SEDGWICK COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating a home invasion robbery.

Just after 3:30 a.m. Thursday, police responded to a shooting call at a residence in the 800 block of South Fern in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

Upon arrival, officers located a 59-year-old man with a gunshot wound.&nbsp; He was transported to an area hospital for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation revealed two unknown suspects entered the residence, pointed handguns at the victim and a 20-year-old woman and demanded property.&nbsp; 

The suspect took property and shot 59-year-old, according to Davidson.&nbsp; The woman fled the home before officers arrived, according to Davidson.&nbsp;

SEDGWICK COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating a home invasion robbery.Just after 3:30 a.m. Thursday, police responded to a shooting call at a residence in the 800 block of South Fern in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.Upon arrival, officers located a 59-year-old man with a gunshot wound.&nbsp; He was transported to an area hospital for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries.The investigation revealed two unknown suspects entered the residence, pointed handguns at the victim and a 20-year-old woman and demanded property.&nbsp; The suspect took property and shot 59-year-old, according to Davidson.&nbsp; The woman fled the home before officers arrived, according to Davidson.&nbsp;Police have not reported an arrest.

Suspect shoots Kan. man during home-invasion robbery 

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

Just before 2p.m. Wednesday, a 25-year-old woman reported a suspect identified as Aaron Lewis, 25, Manhattan, kidnapped&nbsp; and injured her, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Officers arrested Lewis connection on requested charges of aggravated kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, violation of protection order, interference with Law enforcement officer, criminal trespass, aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim, and seven counts of failure to appear, according to the report. Lewis is being held on a bond of $63,750.00&nbsp;

He has previous convictions for burglary, criminal threat and domestic battery, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections. He had been out of prison since July of 2019.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1584617115485.png" alt="Aaron Lewis -photo Kansas Dept. of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Aaron Lewis -photo Kansas Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after an arrest in Manhattan.Just before 2p.m. Wednesday, a 25-year-old woman reported a suspect identified as Aaron Lewis, 25, Manhattan, kidnapped&nbsp; and injured her, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.Officers arrested Lewis connection on requested charges of aggravated kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, violation of protection order, interference with Law enforcement officer, criminal trespass, aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim, and seven counts of failure to appear, according to the report. Lewis is being held on a bond of $63,750.00&nbsp;He has previous convictions for burglary, criminal threat and domestic battery, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections. He had been out of prison since July of 2019.

Manhattan man jailed for alleged kidnapping 

SHAWNEE COUNTY–Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on numerous charges after a a crash.

Just before 2a.m. Wednesday, sheriff's deputies responded to report&nbsp;of a single vehicle rollover accident in the 7200 block of NW U.S. 75 Highway, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

 Upon arrival, deputies found two individuals trapped inside a&nbsp; 2007 Chevrolet Trail Blazer in the ditch. Soldier Township Fire Department assisted in extricating both occupants.

American Medical Response transported both occupants including a&nbsp;38-year-old female passenger to the University of Kansas Medical Center for treatment of serious injuries, according to Christian.

During the investigation, deputies discovered that the driver, Christopher J. Clay, 42, of Topeka, had a felony warrant for his arrest out of Shawnee County. Clay, a convicted felon, was also in possession of a firearm. 

Clay is facing requested charges of driving under the influence (DUI), aggravated battery, driving while suspended and improper driving &nbsp;on a laned-roadway, failure to wear a seat belt and felon in possession of a firearm, according to Christian.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602154898981.png" alt="Clay photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Clay photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY–Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on numerous charges after a a crash.Just before 2a.m. Wednesday, sheriff's deputies responded to report&nbsp;of a single vehicle rollover accident in the 7200 block of NW U.S. 75 Highway, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. Upon arrival, deputies found two individuals trapped inside a&nbsp; 2007 Chevrolet Trail Blazer in the ditch. Soldier Township Fire Department assisted in extricating both occupants.American Medical Response transported both occupants including a&nbsp;38-year-old female passenger to the University of Kansas Medical Center for treatment of serious injuries, according to Christian.During the investigation, deputies discovered that the driver, Christopher J. Clay, 42, of Topeka, had a felony warrant for his arrest out of Shawnee County. Clay, a convicted felon, was also in possession of a firearm. Clay is facing requested charges of driving under the influence (DUI), aggravated battery, driving while suspended and improper driving &nbsp;on a laned-roadway, failure to wear a seat belt and felon in possession of a firearm, according to Christian.------

Wanted Kan. felon injured, arrested after violent rollover crash

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspect in connection with alleged human trafficking involving a 17-year-old victim.

On September 29, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and Kansas Highway Patrol received information from a concerned citizen regarding the possible human trafficking and sexual exploitation of a child, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

During the evening hours Monday, detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division of the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and multiple law enforcement officers with the Kansas Highway Patrol apprehended David D. Spears, 51, Osawatomie, who&nbsp; attempted to meet with a 17-year-old child at a local motel.&nbsp;

Officers arrested Spears and booked him on requested charges of aggravated human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of a child, according to Christian.

Police also arrested a 17-year-old boy from Topeka on requested charges of commercial sexual exploitation for transporting the victim.

The victim was placed into police protective custody.

SHAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. (SNSO) – Sheriff Brian C. Hill announces a 51-year-old male from

Osawatomie is in custody and facing two felony charges after traveling to Topeka to meet an

On September 29, 2020, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and Kansas Highway Patrol

received information from a concerned citizen regarding the possible human trafficking and sexual

exploitation of a child. During the evening hours of October 5, 2020, detectives with the Criminal

Investigations Division of the Sheriff’s Office and multiple law enforcement officers with the

Kansas Highway Patrol apprehended one male subject that attempted to meet up with a 17-yearold child at a local motel. The victim was placed into police protective custody.

David D. Spears (51) of Osawatomie was arrested and booked into the Shawnee County

Department of Corrections and charged with two felonies, aggravated human trafficking and

commercial sexual exploitation of a child. A 17-year-old male from Topeka was also arrested and

charged with commercial sexual exploitation for transporting the victim.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602001340452.png" alt="Spears photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Spears photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspect in connection with alleged human trafficking involving a 17-year-old victim.On September 29, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and Kansas Highway Patrol received information from a concerned citizen regarding the possible human trafficking and sexual exploitation of a child, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.During the evening hours Monday, detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division of the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and multiple law enforcement officers with the Kansas Highway Patrol apprehended David D. Spears, 51, Osawatomie, who&nbsp; attempted to meet with a 17-year-old child at a local motel.&nbsp;Officers arrested Spears and booked him on requested charges of aggravated human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of a child, according to Christian.Police also arrested a 17-year-old boy from Topeka on requested charges of commercial sexual exploitation for transporting the victim.The victim was placed into police protective custody.------SHAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. (SNSO) – Sheriff Brian C. Hill announces a 51-year-old male fromOsawatomie is in custody and facing two felony charges after traveling to Topeka to meet anunderage child yesterday evening.On September 29, 2020, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and Kansas Highway Patrolreceived information from a concerned citizen regarding the possible human trafficking and sexualexploitation of a child. During the evening hours of October 5, 2020, detectives with the CriminalInvestigations Division of the Sheriff’s Office and multiple law enforcement officers with theKansas Highway Patrol apprehended one male subject that attempted to meet up with a 17-yearold child at a local motel. The victim was placed into police protective custody.David D. Spears (51) of Osawatomie was arrested and booked into the Shawnee CountyDepartment of Corrections and charged with two felonies, aggravated human trafficking andcommercial sexual exploitation of a child. A 17-year-old male from Topeka was also arrested andcharged with commercial sexual exploitation for transporting the victim.This investigation is ongoing.

Sheriff: Kansas man attempted to meet teen at motel 

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A registered Kansas sex offender was charged Tuesday with rape and kidnapping in connection with a September attack on a woman in Wichita, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

Just after 7 p.m. Sept. 22, police were dispatched to a sexual assault case in the 800 block of South Sylvan in Wichita, according to officer Paul Cruz.

Upon arrival, a 48-year-old female victim, told police she was walking in the area of Lincoln and Oliver when a suspect later identified as 34-year-old Darrius Johnson approached and grabbed her, forcing her into his Toyota Camry.

Johnson drove the victim to a separate location and sexually assaulted her. Johnson then drove the victim back to Lincoln and Oliver where she was released. Through the investigation and examination of evidence, Johnson was determined to have been involved in the attack. 

Police arrested Johnson October 1, in the 2100 block of South White Oak in Wichita without incident.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johnson has a previous felony conviction in 2010 for attempted aggravated sexual battery where victim is overcome by force or fear, according to the KBI offender registry.

At the time of his arrest, Johnson was out on bond for a separate alleged sex crime, according to Cruz.

Johnson is being held on a&nbsp; bond of $350,000. Attorneys in the case will discuss it on October 22, according to the district attorney.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601842042015.png" alt="Johnson photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Johnson photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A registered Kansas sex offender was charged Tuesday with rape and kidnapping in connection with a September attack on a woman in Wichita, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.Just after 7 p.m. Sept. 22, police were dispatched to a sexual assault case in the 800 block of South Sylvan in Wichita, according to officer Paul Cruz.Upon arrival, a 48-year-old female victim, told police she was walking in the area of Lincoln and Oliver when a suspect later identified as 34-year-old Darrius Johnson approached and grabbed her, forcing her into his Toyota Camry.Johnson drove the victim to a separate location and sexually assaulted her. Johnson then drove the victim back to Lincoln and Oliver where she was released. Through the investigation and examination of evidence, Johnson was determined to have been involved in the attack. Police arrested Johnson October 1, in the 2100 block of South White Oak in Wichita without incident.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601904705441.png" alt="Johnson-photo KBI Offender Registry" />
 <figcaption>Johnson-photo KBI Offender Registry</figcaption>
 </figure>Johnson has a previous felony conviction in 2010 for attempted aggravated sexual battery where victim is overcome by force or fear, according to the KBI offender registry.At the time of his arrest, Johnson was out on bond for a separate alleged sex crime, according to Cruz.Johnson is being held on a&nbsp; bond of $350,000. Attorneys in the case will discuss it on October 22, according to the district attorney.

Kansas sex offender charged with rape, kidnapping 

HUTCHINSON— A Kansas man arrested in January for a 2017 shooting and robbery waived his right to a preliminary hearing and entered guilty pleas to lesser charges.

Maique Rodriguez-Faudoa was charged with attempted first degree murder in the May 2017 shooting of his uncle, Jesus Faudoa.&nbsp; Police found Faudoa shot multiple times at a home in the 700 block of E. 7th Avenue in Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Rodriguez Faudoa then took the victim's cell phone and pickup

Despite his injuries Faudoa was able to recover.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, Rodriguez-Faudoa pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery and robbery.&nbsp; &nbsp;Sentencing is set for November 4.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602102069124.jpeg" alt="Rodriguez-Faudoa&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Rodriguez-Faudoa&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>HUTCHINSON— A Kansas man arrested in January for a 2017 shooting and robbery waived his right to a preliminary hearing and entered guilty pleas to lesser charges.Maique Rodriguez-Faudoa was charged with attempted first degree murder in the May 2017 shooting of his uncle, Jesus Faudoa.&nbsp; Police found Faudoa shot multiple times at a home in the 700 block of E. 7th Avenue in Hutchinson.&nbsp;Rodriguez Faudoa then took the victim's cell phone and pickupDespite his injuries Faudoa was able to recover.&nbsp;On Wednesday, Rodriguez-Faudoa pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery and robbery.&nbsp; &nbsp;Sentencing is set for November 4.

Kan. man enters plea deal in 2017 shooting of his uncle

BARTON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kanas man on drug charges after an arrest in Great Bend.

On Tuesday afternoon, detectives conducted&nbsp; a “buy/bust” operation, according to sheriff Brian Bellendir.

This is a type of drug sting in which an operative purchases drugs from a suspect with money which has had the serial numbers recorded. 

Once the transaction is made, the suspect is immediately arrested and taken into custody. Surveillance of both parties is conducted during the sting.

During the drug sting in the 500 Block of Frey Street, deputies arrested Frank Relmar Jr., 32 of Great Bend.

 Relmar was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Barton County Jail. He is currently being held on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. His bond is set at $50,000.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602089777957.png" alt="Relmar has previous convictions for drugs and possession of a weapon, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Relmar has previous convictions for drugs and possession of a weapon, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>BARTON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kanas man on drug charges after an arrest in Great Bend.On Tuesday afternoon, detectives conducted&nbsp; a “buy/bust” operation, according to sheriff Brian Bellendir.This is a type of drug sting in which an operative purchases drugs from a suspect with money which has had the serial numbers recorded. Once the transaction is made, the suspect is immediately arrested and taken into custody. Surveillance of both parties is conducted during the sting.During the drug sting in the 500 Block of Frey Street, deputies arrested Frank Relmar Jr., 32 of Great Bend.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602088007491.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure> Relmar was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Barton County Jail. He is currently being held on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. His bond is set at $50,000.&nbsp;

Sheriff busts Kansas felon during drug sting 

ELLIS COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on drug charges after a 3-county chase Tuesday.

Just before 4:30p.m. Tuesday, Ness County Sheriff's Deputies conducted a traffic stop on a white 2017 Chevy Cruz for a minor infraction at H Rd on K96 Highway in Ness County, according to a media release.

During the stop, K9 Kaia was deployed and indicated an odor of narcotics on several areas of the vehicle. As Deputies requested the female driver to exit the vehicle she fled from the stop and pursuit ensued. Ness County Emergency Management overheard the radio traffic and shut down vehicles at the K96/U283 Highway Junction in Ness City.

The vehicle was chased through Ness City, and Ness County into Rush County and continued north on 183 Hwy into Hays, Ellis County. 

The Pursuit encompassed approximately 75 miles at speeds exceeding 115 mph. Spike strips were deployed and were unsuccessful 4 times during the pursuit, and 1 successful deployment just inside the south city limits of Hays, Kansas. At one point the driver used her vehicle to swerve at law enforcement officers attempting to use spike strips to stop the pursuit. The pursuit was ended when Kansas Highway patrol performed a tactical vehicle intervention (TVI) maneuver on the vehicle, in the 1900 block of Vine Street in Hays.

After a preliminary probable cause search of the vehicle, approximately 30 - 40 individual containers of THC, THC paraphernalia and other drug paraphernalia were located in the trunk and passenger area of the vehicle.

The vehicle is currently being held by Ness County Sheriffs Office for further investigation. The female driver was arrested on charges including: Felony Flee and Elude, Possession of Marijuana with the intent to distribute, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer.

No injuries to pursuing law enforcement, general public or suspect in this incident were reported, according to the release.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602028327879.png" alt="Pursuing law enforcement agencies forced the stop of a white vehicle in the 1900 block of Vine Street about 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. (Photo courtesy Ashli Leiker)" />
 <figcaption>Pursuing law enforcement agencies forced the stop of a white vehicle in the 1900 block of Vine Street about 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. (Photo courtesy Ashli Leiker)</figcaption>
 </figure>ELLIS COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on drug charges after a 3-county chase Tuesday.Just before 4:30p.m. Tuesday, Ness County Sheriff's Deputies conducted a traffic stop on a white 2017 Chevy Cruz for a minor infraction at H Rd on K96 Highway in Ness County, according to a media release.During the stop, K9 Kaia was deployed and indicated an odor of narcotics on several areas of the vehicle. As Deputies requested the female driver to exit the vehicle she fled from the stop and pursuit ensued. Ness County Emergency Management overheard the radio traffic and shut down vehicles at the K96/U283 Highway Junction in Ness City.The vehicle was chased through Ness City, and Ness County into Rush County and continued north on 183 Hwy into Hays, Ellis County. The Pursuit encompassed approximately 75 miles at speeds exceeding 115 mph. Spike strips were deployed and were unsuccessful 4 times during the pursuit, and 1 successful deployment just inside the south city limits of Hays, Kansas. At one point the driver used her vehicle to swerve at law enforcement officers attempting to use spike strips to stop the pursuit. The pursuit was ended when Kansas Highway patrol performed a tactical vehicle intervention (TVI) maneuver on the vehicle, in the 1900 block of Vine Street in Hays.After a preliminary probable cause search of the vehicle, approximately 30 - 40 individual containers of THC, THC paraphernalia and other drug paraphernalia were located in the trunk and passenger area of the vehicle.The vehicle is currently being held by Ness County Sheriffs Office for further investigation. The female driver was arrested on charges including: Felony Flee and Elude, Possession of Marijuana with the intent to distribute, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer.No injuries to pursuing law enforcement, general public or suspect in this incident were reported, according to the release.

Suspect jailed after 3 county high-speed chase

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.

Just after 11:00 a.m. Friday, police were contacted by a 27-year-old man who reported unknown suspects stealing tools and other property from his pick-up truck on in the 12100 block of East Killenwood Court in Wichita, according to officer Kevin Wheeler.

The victim also reported that the stolen property was being sold on Facebook Marketplace.

Officers worked with the victim and located the suspects who were attempting to sell the property at a business near Pawnee and Meridian. 

Police arrested 37-year-old Todd Webber of Wichita on requested charges of burglary, theft, and possession of paraphernalia. They also arrested 31-year-old Richard Crouch of Wichita on requested charges of burglary, theft, and possession of methamphetamine.

Police were able to return the property to the owner.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601930112032.png" alt="Webber-photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Webber-photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.Just after 11:00 a.m. Friday, police were contacted by a 27-year-old man who reported unknown suspects stealing tools and other property from his pick-up truck on in the 12100 block of East Killenwood Court in Wichita, according to officer Kevin Wheeler.The victim also reported that the stolen property was being sold on Facebook Marketplace.Officers worked with the victim and located the suspects who were attempting to sell the property at a business near Pawnee and Meridian. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601929787167.png" alt="Crouch" />
 <figcaption>Crouch</figcaption>
 </figure>Police arrested 37-year-old Todd Webber of Wichita on requested charges of burglary, theft, and possession of paraphernalia. They also arrested 31-year-old Richard Crouch of Wichita on requested charges of burglary, theft, and possession of methamphetamine.Police were able to return the property to the owner.The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

Police: Kan. man saw stolen property being sold on Facebook

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Activists who were outraged when a white Kansas City police officer knelt on the back of a Black pregnant woman during an arrest last week have set up camp outside City Hall and say they plan to stay until the officer and police chief are fired.

They also want the city redirect 50% of the police department’s budget to social services aimed at the city’s Black community.

The unusual protest entered its fifth day Tuesday, with about 20 tents on the lawn and a well-organized “people’s city” that includes food, sanitation products, an arts area, a library of racial injustice-related books and private security.

Anyone who enters the area is required to undergo coronavirus-related health checks and wear a mask, and organizers are watching closely so no alcohol, drugs, sexual indiscretions or even littering occurs.

A statue of Abraham Lincoln is covered with pictures and names of Black people who have died in confrontations with police and demands that police Chief Rick Smith be fired.

Several civil rights organizations have long demanded Smith’s firing or resignation and those calls intensified after clashes between police and protesters during social justice demonstrations this summer sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

Smith has said he has no intention of resigning and the police department has declined to say whether the officer involved in the arrest is facing discipline or being investigated.

Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters-Baker’s office is reviewing the arrest to determine if any charges against the officer are warranted, and has asked the police department to investigate it, a spokesman for her office said Tuesday.

An average of 75 to 100 people participate in the protest every day, said attorney Stacy Shaw, one of the primary organizers. Only 100 people are allowed on the site at once.

“We’re at the seat of government and we’re having a social justice occupation that hasn’t been seen in Kansas City,” Shaw said. “People are excited that we are taking such drastic action and sticking to it. So we’re not just here for 15 minutes or a couple hours, that we are actually sticking to this and demanding justice.”

The city currently has no plans to evict the campers, a spokeswoman for Mayor Quinton Lucas said. The city council will discuss the situation at a meeting Thursday.

Shaw said some council members have visited the site and expressed support for the action. Other than a confrontation when police tried to evict them early Saturday when the tents were first set up, the protesters have not had any conflicts with police or city officials.

The occupation was sparked by the arrest of Deja Stallings, 25, on Wednesday during a memorial event at an east Kansas City intersection that has been the scene of protests and civil rights actions for years. It drew attention after videos of the arrest circulated on social media.

Police said officers were called to the scene by a business owner who reported a fight. They said Stallings, who is nine months pregnant, interfered when officers tried to arrest a man who refused to leave and she was put on the ground when she resisted arrest. She was issued a municipal summons for hindering an arrest.

Ryan Sorrell, of Black Rainbow, said Stallings remains the central focus of the protests but activists also are tired of city officials not responding to complaints about how police treat the city’s Black community.

“We’re not going to go anywhere,” Sorrell said. “They don’t want to arrest us. They don’t have the moral authority right now. They’re going to look bad if they do. This is an organized, peaceful, friendly community and they have no legal reason to remove us.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602016407297.png" alt="The unusual protest entered its fifth day Tuesday, photo courtesy KSHB" />
 <figcaption>The unusual protest entered its fifth day Tuesday, photo courtesy KSHB</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Activists who were outraged when a white Kansas City police officer knelt on the back of a Black pregnant woman during an arrest last week have set up camp outside City Hall and say they plan to stay until the officer and police chief are fired.They also want the city redirect 50% of the police department’s budget to social services aimed at the city’s Black community.The unusual protest entered its fifth day Tuesday, with about 20 tents on the lawn and a well-organized “people’s city” that includes food, sanitation products, an arts area, a library of racial injustice-related books and private security.Anyone who enters the area is required to undergo coronavirus-related health checks and wear a mask, and organizers are watching closely so no alcohol, drugs, sexual indiscretions or even littering occurs.A statue of Abraham Lincoln is covered with pictures and names of Black people who have died in confrontations with police and demands that police Chief Rick Smith be fired.Several civil rights organizations have long demanded Smith’s firing or resignation and those calls intensified after clashes between police and protesters during social justice demonstrations this summer sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.Smith has said he has no intention of resigning and the police department has declined to say whether the officer involved in the arrest is facing discipline or being investigated.Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters-Baker’s office is reviewing the arrest to determine if any charges against the officer are warranted, and has asked the police department to investigate it, a spokesman for her office said Tuesday.An average of 75 to 100 people participate in the protest every day, said attorney Stacy Shaw, one of the primary organizers. Only 100 people are allowed on the site at once.“We’re at the seat of government and we’re having a social justice occupation that hasn’t been seen in Kansas City,” Shaw said. “People are excited that we are taking such drastic action and sticking to it. So we’re not just here for 15 minutes or a couple hours, that we are actually sticking to this and demanding justice.”The city currently has no plans to evict the campers, a spokeswoman for Mayor Quinton Lucas said. The city council will discuss the situation at a meeting Thursday.Several civil rights organizations have long demanded Smith’s firing or resignation and those calls intensified after clashes between police and protesters during social justice demonstrations this summer sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.Smith has said he has no intention of resigning and the police department has declined to say whether the officer involved in the arrest is facing discipline or being investigated.Shaw said some council members have visited the site and expressed support for the action. Other than a confrontation when police tried to evict them early Saturday when the tents were first set up, the protesters have not had any conflicts with police or city officials.The occupation was sparked by the arrest of Deja Stallings, 25, on Wednesday during a memorial event at an east Kansas City intersection that has been the scene of protests and civil rights actions for years. It drew attention after videos of the arrest circulated on social media.Police said officers were called to the scene by a business owner who reported a fight. They said Stallings, who is nine months pregnant, interfered when officers tried to arrest a man who refused to leave and she was put on the ground when she resisted arrest. She was issued a municipal summons for hindering an arrest.Ryan Sorrell, of Black Rainbow, said Stallings remains the central focus of the protests but activists also are tired of city officials not responding to complaints about how police treat the city’s Black community.“We’re not going to go anywhere,” Sorrell said. “They don’t want to arrest us. They don’t have the moral authority right now. They’re going to look bad if they do. This is an organized, peaceful, friendly community and they have no legal reason to remove us.”

Kansas City activists camp at City Hall in police protest

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting and have arrested 27-year-old Tishara R. Moran of Topeka.

Just after 11:30a.m. Saturday, police responded to a call for service at a home in the 300 Block of SW Polk for a check welfare, according to&nbsp;LT Jerry Monasmith.

On arrival, officers found 38-year-old Christopher McMillon with what appeared to be a gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.&nbsp;

As a result of the investigation, police arrested Moran on Monday, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Spiker.&nbsp; Moran is being held on requested charges of first-degree murder and aggravated robbery. The crime is Topeka's 22nd homicide of 2020, according to Spiker.

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting and have identified the victim as&nbsp; Christopher McMillon, 38, of Topeka. 

On arrival, officers found McMillon with what appeared to be a gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police released no additional details early Sunday.

Just after 11:30a.m. Saturday, police responded to a call for service in the 300 Block of SW Polk for a check welfare, according to&nbsp;LT Jerry Monasmith.

On arrival, officers found a man with what appeared to be a gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Officers and Detectives are continuing the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601981878313.png" alt="Moran-photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Moran-photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting and have arrested 27-year-old Tishara R. Moran of Topeka.Just after 11:30a.m. Saturday, police responded to a call for service at a home in the 300 Block of SW Polk for a check welfare, according to&nbsp;LT Jerry Monasmith.On arrival, officers found 38-year-old Christopher McMillon with what appeared to be a gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.&nbsp;As a result of the investigation, police arrested Moran on Monday, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Spiker.&nbsp; Moran is being held on requested charges of first-degree murder and aggravated robbery. The crime is Topeka's 22nd homicide of 2020, according to Spiker.-----------SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal shooting and have identified the victim as&nbsp; Christopher McMillon, 38, of Topeka. Just after 11:30a.m. Saturday, police responded to a call for service at a home in the 300 Block of SW Polk for a check welfare, according to&nbsp;LT Jerry Monasmith.On arrival, officers found McMillon with what appeared to be a gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police released no additional details early Sunday.-----------Just after 11:30a.m. Saturday, police responded to a call for service in the 300 Block of SW Polk for a check welfare, according to&nbsp;LT Jerry Monasmith.On arrival, officers found a man with what appeared to be a gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Officers and Detectives are continuing the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Kansas woman accused of murder during weekend robbery

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — A man was fatally stabbed and another person arrested in the death following a police chase, authorities in Kansas City, Kansas, said.

The incident happened Saturday morning, when officers were called to investigate a report of a suspicious person.

Arriving officers found a man in the grass suffering from stab wounds. He was taken to a hospital where he later died.

A suspect fled the scene and was arrested after a car chase that involved the Kansas Highway Patrol, police said. Authorities have not released the names of the victim or the person arrested.

The stabbing was the 41st homicide in Kansas City, Kansas, this year. That compared with 23 homicides by the same time last year.

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — A man was fatally stabbed and another person arrested in the death following a police chase, authorities in Kansas City, Kansas, said.The incident happened Saturday morning, when officers were called to investigate a report of a suspicious person.Arriving officers found a man in the grass suffering from stab wounds. He was taken to a hospital where he later died.A suspect fled the scene and was arrested after a car chase that involved the Kansas Highway Patrol, police said. Authorities have not released the names of the victim or the person arrested.The stabbing was the 41st homicide in Kansas City, Kansas, this year. That compared with 23 homicides by the same time last year.

1 dead, 1 arrested following stabbing, KHP chase

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged sexual assault and have made an arrest.

Just after 12:30 a.m. Sunday, police responded to a rape report at a residence in the 700 block of South Everett in Wichita, according to officer Kevin Wheeler.

At the home, a 45-year-old woman reported that while walking near Lincoln and Main, a suspect identified as 59-year-old Raul Lopez-Garcia contacted her, forced her into a residence and sexually assaulted her. 

The victim left the residence after the assault and called 911 for help.

Through the investigation, officers determined Lopez-Garcia to be the suspect and learned that the assault occurred in a home in the 100 block of East Lincoln Street, according to Wheeler.

Police arrested Lopez-Garcia and he is being held on requested charges of rape and aggravated kidnapping.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601908332772.png" alt="Lopez-Garcia photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Lopez-Garcia photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged sexual assault and have made an arrest.Just after 12:30 a.m. Sunday, police responded to a rape report at a residence in the 700 block of South Everett in Wichita, according to officer Kevin Wheeler.At the home, a 45-year-old woman reported that while walking near Lincoln and Main, a suspect identified as 59-year-old Raul Lopez-Garcia contacted her, forced her into a residence and sexually assaulted her. The victim left the residence after the assault and called 911 for help.Through the investigation, officers determined Lopez-Garcia to be the suspect and learned that the assault occurred in a home in the 100 block of East Lincoln Street, according to Wheeler.Police arrested Lopez-Garcia and he is being held on requested charges of rape and aggravated kidnapping.The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

Police: Kan. man sexually assaulted woman walking in neighborhood 

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged sexual assault and have a registered Kansas sex offender in custody.

On Sunday, police reported they arrested Johnson October 1, in the 2100 block of South White Oak without incident.&nbsp; He is being held on requested charges of rape and aggravated kidnapping, according to Cruz.

At the time of his arrest, Johnson was out on bond for a separate alleged sex crime., according to Cruz.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601842042015.png" alt="Johnson photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Johnson photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged sexual assault and have a registered Kansas sex offender in custody.Just after 7 p.m. Sept. 22, police were dispatched to a sexual assault case in the 800 block of South Sylvan in Wichita, according to officer Paul Cruz.Upon arrival, a 48-year-old female victim, told police she was walking in the area of Lincoln and Oliver when a suspect later identified as 34-year-old Darrius Johnson approached and grabbed her, forcing her into his Toyota Camry.Johnson drove the victim to a separate location and sexually assaulted her. Johnson then drove the victim back to Lincoln and Oliver where she was released. Through the investigation and examination of evidence, Johnson was determined to have been involved in the attack. On Sunday, police reported they arrested Johnson October 1, in the 2100 block of South White Oak without incident.&nbsp; He is being held on requested charges of rape and aggravated kidnapping, according to Cruz.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601904705441.png" alt="Johnson-photo KBI Offender Registry" />
 <figcaption>Johnson-photo KBI Offender Registry</figcaption>
 </figure>Johnson has a previous felony conviction in 2010 for attempted aggravated sexual battery where victim is overcome by force or fear, according to the KBI offender registry.At the time of his arrest, Johnson was out on bond for a separate alleged sex crime., according to Cruz.

Kansas sex offender accused of rape, kidnapping 

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Wichita Police Department (WPD) K9 team has seized pounds of illegal drugs off the streets of Wichita over the past ten days.

On Friday, the K9 team stopped a car at I-135 and 21st&nbsp;Street.&nbsp; Through the investigation of the stop, two cases and one duffle bag was found containing 55 pounds of high-grade marijuana and 20 ounces of THC wax, according to officer Charley Davidson.

Police arrested 28-year-old Lucas Fradet of Arvada, Colorado, on charges of possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute.&nbsp; The investigation will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

On Thursday, the K9 team stopped a car at the Turnpike and Kellogg exit.&nbsp; Through the investigation of the stop, 15 pounds of methamphetamine were located.

Arrested was a 44-year-old female from El Paso, Texas, on a charge of possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute.&nbsp; The investigation is ongoing.

On Tuesday, the K9 team assisted the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) with a traffic stop at the Turnpike and I-135 exit.  Through the investigation, 12 pounds of methamphetamine were located in the vehicle.  The case is being investigated by Kansas Highway Patrol.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601662991271.png" alt="Photo courtesy Wichita Police" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy Wichita Police</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Wichita Police Department (WPD) K9 team has seized pounds of illegal drugs off the streets of Wichita over the past ten days.On Friday, the K9 team stopped a car at I-135 and 21st&nbsp;Street.&nbsp; Through the investigation of the stop, two cases and one duffle bag was found containing 55 pounds of high-grade marijuana and 20 ounces of THC wax, according to officer Charley Davidson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601672512893.png" alt="Fradet photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Fradet photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Police arrested 28-year-old Lucas Fradet of Arvada, Colorado, on charges of possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute.&nbsp; The investigation will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.On Thursday, the K9 team stopped a car at the Turnpike and Kellogg exit.&nbsp; Through the investigation of the stop, 15 pounds of methamphetamine were located.Arrested was a 44-year-old female from El Paso, Texas, on a charge of possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute.&nbsp; The investigation is ongoing.On Tuesday, the K9 team assisted the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) with a traffic stop at the Turnpike and I-135 exit. Through the investigation, 12 pounds of methamphetamine were located in the vehicle. The case is being investigated by Kansas Highway Patrol.

Kansas K9 team seizes pounds of illegal drugs

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

Just after 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, police were doing proactive patrol monitoring for illegal drugs along Kellogg in Wichita at locations suspected of drug activity, according to officer Charley Davidson.

During the assignment, officers observed two suspects later identified as&nbsp;26-year-old Coleton Hess and&nbsp;29-year-old Christopher Cervantes and a third individual acting suspiciously at the Days Inn, 7321 E. Kellogg and then leaving in a red 2006 Jeep at a high rate of speed. 

Officers located the vehicle unoccupied in an apartment complex parking lot in the 7800 block of East Douglas.

Officers quickly located Hess and Cervantes in the area of the car, and they were arrested. They didn't locate the third individual, according to Davidson.

 Cervantes was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun and narcotics. Through the investigation, officers recovered 57 grams of methamphetamine; 96 grams of marijuana; Two grams of cocaine; Narcotic pills; Two loaded handguns; An AR-15 rifle; Loaded AR-15 magazines; and&nbsp;Loaded handgun magazines.

Hess is being held on requested charges of possession of a firearm by a felon and outstanding warrants and Cervantes on requested charges of obstruct, unlawful possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, possession of narcotics, and possession of a firearm by a felon.

Cervantes has previous felony convictions and is currently on parole with the Kansas Department of Corrections for a voluntary manslaughter conviction. Cole has also had previous felony convictions, according to Davidson.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601654256593.png" alt="Photo courtesy Wichita Police" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy Wichita Police</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on drug charges after&nbsp;Just after 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, police were doing proactive patrol monitoring for illegal drugs along Kellogg in Wichita at locations suspected of drug activity, according to officer Charley Davidson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601657414569.png" alt="Hess photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Hess photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>During the assignment, officers observed two suspects later identified as&nbsp;26-year-old Coleton Hess and&nbsp;29-year-old Christopher Cervantes and a third individual acting suspiciously at the Days Inn, 7321 E. Kellogg and then leaving in a red 2006 Jeep at a high rate of speed. Officers located the vehicle unoccupied in an apartment complex parking lot in the 7800 block of East Douglas.Officers quickly located Hess and Cervantes in the area of the car, and they were arrested. They didn't locate the third individual, according to Davidson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601658133349.png" alt="Cervantes photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Cervantes photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure> Cervantes was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun and narcotics. Through the investigation, officers recovered 57 grams of methamphetamine; 96 grams of marijuana; Two grams of cocaine; Narcotic pills; Two loaded handguns; An AR-15 rifle; Loaded AR-15 magazines; and&nbsp;Loaded handgun magazines.Hess is being held on requested charges of possession of a firearm by a felon and outstanding warrants and Cervantes on requested charges of obstruct, unlawful possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, possession of narcotics, and possession of a firearm by a felon.Cervantes has previous felony convictions and is currently on parole with the Kansas Department of Corrections for a voluntary manslaughter conviction. Cole has also had previous felony convictions, according to Davidson.

Police catch 2 Kan. men with loaded guns, drugs

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — A 20-year-old Democratic congressional candidate from Kansas who&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/d7ea4a5bc168f3b608ea96c81efb6c78">admitted&nbsp;</a>to circulating revenge porn was charged five years ago with threatening to shoot a high school student, according to newly released records.

Aaron Coleman was 14 in May 2015 when he was charged with a felony, making a criminal threat, according to police and court records show.&nbsp; He later pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of harassment.

The Kansas Democratic Party&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/d7ea4a5bc168f3b608ea96c81efb6c78">disowned Coleman in August</a>&nbsp;after an ex-girlfriend said he physically abused her last December and is backing a write-in campaign by seven-term state Rep. Stan Frownfelter, who narrowly lost to Coleman in the primary. No Republican is on the ballot, but Republican Kristina Smith also launched a write-in campaign.

Coleman, a community college student and dishwasher who has been running on a liberal platform, defended himself in a text message to the Kansas City The Star, writing, “I find it insane to use someone’s juvenile record to distract from the fact Republicans and Democrats are engaging in full on class warfare right here in Wyandotte County and keeping people trapped in poverty in order to maximize profits.”

He told The Associated Press on Saturday in a text that Frownfelter shouldn’t have been “lazy” and stressed that the allegations were old.

“I was a troubled kid, and you’re on a witch hunt,” he wrote. “People are sick of it. Moving on.”

According to a police report and arrest warrant affidavit obtained by The Star through an open records request, the school threat investigation began after a Kansas City, Kansas, police officer stationed at Turner High School learned that Coleman had sent a text message to someone saying, “Imma go up to the THS and shoot her then myself.” The messages went on to say, “My life is ruined and I just want to die.”

Coleman, who was not a student at the school, acknowledged that he wrote the message and said it was true that he wanted to hurt himself, but he said he never intended to harm or shoot the girl and didn’t have access to firearms, according to the police report.

Coleman, who left the Turner School District in May 2012 and was being home schooled, said he went into a “panic attack” after the girl posted a photo of his genitals on Facebook, the report said. He said that he wanted her to believe he was “crazy” so she would remove the photo, the police report said. The girl’s mother told police that her daughter feared for her safety.

In addition to the abuse accusations involving his ex-girlfriend, Coleman admitted in a Facebook post in June that allegations that he had posted revenge porn online and blackmailed and harassed middle school girls were true. He wrote that he had been “a sick and troubled 14-year-old boy.” He has not publicly addressed the allegations made by his former girlfriend.

It wasn’t immediately clear if the case involving the threatening text message was handled in juvenile court or was moved to adult court. Coleman declined to discuss specifics, a spokesman in the prosecutor’s office didn’t immediately respond to an email and police weren’t immediately able to respond to a records request. The Star wrote that it discovered the arrest and charges during a search of Kansas court records and requested supporting documents.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/8/1597491942776.png" alt="Photo courtesy Aaron Coleman for Kansas" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy Aaron Coleman for Kansas</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — A 20-year-old Democratic congressional candidate from Kansas who&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/d7ea4a5bc168f3b608ea96c81efb6c78">admitted&nbsp;</a>to circulating revenge porn was charged five years ago with threatening to shoot a high school student, according to newly released records.Aaron Coleman was 14 in May 2015 when he was charged with a felony, making a criminal threat, according to police and court records show.&nbsp; He later pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of harassment.The Kansas Democratic Party&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/d7ea4a5bc168f3b608ea96c81efb6c78">disowned Coleman in August</a>&nbsp;after an ex-girlfriend said he physically abused her last December and is backing a write-in campaign by seven-term state Rep. Stan Frownfelter, who narrowly lost to Coleman in the primary. No Republican is on the ballot, but Republican Kristina Smith also launched a write-in campaign.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/8/1597492154851.png" alt="Rep. Stan Frownfelter " />
 <figcaption>Rep. Stan Frownfelter </figcaption>
 </figure>Coleman, a community college student and dishwasher who has been running on a liberal platform, defended himself in a text message to the Kansas City The Star, writing, “I find it insane to use someone’s juvenile record to distract from the fact Republicans and Democrats are engaging in full on class warfare right here in Wyandotte County and keeping people trapped in poverty in order to maximize profits.”He told The Associated Press on Saturday in a text that Frownfelter shouldn’t have been “lazy” and stressed that the allegations were old.“I was a troubled kid, and you’re on a witch hunt,” he wrote. “People are sick of it. Moving on.”According to a police report and arrest warrant affidavit obtained by The Star through an open records request, the school threat investigation began after a Kansas City, Kansas, police officer stationed at Turner High School learned that Coleman had sent a text message to someone saying, “Imma go up to the THS and shoot her then myself.” The messages went on to say, “My life is ruined and I just want to die.”Coleman, who was not a student at the school, acknowledged that he wrote the message and said it was true that he wanted to hurt himself, but he said he never intended to harm or shoot the girl and didn’t have access to firearms, according to the police report.Coleman, who left the Turner School District in May 2012 and was being home schooled, said he went into a “panic attack” after the girl posted a photo of his genitals on Facebook, the report said. He said that he wanted her to believe he was “crazy” so she would remove the photo, the police report said. The girl’s mother told police that her daughter feared for her safety.In addition to the abuse accusations involving his ex-girlfriend, Coleman admitted in a Facebook post in June that allegations that he had posted revenge porn online and blackmailed and harassed middle school girls were true. He wrote that he had been “a sick and troubled 14-year-old boy.” He has not publicly addressed the allegations made by his former girlfriend.It wasn’t immediately clear if the case involving the threatening text message was handled in juvenile court or was moved to adult court. Coleman declined to discuss specifics, a spokesman in the prosecutor’s office didn’t immediately respond to an email and police weren’t immediately able to respond to a records request. The Star wrote that it discovered the arrest and charges during a search of Kansas court records and requested supporting documents.

Records accuse Kansas legislative candidate of threat at 14

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Protesters are pledging to camp in front of police headquarters in downtown Kansas City until the officer who kneeled on a pregnant Black woman is fired.

KCUR&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kcur.org/news/2020-10-03/protesters-camp-overnight-at-kansas-city-police-headquarters-following-arrest-of-pregnant-woman">reports&nbsp;</a>that around a dozen protesters spent the night Friday on the lawn outside the police headquarters, with their numbers growing throughout Saturday. They also want Chief Rick Smith to resign.

Witnesses who identified themselves as legal observers and affiliated with a local group of attorneys called “Liberty Lawyers” stood by overnight.

The pregnant woman’s lawyer, Stacy Shaw, said an officer threw the woman to the ground Wednesday night when she complained that he had backed into her as she filmed a balloon release for a homicide victim. But police said in a statement that officers were responding to a report of fighting and that the woman was interfering with officers who were trying to arrest a man.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/arrests-kansas-city-racial-injustice-7bd17173b1551b4ada4514c28039094e">Video&nbsp;</a>shows the woman on the ground with the officer’s knee on her back while people in the crowd yell to stop because she is pregnant. Some officers can be heard telling the crowd they will be arrested if they don’t move back.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Video of a Kansas City police officer kneeling on the back of a pregnant Black woman while arresting her have led to calls for the officer involved to be fired and reignited demands that the police chief resign.

Civil rights groups and the police tell different versions of what happened Wednesday night when the woman was arrested. Police say she interfered while they were trying to arrest a man and while they were trying to handcuff her.

The woman's attorney, Stacy Shaw, and others ridiculed that story Friday and said the arrest was another example of the police department's abuse of Black citizens in Kansas City.

KANSAS CITY (AP) — Kansas City police are investigating after videos on social media show an officer kneeling on the back of a pregnant woman while handcuffing her during a confrontation.

The officers were arresting a man Wednesday night when the woman “grabbed and touched” the officers, police spokesman Capt. Dave Jackson said Thursday. He said the woman was evaluated and released from a hospital, The Kansas City Star&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/crime/article246154085.html">reported</a>.

Jackson said the department has not had a chance to review the officers' video or surveillance video but are taking the incident seriously.

He encouraged anyone who was at the scene and wants to voice concerns about what they saw to file complaints with the Office of Community Complaints or the police department.

The incident in eastern Kansas City began as a fight between two women at a business. Police cleared the area but a man refused to leave and the woman who is shown in the vehicle would not stop interfering with the arrest, WDAF-TV reported.

She and the man were arrested for interfering with the arrest, Jackson said. No names have been released.

Civil rights attorney Stacy Shaw posted the video to social media Thursday.

“It’s just an example of how the police have no regard for anyone,” Shaw said. “If they are going to do this to a visibly pregnant woman, imagine what they’re doing to the kids out in the street.”

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601602944860.png" alt="&nbsp;A video shows an officer putting his knee on a woman's back during an arrest Wednesday night. image courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>&nbsp;A video shows an officer putting his knee on a woman's back during an arrest Wednesday night. image courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Protesters are pledging to camp in front of police headquarters in downtown Kansas City until the officer who kneeled on a pregnant Black woman is fired.KCUR&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kcur.org/news/2020-10-03/protesters-camp-overnight-at-kansas-city-police-headquarters-following-arrest-of-pregnant-woman">reports&nbsp;</a>that around a dozen protesters spent the night Friday on the lawn outside the police headquarters, with their numbers growing throughout Saturday. They also want Chief Rick Smith to resign.Witnesses who identified themselves as legal observers and affiliated with a local group of attorneys called “Liberty Lawyers” stood by overnight.The pregnant woman’s lawyer, Stacy Shaw, said an officer threw the woman to the ground Wednesday night when she complained that he had backed into her as she filmed a balloon release for a homicide victim. But police said in a statement that officers were responding to a report of fighting and that the woman was interfering with officers who were trying to arrest a man.<a href="https://apnews.com/article/arrests-kansas-city-racial-injustice-7bd17173b1551b4ada4514c28039094e">Video&nbsp;</a>shows the woman on the ground with the officer’s knee on her back while people in the crowd yell to stop because she is pregnant. Some officers can be heard telling the crowd they will be arrested if they don’t move back.------KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Video of a Kansas City police officer kneeling on the back of a pregnant Black woman while arresting her have led to calls for the officer involved to be fired and reignited demands that the police chief resign.Civil rights groups and the police tell different versions of what happened Wednesday night when the woman was arrested. Police say she interfered while they were trying to arrest a man and while they were trying to handcuff her.The woman's attorney, Stacy Shaw, and others ridiculed that story Friday and said the arrest was another example of the police department's abuse of Black citizens in Kansas City.------KANSAS CITY (AP) — Kansas City police are investigating after videos on social media show an officer kneeling on the back of a pregnant woman while handcuffing her during a confrontation.The officers were arresting a man Wednesday night when the woman “grabbed and touched” the officers, police spokesman Capt. Dave Jackson said Thursday. He said the woman was evaluated and released from a hospital, The Kansas City Star&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/crime/article246154085.html">reported</a>.Jackson said the department has not had a chance to review the officers' video or surveillance video but are taking the incident seriously.He encouraged anyone who was at the scene and wants to voice concerns about what they saw to file complaints with the Office of Community Complaints or the police department.The incident in eastern Kansas City began as a fight between two women at a business. Police cleared the area but a man refused to leave and the woman who is shown in the vehicle would not stop interfering with the arrest, WDAF-TV reported.She and the man were arrested for interfering with the arrest, Jackson said. No names have been released.Civil rights attorney Stacy Shaw posted the video to social media Thursday.“It’s just an example of how the police have no regard for anyone,” Shaw said. “If they are going to do this to a visibly pregnant woman, imagine what they’re doing to the kids out in the street.”<a href="https://popup.taboola.com/en/?template=colorbox&amp;utm_source=eagleradio-jcpost&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=thumbnails-a:Below%20Article%20Thumbnails:" target="_blank">by Taboola</a><a href="https://popup.taboola.com/en/?template=colorbox&amp;utm_source=eagleradio-jcpost&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=thumbnails-a:Below%20Article%20Thumbnails:" target="_blank">Sponsored Links</a>

KC demonstrators camp in protest of pregnant  woman's arrest

SHAWNEE COUNTY– Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.

Just after 6:30a.m. Thursday, a homeowner reported two males possibly burglarizing an outbuilding in the 100 block of southeast Croco Road in rural Shawnee County, according to Sgt. Todd Stallbaumer.

Deputies arrived and set up a perimeter.&nbsp; A deputy attempted to stop a red 2002 Honda Accord that was leaving the area.&nbsp; The Honda was towing an individual on an ATV that matched the description of the suspect.&nbsp; 

One suspect unhooked the ATV and jumped into the passenger side of the Honda.&nbsp;&nbsp; The driver of the Honda failed to stop for deputies, initiating a brief pursuit that ended near southeast 2nd&nbsp;and Rice Road.

The driver, Anthony A. Weems, 21, of Topeka, was arrested on scene.&nbsp; The passenger, Jacobe Calvin Jeffrey Quiring-Grier, 19, of Topeka, fled from the car, initiating a foot pursuit.&nbsp; 

A K9 officer began tracking and Quiring-Grier was arrested a short time later on the levee between southeast Croco Road and Rice Road, according to Stallbaumer.

A firearm was located on Weems.&nbsp; Another firearm was located in the Honda. Weems and Quiring-Grier were transported to the Law Enforcement Center for additional questioning.

While at the Law Enforcement Center, Quiring-Grier became physically combative and officers were forced to deploy a Taser in order to bring him under control.&nbsp; Once Quiring-Grier was subdued, AMR was dispatched and a physical welfare check was completed. Quiring-Grier was transported to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of felony theft, burglary, possession of stolen property, flee and elude, and battery on a law enforcement officer.

Weems is being held on requested charges of felony theft, burglary, possession of stolen property, and flee and elude.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601585260566.png" alt="Weems photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Weems photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY– Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.Just after 6:30a.m. Thursday, a homeowner reported two males possibly burglarizing an outbuilding in the 100 block of southeast Croco Road in rural Shawnee County, according to Sgt. Todd Stallbaumer.Deputies arrived and set up a perimeter.&nbsp; A deputy attempted to stop a red 2002 Honda Accord that was leaving the area.&nbsp; The Honda was towing an individual on an ATV that matched the description of the suspect.&nbsp; One suspect unhooked the ATV and jumped into the passenger side of the Honda.&nbsp;&nbsp; The driver of the Honda failed to stop for deputies, initiating a brief pursuit that ended near southeast 2nd&nbsp;and Rice Road.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601585335475.png" alt="Quiring-Grier-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Quiring-Grier-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>The driver, Anthony A. Weems, 21, of Topeka, was arrested on scene.&nbsp; The passenger, Jacobe Calvin Jeffrey Quiring-Grier, 19, of Topeka, fled from the car, initiating a foot pursuit.&nbsp; A K9 officer began tracking and Quiring-Grier was arrested a short time later on the levee between southeast Croco Road and Rice Road, according to Stallbaumer.A firearm was located on Weems.&nbsp; Another firearm was located in the Honda. Weems and Quiring-Grier were transported to the Law Enforcement Center for additional questioning.While at the Law Enforcement Center, Quiring-Grier became physically combative and officers were forced to deploy a Taser in order to bring him under control.&nbsp; Once Quiring-Grier was subdued, AMR was dispatched and a physical welfare check was completed. Quiring-Grier was transported to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of felony theft, burglary, possession of stolen property, flee and elude, and battery on a law enforcement officer.Weems is being held on requested charges of felony theft, burglary, possession of stolen property, and flee and elude.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deputies use Taser on Kan. burglary suspect after arrest

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting.

Just after 10 p.m. Friday, police responded to a shooting call at a home in the 1300 block of north Volutsia in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

Upon arrival, officers located a 56-year-old man who had been shot. &nbsp;He was taken to an area hospital for medical treatment for serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation revealed unknown suspects began shooting at the residence, striking the victim. &nbsp;Several other individuals inside the home were not injured.

This was not a random incident, according to Davidson. Police have not reported an arrest.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601724237150.png" alt="Police at the scene of the investigation photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police at the scene of the investigation photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting.Just after 10 p.m. Friday, police responded to a shooting call at a home in the 1300 block of north Volutsia in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.Upon arrival, officers located a 56-year-old man who had been shot. &nbsp;He was taken to an area hospital for medical treatment for serious but non-life-threatening injuries.The investigation revealed unknown suspects began shooting at the residence, striking the victim. &nbsp;Several other individuals inside the home were not injured.This was not a random incident, according to Davidson. Police have not reported an arrest.

Police: 56-year-old wounded when suspect shot at Kan. home

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Video of a Kansas City police officer kneeling on the back of a pregnant Black woman while arresting her have led to calls for the officer involved to be fired and reignited demands that the police chief resign. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1601602944860.png" alt="Police responded Thursday a video that shows an officer putting his knee on a woman's back during an arrest Wednesday night. image courtesy KCTV" />
 <figcaption>Police responded Thursday a video that shows an officer putting his knee on a woman's back during an arrest Wednesday night. image courtesy KCTV</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Video of a Kansas City police officer kneeling on the back of a pregnant Black woman while arresting her have led to calls for the officer involved to be fired and reignited demands that the police chief resign. Civil rights groups and the police tell different versions of what happened Wednesday night when the woman was arrested. Police say she interfered while they were trying to arrest a man and while they were trying to handcuff her. The woman's attorney, Stacy Shaw, and others ridiculed that story Friday and said the arrest was another example of the police department's abuse of Black citizens in Kansas City.------KANSAS CITY (AP) — Kansas City police are investigating after videos on social media show an officer kneeling on the back of a pregnant woman while handcuffing her during a confrontation.The officers were arresting a man Wednesday night when the woman “grabbed and touched” the officers, police spokesman Capt. Dave Jackson said Thursday. He said the woman was evaluated and released from a hospital, The Kansas City Star&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/crime/article246154085.html">reported</a>.Jackson said the department has not had a chance to review the officers' video or surveillance video but are taking the incident seriously.He encouraged anyone who was at the scene and wants to voice concerns about what they saw to file complaints with the Office of Community Complaints or the police department.The incident in eastern Kansas City began as a fight between two women at a business. Police cleared the area but a man refused to leave and the woman who is shown in the vehicle would not stop interfering with the arrest, WDAF-TV reported.She and the man were arrested for interfering with the arrest, Jackson said. No names have been released.Civil rights attorney Stacy Shaw posted the video to social media Thursday.“It’s just an example of how the police have no regard for anyone,” Shaw said. “If they are going to do this to a visibly pregnant woman, imagine what they’re doing to the kids out in the street.”