By JIM MCLEAN <a href="https://www.kcur.org/post/kansas-governor-issues-statewide-stay-home-order-which-starts-monday#stream/0">Kansas News Service</a>

<a href="https://governor.kansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/EO20-16.pdf">A stay-at-home order for the entire state of Kansas </a>will take effect 
at 12:01 a.m. Monday, March 30, Gov. Laura Kelly announced Saturday, 
making it one of at least 20 states to ask its residents to conduct only
 essential business.&nbsp;

The executive order, which will last at 
least until April 19, is meant to slow the spread of coronavirus. Kansas
 has surpassed 250 cases of COVID-19 — including two military personnel,
 one from Fort Riley and one from Fort Leavenworth — and has five 
deaths.&nbsp;

Kelly said the order became necessary once projections 
showed confirmed cases of coronavirus could jump to as many as 900 over 
the next week.&nbsp;

“I can’t tell you how much I wish it weren’t 
necessary, but this is our window to ensure Kansas does not suffer the 
terrible fate of other hard-hit states like New York and Missouri,” she 
said at a Statehouse news conference.&nbsp;

More than a dozen counties
 already had stay-at-home orders, covering a large swath of Kansas’ 
population. But Kelly said the “difficult but unavoidable” decision for a
 statewide order was needed to keep from having a network of them, and 
the state order supersedes county orders.&nbsp;

“I left these 
decisions to local health departments for as long as possible,” she 
said. “But the reality is that a patchwork approach is a recipe for 
confusion in our statewide fight to slow the spread of the coronavirus.”

Stay-at-home
 orders mean people by and large should not leave their homes except for
 essential business — work, grocery shopping, seeking medical care or 
taking care of family or friends who are in need. People are allowed to 
exercise outside, but cannot gather in groups larger than 10.

“You can leave your home,” Kelly said. “You can go outside. You’re not under house arrest.”

Kansas’
 neighbors vary when it comes to statewide orders: Colorado’s took 
effect Thursday, while Missouri has left it up to its cities and 
counties, and Nebraska has nothing.&nbsp;

The center of the outbreak 
in Kansas is in Johnson and Wyandotte counties, while so far, the 
western half is largely unaffected. But Kansas officials have said the 
state’s peak in cases may not come until mid- to late April.&nbsp;

Kelly
 said President Donald Trump’s suggestion that life should be allowed to
 return to normal soon in sections of the country where cases remain 
relatively low runs counter to the advice she is receiving from public 
health experts.&nbsp;

“We are making this move now because of what 
we’re seeing here in Kansas and any guidelines from the federal 
government that don’t model this we quite honestly will ignore,” she 
said.&nbsp;

Kelly has been one of the more aggressive governors across the U.S. 
in responding to coronarvirus and was the first to close all K-12 
schools through the end of the 2019-20 school year, moving instruction 
largely online.

Kansas House Republican leadership issued a 
statement Saturday after Kelly’s news conference, saying the Legislative
 Coordinating Council will “carefully assess this executive order and 
the reasons for it.”

“There are no easy decisions in a time like 
this,” House Speaker Ron Ryckman, Majority Leader Dan Hawkins and 
Speaker Pro Tem Blaine Finch said in a statement, “and we must 
diligently work together to strike a balance that is in the best 
interests of all Kansans.”

The Kansas Chamber of Commerce, 
however, said it worked with Kelly’s office to “develop this more 
uniform approach,” which says will help “flatten the curve” and provide 
“consistent supply chain operations for the delivery of groceries, 
medical supplies and other vital products.”

Testing has ramped up
 in Kansas, with the state lab handling 175 samples a day and expecting 
to get up to between 700 and 1,000 daily soon, according to Kansas 
health secretary Lee Norman. State testing is only for high-risk groups,
 like nursing home residents and health care workers; many commercial 
labs and hospitals in Kansas now have the capacity to test now, too.&nbsp;

Kansas
 will soon use up its share of the federally provided personal 
protection equipment for health care workers, like gloves, masks and 
gowns.&nbsp;

“The strategic national stockpile is not an endless 
stockpile, unfortunately,” Norman said Friday. “And again, it’s 
something that we don’t control but we try to make sure we get our 
share.”

Kansas has mandated that people who, as of Friday, 
returned from Colorado (which has more than 1,000 cases) or Louisiana 
(more than 2,700 cases) must self-quarantine for 14 days. Illinois, New 
Jersey, California, Florida, New York state and Washington were already 
on the list, as well as cruises and international locations.

The 
majority of people who get coronavirus have mild or moderate symptoms, 
like a fever, cough and shortness of breath; some report losing their 
sense of smell and taste. These people tend to recover in two weeks. 
More severe cases can have up to six weeks’ recovery time, require 
hospitalization and can lead to death.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://governor.kansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/EO20-16.pdf">HERE</a> to see the order in its entirety.

Kansas News Service reporters Celia Llopis-Jepsen and Daniel Caudill contributed to this report.&nbsp;

Jim
 McLean is the senior correspondent for the Kansas News Service is a 
collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public 
Radio focused on health, the social determinants of health and their 
connection to public policy.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585442211571.jpeg" alt="Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly explains her decision to mandate a statewide stay-at-home order on Saturday. The map shows the counties that have confirmed coronavirus cases.&nbsp; Jim McLean / Kansas News Service &nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly explains her decision to mandate a statewide stay-at-home order on Saturday. The map shows the counties that have confirmed coronavirus cases.&nbsp; Jim McLean / Kansas News Service &nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>By JIM MCLEAN <a href="https://www.kcur.org/post/kansas-governor-issues-statewide-stay-home-order-which-starts-monday#stream/0">Kansas News Service</a><a href="https://governor.kansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/EO20-16.pdf">A stay-at-home order for the entire state of Kansas </a>will take effect 
at 12:01 a.m. Monday, March 30, Gov. Laura Kelly announced Saturday, 
making it one of at least 20 states to ask its residents to conduct only
 essential business.&nbsp;The executive order, which will last at 
least until April 19, is meant to slow the spread of coronavirus. Kansas
 has surpassed 250 cases of COVID-19 — including two military personnel,
 one from Fort Riley and one from Fort Leavenworth — and has five 
deaths.&nbsp;Kelly said the order became necessary once projections 
showed confirmed cases of coronavirus could jump to as many as 900 over 
the next week.&nbsp;“I can’t tell you how much I wish it weren’t 
necessary, but this is our window to ensure Kansas does not suffer the 
terrible fate of other hard-hit states like New York and Missouri,” she 
said at a Statehouse news conference.&nbsp;More than a dozen counties
 already had stay-at-home orders, covering a large swath of Kansas’ 
population. But Kelly said the “difficult but unavoidable” decision for a
 statewide order was needed to keep from having a network of them, and 
the state order supersedes county orders.&nbsp;“I left these 
decisions to local health departments for as long as possible,” she 
said. “But the reality is that a patchwork approach is a recipe for 
confusion in our statewide fight to slow the spread of the coronavirus.”Stay-at-home
 orders mean people by and large should not leave their homes except for
 essential business — work, grocery shopping, seeking medical care or 
taking care of family or friends who are in need. People are allowed to 
exercise outside, but cannot gather in groups larger than 10.“You can leave your home,” Kelly said. “You can go outside. You’re not under house arrest.”Kansas’
 neighbors vary when it comes to statewide orders: Colorado’s took 
effect Thursday, while Missouri has left it up to its cities and 
counties, and Nebraska has nothing.&nbsp;The center of the outbreak 
in Kansas is in Johnson and Wyandotte counties, while so far, the 
western half is largely unaffected. But Kansas officials have said the 
state’s peak in cases may not come until mid- to late April.&nbsp;Kelly
 said President Donald Trump’s suggestion that life should be allowed to
 return to normal soon in sections of the country where cases remain 
relatively low runs counter to the advice she is receiving from public 
health experts.&nbsp;“We are making this move now because of what 
we’re seeing here in Kansas and any guidelines from the federal 
government that don’t model this we quite honestly will ignore,” she 
said.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585442294485.jpeg" alt=" The governor's office is limiting the number of reporters allowed at state briefings. This is what it looked like on Saturday, when the statewide stay-at-home order was announced. Credit Jim McLean / Kansas News Service" />
 <figcaption> The governor's office is limiting the number of reporters allowed at state briefings. This is what it looked like on Saturday, when the statewide stay-at-home order was announced. Credit Jim McLean / Kansas News Service</figcaption>
 </figure>Kelly has been one of the more aggressive governors across the U.S. 
in responding to coronarvirus and was the first to close all K-12 
schools through the end of the 2019-20 school year, moving instruction 
largely online.Kansas House Republican leadership issued a 
statement Saturday after Kelly’s news conference, saying the Legislative
 Coordinating Council will “carefully assess this executive order and 
the reasons for it.”“There are no easy decisions in a time like 
this,” House Speaker Ron Ryckman, Majority Leader Dan Hawkins and 
Speaker Pro Tem Blaine Finch said in a statement, “and we must 
diligently work together to strike a balance that is in the best 
interests of all Kansans.”The Kansas Chamber of Commerce, 
however, said it worked with Kelly’s office to “develop this more 
uniform approach,” which says will help “flatten the curve” and provide 
“consistent supply chain operations for the delivery of groceries, 
medical supplies and other vital products.”Testing has ramped up
 in Kansas, with the state lab handling 175 samples a day and expecting 
to get up to between 700 and 1,000 daily soon, according to Kansas 
health secretary Lee Norman. State testing is only for high-risk groups,
 like nursing home residents and health care workers; many commercial 
labs and hospitals in Kansas now have the capacity to test now, too.&nbsp;Kansas
 will soon use up its share of the federally provided personal 
protection equipment for health care workers, like gloves, masks and 
gowns.&nbsp;“The strategic national stockpile is not an endless 
stockpile, unfortunately,” Norman said Friday. “And again, it’s 
something that we don’t control but we try to make sure we get our 
share.”Kansas has mandated that people who, as of Friday, 
returned from Colorado (which has more than 1,000 cases) or Louisiana 
(more than 2,700 cases) must self-quarantine for 14 days. Illinois, New 
Jersey, California, Florida, New York state and Washington were already 
on the list, as well as cruises and international locations.The 
majority of people who get coronavirus have mild or moderate symptoms, 
like a fever, cough and shortness of breath; some report losing their 
sense of smell and taste. These people tend to recover in two weeks. 
More severe cases can have up to six weeks’ recovery time, require 
hospitalization and can lead to death.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://governor.kansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/EO20-16.pdf">HERE</a> to see the order in its entirety.Kansas News Service reporters Celia Llopis-Jepsen and Daniel Caudill contributed to this report.&nbsp;Jim
 McLean is the senior correspondent for the Kansas News Service is a 
collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public 
Radio focused on health, the social determinants of health and their 
connection to public policy.

Kansas governor issues statewide stay-at-home order

Attorney General William Barr says the Justice Department has already launched investigations into people who are hoarding supplies and price gouging.&nbsp;&nbsp;Barr says, “If you are sitting on a warehouse with surgical masks, you will be hearing a knock on your door."

WASHINGTON (AP) — Thieves steal surgical masks. A clinic sells fake COVID-19 tests. Hate groups encourage sick members to infect law enforcement officers. Imposters pose as public health officials. Con artists peddle fake cures and financial scams.

As the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/VirusOutbreak">coronavirus pandemic&nbsp;</a>spreads, so too do the crimes related to it — transgressions that capitalize on fear, panic and the urge to lay blame, and add to the burden on law enforcement agencies trying to protect vulnerable citizens.

“It is really disheartening in a time like this that someone would take advantage of the community and take them in a time of need,” Tucson, Arizona, Police Sgt. Pete Dugan said.

Everyday life has essentially stopped in many countries in a bid to slow the virus, and some crimes have been declining. But reports of virus-related fraud are on the rise, along with concerns about hate crimes.

U.S. President Donald Trump and others have taken to calling the virus the “Chinese coronavirus,” even as scientists say the disease has nothing to do with Asian ethnicity. But the president dismissed the idea that his comments could fuel hate crimes.

<a href="https://apnews.com/a7c233f0b3bcdb72c06cca6271ba6713">“It’s not racist at all,”</a>&nbsp;Trump has said.

In Los Angeles, a 16-year-old boy of Asian descent said other students bullied him and accused him of carrying the virus. In New York, a man on the subway sprayed an Asian passenger with Febreze and verbally abused him. State Attorney General Letitia James set up a hotline for New Yorkers to report hate crimes in the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/86ca5e1f6032314115176190c380818d">country’s outbreak epicenter</a>.

The Anti-Defamation League, which tracks hate groups, blames the virus for elevating racist and anti-Semitic messages, including suggesting that Jews are somehow responsible for the pandemic. Some hate groups have suggested tainting doorknobs or other surfaces with the virus so FBI and police officers fall ill.

“If any of you get this, I expect you to spend as much time as possible with our enemies,” one wrote.

Hundreds of masks have been stolen in Portland, Oregon, amid&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/6d9382c1e8ee36f9ed1a4dfe7815ceb1">shortages for health care workers</a>. A Missouri man who was coughing told two store clerks he had a high fever. He was arrested after police said he threatened to give the employees coronavirus. People in Pennsylvania and Illinois were accused of similar crimes. Texas prosecutors brought charges against someone who falsely claimed on social media to have tested positive for COVID-19.

In a memo issued Tuesday, Deputy Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen told prosecutors they could charge people who threaten to spread the new coronavirus under U.S. terrorism statutes because the Justice Department considers it a “biological agent” under the law. In such cases, suspects could be charged with a number of offenses, including possessing or developing a biological agent as a weapon, he said.

“Threats or attempt to use COVID-19 as a weapon against Americans will not be tolerated,” Rosen wrote in the memo to U.S. attorneys across the country and the heads of all Justice Department agencies, including the FBI.

Meanwhile, police in Bowie, Maryland, are investigating reports of a man wearing an orange vest and blue surgical mask who approached people at two homes claiming to be inspecting for coronavirus. He actually entered one home before a resident confronted him. A similar scam was sweeping through Germany.

The World Health Organization and other authorities are also working to debunk spurious claims about possible cures. They include false assertions that silver, bleach, and garlic could protect against the coronavirus, or that bananas prevent it.

In Uganda, the parliament speaker endorsed a businessman who said he had discovered a chemical that “instantly kills” the virus. Speaker Rebecca Kadaga announced that the businessman had offered to produce the “treatment” in Uganda and it would go on the market shortly.

Kadaga’s comments were widely mocked because the product is actually a disinfectant, according to the Ugandan firm that will produce the chemical, not to be ingested.

New York officials recently ordered the Jim Bakker television show to stop marketing colloidal silver products. Trump&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/1428c4f6bbc336f446bdb89af51bdad1">himself falsely suggested&nbsp;</a>a drug typically used to treat malaria patients had been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the coronavirus.

Fraudsters purport to collect contaminated banknotes in South Africa. And police busted a clinic selling false testing kits in Kenya.

The United Kingdom’s National Fraud Intelligence Bureau has received more than 100 reports of virus-related scams, with losses totaling more than $1.1 million (970,000 pounds).

“We have already seen fraudsters using the COVID-19 pandemic to scam people looking to buy medical supplies online ... and targeting people who may be vulnerable or increasingly isolated at home,” Graeme Biggar, director general of the National Economic Crime Center in the U.K., said in a statement.

In the U.S., the Justice Department created a central fraud hotline (1-866-720-5721 or disaster@leo.gov) and has ordered U.S. attorneys to appoint special coronavirus fraud coordinators.

Meanwhile, marketing schemers have quickly pivoted to offering “senior care packages” that include hand sanitizer or even a purported vaccine, which doesn’t exist. Some falsely claim that Trump has ordered that seniors get tested.

It’s all a trick to get personal information that can be used to bill federal and state health programs, health officials said.

“It’s a straight-up ruse to get your Medicare number or your Social Security number under the guise of having a test kit or a sanitary kit sent to you,” Christian Schrank, assistant inspector general for investigations at Health and Human Services.

The worldwide outbreak has sickened more than 350,000 people and left more than 15,000 people dead. For most people, the virus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.

The World Health Organization says criminals are increasingly posing as WHO officials in calls and phishing emails to swipe information or money. The United Nations also set up a website to help prevent fraud.

But the warning came too late for an 83-year-old woman in Mannheim, Germany, who was convinced by scammers to hand over a five-figure sum, claiming it was for a relative who had fallen ill. Police, who would not give an exact figure on the stolen euros, said the woman was told that a driver would pick up the money from outside her front door, to avoid possible infection.

By the time she got suspicious, the money was gone.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585143176510.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Attorney General William Barr says the Justice Department has already launched investigations into people who are hoarding supplies and price gouging.&nbsp;&nbsp;Barr says, “If you are sitting on a warehouse with surgical masks, you will be hearing a knock on your door."WASHINGTON (AP) — Thieves steal surgical masks. A clinic sells fake COVID-19 tests. Hate groups encourage sick members to infect law enforcement officers. Imposters pose as public health officials. Con artists peddle fake cures and financial scams.As the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/VirusOutbreak">coronavirus pandemic&nbsp;</a>spreads, so too do the crimes related to it — transgressions that capitalize on fear, panic and the urge to lay blame, and add to the burden on law enforcement agencies trying to protect vulnerable citizens.“It is really disheartening in a time like this that someone would take advantage of the community and take them in a time of need,” Tucson, Arizona, Police Sgt. Pete Dugan said.Everyday life has essentially stopped in many countries in a bid to slow the virus, and some crimes have been declining. But reports of virus-related fraud are on the rise, along with concerns about hate crimes.U.S. President Donald Trump and others have taken to calling the virus the “Chinese coronavirus,” even as scientists say the disease has nothing to do with Asian ethnicity. But the president dismissed the idea that his comments could fuel hate crimes.<a href="https://apnews.com/a7c233f0b3bcdb72c06cca6271ba6713">“It’s not racist at all,”</a>&nbsp;Trump has said.In Los Angeles, a 16-year-old boy of Asian descent said other students bullied him and accused him of carrying the virus. In New York, a man on the subway sprayed an Asian passenger with Febreze and verbally abused him. State Attorney General Letitia James set up a hotline for New Yorkers to report hate crimes in the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/86ca5e1f6032314115176190c380818d">country’s outbreak epicenter</a>.The Anti-Defamation League, which tracks hate groups, blames the virus for elevating racist and anti-Semitic messages, including suggesting that Jews are somehow responsible for the pandemic. Some hate groups have suggested tainting doorknobs or other surfaces with the virus so FBI and police officers fall ill.“If any of you get this, I expect you to spend as much time as possible with our enemies,” one wrote.Hundreds of masks have been stolen in Portland, Oregon, amid&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/6d9382c1e8ee36f9ed1a4dfe7815ceb1">shortages for health care workers</a>. A Missouri man who was coughing told two store clerks he had a high fever. He was arrested after police said he threatened to give the employees coronavirus. People in Pennsylvania and Illinois were accused of similar crimes. Texas prosecutors brought charges against someone who falsely claimed on social media to have tested positive for COVID-19.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585145128626.png" alt="Counterfeit COVID-19 test kits intercepted at Los Angeles International airport -photo courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection" />
 <figcaption>Counterfeit COVID-19 test kits intercepted at Los Angeles International airport -photo courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection</figcaption>
 </figure>In a memo issued Tuesday, Deputy Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen told prosecutors they could charge people who threaten to spread the new coronavirus under U.S. terrorism statutes because the Justice Department considers it a “biological agent” under the law. In such cases, suspects could be charged with a number of offenses, including possessing or developing a biological agent as a weapon, he said.“Threats or attempt to use COVID-19 as a weapon against Americans will not be tolerated,” Rosen wrote in the memo to U.S. attorneys across the country and the heads of all Justice Department agencies, including the FBI.Meanwhile, police in Bowie, Maryland, are investigating reports of a man wearing an orange vest and blue surgical mask who approached people at two homes claiming to be inspecting for coronavirus. He actually entered one home before a resident confronted him. A similar scam was sweeping through Germany.The World Health Organization and other authorities are also working to debunk spurious claims about possible cures. They include false assertions that silver, bleach, and garlic could protect against the coronavirus, or that bananas prevent it.In Uganda, the parliament speaker endorsed a businessman who said he had discovered a chemical that “instantly kills” the virus. Speaker Rebecca Kadaga announced that the businessman had offered to produce the “treatment” in Uganda and it would go on the market shortly.Kadaga’s comments were widely mocked because the product is actually a disinfectant, according to the Ugandan firm that will produce the chemical, not to be ingested.New York officials recently ordered the Jim Bakker television show to stop marketing colloidal silver products. Trump&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/1428c4f6bbc336f446bdb89af51bdad1">himself falsely suggested&nbsp;</a>a drug typically used to treat malaria patients had been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the coronavirus.Fraudsters purport to collect contaminated banknotes in South Africa. And police busted a clinic selling false testing kits in Kenya.The United Kingdom’s National Fraud Intelligence Bureau has received more than 100 reports of virus-related scams, with losses totaling more than $1.1 million (970,000 pounds).“We have already seen fraudsters using the COVID-19 pandemic to scam people looking to buy medical supplies online ... and targeting people who may be vulnerable or increasingly isolated at home,” Graeme Biggar, director general of the National Economic Crime Center in the U.K., said in a statement.In the U.S., the Justice Department created a central fraud hotline (1-866-720-5721 or disaster@leo.gov) and has ordered U.S. attorneys to appoint special coronavirus fraud coordinators.Meanwhile, marketing schemers have quickly pivoted to offering “senior care packages” that include hand sanitizer or even a purported vaccine, which doesn’t exist. Some falsely claim that Trump has ordered that seniors get tested.It’s all a trick to get personal information that can be used to bill federal and state health programs, health officials said.“It’s a straight-up ruse to get your Medicare number or your Social Security number under the guise of having a test kit or a sanitary kit sent to you,” Christian Schrank, assistant inspector general for investigations at Health and Human Services.The worldwide outbreak has sickened more than 350,000 people and left more than 15,000 people dead. For most people, the virus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.The World Health Organization says criminals are increasingly posing as WHO officials in calls and phishing emails to swipe information or money. The United Nations also set up a website to help prevent fraud.But the warning came too late for an 83-year-old woman in Mannheim, Germany, who was convinced by scammers to hand over a five-figure sum, claiming it was for a relative who had fallen ill. Police, who would not give an exact figure on the stolen euros, said the woman was told that a driver would pick up the money from outside her front door, to avoid possible infection.By the time she got suspicious, the money was gone.___

Coronavirus-related crimes capitalize on global fear, panic

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged sexual assault and have a suspect in custody.

At approximately 1230 a.m., March 21, officers responded to an alleged rape that occurred in the 9000 block of West Kellogg in Wichita, according to officer Paul Cruz. Upon the officer's arrival, an 18-year-old female victim who reports being raped by 38-year-old Lyle P. McClanahan of Wichita.

Through the investigation, officers learned the victim met McClanahan through a dating app. The victim told police that the suspect picked her up and took her to a separate location where she was sexually assaulted.&nbsp;

Police arrested McClanahan of Wichita on requested charges of of rape, attempted aggravated criminal sodomy, possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana, according to Cruz. He remains in custody on a $150,000 bond<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=107088">, according to online jail records.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585328942360.png" alt="McClanahan photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>McClanahan photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged sexual assault and have a suspect in custody.At approximately 1230 a.m., March 21, officers responded to an alleged rape that occurred in the 9000 block of West Kellogg in Wichita, according to officer Paul Cruz. Upon the officer's arrival, an 18-year-old female victim who reports being raped by 38-year-old Lyle P. McClanahan of Wichita.Through the investigation, officers learned the victim met McClanahan through a dating app. The victim told police that the suspect picked her up and took her to a separate location where she was sexually assaulted.&nbsp;Police arrested McClanahan of Wichita on requested charges of of rape, attempted aggravated criminal sodomy, possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana, according to Cruz. He remains in custody on a $150,000 bond<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=107088">, according to online jail records.</a>

Kansas man accused of raping teen he met on dating app

FINNEY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities investigating an alleged assault have made an arrest.

On March 23, police asked the public for help to locate&nbsp; Carlos Manuel Juarez, 31, in connection with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, criminal threat and interference with law enforcement in Garden City, according to Lt. Jason Chase.

On Friday, police reported his arrest. He is being held on requested charges that include Use of a deadly weapon: Domestic battery, Knowing rude physical contact w/ family member or dating relationship: Criminal damage to property,&nbsp; Aggravated assault, Interference with Law Enforcement Officer, obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution:Criminal threat.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585422759031.png" alt="Juarez photo Finney County" />
 <figcaption>Juarez photo Finney County</figcaption>
 </figure>FINNEY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities investigating an alleged assault have made an arrest.On March 23, police asked the public for help to locate&nbsp; Carlos Manuel Juarez, 31, in connection with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, criminal threat and interference with law enforcement in Garden City, according to Lt. Jason Chase.On Friday, police reported his arrest. He is being held on requested charges that include Use of a deadly weapon: Domestic battery, Knowing rude physical contact w/ family member or dating relationship: Criminal damage to property,&nbsp; Aggravated assault, Interference with Law Enforcement Officer, obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution:Criminal threat.

Police capture SW Kansas criminal threat suspect

SEDGWICK COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigting an armed robbery and have made an arrest.

Just after 10 a.m. Monday, police responded to an armed robbery call&nbsp; Little Caesar’s in the 2500 block of South Seneca, according to officer Charley Davidson.

A 37-year-old female employee told police as she exited the back of the business, a suspect later identified as 41-year-old Joshua Freimark got out of a white four-door sedan and approached her.&nbsp; 

Freimark then pushed her to the ground, pointed a gun at her, took the bank money bag she was holding, and fled on foot.&nbsp; 

An unknown person driving the white sedan also fled.&nbsp; The employee sustained minor injuries.

A WPD officer was following up on information regarding the robbery and learned of Freimark’s involvement.

On Thursday, officers located&nbsp; Freimark at his home on in the 3800 block of East Ross Parkway and arrested him without incident.&nbsp; Officers also recovered two handguns, two ballistic vests, two rifles, a sawed-off shotgun, and ammunition inside the home.&nbsp;

Freimark is being held on a requested charge of aggravated robbery.

He has previously been arrested and convicted on charges that include aggravated battery, aggravated robbery, criminal possession of a firearm, possession of drugs, driving while suspended and driving while a habitual violator, according to Davidson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585321526386.png" alt="Freimark-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Freimark-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigting an armed robbery and have made an arrest.Just after 10 a.m. Monday, police responded to an armed robbery call&nbsp; Little Caesar’s in the 2500 block of South Seneca, according to officer Charley Davidson.A 37-year-old female employee told police as she exited the back of the business, a suspect later identified as 41-year-old Joshua Freimark got out of a white four-door sedan and approached her.&nbsp; Freimark then pushed her to the ground, pointed a gun at her, took the bank money bag she was holding, and fled on foot.&nbsp; An unknown person driving the white sedan also fled.&nbsp; The employee sustained minor injuries.A WPD officer was following up on information regarding the robbery and learned of Freimark’s involvement.On Thursday, officers located&nbsp; Freimark at his home on in the 3800 block of East Ross Parkway and arrested him without incident.&nbsp; Officers also recovered two handguns, two ballistic vests, two rifles, a sawed-off shotgun, and ammunition inside the home.&nbsp;Freimark is being held on a requested charge of aggravated robbery.He has previously been arrested and convicted on charges that include aggravated battery, aggravated robbery, criminal possession of a firearm, possession of drugs, driving while suspended and driving while a habitual violator, according to Davidson.

Police arrest Kan. man who stole business bank deposit bag 

A chase that reached speeds over 100 mph Thursday afternoon through two counties on Interstate 70 led to an arrest in Ellis County.

At 3:18 p.m., a Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper recorded a speed of over 100 mph of a 2015 black Audi with Florida tags traveling westbound on I-70 near Bunker Hill, according to KHP trooper Tod Hileman.

When the trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver fled westbound into Ellis County.

With the assistance of the Ellis County Sheriff's Office stop sticks were deployed on two overpasses near Victoria, Hileman said.&nbsp;

The driver avoided the first set, but drove over the second, deflating one tire and separating the tread from the tire.

The driver then stopped the vehicle near milepost 167.

Jerome Rhone, 27, Jacksonville, Fla., was placed under arrest without further incident at 3:33 p.m. on suspicion of felony flee and elude law enforcement, transportation of an open container of alcohol, driving with a suspended license, speeding, and unsafe passing in the right-hand lane.

A passenger in the vehicle was not charged and released.

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 </figure>Submitted photoBy JAMES BELLHays PostA chase that reached speeds over 100 mph Thursday afternoon through two counties on Interstate 70 led to an arrest in Ellis County.At 3:18 p.m., a Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper recorded a speed of over 100 mph of a 2015 black Audi with Florida tags traveling westbound on I-70 near Bunker Hill, according to KHP trooper Tod Hileman.When the trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver fled westbound into Ellis County.With the assistance of the Ellis County Sheriff's Office stop sticks were deployed on two overpasses near Victoria, Hileman said.&nbsp;The driver avoided the first set, but drove over the second, deflating one tire and separating the tread from the tire.The driver then stopped the vehicle near milepost 167.Jerome Rhone, 27, Jacksonville, Fla., was placed under arrest without further incident at 3:33 p.m. on suspicion of felony flee and elude law enforcement, transportation of an open container of alcohol, driving with a suspended license, speeding, and unsafe passing in the right-hand lane.A passenger in the vehicle was not charged and released.

Chase at 100mph on I-70 leads to arrest

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a&nbsp; home invasion attack and have five suspects in custody.

On November 29, 2019, police responded to a burglary report at a storage facility in the 1800 block of West 21st&nbsp;Street North in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp; 

&nbsp;A 19-year-old female employee of the storage facility&nbsp; reported a burglary of two storage units at the business.&nbsp; Through the investigation, investigators learned of 36-year-old Mikeal Brown’s involvement in the burglaries.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Just after 10 p.m. on Wednesday March 25, officers responded to a residential robbery call at a home in the 3900 block of West 13th&nbsp;Street North in Wichita.&nbsp; 

Upon arrival, officers located a damaged front door on the home and contacted a 35-year-old resident.&nbsp; She reported the front door being forced open, and several known individuals entering her home, battering her, and taking items.&nbsp;

Police quickly were able locate five suspects and arrest Brown on two counts of aggravated burglary, two counts of theft, and one count of robbery, according to Davidson.

Police also arrested 40-year-old Jason Stone of Wichita on one count of robbery; 56-year-old Brenda Dickerson of Wichita on charges of robbery and domestic battery; Calvin Allen of Wichita for one count of robbery, and Sherika Barnes of Wichita on charges of robbery and domestic battery.

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a&nbsp; home invasion attack and have five suspects in custody.On November 29, 2019, police responded to a burglary report at a storage facility in the 1800 block of West 21st&nbsp;Street North in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp; <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585251232190.png" alt="Barnes-photo&nbsp;" />
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 </figure>&nbsp;A 19-year-old female employee of the storage facility&nbsp; reported a burglary of two storage units at the business.&nbsp; Through the investigation, investigators learned of 36-year-old Mikeal Brown’s involvement in the burglaries.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585251118962.png" alt="Dickerson photo Sedgwick County" />
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 </figure>Just after 10 p.m. on Wednesday March 25, officers responded to a residential robbery call at a home in the 3900 block of West 13th&nbsp;Street North in Wichita.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers located a damaged front door on the home and contacted a 35-year-old resident.&nbsp; She reported the front door being forced open, and several known individuals entering her home, battering her, and taking items.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585251701169.png" alt="Stone-photo Sedgwick Co." />
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 </figure>Police quickly were able locate five suspects and arrest Brown on two counts of aggravated burglary, two counts of theft, and one count of robbery, according to Davidson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585251174577.png" alt="Allen photo Sedgwick County" />
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 </figure>Police also arrested 40-year-old Jason Stone of Wichita on one count of robbery; 56-year-old Brenda Dickerson of Wichita on charges of robbery and domestic battery; Calvin Allen of Wichita for one count of robbery, and Sherika Barnes of Wichita on charges of robbery and domestic battery.&nbsp;

Police arrest 5 for home invasion attack on Kansas woman

BELTON, Mo. (AP) — A man fatally injured by the FBI was planning a bomb attack on a medical facility in the Kansas City area, the agency said in a news release Wednesday.

Timothy Wilson, 36, was injured Tuesday when FBI agents served a probable cause arrest warrant in Belton after a long-running domestic terrorism investigation, according to a statement Wednesday from Timothy Langan, special agent in charge of the FBI's Kansas City office.

The statement did not detail what happened when agents served the warrant, but said Wilson was armed when he was injured and died later at a hospital.

A monthslong investigation determined that Wilson was a potentially violent extremist, motivated by religious, racial and anti-government beliefs, according to the statement. He had planned for several months to carry out a bombing and decided to target a Kansas City-area hospital using a “vehicle-borne” improvised explosive.

Wilson chose a hospital that was providing critical care during the current coronavirus pandemic and had taken steps to acquire materials to build the bomb in an attempt to cause “severe harm and mass casualties,” according to the statement.

The FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force kept close watch on Wilson and was prepared to arrest him when he tried to pick up what he thought was a bomb, although there was no bomb, the statement said. The FBI worked with federal prosecutors in the U.S. Attorneys office in Kansas City during the investigation.

KANSAS CITY (AP) — Authorities say one person is dead after a shooting involving an FBI agent south of Kansas City.

The FBI said in a statement that the shooting happened Tuesday in Belton.

FBI spokeswoman Bridget Patton said the person who was shot died at a hospital. No one else was hurt.

The FBI released no other details, including why agents responded to the area and what led up to the shooting. The agency says the shooting is under investigation.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585227846641.png" alt="Authorities on the scene of Wednesday's investigation <a href="https://fox4kc.com/news/fbi-says-man-who-died-in-agent-involved-shooting-tuesday-in-belton-was-domestic-terror-suspect/">photo courtesy Fox4 Kansas City</a>" />
 <figcaption>Authorities on the scene of Wednesday's investigation <a href="https://fox4kc.com/news/fbi-says-man-who-died-in-agent-involved-shooting-tuesday-in-belton-was-domestic-terror-suspect/">photo courtesy Fox4 Kansas City</a></figcaption>
 </figure>BELTON, Mo. (AP) — A man fatally injured by the FBI was planning a bomb attack on a medical facility in the Kansas City area, the agency said in a news release Wednesday.Timothy Wilson, 36, was injured Tuesday when FBI agents served a probable cause arrest warrant in Belton after a long-running domestic terrorism investigation, according to a statement Wednesday from Timothy Langan, special agent in charge of the FBI's Kansas City office.The statement did not detail what happened when agents served the warrant, but said Wilson was armed when he was injured and died later at a hospital.A monthslong investigation determined that Wilson was a potentially violent extremist, motivated by religious, racial and anti-government beliefs, according to the statement. He had planned for several months to carry out a bombing and decided to target a Kansas City-area hospital using a “vehicle-borne” improvised explosive.Wilson chose a hospital that was providing critical care during the current coronavirus pandemic and had taken steps to acquire materials to build the bomb in an attempt to cause “severe harm and mass casualties,” according to the statement.The FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force kept close watch on Wilson and was prepared to arrest him when he tried to pick up what he thought was a bomb, although there was no bomb, the statement said. The FBI worked with federal prosecutors in the U.S. Attorneys office in Kansas City during the investigation.No further details were released.--------KANSAS CITY (AP) — Authorities say one person is dead after a shooting involving an FBI agent south of Kansas City.The FBI said in a statement that the shooting happened Tuesday in Belton.FBI spokeswoman Bridget Patton said the person who was shot died at a hospital. No one else was hurt.The FBI released no other details, including why agents responded to the area and what led up to the shooting. The agency says the shooting is under investigation.

Update: Man killed by the FBI was planning KC hospital bombing

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

Just before 11a.m. Monday, police responded to a burglary in progress call at a home in the 3700 block of East Kellogg, according to officer Charley Davidson.

A 26-year-old female resident reported arriving home and seeing a suspect later identified as 30-year-old Raymond Polo going through a vehicle in her driveway and a second unknown male by an exterior shed.&nbsp; 

The victim said both suspects fled on foot after she arrived.&nbsp; Items were discovered to be missing from the vehicle and an unattached garage.&nbsp; Additionally, things inside the home had been moved and gone through.

Officers located&nbsp; Polo in the area, and arrested him.&nbsp; 

Officers found stolen items and property belonging to Polo in the area where he was arrested.&nbsp; Additionally, Polo has been previously arrested and convicted on charges that include criminal possession of a weapon, criminal threat, criminal trespass, theft, burglary, and aggravated escape from custody, according to Davidson.

Police is in custody on requested charges of burglary, aggravated weapons violation, theft, theft from a vehicle, a Kansas Department of Corrections Arrest and Detain order, and an outstanding warrant, according to Davidson.

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 <figcaption>Polo photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have made an arrest.Just before 11a.m. Monday, police responded to a burglary in progress call at a home in the 3700 block of East Kellogg, according to officer Charley Davidson.A 26-year-old female resident reported arriving home and seeing a suspect later identified as 30-year-old Raymond Polo going through a vehicle in her driveway and a second unknown male by an exterior shed.&nbsp; The victim said both suspects fled on foot after she arrived.&nbsp; Items were discovered to be missing from the vehicle and an unattached garage.&nbsp; Additionally, things inside the home had been moved and gone through.Officers located&nbsp; Polo in the area, and arrested him.&nbsp; Officers found stolen items and property belonging to Polo in the area where he was arrested.&nbsp; Additionally, Polo has been previously arrested and convicted on charges that include criminal possession of a weapon, criminal threat, criminal trespass, theft, burglary, and aggravated escape from custody, according to Davidson.Police is in custody on requested charges of burglary, aggravated weapons violation, theft, theft from a vehicle, a Kansas Department of Corrections Arrest and Detain order, and an outstanding warrant, according to Davidson.

Police: Kansas woman discovers felon had been in her home

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO.&nbsp;(AP) — Human remains found in Florida are believed to be those of a Colorado boy reported missing in January by his stepmother, who was later arrested and charged with killing him, authorities said Friday.

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office said the remains of 11-year-old Gannon Stauch were found in Pace, on the Florida Panhandle. Investigators are asking for information from anyone who saw the boy's stepmother, Letecia Stauch, in Pace or nearby Pensacola between Feb. 3 and Feb. 5.

Stauch reported Gannon missing Jan. 27, saying he never returned to his Colorado Springs home after leaving to go to a friend’s house. Authorities initially called him a runaway but three days later said he was considered missing and endangered due to his age, the amount of time he had been gone and his dependence on medication. After a search that lasted for weeks came up empty, investigators presumed the boy was dead and arrested the stepmother in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina&nbsp;on March 2.

She is being represented by the state public defender’s office, which does not comment on cases.

Stauch was brought back to Colorado and charged with first-degree murder, child abuse resulting in death, tampering with a body and tampering with physical evidence. FBI Denver special agent Dean Phillips has said “all evidence points to the disappearance of Gannon being foul play.”

During her return trip to Colorado, Stauch was held overnight March 4, in the Saline County Kansas jail, according to online booking records.

A judge sealed the sworn statement that explains the reason for Stauch's arrest, and investigators and prosecutors have declined to discuss the details of the case. News organizations, including The Associated Press, are suing for the release of the document.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1583413880453.png" alt="Stauch was held in Salina during her extradition to Colorado-photo Saline County Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Stauch was held in Salina during her extradition to Colorado-photo Saline County Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO.&nbsp;(AP) — Human remains found in Florida are believed to be those of a Colorado boy reported missing in January by his stepmother, who was later arrested and charged with killing him, authorities said Friday.The El Paso County Sheriff's Office said the remains of 11-year-old Gannon Stauch were found in Pace, on the Florida Panhandle. Investigators are asking for information from anyone who saw the boy's stepmother, Letecia Stauch, in Pace or nearby Pensacola between Feb. 3 and Feb. 5.Stauch reported Gannon missing Jan. 27, saying he never returned to his Colorado Springs home after leaving to go to a friend’s house. Authorities initially called him a runaway but three days later said he was considered missing and endangered due to his age, the amount of time he had been gone and his dependence on medication. After a search that lasted for weeks came up empty, investigators presumed the boy was dead and arrested the stepmother in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina&nbsp;on March 2.She is being represented by the state public defender’s office, which does not comment on cases.Stauch was brought back to Colorado and charged with first-degree murder, child abuse resulting in death, tampering with a body and tampering with physical evidence. FBI Denver special agent Dean Phillips has said “all evidence points to the disappearance of Gannon being foul play.”During her return trip to Colorado, Stauch was held overnight March 4, in the Saline County Kansas jail, according to online booking records.A judge sealed the sworn statement that explains the reason for Stauch's arrest, and investigators and prosecutors have declined to discuss the details of the case. News organizations, including The Associated Press, are suing for the release of the document.

Remains of missing Colorado boy found in Florida

Dorzee Hill is described as a black male, 40 years of age, approximately 5-foot-10 and 23o pounds.

KANSAS CITY – FBI Kansas City Special Agent in Charge Timothy Langan announced Friday that the FBI is offering $10,000 for information leading to the arrest, prosecution, and conviction of Dorzee Hill and Otis Ponds. This is a $5,000 increase in the reward amount previously offered for Hill and Ponds, announced to the public on&nbsp;On March 6, 2020.

Otis Ponds, a/k/a “Wack” is described as a black male, 41 years of age, approximately 6-foot-2 and 200 pounds

Hill and Ponds were indicted on federal charges on February 26, 2020 in the United States District Court, District of Kansas. These fugitives are two of the 24 individuals who were indicted in a major drug-trafficking conspiracy that was announced

March 4, 2020, by the United States Attorney’s Office, District of Kansas. Members of the public are cautioned not to confront these individuals, but to contact law enforcement immediately as they should be considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of any of these individuals shouldc&nbsp;ontact FBI Wichita at (316) 262-0031, the Crime Stoppers TIPS Hotline at 316-267- 2111 or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. 

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 </figure>Dorzee Hill is described as a black male, 40 years of age, approximately 5-foot-10 and 23o pounds.KANSAS CITY – FBI Kansas City Special Agent in Charge Timothy Langan announced Friday that the FBI is offering $10,000 for information leading to the arrest, prosecution, and conviction of Dorzee Hill and Otis Ponds. This is a $5,000 increase in the reward amount previously offered for Hill and Ponds, announced to the public on&nbsp;On March 6, 2020.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1584742173150.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>Otis Ponds, a/k/a “Wack” is described as a black male, 41 years of age, approximately 6-foot-2 and 200 poundsHill and Ponds were indicted on federal charges on February 26, 2020 in the United States District Court, District of Kansas. These fugitives are two of the 24 individuals who were indicted in a major drug-trafficking conspiracy that was announcedMarch 4, 2020, by the United States Attorney’s Office, District of Kansas. Members of the public are cautioned not to confront these individuals, but to contact law enforcement immediately as they should be considered armed and dangerous.Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of any of these individuals shouldc&nbsp;ontact FBI Wichita at (316) 262-0031, the Crime Stoppers TIPS Hotline at 316-267- 2111 or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov.

FBI in KC offering reward for info leading to the arrest of fugitives

SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a a vehicle theft and have made an arrest.

Just after 1 p.m., Wednesday, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office located a stolen blue 2014 Ford Explorer with a trailer attached near NE Gordon Street and NE Monroe Street, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. 

Deputies confirmed the vehicle’s tag was also reported stolen from a blue 2015 Ford Explorer. Unknown narcotics were found inside the stolen vehicle.

The suspected stolen trailer was described as a white Haulmark single axle enclosed trailer, approximately six feet wide by 12 feet long. It appears at one time the trailer had lettering stating "Tiny's Trades".

A short time later, a woman matching the description of the driver was located in the area. Officers identified the suspect as Tena M. Moppin, 36, of Topeka.

Deputies arrested Moppin for an outstanding warrant and on requested charges of theft of a motor vehicle, identity theft, possession of a stimulant drug, possession of unlawful drug paraphernalia, and interference with a law enforcement officer, according to Christian.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1584701094552.png" alt="Moppin photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Moppin photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a a vehicle theft and have made an arrest.Just after 1 p.m., Wednesday, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office located a stolen blue 2014 Ford Explorer with a trailer attached near NE Gordon Street and NE Monroe Street, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. Deputies confirmed the vehicle’s tag was also reported stolen from a blue 2015 Ford Explorer. Unknown narcotics were found inside the stolen vehicle.The suspected stolen trailer was described as a white Haulmark single axle enclosed trailer, approximately six feet wide by 12 feet long. It appears at one time the trailer had lettering stating "Tiny's Trades".A short time later, a woman matching the description of the driver was located in the area. Officers identified the suspect as Tena M. Moppin, 36, of Topeka.Deputies arrested Moppin for an outstanding warrant and on requested charges of theft of a motor vehicle, identity theft, possession of a stimulant drug, possession of unlawful drug paraphernalia, and interference with a law enforcement officer, according to Christian.

Sheriff: Deputies arrest Kansas woman after locating stolen SUV

DOUGLAS COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a stabbing and have a suspect in custody.

Just after 2:00 p.m., Friday officers from the Lawrence Police Department were dispatched to an emergency at a residence in the 700 block of W. 25th&nbsp;Street, according to police spokesman Patrick Compton.

Upon their arrival, they discovered two victims who had sustained injuries consistent with a sharp object.

One male victim was transported via helicopter to an area hospital with life-threating injuries and remains in critical condition. A female victim was treated at the scene.

Police arrested a 31-year-old black male on requeste charges of battery, aggravated battery, criminal damage to property and interference with a law enforcement officer.

The circumstances surrounding this incident are unknown, according to Compton. Police released no additional details.

DOUGLAS COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a stabbing and have a suspect in custody.Just after 2:00 p.m., Friday officers from the Lawrence Police Department were dispatched to an emergency at a residence in the 700 block of W. 25th&nbsp;Street, according to police spokesman Patrick Compton.Upon their arrival, they discovered two victims who had sustained injuries consistent with a sharp object.One male victim was transported via helicopter to an area hospital with life-threating injuries and remains in critical condition. A female victim was treated at the scene.Police arrested a 31-year-old black male on requeste charges of battery, aggravated battery, criminal damage to property and interference with a law enforcement officer.The circumstances surrounding this incident are unknown, according to Compton. Police released no additional details.

Kansas man air-lifted to hospital after stabbing

MANHATTAN, KAN. – The Riley County Police Department is investigating a murder and have arrested three people.

Just after 10p.m. November 1, the Riley County Police Department Emergency Dispatch center received multiple 911 calls concerning the sound of a gunshot in the 1400 block of Cambridge Place in Manhattan, according to a media release.

When officers arrived on scene, they found 24-year-old, Tanner Zamecnik, suffering from a gunshot wound and died.

Through detailed investigation officers made the initial arrest of Richard Goens, 29, of Manhattan, within 12 hours of the crime occurring.

Goens is being held on a $1 million bond for First-Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault x3, and Aggravated Robbery.&nbsp;

On Thursday, police arrested Shamar Sutton, 45, Manhattan, on requested charges of "Murder in the 1st degree; In the commission of a felony Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon Aggravated Robbery; Armed w/ dangerous weapon and Aggravated battery; Reckless deadly weapon cause grt body harm/disfig/death Criminal discharge of firearm; Occupied vehicle w great bodily harm," According to the Riley County Police Department arrest report.

On Thursday afternoon, police arrested Jaylon M. Hitsman, 20, Manhattan, and Dylan A. Hitsman, 20, Abilene, on similar charges.

All three are being held on bonds of $250,000, according to the arrest report.

RILEY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a murder in Manhattan and have three in custody.

Just after 11a.m. Thursday police arrested Shamar Sutton, 45, Manhattan, on requested charges of "Murder in the 1st degree; In the commission of a felony Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon Aggravated Robbery; Armed w/ dangerous weapon and Aggravated battery; Reckless deadly weapon cause grt body harm/disfig/death Criminal discharge of firearm; Occupied vehicle w great bodily harm," According to the Riley County Police Department arrest report.

Check the post for additional details as they become available.

MANHATTAN, KAN. – The Riley County Police Department is investigating a murder and have arrested three people.Just after 10p.m. November 1, the Riley County Police Department Emergency Dispatch center received multiple 911 calls concerning the sound of a gunshot in the 1400 block of Cambridge Place in Manhattan, according to a media release.When officers arrived on scene, they found 24-year-old, Tanner Zamecnik, suffering from a gunshot wound and died.Through detailed investigation officers made the initial arrest of Richard Goens, 29, of Manhattan, within 12 hours of the crime occurring.Goens is being held on a $1 million bond for First-Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault x3, and Aggravated Robbery.&nbsp;On Thursday, police arrested Shamar Sutton, 45, Manhattan, on requested charges of "Murder in the 1st degree; In the commission of a felony Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon Aggravated Robbery; Armed w/ dangerous weapon and Aggravated battery; Reckless deadly weapon cause grt body harm/disfig/death Criminal discharge of firearm; Occupied vehicle w great bodily harm," According to the Riley County Police Department arrest report.On Thursday afternoon, police arrested Jaylon M. Hitsman, 20, Manhattan, and Dylan A. Hitsman, 20, Abilene, on similar charges.All three are being held on bonds of $250,000, according to the arrest report.-------RILEY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a murder in Manhattan and have three in custody.Just after 11a.m. Thursday police arrested Shamar Sutton, 45, Manhattan, on requested charges of "Murder in the 1st degree; In the commission of a felony Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon Aggravated Robbery; Armed w/ dangerous weapon and Aggravated battery; Reckless deadly weapon cause grt body harm/disfig/death Criminal discharge of firearm; Occupied vehicle w great bodily harm," According to the Riley County Police Department arrest report.On Thursday afternoon, police arrested Jaylon M. Hitsman, 20, Manhattan, and Dylan A. Hitsman, 20, Abilene, on similar charges.All three are being held on bonds of $250,000, according to the arrest report.Check the post for additional details as they become available.

UPDATE: 3 more jailed for November shooting death in Manhattan

TOPEKA—The Kansas Supreme Court Thursday issued&nbsp;<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/maDyoBUplXL_RC55P8gYjCWfUKCV7oyxOfbdfNVAwus" target="_blank">Administrative Order 2020-PR-016</a>&nbsp;directing all district and appellate courts to cease all but emergency operations until further order.

The only exception is jury trials that are currently under way. They may proceed to conclusion, but no other criminal or civil jury trials will be scheduled until further order.

The Supreme Court anticipates the order to remain in effect for at least two weeks, at which time it will be reevaluated.&nbsp;

“This is an extraordinary measure to match the gravity of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Chief Justice Marla Luckert. “We have a duty to protect the people who come into our courthouses and courtrooms, as well as our employees and judges. This action allows courts to fulfill core functions while reducing in-person contact.”

Emergency operations are outlined in the Administrative Order, and generally include:

Referenced in the Administrative Order is 2020 House Substitute for Senate Bill 102. On its publication, the court’s Administrative Order will have the effect of suspending until further order all statutes of limitations and statutory time standards or deadlines that apply to conducting or processing judicial proceedings.

During the effective dates of the order, no action will be dismissed for lack of prosecution.

People who have business with a court are urged to try completing that business online, by phone, or by mail. If that’s not possible, the person can call the court for direction. A limited number of staff will be available to answer questions.

Chief judges of district courts are charged with identifying essential personnel—both judges and employees—needed to fulfill emergency operations.

The Administrative Order also applies to appellate courts, including the Supreme Court. Emergency operations for the appellate courts include:

“It is through our collective action that we will slow COVID-19’s spread,” Luckert said. “The courts will continue to serve the people of Kansas, but in a way that protects all of us.”

TOPEKA—The Kansas Supreme Court Thursday issued&nbsp;<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/maDyoBUplXL_RC55P8gYjCWfUKCV7oyxOfbdfNVAwus" target="_blank">Administrative Order 2020-PR-016</a>&nbsp;directing all district and appellate courts to cease all but emergency operations until further order.The only exception is jury trials that are currently under way. They may proceed to conclusion, but no other criminal or civil jury trials will be scheduled until further order.The Supreme Court anticipates the order to remain in effect for at least two weeks, at which time it will be reevaluated.&nbsp;“This is an extraordinary measure to match the gravity of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Chief Justice Marla Luckert. “We have a duty to protect the people who come into our courthouses and courtrooms, as well as our employees and judges. This action allows courts to fulfill core functions while reducing in-person contact.”Emergency operations are outlined in the Administrative Order, and generally include:<ol>
 <li>determining probable cause for persons arrested without a warrant;</li><li>first appearances;</li><li>bond hearings;</li><li>warrants for adults and juveniles;</li><li>juvenile detention hearings;</li><li>care and treatment emergency orders;</li><li>protection from abuse and protection from stalking temporary orders;</li><li>child in need of care hearings and orders;</li><li>considering petitions to waive notice for abortions by minors;</li><li>commitment of sexually violent predators; and</li><li>isolation and quarantine hearings and orders.</li>
 </ol>Referenced in the Administrative Order is 2020 House Substitute for Senate Bill 102. On its publication, the court’s Administrative Order will have the effect of suspending until further order all statutes of limitations and statutory time standards or deadlines that apply to conducting or processing judicial proceedings.During the effective dates of the order, no action will be dismissed for lack of prosecution.People who have business with a court are urged to try completing that business online, by phone, or by mail. If that’s not possible, the person can call the court for direction. A limited number of staff will be available to answer questions.Chief judges of district courts are charged with identifying essential personnel—both judges and employees—needed to fulfill emergency operations.The Administrative Order also applies to appellate courts, including the Supreme Court. Emergency operations for the appellate courts include:<ol>
 <li>Appeals, motions, or original actions arising from the emergency operations of the district court;</li><li>Any other appeal, motion, or original action requiring expeditious resolution.</li>
 </ol>“It is through our collective action that we will slow COVID-19’s spread,” Luckert said. “The courts will continue to serve the people of Kansas, but in a way that protects all of us.”

State Courts are on emergency operations until further order

WICHITA, KAN. – A Kansas man has been sentenced for the rape and sexual assault of an underage girl over several years. 

On Wednesday, District Judge Jeffrey Syrios sentenced Dzung Ninh, 55 of Wichita, to life plus 165 months in prison, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney.

Ninh will be parole eligible on the life sentence after 25 years. If he is granted parole after 25 years, he will begin serving his 165 month sentence.

The sexual assaults began when the victim was 13 and continued until she turned 17 in 2017. Ninh was arrested shortly after the victim’s boyfriend told her mother about the sexual abuse. The mother contacted police.

Ninh was charged with four counts of rape, two counts of aggravated criminal sodomy, and aggravated indecent liberties with a child. A jury found Ninh guilty of three counts of rape and the remaining counts last January.

Judge Syrios referenced the victim’s fears in his ruling Tuesday afternoon. He said, “No doubt in my mind those fears have now become a reality for her, and that reality will likely continue for the rest of her life. There is a price for imposing that reality on her, on stealing that innocence. The price is this sentence.” 

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 </figure>WICHITA, KAN. – A Kansas man has been sentenced for the rape and sexual assault of an underage girl over several years. On Wednesday, District Judge Jeffrey Syrios sentenced Dzung Ninh, 55 of Wichita, to life plus 165 months in prison, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney.Ninh will be parole eligible on the life sentence after 25 years. If he is granted parole after 25 years, he will begin serving his 165 month sentence.The sexual assaults began when the victim was 13 and continued until she turned 17 in 2017. Ninh was arrested shortly after the victim’s boyfriend told her mother about the sexual abuse. The mother contacted police.Ninh was charged with four counts of rape, two counts of aggravated criminal sodomy, and aggravated indecent liberties with a child. A jury found Ninh guilty of three counts of rape and the remaining counts last January.Judge Syrios referenced the victim’s fears in his ruling Tuesday afternoon. He said, “No doubt in my mind those fears have now become a reality for her, and that reality will likely continue for the rest of her life. There is a price for imposing that reality on her, on stealing that innocence. The price is this sentence.”

Kansas man sentenced for rape, sex assault of girl over several years

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

Just before 11:30p.m. Monday, deputies responded to a burglary call in the 6200 block of SW Burlingame Road, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

Upon arrival, deputies used a K9 and drone to locate and arrest Travis R. Mann, 42, of Topeka on requested charges of burglary and criminal trespass as well as Mendy L. Hartpence, 40, of Topeka for possession of illegal drug paraphernalia and criminal trespass.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.Just before 11:30p.m. Monday, deputies responded to a burglary call in the 6200 block of SW Burlingame Road, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.<figure>
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 </figure>Upon arrival, deputies used a K9 and drone to locate and arrest Travis R. Mann, 42, of Topeka on requested charges of burglary and criminal trespass as well as Mendy L. Hartpence, 40, of Topeka for possession of illegal drug paraphernalia and criminal trespass.&nbsp;

Kansas deputies use K9, drone to catch burglary suspects

PHILLIPSBURG — Two Phillipsburg residents were arrested Wednesday on drug-related charges following the execution of a search warrant.&nbsp;

"At approximately 1:15 p.m., we executed a search warrant in the 100 block of B Street in Phillipsburg with the assistance of Rooks County Sheriff's K9 Deputy Kota and his driver," according to an announcement by the Phillips County Sheriff's Department.

"As a result, Derek J. Shields, 31, and Nicole Dechant, 28, both of Phillipsburg, were taken into custody with charges pending for possession of controlled substances, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and no drug tax stamp."

Shields was convicted of drug possession in 2010, according to Kansas Department of Corrections records.

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 </figure>By JAMES BELLHays PostPHILLIPSBURG — Two Phillipsburg residents were arrested Wednesday on drug-related charges following the execution of a search warrant.&nbsp;"At approximately 1:15 p.m., we executed a search warrant in the 100 block of B Street in Phillipsburg with the assistance of Rooks County Sheriff's K9 Deputy Kota and his driver," according to an announcement by the Phillips County Sheriff's Department."As a result, Derek J. Shields, 31, and Nicole Dechant, 28, both of Phillipsburg, were taken into custody with charges pending for possession of controlled substances, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and no drug tax stamp."Shields was convicted of drug possession in 2010, according to Kansas Department of Corrections records.

Sheriff: 2 jailed after NW Kansas drug bust

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting and searching for suspects.

Just before 9p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a walk-in shooting call at a Wichita hospital, according to officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp;

A 19-year-old man told police he was driving in the area of Ross Parkway and Jewett in Wichita when a suspect fired multiple shots at the vehicle.

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting and searching for suspects.Just before 9p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a walk-in shooting call at a Wichita hospital, according to officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp;A 19-year-old man told police he was driving in the area of Ross Parkway and Jewett in Wichita when a suspect fired multiple shots at the vehicle.A 44-year-old passenger was shot one time in his body, according to Davidson. He was treated for a non-life threatening&nbsp; injury and released. A 19-year-old passenger suffered a minor injury and the driver was not injured.Police have not reported details on possible suspects or made an arrest.