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.

<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 —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. 

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.

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.

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 <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.

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;

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.

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 —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:

a. Operations of the United States Government;

i. Military and National Guard facilities

b. 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.

h. 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.

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.

New public-health order limits mass gatherings in Reno Co.

SAN DIEGO&nbsp;– U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Otay Mesa commercial facility have seized more than 3,100 pounds of methamphetamine, fentanyl powder, fentanyl pills and heroin as part of the second largest methamphetamine bust along the southwest border in the history of the agency, based on information developed by Drug Enforcement Administration, working jointly with Homeland Security, according to a media release.

“Smugglers will try every way possible to try and get their product across the border and because of the partnership between CBP, Homeland Security investigations and DEA this significant seizure occurred and we stopped them,” said Anne Maricich, acting CBP director of field operations in San Diego.&nbsp;“I’m proud of the CBP officers’ dedication to our mission; they continue to stop dangerous drugs from entering our communities.” On Oct. 9, at about 9:45 a.m., a driver arrived at the cargo border crossing with a tractor-trailer shipment that was manifested as medical supplies.&nbsp; The officer decided to refer the driver, truck, and shipment for a more intensive inspection.&nbsp; CBP officers screened the truck using the port’s imaging system, similar to an x-ray, and found anomalies with the rear of the trailer. The conveyance was sent to the dock and a canine alerted to the boxes inside the trailer.&nbsp; Officers offloaded the shipment and discovered 1,816 packages co-mingled with the medical supplies that primarily contained clear plastic pipette tips, spray bottles of surface decontaminate and calibrated pipette tools (used for sampling and dispensing liquid). CBP officers later extracted approximately 3,014 pounds of methamphetamine, 64 pounds of heroin, 29 pounds of fentanyl powder, and almost 37 pounds of fentanyl pills, worth an estimated $7.2 million.&nbsp; CBP officers seized the narcotics and conveyance.

“This massive seizure is testament of what law enforcement agencies can do when we combine forces – prevent over $7 million worth of deadly drugs from entering our country; thus saving countless lives from addiction and overdose deaths,” said DEA Special Agent in Charge John W. Callery. “DEA cherishes our great law enforcement partners in San Diego, especially those who work tirelessly to protect our nation’s borders.&nbsp; We will continue to work together to disrupt drug trafficking organizations at every opportunity we are given.”&nbsp; The driver, a 47–year-old male Mexican citizen, was arrested and turned over the custody of the joint investigative team from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations and the Drug Enforcement Administration; he will face criminal charges. “This significant seizure is a prime example of how a successful partnership between HSI, CBP, and DEA results in the disruption of transnational criminal organizations while protecting our country from dangerous illicit drugs,” said Juan Munoz, acting Special Agent in Charge of HSI in San Diego. “We will continue to work tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/u392/10112020%2021002%20--%20Truck%20and%20Concealment.JPG" alt="photo courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Patrol" />
 <figcaption>photo courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Patrol</figcaption>
 </figure>SAN DIEGO&nbsp;– U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Otay Mesa commercial facility have seized more than 3,100 pounds of methamphetamine, fentanyl powder, fentanyl pills and heroin as part of the second largest methamphetamine bust along the southwest border in the history of the agency, based on information developed by Drug Enforcement Administration, working jointly with Homeland Security, according to a media release. “Smugglers will try every way possible to try and get their product across the border and because of the partnership between CBP, Homeland Security investigations and DEA this significant seizure occurred and we stopped them,” said Anne Maricich, acting CBP director of field operations in San Diego.&nbsp;“I’m proud of the CBP officers’ dedication to our mission; they continue to stop dangerous drugs from entering our communities.” On Oct. 9, at about 9:45 a.m., a driver arrived at the cargo border crossing with a tractor-trailer shipment that was manifested as medical supplies.&nbsp; The officer decided to refer the driver, truck, and shipment for a more intensive inspection.&nbsp; CBP officers screened the truck using the port’s imaging system, similar to an x-ray, and found anomalies with the rear of the trailer. The conveyance was sent to the dock and a canine alerted to the boxes inside the trailer.&nbsp; Officers offloaded the shipment and discovered 1,816 packages co-mingled with the medical supplies that primarily contained clear plastic pipette tips, spray bottles of surface decontaminate and calibrated pipette tools (used for sampling and dispensing liquid). CBP officers later extracted approximately 3,014 pounds of methamphetamine, 64 pounds of heroin, 29 pounds of fentanyl powder, and almost 37 pounds of fentanyl pills, worth an estimated $7.2 million.&nbsp; CBP officers seized the narcotics and conveyance. <figure>
 <img src="https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/u392/101120%2021002%20--%20Packages%20in%20boxes%20Concealment.JPG" alt="Photo courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Patrol" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Patrol</figcaption>
 </figure>“This massive seizure is testament of what law enforcement agencies can do when we combine forces – prevent over $7 million worth of deadly drugs from entering our country; thus saving countless lives from addiction and overdose deaths,” said DEA Special Agent in Charge John W. Callery. “DEA cherishes our great law enforcement partners in San Diego, especially those who work tirelessly to protect our nation’s borders.&nbsp; We will continue to work together to disrupt drug trafficking organizations at every opportunity we are given.”&nbsp; The driver, a 47–year-old male Mexican citizen, was arrested and turned over the custody of the joint investigative team from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations and the Drug Enforcement Administration; he will face criminal charges. “This significant seizure is a prime example of how a successful partnership between HSI, CBP, and DEA results in the disruption of transnational criminal organizations while protecting our country from dangerous illicit drugs,” said Juan Munoz, acting Special Agent in Charge of HSI in San Diego. “We will continue to work tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice.”

U.S. border agents make 2nd-largest meth bust ever

TOPEKA —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a domestic disturbance and have arrested a suspect identified as Jahiem Brown.

Just after 2p.m. Saturday, police responded to report of a domestic disturbance in a 4-door passenger car in 1900 Block of SE California in Topeka, according to Lt. Edward Stanley.

Upon arrival officers learned that a man later identified as 19-year-old Jahiem Brown,&nbsp; a woman and two children who were traveling in the car. At one point, Brown and woman were involved in verbal altercation, according to Lt. Stanley.

Brown exited the vehicle and fired a gun at it before fleeing on foot. Police later observed Brown running in the area of 20th and SE Iowa Avenue. 

With the assistance of Shawnee County sheriff's deputies and the Kansas Highway Patrol, officers established a perimeter and were able to take the Brown into custody, according to Stanley. He is being held on requested charges of&nbsp;Aggravated Endangering A Child; Reckless Situation,&nbsp;Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon,&nbsp;Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied vehicle,&nbsp;Interference with LEO, felony,&nbsp;Display/possess fictitious/revoked/suspended driver's license and numerous driving violations, according to the Shawnee County booking report.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602431212540.png" alt="Jahiem Brown-photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Jahiem Brown-photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a domestic disturbance and have arrested a suspect identified as Jahiem Brown.Just after 2p.m. Saturday, police responded to report of a domestic disturbance in a 4-door passenger car in 1900 Block of SE California in Topeka, according to Lt. Edward Stanley.Upon arrival officers learned that a man later identified as 19-year-old Jahiem Brown,&nbsp; a woman and two children who were traveling in the car. At one point, Brown and woman were involved in verbal altercation, according to Lt. Stanley.Brown exited the vehicle and fired a gun at it before fleeing on foot. Police later observed Brown running in the area of 20th and SE Iowa Avenue. With the assistance of Shawnee County sheriff's deputies and the Kansas Highway Patrol, officers established a perimeter and were able to take the Brown into custody, according to Stanley. He is being held on requested charges of&nbsp;Aggravated Endangering A Child; Reckless Situation,&nbsp;Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon,&nbsp;Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied vehicle,&nbsp;Interference with LEO, felony,&nbsp;Display/possess fictitious/revoked/suspended driver's license and numerous driving violations, according to the Shawnee County booking report.Police released no additional details.

Kan. man fires gun at car with 2 children after dispute

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a drive-by shooting in Manhattan.

Just before 8:30a.m. Sunday, police responded to the&nbsp; intersection of 10th Street and Pottawatomie Court in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Four victims including a 17-year-old girl, a 38-year-old woman, a 21-year-old man and a 22-year-old man reported an unknown suspect fired a weapon in their direction.

Police have not reported any injuries or an arrest.

 Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.00.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602513863153.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy WIBW-TV" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy WIBW-TV</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a drive-by shooting in Manhattan.Just before 8:30a.m. Sunday, police responded to the&nbsp; intersection of 10th Street and Pottawatomie Court in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.Four victims including a 17-year-old girl, a 38-year-old woman, a 21-year-old man and a 22-year-old man reported an unknown suspect fired a weapon in their direction.Police have not reported any injuries or an arrest. Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.00.

RCPD: Suspect shot at car in Manhattan

HARPER COUNTY — A man wanted for murder in Louisiana remains jailed in Kansas following his arrest in rural Barber County.

Douglas Thomas, 41, is a suspect in the October 4, shooting death of 26-year-old Demarcus Lewis whose body was found in a rural area near Mansfield Louisiana, according DeSoto Parish Sheriff Jayson Richardson.&nbsp;

On the evening of October 5, authorities spotted Lewis at a convenience store in Medicine Lodge, according to the Barber County Attorney's office. When law enforcement arrived, Lewis had left in a 2006 Lexus RX 330.

Numerous law enforcement agencies began a search for Lewis and the vehicle. After several hours, authorities found the vehicle in the 100 Block of West Petit in Medicine Lodge.

On Tuesday morning, Harper County deputies saw Thomas walking on highway near Attica, Kansas and took him in custody without incident, according to Harper County Undersheriff Kenny Hodson.

Thomas is being held on requested charges of second-degree murder, according to Richardson.&nbsp; Authorities have not confirmed when he will return to Louisiana to face charges.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602338015932.png" alt="After an all night manhunt, Louisiana murder suspect Douglas Thomas was arrested&nbsp; in Kansas. -photo Harper Co. Jail" />
 <figcaption>After an all night manhunt, Louisiana murder suspect Douglas Thomas was arrested&nbsp; in Kansas. -photo Harper Co. Jail</figcaption>
 </figure>HARPER COUNTY — A man wanted for murder in Louisiana remains jailed in Kansas following his arrest in rural Barber County.Douglas Thomas, 41, is a suspect in the October 4, shooting death of 26-year-old Demarcus Lewis whose body was found in a rural area near Mansfield Louisiana, according DeSoto Parish Sheriff Jayson Richardson.&nbsp;On the evening of October 5, authorities spotted Lewis at a convenience store in Medicine Lodge, according to the Barber County Attorney's office. When law enforcement arrived, Lewis had left in a 2006 Lexus RX 330.Numerous law enforcement agencies began a search for Lewis and the vehicle. After several hours, authorities found the vehicle in the 100 Block of West Petit in Medicine Lodge.On Tuesday morning, Harper County deputies saw Thomas walking on highway near Attica, Kansas and took him in custody without incident, according to Harper County Undersheriff Kenny Hodson.Thomas is being held on requested charges of second-degree murder, according to Richardson.&nbsp; Authorities have not confirmed when he will return to Louisiana to face charges.

Louisiana murder suspect remains in Kan. jail after manhunt

OSAGE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a violent attack and have a suspect in custody.

On Friday, the Osage County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by a local hospital regarding a patient who was receiving care from a battery that happened in Scranton, Kansas area, according to Sheriff Chris Wells.

 An investigator was dispatched to the hospital to speak to the victim.

Just before noon Friday, a Scranton Police Officer observed the suspect identified as 37-year-old Tommy Lee Marshall driving around the community.

 Scranton Police Officers made contact with Marshall and detained him for investigators.

Sheriff's deputies arrested Marshall and transported to the Osage County Jail. He is being held on requested charges of aggravated battery, criminal damage, criminal restraint, and a Shawnee County Warrant. He is being held on a $750,000 bond, according to Wells.

Formal charges will be submitted to the Osage County Attorney’s Office.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602355357246.png" alt="Marshall-photo Osage Co." />
 <figcaption>Marshall-photo Osage Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>OSAGE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a violent attack and have a suspect in custody.On Friday, the Osage County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by a local hospital regarding a patient who was receiving care from a battery that happened in Scranton, Kansas area, according to Sheriff Chris Wells. An investigator was dispatched to the hospital to speak to the victim.Just before noon Friday, a Scranton Police Officer observed the suspect identified as 37-year-old Tommy Lee Marshall driving around the community. Scranton Police Officers made contact with Marshall and detained him for investigators.Sheriff's deputies arrested Marshall and transported to the Osage County Jail. He is being held on requested charges of aggravated battery, criminal damage, criminal restraint, and a Shawnee County Warrant. He is being held on a $750,000 bond, according to Wells.Formal charges will be submitted to the Osage County Attorney’s Office.

Battery victim's statement at Kan. hospital leads to arrest

KANSAS CITY (AP) — The husband of a man who died after he tried to hang himself in a police holding cell in Kansas City has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners.

Police said Terry “TJ” Farmer was taken to a hospital twice while in police custody on suspicion of drunken driving. He was in a coma until he died on Dec. 31. His death was ruled a suicide.

His husband, Bradley Farmer, alleged in a federal wrongful death lawsuit that officers at the police station in northern Kansas City did not provide proper medical care for Terry Farmer, who they knew was suicidal.

Terry Farmer used a metal telephone cord to try and hang himself while he was in a holding cell. Video surveillance shows he hung on the cord for nearly 12 minutes before detention workers entered the holding cell.

Police spokesman Sgt. Jacob Becchina called Terry Farmer's death a tragedy but said police could not comment on the lawsuit.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602344464046.png" alt="Bradley and TJ Farmer photo courtesy Newcomer White Funeral Chapel" />
 <figcaption>Bradley and TJ Farmer photo courtesy Newcomer White Funeral Chapel</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY (AP) — The husband of a man who died after he tried to hang himself in a police holding cell in Kansas City has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners.Police said Terry “TJ” Farmer was taken to a hospital twice while in police custody on suspicion of drunken driving. He was in a coma until he died on Dec. 31. His death was ruled a suicide.His husband, Bradley Farmer, alleged in a federal wrongful death lawsuit that officers at the police station in northern Kansas City did not provide proper medical care for Terry Farmer, who they knew was suicidal.Terry Farmer used a metal telephone cord to try and hang himself while he was in a holding cell. Video surveillance shows he hung on the cord for nearly 12 minutes before detention workers entered the holding cell.Police spokesman Sgt. Jacob Becchina called Terry Farmer's death a tragedy but said police could not comment on the lawsuit.

Lawsuit filed over man's death after arrest in Kansas City

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

Just before 12:30a.m. Thursday, police responded to a disturbance with a weapon call at a business in the 9400 block of East Harry in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

Upon arrival, officers made contact with a 20-year-old woman who reported meeting with Crawford Anderson, 20, Wichita, at the location. 

During the meeting, Anderson entered her car, pointed a handgun at her, and demanded property.

Anderson took the property and then fled from the vehicle on foot. No one was injured, according to Davidson.

Through the investigation, it was learned the preplanned meeting involved an illegal drug transaction, and Anderson was determined to be involved. Officers located him Thursday afternoon in the 9400 block of East Harry, and he was arrested without incident. He was booked on requested charges of aggravated robbery.

Some of the property taken in the robbery was recovered, according to Davidson.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602244481252.png" alt="Anderson photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Anderson photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a robbery and have made an arrest.Just before 12:30a.m. Thursday, police responded to a disturbance with a weapon call at a business in the 9400 block of East Harry in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.Upon arrival, officers made contact with a 20-year-old woman who reported meeting with Crawford Anderson, 20, Wichita, at the location. During the meeting, Anderson entered her car, pointed a handgun at her, and demanded property.Anderson took the property and then fled from the vehicle on foot. No one was injured, according to Davidson.Through the investigation, it was learned the preplanned meeting involved an illegal drug transaction, and Anderson was determined to be involved. Officers located him Thursday afternoon in the 9400 block of East Harry, and he was arrested without incident. He was booked on requested charges of aggravated robbery.Some of the property taken in the robbery was recovered, according to Davidson.

Police: Kan. man robbed woman during drug deal

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Prosecutors have charged a man in the fatal stabbing of another man last weekend in Kansas City, Kansas, as well as for a police chase the suspect is accused of instigating. 

Gerald Chatman, 40, Kansas City, Kansas, has been charged in Wyandotte County District Court with second-degree murder and fleeing law enforcement charges. 

He is accused of fatally stabbing 45-year-old Thompson Stephenson on Saturday before fleeing. Officers called to the scene found Stephenson in the grass suffering from stab wounds. He was taken to a hospital where he later died. Police say Chatman fled the scene and was arrested after a car chase that involved the Kansas Highway Patrol.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602256654106.png" alt="Chatman" />
 <figcaption>Chatman</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Prosecutors have charged a man in the fatal stabbing of another man last weekend in Kansas City, Kansas, as well as for a police chase the suspect is accused of instigating. Gerald Chatman, 40, Kansas City, Kansas, has been charged in Wyandotte County District Court with second-degree murder and fleeing law enforcement charges. He is accused of fatally stabbing 45-year-old Thompson Stephenson on Saturday before fleeing. Officers called to the scene found Stephenson in the grass suffering from stab wounds. He was taken to a hospital where he later died. Police say Chatman fled the scene and was arrested after a car chase that involved the Kansas Highway Patrol.

Kan. man charged for fatal stabbing after KHP chase

SALINA, Kan. – Law enforcement authorities are invesstigating the officer-involved shooting incident that occurred Friday in Salina.

According to a media release from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, both men who sustained injuries during the shooting were transported by EMS to the Salina Regional Health Center. Kalun Purucker, 29, of Topeka, Kan., died Friday at the hospital.

The other injured subject is a 20-year-old man from Lindsborg,&nbsp; remains hospitalized but is now stable with non-life threatening injuries, according to the KBI.

The KBI will not identify the second suspect unless, or until, he is arrested or charged with a crime related to this incident.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602299685999.png" alt="Investigators on the scene of the shooting Friday photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Investigators on the scene of the shooting Friday photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SALINA, Kan. – Law enforcement authorities are invesstigating the officer-involved shooting incident that occurred Friday in Salina.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602366270558.png" alt="Purucker had previous convictions for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Purucker had previous convictions for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>According to a media release from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, both men who sustained injuries during the shooting were transported by EMS to the Salina Regional Health Center. Kalun Purucker, 29, of Topeka, Kan., died Friday at the hospital.The other injured subject is a 20-year-old man from Lindsborg,&nbsp; remains hospitalized but is now stable with non-life threatening injuries, according to the KBI.The KBI will not identify the second suspect unless, or until, he is arrested or charged with a crime related to this incident.

KBI: 1 suspect in officer-involved shooting in Salina died

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a double homicide in Manhattan and have made an arrest.

Just before 5:30p.m. approximately 5:23 pm, the Riley County Police Department Communications Center received a report of shots fired in the 700 block of Allison Avenue in Manhattan, according to police spokesperson Rachel Pate.

When officers and Riley County EMS arrived on scene, they found two adult male victims with apparent gunshot wounds. Both were pronounced deceased on scene.

The victims were identified as Skylar Havens, 19, and Javon Gray, 23, both of Manhattan, and they were known to the suspect.

Further investigation led to the arrest of Montrell Vassar, 19, of Manhattan on requested charges of second-degree murder., according to Pate. Vassar is confined in the Riley County Jail on a $500,000.00 bond. No other arrests are anticipated, according to Pate.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602330088594.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation in Manhattan -photo courtesy WIBW TV" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation in Manhattan -photo courtesy WIBW TV</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a double homicide in Manhattan and have made an arrest.Just before 5:30p.m. approximately 5:23 pm, the Riley County Police Department Communications Center received a report of shots fired in the 700 block of Allison Avenue in Manhattan, according to police spokesperson Rachel Pate.When officers and Riley County EMS arrived on scene, they found two adult male victims with apparent gunshot wounds. Both were pronounced deceased on scene.The victims were identified as Skylar Havens, 19, and Javon Gray, 23, both of Manhattan, and they were known to the suspect.Further investigation led to the arrest of Montrell Vassar, 19, of Manhattan on requested charges of second-degree murder., according to Pate. Vassar is confined in the Riley County Jail on a $500,000.00 bond. No other arrests are anticipated, according to Pate.

RCPD: 19-year-old arrested for double homicide 

SALINA– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), and the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) were involved in a shooting following a car stop Friday in Salina.

KBI agents were attempting to locate a male subject who was believed connected to a KBI case, and who had arrest warrants. They requested help from KHP troopers to locate the subject.&nbsp;

The man was observed getting into a vehicle that then left the area. Just before 4p.m., KBI agents and a KHP trooper initiated a car stop near Choctaw and Cherokee in Salina. The driver stopped, and as they approached the car, the law enforcement officers took gunfire from occupants in the vehicle. Two KBI agents and a KHP trooper returned gunfire hitting two male subjects.

Life saving measures were attempted at the scene. Both subjects were transported to area hospitals with critical injuries. No agents or troopers were injured in the incident.

The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office was asked to investigate this incident.&nbsp;

As is standard practice, and in accordance with Kansas Highway Patrol policy, the trooper involved will be placed on administrative leave while this case is being investigated by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. Also, per KBI policy, the agents will be placed on administrative leave.

SALINA —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Salina.

Just after 4p.m. Friday,&nbsp;KBI agents were conducting an operation near the intersection &nbsp;of Cherokee and Choctaw in Salina and were involved in a shooting with two suspects, according to KBI spokesperson Melissa Underwood.

Both suspects were shot and later taken to the hospital. 

KBI agents were not injured and no other law enforcement officers present were injured, according to Underwood.

Authorities released no additional details.

Just after 4p.m. Friday,&nbsp;KBI agents were conducting an operation in Salina and were involved in a shooting with two suspects, according to KBI spokesperson Melissa Underwood.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602299685999.png" alt="Near the shooting scene photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Near the shooting scene photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SALINA– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), and the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) were involved in a shooting following a car stop Friday in Salina.KBI agents were attempting to locate a male subject who was believed connected to a KBI case, and who had arrest warrants. They requested help from KHP troopers to locate the subject.&nbsp;The man was observed getting into a vehicle that then left the area. Just before 4p.m., KBI agents and a KHP trooper initiated a car stop near Choctaw and Cherokee in Salina. The driver stopped, and as they approached the car, the law enforcement officers took gunfire from occupants in the vehicle. Two KBI agents and a KHP trooper returned gunfire hitting two male subjects.Life saving measures were attempted at the scene. Both subjects were transported to area hospitals with critical injuries. No agents or troopers were injured in the incident.The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office was asked to investigate this incident.&nbsp;As is standard practice, and in accordance with Kansas Highway Patrol policy, the trooper involved will be placed on administrative leave while this case is being investigated by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. Also, per KBI policy, the agents will be placed on administrative leave.--------SALINA —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Salina.Just after 4p.m. Friday,&nbsp;KBI agents were conducting an operation near the intersection &nbsp;of Cherokee and Choctaw in Salina and were involved in a shooting with two suspects, according to KBI spokesperson Melissa Underwood.Both suspects were shot and later taken to the hospital. KBI agents were not injured and no other law enforcement officers present were injured, according to Underwood.Authorities released no additional details.SALINA —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Salina.Just after 4p.m. Friday,&nbsp;KBI agents were conducting an operation in Salina and were involved in a shooting with two suspects, according to KBI spokesperson Melissa Underwood.Both suspects were shot and later taken to the hospital. KBI agents were not injured and no other law enforcement officers present were injured, according to Underwood.Authorities released no additional details.

Update: 2 suspects wounded during KBI investigation in Salina

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman on multiple drug charges after a welfare check on a vehicle.

Just before 4a.m. Thursday,&nbsp; the Shawnee County Emergency Communication Center received a call regarding an individual asleep inside a vehicle at a gas pump in the 3600 block of NW 46th Street in Topeka, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

 Upon arrival, deputies located Kaylee M. Hogue, 30,&nbsp; of Topeka, asleep inside a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. During the investigation, it was determined that Hogue was under the influence, according to Hogue.

Deputies arrested Hogue and booked her into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested&nbsp; charges of possession of methamphetamine and opiate, distribution of a certain depressant, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving under the influence.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602241322739.png" alt="Hogue photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Hogue photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman on multiple drug charges after a welfare check on a vehicle.Just before 4a.m. Thursday,&nbsp; the Shawnee County Emergency Communication Center received a call regarding an individual asleep inside a vehicle at a gas pump in the 3600 block of NW 46th Street in Topeka, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. Upon arrival, deputies located Kaylee M. Hogue, 30,&nbsp; of Topeka, asleep inside a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. During the investigation, it was determined that Hogue was under the influence, according to Hogue.Deputies arrested Hogue and booked her into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested&nbsp; charges of possession of methamphetamine and opiate, distribution of a certain depressant, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving under the influence.

Sheriff: Kan. woman jailed after found asleep at gas pump

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating the 2019 shooting death of a Kansas teen have made an arrest.

Just after 3p.m. November 12, 2019, police were dispatched to the 2400 Block of SE Maryland in Topeka about a possible shooting, according to&nbsp;Lieutenant Jerry Monasmith.

On arrival, officers located the 15-year-old Owen Hughes suffering from life-threatening injuries. He was pronounced deceased by medical personnel on the scene.

On Thursday evening, the Topeka Police Department and Kansas Fugitive Apprehension Task Force arrested Darnell Tyree-Peppers, 23 of Topeka, and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of 1st Degree Murder, Attempted Aggravated Robbery and Aggravated Burglary, according to Monasmith.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602241521699.png" alt="Tyree-Peppers-photo Shawnee County" />
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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating the 2019 shooting death of a Kansas teen have made an arrest.Just after 3p.m. November 12, 2019, police were dispatched to the 2400 Block of SE Maryland in Topeka about a possible shooting, according to&nbsp;Lieutenant Jerry Monasmith.On arrival, officers located the 15-year-old Owen Hughes suffering from life-threatening injuries. He was pronounced deceased by medical personnel on the scene.On Thursday evening, the Topeka Police Department and Kansas Fugitive Apprehension Task Force arrested Darnell Tyree-Peppers, 23 of Topeka, and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of 1st Degree Murder, Attempted Aggravated Robbery and Aggravated Burglary, according to Monasmith.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573826322999.png" alt="Larry Huggins,III&nbsp;" />
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 </figure>Larry Huggins III, 19, remains in custody in connection with the crime. Police arrested him after he showed up at a hospital&nbsp; with a gunshot wound, three hours after Hughes and 21-year-old Reginald McKinney Jr. were fatally shot. Witnesses told police that they saw people running from the area after the shooting.