deputies arrested the driver of the vehicle later identified as Hunter Clayton Williams, 22, of Manhattan on requested charges possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, no drug tax stamp. He was also accused of trafficking contraband into a correctional facility, according to Morse. 

Deputies also arrested a passenger, Dakota Dawn Wood, 29, of Manhattan, on requested charges for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and no drug tax stamp. 

A second passenger, Nickolas LaPlant, 42, of Manhattan was arrested on a Shawnee County felony warrant for narcotics.

All three remain in custody, according to online jail records.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602686119560.png" alt="Wood photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Wood photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating three suspects on drug charges after a traffic stop.Shortly before midnight on October 10, a deputy sheriff stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction near 150th&nbsp;and U.S. Highway 75, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.&nbsp;Following an investigation, deputies arrested the driver of the vehicle later identified as Hunter Clayton Williams, 22, of Manhattan on requested charges possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, no drug tax stamp. He was also accused of trafficking contraband into a correctional facility, according to Morse. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602686214073.png" alt="Williams-photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Williams-photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Deputies also arrested a passenger, Dakota Dawn Wood, 29, of Manhattan, on requested charges for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and no drug tax stamp. A second passenger, Nickolas LaPlant, 42, of Manhattan was arrested on a Shawnee County felony warrant for narcotics.All three remain in custody, according to online jail records.

Sheriff: 2 from Manhattan jailed on drug allegations

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting and have arrested 61-year-old Thomas Harris.

Police located and arrested him Monday night. Harris is being held on requested charges of 2nd degree murder and possession a firearm by a felon, according to Davidson.&nbsp; Harris, who had only been in Wichita a short time has previous felony convictions, according to Davidson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602602777451.png" alt="Harris-photo Sedgwick County." />
 <figcaption>Harris-photo Sedgwick County.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting and have arrested 61-year-old Thomas Harris.Just after 1p.m. Monday, police responded to a shooting call at apartments in the 2700 block of South St. Francis in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.The victim identified as 68-year-old Troy Harris reportedly walked down the stairs of the apartment complex and called 911 to report he had been shot.EMS found him in the complex parking lot and transported him to a nearby hospital with life threatening injuries and he later died, according to Davidson.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602543491190.png" alt="Police a the scene of the fatal shooting investigation Monday -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police a the scene of the fatal shooting investigation Monday -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>Investigators learned that Thomas Harris was inside his apartment and his brother Troy was there.&nbsp; There was a dispute between them, according to Davidson. During the argument, Thomas fired multiple shots at his brother and then fled the apartment complex.Police located and arrested him Monday night. Harris is being held on requested charges of 2nd degree murder and possession a firearm by a felon, according to Davidson.&nbsp; Harris, who had only been in Wichita a short time has previous felony convictions, according to Davidson.---------SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting.Just after 1p.m. Monday, police responded to a shooting call at apartments in the 2700 block of South St. Francis in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.The victim, a man in his late 60s reportedly walked down the stairs of the apartment complex and called 911 to report he had been shot.EMS transported him to a nearby hospital with life threatening injuries where he later died, according to Davidson.&nbsp;It is not believed to be a random incident.&nbsp;

Police: Kan. man fatally shot brother during argument 

HUTCHINSON— Interim Health Officer Karen Hammersmith announced Tuesday that she would be putting through a health order to limit mass gatherings to 100 people, with an exception for businesses that employ more than 100 people and outdoor events where social distancing can be maintained.

Reno County commission chair Ron Sellers implored the community again to wear masks, wash hands and practice social distancing, as did Commissioner Ron Hirst.

"We're not going to arrest you for not masking," Sellers said. "Don't you just do some things for the good of others? Don't I have a community obligation to do the right thing to help others? That's what we heard from the superintendents is, help the kids stay in school. How hard is it to help to control the spread? I just think that we can do a little bit more and help this percentage that we've got reverse itself."

[Pursuant to K.S.A. 65-119 and K.S.A. 65-202]

This Emergency Public Health Order is effective the 14th day of October, 2020, at 12:01 A.M. to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus disease COVID 19 pandemic in Reno County, Kansas pursuant to the authority of K.S.A. 65-119 and K.S.A. 65-202 and other applicable laws and regulations.

WHEREAS, the local Health Officer is authorized and required, pursuant to K.S.A. 65-119 and K.S.A. 65-202 to immediately exercise and maintain supervision over known or suspected cases of any infectious or contagious disease during its continuance, and to issue orders seeing that all such cases are properly handled and that the provisions of the Kansas public health laws as to isolation, quarantine and disinfection are duly enforced; and

WHEREAS, the local Health Officer is appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and is authorized to prohibit public gatherings when necessary for the control of any and all infectious diseases, pursuant to K.S.A 65-119; and

WHEREAS, on May 26, 2020, the Governor of the State of Kansas declared a STATE OF DISASTER PROCLAMATION in order “to protect Kansas from the economic consequences of COVID-19 and the imminent threat of future outbreaks” and issued Executive Order 20-52 on

July 2, 2020, a statewide Order pertaining to the wearing of masks or other face coverings, which Proclamation and Order have been extended and remain in effect; and

WHEREAS, as of October 12, 2020 there have occurred in Reno County seven (7) confirmed deaths from COVID-19, 1446 positive cases, 321 current active positive cases, 58 total COVID-19 admissions to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center and 29 total admissions to its Intensive Care Unit; and

WHEREAS, in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Reno County Local Health Officer, all recommend implementation of community mitigation strategies to increase containment of the virus, including restricting large gatherings and social distancing in smaller gatherings; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED by the Interim Local Health Officer, pursuant to the above authorities, that:

1. Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14th, 2020 all public or private mass gatherings as defined below, are prohibited within the border of Reno County.

a. The phrase “mass gathering” as used in this order means any planned or spontaneous, indoor and outdoor, public or private event or convening that will bring together or is likely to bring together 100 or more people in a confined or enclosed space at the same time.

b. This prohibition includes, but is not limited to, mass gatherings at auditoriums, theaters, movie theaters, museums, arenas, conference rooms, meeting halls, exhibition centers, taverns, health and fitness centers, recreation centers, and licensed pools.

2. The following activities or facilities are exempt from the prohibition of this order:

HUTCHINSON— Interim Health Officer Karen Hammersmith announced Tuesday that she would be putting through a health order to limit mass gatherings to 100 people, with an exception for businesses that employ more than 100 people and outdoor events where social distancing can be maintained.Reno County commission chair Ron Sellers implored the community again to wear masks, wash hands and practice social distancing, as did Commissioner Ron Hirst."We're not going to arrest you for not masking," Sellers said. "Don't you just do some things for the good of others? Don't I have a community obligation to do the right thing to help others? That's what we heard from the superintendents is, help the kids stay in school. How hard is it to help to control the spread? I just think that we can do a little bit more and help this percentage that we've got reverse itself."Below is the text of the Order...HEALTH ORDER #20-03[Pursuant to K.S.A. 65-119 and K.S.A. 65-202]This Emergency Public Health Order is effective the 14th day of October, 2020, at 12:01 A.M. to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus disease COVID 19 pandemic in Reno County, Kansas pursuant to the authority of K.S.A. 65-119 and K.S.A. 65-202 and other applicable laws and regulations.WHEREAS, the local Health Officer is authorized and required, pursuant to K.S.A. 65-119 and K.S.A. 65-202 to immediately exercise and maintain supervision over known or suspected cases of any infectious or contagious disease during its continuance, and to issue orders seeing that all such cases are properly handled and that the provisions of the Kansas public health laws as to isolation, quarantine and disinfection are duly enforced; andWHEREAS, the local Health Officer is appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and is authorized to prohibit public gatherings when necessary for the control of any and all infectious diseases, pursuant to K.S.A 65-119; andWHEREAS, on May 26, 2020, the Governor of the State of Kansas declared a STATE OF DISASTER PROCLAMATION in order “to protect Kansas from the economic consequences of COVID-19 and the imminent threat of future outbreaks” and issued Executive Order 20-52 onJuly 2, 2020, a statewide Order pertaining to the wearing of masks or other face coverings, which Proclamation and Order have been extended and remain in effect; andWHEREAS, as of October 12, 2020 there have occurred in Reno County seven (7) confirmed deaths from COVID-19, 1446 positive cases, 321 current active positive cases, 58 total COVID-19 admissions to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center and 29 total admissions to its Intensive Care Unit; andWHEREAS, in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Reno County Local Health Officer, all recommend implementation of community mitigation strategies to increase containment of the virus, including restricting large gatherings and social distancing in smaller gatherings; andNOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED by the Interim Local Health Officer, pursuant to the above authorities, that:1. Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14th, 2020 all public or private mass gatherings as defined below, are prohibited within the border of Reno County.a. The phrase “mass gathering” as used in this order means any planned or spontaneous, indoor and outdoor, public or private event or convening that will bring together or is likely to bring together 100 or more people in a confined or enclosed space at the same time.b. This prohibition includes, but is not limited to, mass gatherings at auditoriums, theaters, movie theaters, museums, arenas, conference rooms, meeting halls, exhibition centers, taverns, health and fitness centers, recreation centers, and licensed pools.2. The following activities or facilities are exempt from the prohibition of this order:a. Operations of the United States Government;i. Military and National Guard facilitiesii. Department of Correctionsiti. Law Enforcementiv. Polling Placesb. Religious gatherings, as long as attendees engage in appropriate social distancing;c. Public, private, or charter schools for instructional purposes;d. Any facility being used as part of a government or community response to a natural disaster;e. Public buildings where large numbers of people are present but are generally not within 6 ft. of one another for more than 10 minutes;f. Public and private businesses that employ more than 100 people; provided, reasonable efforts must be made to social distance by 6 feet in work and break areas.g. Hospitals and medical facilities;i. Long Term Care facilitiesii. Assisted Livingh. Shopping malls and other retail establishments where large numbers of people are present but are generally not within 6 ft. of one another for more than 10 minutes;i. Arenas where large numbers of people are present but are generally not within 6 ft. of one another for more than 10 minutes, and are able to maintain social distancing when seated by more than 6 ft. when not seated with their family units;j. Outdoor stadiums where large numbers of people are present but are generally not within 6 feet of one another for more than 10 minutes and are able to social distance when seated by more than 6 ft. when not seated with their family units.3. Businesses are encouraged to comply with the Governor’s mask and face covering mandate.This Order shall become effective as of 12:01 A.M. on October 14, 2020 and shall remain in effect until amended or rescinded. This Order may be modified as circumstances dictate.