SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating two Kansas man on sex charges after an arrest.

On Thursday, the Wichita Police Exploited and Missing Children (EMCU) investigators received information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Wichita Office, of a 14-year-old girl runaway being in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

EMCU began investigating the case and located the girl at a residence in the 2700 block of North Amidon in Wichita.&nbsp; Police also located a suspect identified as 20-year Devin Miller on Amidon and arrested without incident.&nbsp; Police located a second suspect identified as 19-year-old Kyle Ellery at a residence in the 2300 block of North Sommerset. He was arrested without incident.

The investigation revealed, Ellery picked up the girl&nbsp; in Missouri and brought her back to Wichita for purposes of inappropriate relations, according to Davidson.&nbsp;

Ellery and Miller were booked on requested charges of aggravated indecent liberties with a child, sexual exploitation of a child, contributing to a child's misconduct, and aggravated interference with parental custody.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579299798895.png" alt="Smith photo Sedgwick Co." />
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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating two Kansas man on sex charges after an arrest.On Thursday, the Wichita Police Exploited and Missing Children (EMCU) investigators received information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Wichita Office, of a 14-year-old girl runaway being in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.EMCU began investigating the case and located the girl at a residence in the 2700 block of North Amidon in Wichita.&nbsp; Police also located a suspect identified as 20-year Devin Miller on Amidon and arrested without incident.&nbsp; Police located a second suspect identified as 19-year-old Kyle Ellery at a residence in the 2300 block of North Sommerset. He was arrested without incident.<figure>
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 </figure>The investigation revealed, Ellery picked up the girl&nbsp; in Missouri and brought her back to Wichita for purposes of inappropriate relations, according to Davidson.&nbsp;Ellery and Miller were booked on requested charges of aggravated indecent liberties with a child, sexual exploitation of a child, contributing to a child's misconduct, and aggravated interference with parental custody.

Police: Kansas man brought 14-year-old from Missouri for sex

SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects caught during a home burglary.

Just after 8:00 a.m. Thursday, the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center received a report of a burglary in progress at a residence in the 2200 block of NW Tyler Street in Topeka, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Koenen. 

A short time later, officers from the Topeka Police Department arrived and located two men actively burglarizing the residence.

Police arrested 34-year-old Chad Kasey Kidd and 27-year-old Michael Allen-Deere Jaimez, both from Topeka. They are being held on requested charges of Burglary, Theft, Criminal damage to property andCriminal trespass, according to Koenen.

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects caught during a home burglary.Just after 8:00 a.m. Thursday, the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center received a report of a burglary in progress at a residence in the 2200 block of NW Tyler Street in Topeka, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Koenen. A short time later, officers from the Topeka Police Department arrived and located two men actively burglarizing the residence.<figure>
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 </figure>Police arrested 34-year-old Chad Kasey Kidd and 27-year-old Michael Allen-Deere Jaimez, both from Topeka. They are being held on requested charges of Burglary, Theft, Criminal damage to property andCriminal trespass, according to Koenen.

Police catch two suspects during burglary of Kansas home

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

Just after 4:30p.m. Thursday, a deputy sheriff observed an individual acting suspiciously after pulling into a driveway in the 5100 block of NW Arroyo Drive, according to Sgt.&nbsp;Todd Stallbaumer.

The deputy, who is familiar with the owner of the residence, made contact with the individual to make sure he belonged.&nbsp; After speaking with the individual, it was confirmed that he did not belong at the house.&nbsp;

After investigating, it was determined that Jerry L. Lewis, 35, of Topeka, was driving a stolen Ford F-250 out of the city of Eudora, according to Stallbaumer.

His driver’s license was revoked and drugs were located in the stolen vehicle.

Deputies transported Lewis to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections where he was booked on requested charges that include Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Stolen Property, Driving While Revoked and Tag Not Assigned.&nbsp; Lewis has two previous convictions for theft, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after an arrest.Just after 4:30p.m. Thursday, a deputy sheriff observed an individual acting suspiciously after pulling into a driveway in the 5100 block of NW Arroyo Drive, according to Sgt.&nbsp;Todd Stallbaumer.The deputy, who is familiar with the owner of the residence, made contact with the individual to make sure he belonged.&nbsp; After speaking with the individual, it was confirmed that he did not belong at the house.&nbsp;After investigating, it was determined that Jerry L. Lewis, 35, of Topeka, was driving a stolen Ford F-250 out of the city of Eudora, according to Stallbaumer.His driver’s license was revoked and drugs were located in the stolen vehicle.Deputies transported Lewis to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections where he was booked on requested charges that include Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Stolen Property, Driving While Revoked and Tag Not Assigned.&nbsp; Lewis has two previous convictions for theft, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

Sheriff: Kansas felon found driving stolen pickup 

KANSAS CITY, KAN. (AP)&nbsp;— Police in Kansas City, Kansas, are looking for a shooter who injured two people on Interstate 35.

The shooting happened just after 1 p.m. Friday, the Kansas City Star reported. The victims told police that a vehicle traveling northeast on the interstate pulled up to their car, then someone inside it began shooting.

The victims were the driver and passenger in the car that was targeted, said police spokesman, Officer Jonathan Westbrook. Their injuries appeared not to be life-threatening, Westbrook said. Police had not announced any arrests or suspects by midday Saturday, nor given a suspected motive for the shooting.

KANSAS CITY, KAN. (AP)&nbsp;— Police in Kansas City, Kansas, are looking for a shooter who injured two people on Interstate 35.The shooting happened just after 1 p.m. Friday, the Kansas City Star reported. The victims told police that a vehicle traveling northeast on the interstate pulled up to their car, then someone inside it began shooting.The victims were the driver and passenger in the car that was targeted, said police spokesman, Officer Jonathan Westbrook. Their injuries appeared not to be life-threatening, Westbrook said. Police had not announced any arrests or suspects by midday Saturday, nor given a suspected motive for the shooting.

2 people shot, injured as they drove along Kansas interstate

PAWNEE COUNTY –&nbsp;&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office have located and arrested Alejandro Alvarado, the subject who fled an officer involved shooting early Saturday morning.

Alvarado was arrested just after 8 a.m. at 551 R Rd. in Pawnee Rock, Kan. EMS responded and evaluated Alvarado, though he had not been shot during the earlier incident.

He was booked into the Pawnee County Jail on an outstanding warrant for aggravated assault out of Finney County. The investigation is ongoing.

The suspect in the officer-involved shooting near Larned is now in custody, according to Pawnee County Attorney Doug McNett.

Law enforcement authorities have released no additional details.

PAWNEE COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating after an officer involved shooting occurred near Larned.

According to a media release from the KBI, the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance at approximately 2:10 a.m. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded.

Preliminary information indicates that on Jan. 18, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a deputy from the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle along U.S. Highway 56, approximately three miles East of Larned. When the deputy approached the vehicle, he smelled marijuana, and two male occupants were asked to exit the vehicle. An altercation occurred during the pat down between the deputy and the male who had been the vehicle’s passenger. The deputy fired shots at the subject. The subject then fled on foot. He crossed the highway and was last seen running South from the area.

It is unknown if the subject was injured by gunfire. He remains at large. The deputy was not injured during the incident. The vehicle’s driver was taken to the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office for questioning.

Authorities ask for the public’s assistance in locating the subject, who has now been identified as Alejandro Alvarado, 21, from Lincoln, Neb., Alvarado is a Hispanic male, approximately 5 ft. 7 in. tall, weighing 150 lbs. He has a tattoo on his neck that reads “one hundred” in black script lettering. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a dark colored top with lighter colored sleeves.

Alvarado may be armed. If anyone sees him, or knows of his whereabouts, they are asked to not approach him, but to call 911 or the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME. Anonymous tips can also be made online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kbi.ks.gov/sar">https://www.kbi.ks.gov/sar</a>.

The KBI will conduct a thorough and independent investigation into this incident. Once completed the findings will be turned over to the Pawnee County Attorney for review. This investigation is ongoing. No further information will be released at this time.

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 </figure>Alejandro Alvarado photo KBIPAWNEE COUNTY –&nbsp;&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office have located and arrested Alejandro Alvarado, the subject who fled an officer involved shooting early Saturday morning.Alvarado was arrested just after 8 a.m. at 551 R Rd. in Pawnee Rock, Kan. EMS responded and evaluated Alvarado, though he had not been shot during the earlier incident.He was booked into the Pawnee County Jail on an outstanding warrant for aggravated assault out of Finney County. The investigation is ongoing.-----------The suspect in the officer-involved shooting near Larned is now in custody, according to Pawnee County Attorney Doug McNett.Law enforcement authorities have released no additional details.-----------PAWNEE COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating after an officer involved shooting occurred near Larned.According to a media release from the KBI, the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance at approximately 2:10 a.m. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded.Preliminary information indicates that on Jan. 18, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a deputy from the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle along U.S. Highway 56, approximately three miles East of Larned. When the deputy approached the vehicle, he smelled marijuana, and two male occupants were asked to exit the vehicle. An altercation occurred during the pat down between the deputy and the male who had been the vehicle’s passenger. The deputy fired shots at the subject. The subject then fled on foot. He crossed the highway and was last seen running South from the area.It is unknown if the subject was injured by gunfire. He remains at large. The deputy was not injured during the incident. The vehicle’s driver was taken to the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office for questioning.Authorities ask for the public’s assistance in locating the subject, who has now been identified as Alejandro Alvarado, 21, from Lincoln, Neb., Alvarado is a Hispanic male, approximately 5 ft. 7 in. tall, weighing 150 lbs. He has a tattoo on his neck that reads “one hundred” in black script lettering. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a dark colored top with lighter colored sleeves.Alvarado may be armed. If anyone sees him, or knows of his whereabouts, they are asked to not approach him, but to call 911 or the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME. Anonymous tips can also be made online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kbi.ks.gov/sar">https://www.kbi.ks.gov/sar</a>.The KBI will conduct a thorough and independent investigation into this incident. Once completed the findings will be turned over to the Pawnee County Attorney for review. This investigation is ongoing. No further information will be released at this time.

Update: Suspect from Kansas officer involved shooting is in custody

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a murder and continue the search for the victim's body.

The suspect, 53-year-old Jeffrey Hill, made his first court appearance Thursday, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

He is charged with second-degree murder, criminal possession of a firearm, interference with law enforcement and for possession of narcotics and marijuana. He is being held on a $350,000.

Just after noon on December 29, a 58-year-old man reported to police that 53-year-old Jeffrey Hill had been involved a criminal homicide in the 2100 Block of South Water in Wichita, according to police captain Brent Allred.

The victim had taken to an unknown location outside of Wichita and buried.

Police later learned the victim was 50-year-old Jeffry Jones of Hutchison. The examination of evidence and witness interviews led police to arrest Hill after a traffic stop in Wichita on Monday, according to Allred.

When officers stopped the 1999 Chevy Suburban, Hill fled on foot. Officers quickly chased him down. Police also located meth, marijuana and narcotic pills in the SUV.&nbsp;

Hill is being held on without&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=52197">bond&nbsp; for second-degree murder,</a>&nbsp;possession of meth with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of marijuana and resisting arrest.

Police have not located the victim's body, according to Allred.&nbsp; &nbsp;They are also working to determine a motive for the crime.

Hill has previous convictions for aggravated robbery, burglary, theft, forgery, identity theft, drugs and for trafficking in contraband in a penal institution, according to Allred.

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a murder and continue the search for the victim's body.The suspect, 53-year-old Jeffrey Hill, made his first court appearance Thursday, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.He is charged with second-degree murder, criminal possession of a firearm, interference with law enforcement and for possession of narcotics and marijuana. He is being held on a $350,000.Just after noon on December 29, a 58-year-old man reported to police that 53-year-old Jeffrey Hill had been involved a criminal homicide in the 2100 Block of South Water in Wichita, according to police captain Brent Allred.The victim had taken to an unknown location outside of Wichita and buried.Police later learned the victim was 50-year-old Jeffry Jones of Hutchison. The examination of evidence and witness interviews led police to arrest Hill after a traffic stop in Wichita on Monday, according to Allred.When officers stopped the 1999 Chevy Suburban, Hill fled on foot. Officers quickly chased him down. Police also located meth, marijuana and narcotic pills in the SUV.&nbsp;Hill is being held on without&nbsp;<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=52197">bond&nbsp; for second-degree murder,</a>&nbsp;possession of meth with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of marijuana and resisting arrest.Police have not located the victim's body, according to Allred.&nbsp; &nbsp;They are also working to determine a motive for the crime.Hill has previous convictions for aggravated robbery, burglary, theft, forgery, identity theft, drugs and for trafficking in contraband in a penal institution, according to Allred.

Felon charged, body of Kansas murder victim still missing

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A 2-month Kansas boy hospitalized with critical injuries on January 10 has died.

Marrell Williams of Wichita died Thursday night after he and and his twin sister were taken to a hospital with injuries in a case of alleged child abuse, according to officer Charley Davidson. This is the second baby who has died in child abuse investigations in two days.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, 9-month-old Maela Flores who was seriously injured January 10 died at a Wichita hospital, according Police Captain Brent Allred.

Just after noon January 10, police responded to an assist EMS call regarding a child not breathing at a home in the 2800 Block of South Emporia in Wichita, according Allred.

Upon arrival offices located the 2-month-old boy unresponsive. EMS transported the child to a local hospital where it was discovered he had serious internal injuries, according to Allred.&nbsp;

Investigators learned the boy also had a broken clavicle that was healing in addition to the injuries discovered during the EMS call. His 2-month-old twin sister had a healing broken femur, according to Allred.

As a result of the investigation, police arrested the children's father 22-year-old Marlin Williams.&nbsp; He was charged Tuesday with three counts o<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20064881">f aggravated battery</a>&nbsp;and is being held on a $250,000 bond.

&nbsp;A 1-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl at William's home were not injured and remain in police protective custody.&nbsp;The mother of the children was not at home at the time of the arrest.&nbsp;

Police will present the case to the Sedgwick County District Attorney for additional charges, according to officer Charley Davidson.

&nbsp;Maela Flores was also hospitalized with critical injuries since police were called to her Wichita home last week.

Her mother's boyfriend, 25-year-old Brietan Rader, was charged Tuesday with two counts of child abuse and two drug charges. Officer Charley Davidson said he expects Rader will be charged with first-degree murder in Maela's death.

Rader was arrested after officers found the girl critically injured in an apartment that had a marijuana-growing operation. Investigators determined the girl’s injuries happened while Rader was caring for her.

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A 2-month Kansas boy hospitalized with critical injuries on January 10 has died.Marrell Williams of Wichita died Thursday night after he and and his twin sister were taken to a hospital with injuries in a case of alleged child abuse, according to officer Charley Davidson. This is the second baby who has died in child abuse investigations in two days.&nbsp;On Wednesday, 9-month-old Maela Flores who was seriously injured January 10 died at a Wichita hospital, according Police Captain Brent Allred.Just after noon January 10, police responded to an assist EMS call regarding a child not breathing at a home in the 2800 Block of South Emporia in Wichita, according Allred.Upon arrival offices located the 2-month-old boy unresponsive. EMS transported the child to a local hospital where it was discovered he had serious internal injuries, according to Allred.&nbsp;Investigators learned the boy also had a broken clavicle that was healing in addition to the injuries discovered during the EMS call. His 2-month-old twin sister had a healing broken femur, according to Allred.As a result of the investigation, police arrested the children's father 22-year-old Marlin Williams.&nbsp; He was charged Tuesday with three counts o<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20064881">f aggravated battery</a>&nbsp;and is being held on a $250,000 bond.&nbsp;A 1-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl at William's home were not injured and remain in police protective custody.&nbsp;The mother of the children was not at home at the time of the arrest.&nbsp;Police will present the case to the Sedgwick County District Attorney for additional charges, according to officer Charley Davidson.<figure>
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 </figure>&nbsp;Maela Flores was also hospitalized with critical injuries since police were called to her Wichita home last week.Her mother's boyfriend, 25-year-old Brietan Rader, was charged Tuesday with two counts of child abuse and two drug charges. Officer Charley Davidson said he expects Rader will be charged with first-degree murder in Maela's death.Rader was arrested after officers found the girl critically injured in an apartment that had a marijuana-growing operation. Investigators determined the girl’s injuries happened while Rader was caring for her.

Police: 2nd baby this week dies after injuries from alleged child abuse

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) -A Kansas man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his 22-year-old sister, Johnson County prosecutors said Thursday.

John Parker Mays, 27, Lawrence, was arrested Tuesday night in Douglas County after his sister, Layne Mays, was found dead, Overland Park police spokesman John Lacy said. He was charged Thursday and is being held on $1 million bond. Authorities have not said how Layne Mays died.

Layne Mays’s mother found her body and called police, police said.

Layne Mays studied animal science at Kansas State University, according to a university spokeswoman. She was enrolled at the university through the fall 2019 semester but was not enrolled for the upcoming spring semester. She was a member of Kansas State’s equestrian team.

Parker Mays is scheduled to appear in court Friday afternoon

OVERLAND PARK, KAN.&nbsp;(AP) — A man has been booked into jail on suspicion of premeditated first-degree murder after his sister's body was found in suburban&nbsp;<a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/kansas">Kansas</a>&nbsp;City.

Twenty-seven-year-old Parker Mays of Lawrence, is being held without bond in Johnson County, Kansas.

Police say Layne Mays' body was found Tuesday by her mother in her parents' Overland Park home. Police have not yet said how she died.

A Kansas State University spokeswoman said Layne Mays was enrolled there through the fall 2019 semester but was not enrolled for the upcoming spring semester. She studied animal science and rode with the school's equestrian team.

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 </figure>Parker Mays photo Johnson CountyOVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) -A Kansas man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his 22-year-old sister, Johnson County prosecutors said Thursday.John Parker Mays, 27, Lawrence, was arrested Tuesday night in Douglas County after his sister, Layne Mays, was found dead, Overland Park police spokesman John Lacy said. He was charged Thursday and is being held on $1 million bond. Authorities have not said how Layne Mays died.Layne Mays’s mother found her body and called police, police said.Layne Mays studied animal science at Kansas State University, according to a university spokeswoman. She was enrolled at the university through the fall 2019 semester but was not enrolled for the upcoming spring semester. She was a member of Kansas State’s equestrian team.Parker Mays is scheduled to appear in court Friday afternoon----------------OVERLAND PARK, KAN.&nbsp;(AP) — A man has been booked into jail on suspicion of premeditated first-degree murder after his sister's body was found in suburban&nbsp;<a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/kansas">Kansas</a>&nbsp;City.Twenty-seven-year-old Parker Mays of Lawrence, is being held without bond in Johnson County, Kansas.Police say Layne Mays' body was found Tuesday by her mother in her parents' Overland Park home. Police have not yet said how she died.A Kansas State University spokeswoman said Layne Mays was enrolled there through the fall 2019 semester but was not enrolled for the upcoming spring semester. She studied animal science and rode with the school's equestrian team.

Kansas man charged with sister's murder; she attended K-State

Troopers seized&nbsp;53 pounds of marijuana, 3 pounds of THC wax, and 300 THC vape cartridges in a traffic stops on Tuesday. -photo-Nebraska State Patrol

DAWSON COUNTY. NE- State Troopers arrested four people and seized marijuana, THC products, and fraudulent credit cards during three traffic stops on Interstate 80 Tuesday, according to a media release from the Nebraska State Patrol.

Just after 5 p.m., a trooper observed a Honda sedan fail to signal a turn while exiting I-80 at Kearney. During the traffic stop, the trooper detected clandestine activity and performed a search of the vehicle, revealing 15 pounds of marijuana and approximately $1,500.

The driver, Peter Blizzard, 43, of Redway, California, was arrested for possession of marijuana – more than one pound, possession with intent to deliver, and possession of money during a felony drug violation. Blizzard was lodged in Buffalo County Jail.

At approximately 8:20 p.m. Tuesday, a trooper observed an eastbound Chevrolet Malibu speeding near Lexington at mile marker 242. During the traffic stop, a K9 from the Dawson County Sheriff’s Office detected the odor of a controlled substance. A search of the vehicle revealed 53 pounds of marijuana, 3 pounds of THC wax, and 300 THC vape cartridges.

The driver, Nathan Wessels, 24, of Lincoln, was arrested for possession of marijuana – more than one pound and possession with intent to deliver. He was lodged in Dawson County Jail.

At approximately 11:30 p.m. Tuesday, another trooper noticed a Range Rover speeding on I-80 at mile marker 305, near Alda. During the traffic stop, the trooper because suspicious of criminal activity. Troopers searched the vehicle and found multiple fraudulent credit cards, a forgery device, and marijuana.

The driver, Elliot Wills II, 27, of Chicago, Illinois, and passenger, Ahnaya Mosley, 21, of Santa Clarita, California, was arrested for criminal possession of a financial transaction device, possession of blank financial transaction devices, possession of a forgery device, unlawful manufacture of a financial transaction device, and possession of marijuana – less than an ounce. Both were lodged in Hall County Jail.

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 </figure>Troopers seized&nbsp;53 pounds of marijuana, 3 pounds of THC wax, and 300 THC vape cartridges in a traffic stops on Tuesday. -photo-Nebraska State PatrolDAWSON COUNTY. NE- State Troopers arrested four people and seized marijuana, THC products, and fraudulent credit cards during three traffic stops on Interstate 80 Tuesday, according to a media release from the Nebraska State Patrol.Just after 5 p.m., a trooper observed a Honda sedan fail to signal a turn while exiting I-80 at Kearney. During the traffic stop, the trooper detected clandestine activity and performed a search of the vehicle, revealing 15 pounds of marijuana and approximately $1,500.The driver, Peter Blizzard, 43, of Redway, California, was arrested for possession of marijuana – more than one pound, possession with intent to deliver, and possession of money during a felony drug violation. Blizzard was lodged in Buffalo County Jail.At approximately 8:20 p.m. Tuesday, a trooper observed an eastbound Chevrolet Malibu speeding near Lexington at mile marker 242. During the traffic stop, a K9 from the Dawson County Sheriff’s Office detected the odor of a controlled substance. A search of the vehicle revealed 53 pounds of marijuana, 3 pounds of THC wax, and 300 THC vape cartridges.The driver, Nathan Wessels, 24, of Lincoln, was arrested for possession of marijuana – more than one pound and possession with intent to deliver. He was lodged in Dawson County Jail.At approximately 11:30 p.m. Tuesday, another trooper noticed a Range Rover speeding on I-80 at mile marker 305, near Alda. During the traffic stop, the trooper because suspicious of criminal activity. Troopers searched the vehicle and found multiple fraudulent credit cards, a forgery device, and marijuana.The driver, Elliot Wills II, 27, of Chicago, Illinois, and passenger, Ahnaya Mosley, 21, of Santa Clarita, California, was arrested for criminal possession of a financial transaction device, possession of blank financial transaction devices, possession of a forgery device, unlawful manufacture of a financial transaction device, and possession of marijuana – less than an ounce. Both were lodged in Hall County Jail.

Troopers seize 53 pounds of marijuana, fake credit cards

BARTON COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged distribution of meth.&nbsp;

Just after 4 p.m. Tuesday, conducted a traffic stop on a white Ford Escape driven&nbsp; by Candace D. Johnson, age 44 of Great Bend in the 2200 block of 12th St. in Great Bend, according to a media release.

Sheriff’s Office K9 Maxx was at the scene and indicated the presence of controlled substances in the vehicle. Sheriff’s deputies discovered methamphetamine in the vehicle.

Johnson was transported to the Barton County Jail without incident. She was booked on requested charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine. Johnson is being held in lieu of a $300,000 bond.

Johnson had previously been arrested in “Operation Snowplow” in 2018. She has three previous drug convictions, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

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 </figure>BARTON COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged distribution of meth.&nbsp;Just after 4 p.m. Tuesday, conducted a traffic stop on a white Ford Escape driven&nbsp; by Candace D. Johnson, age 44 of Great Bend in the 2200 block of 12th St. in Great Bend, according to a media release.Sheriff’s Office K9 Maxx was at the scene and indicated the presence of controlled substances in the vehicle. Sheriff’s deputies discovered methamphetamine in the vehicle.Johnson was transported to the Barton County Jail without incident. She was booked on requested charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine. Johnson is being held in lieu of a $300,000 bond.Johnson had previously been arrested in “Operation Snowplow” in 2018. She has three previous drug convictions, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

Sheriff: Kansas felon arrested again for alleged drug distribution

SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon with two previous DUI convictions on a new DUI charge after an accident Wednesday in Saline County.

Just after 5p.m., a 2011 Chevy Malibu driven by Jeremy Eilrich, 30, of Salina, was eastbound on West Bond Street in Salina when he allegedly failed to stop at the stop sign at Highland Avenue and struck a 2018 Buick Encore driven by Marcia Demuth, 55, of Salina, according Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester. The drivers were not injured.&nbsp;

When the officer made contact with Eilrich, he possibly appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, according to Forrester. A test was administered and Eilrich was arrested on requested charges that include Felony DUI, Failure to stop at a stop sign and&nbsp; no proof of insurance.

In addition to DUI, Eilrich has previous convictions for burglary, aggravated battery and drugs, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579194387530.png" alt="Eilrich photo KDOC " />
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 </figure>SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon with two previous DUI convictions on a new DUI charge after an accident Wednesday in Saline County.Just after 5p.m., a 2011 Chevy Malibu driven by Jeremy Eilrich, 30, of Salina, was eastbound on West Bond Street in Salina when he allegedly failed to stop at the stop sign at Highland Avenue and struck a 2018 Buick Encore driven by Marcia Demuth, 55, of Salina, according Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester. The drivers were not injured.&nbsp;When the officer made contact with Eilrich, he possibly appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, according to Forrester. A test was administered and Eilrich was arrested on requested charges that include Felony DUI, Failure to stop at a stop sign and&nbsp; no proof of insurance.In addition to DUI, Eilrich has previous convictions for burglary, aggravated battery and drugs, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

Kan. felon with 2 DUI convictions arrested after car crash

WICHITA, KAN. (AP) — A Kansas man has been charged with fatally stabbing his sister's ex-boyfriend during a Wichita fight.

Morgan Prager, 24, Pittsburg, Kansas, made his first appearance Wednesday in Sedgwick County District Court on charges of second degree murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He is jailed on $250,000 bond.

Wichita police say officers responded Saturday to an assault call and found 19-year-old Vincent Venturella suffering from a severe neck laceration. Police say the men had fought about Prager's sister. Venturella died Monday night.

Prager was arrested in Pittsburg.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/kansas">Kansas</a>&nbsp;Department of Corrections records show that he had been discharged in December from community corrections after previous convictions for theft and criminal possession of a firearm in Wyandotte County.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578943149616.png" alt="Prager&nbsp; photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Prager&nbsp; photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>WICHITA, KAN. (AP) — A Kansas man has been charged with fatally stabbing his sister's ex-boyfriend during a Wichita fight.Morgan Prager, 24, Pittsburg, Kansas, made his first appearance Wednesday in Sedgwick County District Court on charges of second degree murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He is jailed on $250,000 bond.Wichita police say officers responded Saturday to an assault call and found 19-year-old Vincent Venturella suffering from a severe neck laceration. Police say the men had fought about Prager's sister. Venturella died Monday night.Prager was arrested in Pittsburg.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/kansas">Kansas</a>&nbsp;Department of Corrections records show that he had been discharged in December from community corrections after previous convictions for theft and criminal possession of a firearm in Wyandotte County.

Kan. man charged with fatally stabbing sister's ex-boyfriend

SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a stolen car ring and have two of three suspects in custody.

Just after 7a.m. January 9,&nbsp;the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center received a call about a Toyota Tacoma that was stolen in the city of Auburn, according to&nbsp;Deputy Abigail Christian.

Sheriff’s deputies, with assistance from the truck owner, were able to locate the truck in the 600 block of SE Lime Street.&nbsp; A Kia Optima, reported stolen out of Jackson County, was also located at that address.

Deputes arrested Rachael R. Ratzloff, 21, of Topeka, on requested charges that included multiple counts of burglary and theft.

Just after 2:30p.m. January 14, deputies arrested another suspect identified as Cody Brown, 22, Topeka, near SE 5th and Lafayette Street after a short foot pursuit, according to Lt. Todd Stallbaumer. 

Brown tossed a firearm&nbsp; during the chase. Deputies recovered it later. He is being held on requested charges that include burglary of vehicle, felon in possession of a firearm, felony theft and criminal damage to property.

&nbsp;The investigation and video surveillance identified a third suspect identified as&nbsp; Cheyenne N. Thomas, 23, of Topeka.&nbsp;

The Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s assistance in locating her.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579178493971.png" alt="Cody Brown photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Cody Brown photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a stolen car ring and have two of three suspects in custody.Just after 7a.m. January 9,&nbsp;the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center received a call about a Toyota Tacoma that was stolen in the city of Auburn, according to&nbsp;Deputy Abigail Christian.Sheriff’s deputies, with assistance from the truck owner, were able to locate the truck in the 600 block of SE Lime Street.&nbsp; A Kia Optima, reported stolen out of Jackson County, was also located at that address.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579174718538.png" alt="Rachael Ratzloff photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Rachael Ratzloff photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Deputes arrested Rachael R. Ratzloff, 21, of Topeka, on requested charges that included multiple counts of burglary and theft.Just after 2:30p.m. January 14, deputies arrested another suspect identified as Cody Brown, 22, Topeka, near SE 5th and Lafayette Street after a short foot pursuit, according to Lt. Todd Stallbaumer. Brown tossed a firearm&nbsp; during the chase. Deputies recovered it later. He is being held on requested charges that include burglary of vehicle, felon in possession of a firearm, felony theft and criminal damage to property.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578687742991.png" alt="Thomas photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Thomas photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;The investigation and video surveillance identified a third suspect identified as&nbsp; Cheyenne N. Thomas, 23, of Topeka.&nbsp;The Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s assistance in locating her.

Kansas deputies search for 3rd suspect in vehicle burglary ring

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities have identified the victim from a child abuse investigation on January 10, as 9-month-old Maela Flores of Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson. She died Wednesday.

Police arrested 25-year-old Brietan Rader of Wichita in connection with the case. He was formally charged Tuesday for child abuse, child endangerment, possession of marijuana with intent to sell, cultivation of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to the district attorney's office.&nbsp; Rader is now facing a requested charge of&nbsp; 1st- degree murder.&nbsp;&nbsp;

At approximately 11:20 p.m. January 10, police responded to an assist the fire department call at a home in the 3600 block of West 13th&nbsp;street North in Wichita, regarding a child not breathing, according to Captain Brent Allred.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers located Flores with critical injuries.&nbsp; She was taken to an area hospital for medical treatment and died Wednesday.

The investigation revealed Flores received the critical injures while in the care of Rader, which led to his arrest.&nbsp; An additional 6-year-old boy and a 2-year-old boy were also at the home, were uninjured, and taken into police protective custody.

Additionally, during the investigation, officers discovered a marijuana grow operation inside the apartment.

He is currently jailed on a $250,000 bond.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578792271331.png" alt="Rader photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Rader photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities have identified the victim from a child abuse investigation on January 10, as 9-month-old Maela Flores of Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson. She died Wednesday.Police arrested 25-year-old Brietan Rader of Wichita in connection with the case. He was formally charged Tuesday for child abuse, child endangerment, possession of marijuana with intent to sell, cultivation of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to the district attorney's office.&nbsp; Rader is now facing a requested charge of&nbsp; 1st- degree murder.&nbsp;&nbsp;At approximately 11:20 p.m. January 10, police responded to an assist the fire department call at a home in the 3600 block of West 13th&nbsp;street North in Wichita, regarding a child not breathing, according to Captain Brent Allred.&nbsp; Upon arrival, officers located Flores with critical injuries.&nbsp; She was taken to an area hospital for medical treatment and died Wednesday.The investigation revealed Flores received the critical injures while in the care of Rader, which led to his arrest.&nbsp; An additional 6-year-old boy and a 2-year-old boy were also at the home, were uninjured, and taken into police protective custody.Additionally, during the investigation, officers discovered a marijuana grow operation inside the apartment.He is currently jailed on a $250,000 bond.

Kansas man now accused in death of girlfriend's baby

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a case of alleged child abuse that sent two children to a hospital. Their father, 22-year-old Marlin D. Williams, Jr.,&nbsp; accused of abuse made his first court appearance on Tuesday, according to the Sedgwick County Attorney's office.

On December 10, police responded to an assist EMS call regarding a child not breathing at a home in the 2800 Block of South Emporia in Wichita, according to Captain Brent Allred.

Upon arrival offices located a 2-month-old boy unresponsive. EMS transported the child to a local hospital where it was discovered he had serious internal injuries, according to Allred.&nbsp;

Investigators learned the boy had a broken clavicle that was healing in addition to the injuries discovered during the EMS call. His 2-month-old twin sister had a healing broken femur, according to Allred.

As a result of the investigation, police arrested Williams.&nbsp; He was charged Tuesday with on three counts o<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20064881">f aggravated battery</a>&nbsp;and is being held on a $250,000 bond.

The boy and his sister remain hospitalized.&nbsp; A 1-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl at William home were not injured and placed into police protective custody.&nbsp;

The mother of the children was not at home at the time of the arrest.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578932231028.png" alt="Williams photo Sedgwick County&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Williams photo Sedgwick County&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a case of alleged child abuse that sent two children to a hospital. Their father, 22-year-old Marlin D. Williams, Jr.,&nbsp; accused of abuse made his first court appearance on Tuesday, according to the Sedgwick County Attorney's office.On December 10, police responded to an assist EMS call regarding a child not breathing at a home in the 2800 Block of South Emporia in Wichita, according to Captain Brent Allred.Upon arrival offices located a 2-month-old boy unresponsive. EMS transported the child to a local hospital where it was discovered he had serious internal injuries, according to Allred.&nbsp;Investigators learned the boy had a broken clavicle that was healing in addition to the injuries discovered during the EMS call. His 2-month-old twin sister had a healing broken femur, according to Allred.As a result of the investigation, police arrested Williams.&nbsp; He was charged Tuesday with on three counts o<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20064881">f aggravated battery</a>&nbsp;and is being held on a $250,000 bond.The boy and his sister remain hospitalized.&nbsp; A 1-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl at William home were not injured and placed into police protective custody.&nbsp;The mother of the children was not at home at the time of the arrest.&nbsp;

Father of Kan. twins found with serious injuries makes court appearance

By JAMES BELL&nbsp;Hays Post

ELLIS COUNTY —A man with a lengthy criminal history was arrested in Hays after a misplaced backpack led Hays Police to the suspect.

Michael Earl Emerick, 23, Plainville, is a suspect in at least two instances of using a stolen financial card and was arrested at 3:29 p.m. Dec. 27.

On Dec. 23,&nbsp; financial cards were reported stolen from a vehicle at a local store. Other cards were reported stolen after a vehicle was entered overnight on Dec. 24 from the 100 block of West Fourth, according to&nbsp;Hays Deputy Chief of Police Brian Dawson.

Cards from both victims were found on Emerick at the time of his arrest, he said.

Emerick was located after he was given a ride from Plainville by an unnamed individual.

Unbeknownst to the driver, Emerick allegedly paid for gas with one of the stolen cards and later left his backpack at the driver's house, which led to the HPD to search for Emerick, according to Dawson.

He was spotted on the 400 block East Eighth but left the area as police were searching for him.

He was later located in the 200 block of East 21st.

He was arrested on suspicion of drug possession, possession of drug paraphernalia, burglary and theft.

Emerick has previous convictions in Saline County for drug possession, theft, criminal use of a financial card, obstruction of a legal process and aggravated failure to appear, according to Community Corrections records.

Emerick is currently in custody in the Ellis County jail.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579096998356.png" alt="Emerick photo Ellis Co." />
 <figcaption>Emerick photo Ellis Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>By JAMES BELL&nbsp;Hays PostELLIS COUNTY —A man with a lengthy criminal history was arrested in Hays after a misplaced backpack led Hays Police to the suspect.Michael Earl Emerick, 23, Plainville, is a suspect in at least two instances of using a stolen financial card and was arrested at 3:29 p.m. Dec. 27.On Dec. 23,&nbsp; financial cards were reported stolen from a vehicle at a local store. Other cards were reported stolen after a vehicle was entered overnight on Dec. 24 from the 100 block of West Fourth, according to&nbsp;Hays Deputy Chief of Police Brian Dawson.Cards from both victims were found on Emerick at the time of his arrest, he said.Emerick was located after he was given a ride from Plainville by an unnamed individual.Unbeknownst to the driver, Emerick allegedly paid for gas with one of the stolen cards and later left his backpack at the driver's house, which led to the HPD to search for Emerick, according to Dawson.He was spotted on the 400 block East Eighth but left the area as police were searching for him.He was later located in the 200 block of East 21st.He was arrested on suspicion of drug possession, possession of drug paraphernalia, burglary and theft.The investigation is ongoing.Emerick has previous convictions in Saline County for drug possession, theft, criminal use of a financial card, obstruction of a legal process and aggravated failure to appear, according to Community Corrections records.Emerick is currently in custody in the Ellis County jail.

Police: Kan. man with lengthy criminal history used stolen credit cards

SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a report of alleged violation of stalking order and have a suspect in custody.

Just before 3a.m. Tuesday, a deputy noticed a truck in the 5500 Block of Lincolnshire Circle in rural Shawnee County that possibly belonged to a suspect with a lifetime stalking order in effect, according to Deputy Shayna Anderson.

The protected party is a resident in that area. The truck quickly left and due to heavy fog, the deputy was unable to pursue the vehicle.

Another deputy located the vehicle a short time later as it entered Interstate 70 from SW Wanamaker Road. The deputy conducted a traffic stop near SW 6th and Rock Garden Drive.

The deputy made an arrest and booked the driver identified as Charles F. Adkins, 50, Topeka, on a requested charge of felony violation of a stalking order, a felony probation violation and traffic violations, according to Anderson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579028942198.png" alt="Charles Adkins photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Charles Adkins photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a report of alleged violation of stalking order and have a suspect in custody.Just before 3a.m. Tuesday, a deputy noticed a truck in the 5500 Block of Lincolnshire Circle in rural Shawnee County that possibly belonged to a suspect with a lifetime stalking order in effect, according to Deputy Shayna Anderson.The protected party is a resident in that area. The truck quickly left and due to heavy fog, the deputy was unable to pursue the vehicle.Another deputy located the vehicle a short time later as it entered Interstate 70 from SW Wanamaker Road. The deputy conducted a traffic stop near SW 6th and Rock Garden Drive.The deputy made an arrest and booked the driver identified as Charles F. Adkins, 50, Topeka, on a requested charge of felony violation of a stalking order, a felony probation violation and traffic violations, according to Anderson.

Kan. man jailed for alleged felony violation of lifetime stalking order

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after a drug bust.

December 10, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit and SWAT Team assisted the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) with the service of a narcotic search warrant in the 1200 block of SW Medford in Topeka, according to Sgt. Todd Staulbaumer.

Officers seized methamphetamine, marijuana and firearms from the residence. They also&nbsp; Alex Hidalgo,32, of Topeka on requested charges of narcotic distribution.

Three juveniles, including a seven month old and 2 four-year olds, were placed into police protective custody pending a hearing due to being in the environment where narcotics were located and used.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578951225644.png" alt="Hidalgo has 3 previous drug convictions and one for driving while suspended, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Hidalgo has 3 previous drug convictions and one for driving while suspended, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after a drug bust.December 10, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit and SWAT Team assisted the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) with the service of a narcotic search warrant in the 1200 block of SW Medford in Topeka, according to Sgt. Todd Staulbaumer.Officers seized methamphetamine, marijuana and firearms from the residence. They also&nbsp; Alex Hidalgo,32, of Topeka on requested charges of narcotic distribution.Three juveniles, including a seven month old and 2 four-year olds, were placed into police protective custody pending a hearing due to being in the environment where narcotics were located and used.&nbsp;&nbsp;

SWAT team helps DEA arrest wanted Kan. felon for alleged drug distribution

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a murder, have made an arrest and continue the search for the victim's body. 

The victim had been taken to an unknown location outside of Wichita and buried.

When officers stopped the 1999 Chevy Suburban, Hill fled on foot. Officers quickly chased him down. Police also located meth, marijuana and narcotic pills in the SUV.&nbsp; 

Hill is being held on without <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=52197">bond&nbsp; for second-degree murder,</a> possession of meth with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of marijuana and resisting arrest.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579023472311.png" alt="Hill photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Hill photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a murder, have made an arrest and continue the search for the victim's body. Just after noon on December 29, a 58-year-old man reported to police that 53-year-old Jeffrey Hill had been involved a criminal homicide in the 2100 Block of South Water in Wichita, according to police captain Brent Allred.The victim had been taken to an unknown location outside of Wichita and buried.Police later learned the victim was 50-year-old Jeffry Jones of Hutchison. The examination of evidence and witness interviews led police to arrest Hill after a traffic stop in Wichita on Monday, according to Allred.When officers stopped the 1999 Chevy Suburban, Hill fled on foot. Officers quickly chased him down. Police also located meth, marijuana and narcotic pills in the SUV.&nbsp; Hill is being held on without <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=52197">bond&nbsp; for second-degree murder,</a> possession of meth with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of marijuana and resisting arrest.Police have not located the victim's body, according to Allred.&nbsp; &nbsp;They are also working to determine a motive for the crime.Hill has previous convictions for aggravated robbery, burglary, theft, forgery, identity theft, drugs and for trafficking in contraband in a penal institution, according to Allred.

Kan. felon suspected in death of man whose body is missing

SEDGWICK COUNTY — The man critically injured in an aggravated knife attack in Wichita has died, according to police captain Brent Allred.

Just after 5p.m. January 11, police responded to an assault call at a home in the 200 block of North Spruce in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

Upon arrival, police found a 19-year-old man identified as&nbsp;Vincent Venturella with a severe laceration to his neck. Investigators learned that 24-year-old Morgan Prager&nbsp; of Pittsburg, Kansas arrived at the residence. He and the Venturella were involved in a dispute over an ex-girlfriend and a sister, according to Davidson.

Prager cut Venturella and fled from the home. Wichita police coordinated efforts with police in Pittsburg to arrest Prager and bring him back to Wichita, according to Davidson.

Venturella died Monday night.&nbsp; Prager is being held on a $250,000 bond on a requested charge of f<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20064881">irst-degree murder,&nbsp;</a>according to online jail records.

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

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man for alleged attempted murder.

Upon arrival, police found a 19-year-old man with a severe laceration to his neck. Investigators learned that 24-year-old Morgan Prager&nbsp; of Pittsburg, Kansas arrived at the residence. He and the victim were involved in a dispute over an ex-girlfriend and a sister, according to Davidson.

Prager cut the victim and fled from the home. Wichita police coordinated efforts with police in Pittsburg to arrest Prager and bring him back to Wichita, according to Davidson.

The victim remains hospitalized late Monday morning. The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578943149616.png" alt="Prager photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Prager photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — The man critically injured in an aggravated knife attack in Wichita has died, according to police captain Brent Allred.Just after 5p.m. January 11, police responded to an assault call at a home in the 200 block of North Spruce in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.Upon arrival, police found a 19-year-old man identified as&nbsp;Vincent Venturella with a severe laceration to his neck. Investigators learned that 24-year-old Morgan Prager&nbsp; of Pittsburg, Kansas arrived at the residence. He and the Venturella were involved in a dispute over an ex-girlfriend and a sister, according to Davidson.Prager cut Venturella and fled from the home. Wichita police coordinated efforts with police in Pittsburg to arrest Prager and bring him back to Wichita, according to Davidson.Venturella died Monday night.&nbsp; Prager is being held on a $250,000 bond on a requested charge of f<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20064881">irst-degree murder,&nbsp;</a>according to online jail records.The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney.----------------SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man for alleged attempted murder.Just after 5p.m. January 11, police responded to an assault call at a home in the 200 block of North Spruce in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.Upon arrival, police found a 19-year-old man with a severe laceration to his neck. Investigators learned that 24-year-old Morgan Prager&nbsp; of Pittsburg, Kansas arrived at the residence. He and the victim were involved in a dispute over an ex-girlfriend and a sister, according to Davidson.Prager cut the victim and fled from the home. Wichita police coordinated efforts with police in Pittsburg to arrest Prager and bring him back to Wichita, according to Davidson.The victim remains hospitalized late Monday morning. The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney.

The Latest: Kansas man injured in knife attack has died

At approximately 8 p.m. on Thursday, the WPD animal services section received a phone call from the Wichita Animal Action League regarding information they had received about a living brown Pitbull and Boxer mix inside of a cage and discarded in a trash dumpster in the 2200 block of South Oliver in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

The WPD animal services section and WPD animal cruelty investigator went to work on the case.&nbsp; The investigation, tips provided to Crime Stoppers, and witness interviews led to the arrest of 26-year-old Raykesha Hardyway of Wichita on requested charges animal cruelty, abandonment - failure to provide adequate provisions and an outstanding warrant.

The Animal Action League described the dog as “very sweet and loving." The group is asking for donations for his medical care. The  dog was dehydrated and will need slow, small meals over a long period of time because feeding him too quickly could be dangerous. It will likely be months before he is eligible for adoption.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579005223043.png" alt="Hardyway photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Hardyway photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>At approximately 8 p.m. on Thursday, the WPD animal services section received a phone call from the Wichita Animal Action League regarding information they had received about a living brown Pitbull and Boxer mix inside of a cage and discarded in a trash dumpster in the 2200 block of South Oliver in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578596237330.png" alt="Photos coutesy Wichita Animal Action League" />
 <figcaption>Photos coutesy Wichita Animal Action League</figcaption>
 </figure>The WPD animal services section and WPD animal cruelty investigator went to work on the case.&nbsp; The investigation, tips provided to Crime Stoppers, and witness interviews led to the arrest of 26-year-old Raykesha Hardyway of Wichita on requested charges animal cruelty, abandonment - failure to provide adequate provisions and an outstanding warrant.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578596354028.png" alt="Wichita Animal Action League" />
 <figcaption>Wichita Animal Action League</figcaption>
 </figure>The Animal Action League described the dog as “very sweet and loving." The group is asking for donations for his medical care. The dog was dehydrated and will need slow, small meals over a long period of time because feeding him too quickly could be dangerous. It will likely be months before he is eligible for adoption.The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

Kansas woman arrested after dog found in cage in dumpster 

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man for alleged child abuse.

Just before 11:30 p.m. 10, police and EMS were dispatched to the 3600 block of West 13th street North in Wichita for a child not breathing, according to Captain Brent Allred. At the scene, they discovered a 9-month-old girl with critical injuries.&nbsp; EMS transported her to a local hospital where she remains hospitalized in very critical condition, according to Allred.

Investigators learned&nbsp; the child received injuries while in the care of 25-year-old Breitan Radar at the home. That led to his arrest on requested charges of child abuse, child endangerment, possession of marijuana with intent to sell, cultivation of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. He is being <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=398601">held on a $250,000 bond, </a>according to online jail records.

A 6-year-old boy and a 2-year-old boy found at the home were placed in police protective custody.&nbsp; Radar is the father of 6-year-old and not the father of the victim.

During the investigation officers discovered a marijuana grow operation inside the apartment.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Radar had called the mother to tell her the baby was not breathing. The mother saw a Sedgwick County Sheriff's Deputy's vehicle, contacted the deputy who followed her to the home.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578792271331.png" alt="Rader photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Rader photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man for alleged child abuse.Just before 11:30 p.m. 10, police and EMS were dispatched to the 3600 block of West 13th street North in Wichita for a child not breathing, according to Captain Brent Allred. At the scene, they discovered a 9-month-old girl with critical injuries.&nbsp; EMS transported her to a local hospital where she remains hospitalized in very critical condition, according to Allred.Investigators learned&nbsp; the child received injuries while in the care of 25-year-old Breitan Radar at the home. That led to his arrest on requested charges of child abuse, child endangerment, possession of marijuana with intent to sell, cultivation of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. He is being <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=398601">held on a $250,000 bond, </a>according to online jail records.A 6-year-old boy and a 2-year-old boy found at the home were placed in police protective custody.&nbsp; Radar is the father of 6-year-old and not the father of the victim.During the investigation officers discovered a marijuana grow operation inside the apartment.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Radar had called the mother to tell her the baby was not breathing. The mother saw a Sedgwick County Sheriff's Deputy's vehicle, contacted the deputy who followed her to the home.The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office--------

Police: 9-month-old Kan. girl remains hospitalized in critical condition

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Courtesy photos.

Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.

Torino Plummer, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/9

Richard Lowery, Failure to appear, Arrested 1/9

Jarman Morgan, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/10

Hector Saucedo, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/10

Toni Russel, Theft-shoplifting, Arrested 1/10

Roy Cornetti, DUI, Improper stop or turn signal, Arrested 1/11

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Courtesy photos.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946606990.jpeg" alt="Tracy Haden, Assault, Criminal deprivation of property, Arrested 1/11" />
 <figcaption>Tracy Haden, Assault, Criminal deprivation of property, Arrested 1/11</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946660901.jpeg" alt="Mercedez Palmer, Failure to appear, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/11" />
 <figcaption>Mercedez Palmer, Failure to appear, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/11</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946720676.jpeg" alt="David Stafford, Failure to appear, Arrested 1/11" />
 <figcaption>David Stafford, Failure to appear, Arrested 1/11</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946751764.jpeg" alt="Rana Vargas, Criminal restraint, Domestic battery, Arrested 1/11" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946788787.jpeg" alt="Faith Griffin, Aggravated battery, Criminal damage to property, Aggravated assault, Arrested 1/12" />
 <figcaption>Faith Griffin, Aggravated battery, Criminal damage to property, Aggravated assault, Arrested 1/12</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946853258.jpeg" alt="Traci Lockwood, Duty to give information-unattended vehicle or property, Arrested 1/12" />
 <figcaption>Traci Lockwood, Duty to give information-unattended vehicle or property, Arrested 1/12</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946888347.jpeg" alt="Nicholas Duncan, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/10" />
 <figcaption>Nicholas Duncan, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/10</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946928986.jpeg" alt="Decemantrea Richardson, Outside warrant, Failure to appear ( 2 counts , Bond violation ( 2 counts , Arrested 1/10" />
 <figcaption>Decemantrea Richardson, Outside warrant, Failure to appear ( 2 counts , Bond violation ( 2 counts , Arrested 1/10</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578946978601.jpeg" alt="Angelina Porter, Probation violation, Arrested 1/10" />
 <figcaption>Angelina Porter, Probation violation, Arrested 1/10</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578947005625.jpeg" alt="Jessica Garcia, Failure to appear, Arrested 1/9" />
 <figcaption>Jessica Garcia, Failure to appear, Arrested 1/9</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578947039400.jpeg" alt="Lila Swink, Aggravated assault, Criminal damage to property, Arrested 1/9" />
 <figcaption>Lila Swink, Aggravated assault, Criminal damage to property, Arrested 1/9</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578947098824.jpeg" alt="Tyler Staheli, Fugitive from justice, Arrested 1/9" />
 <figcaption>Tyler Staheli, Fugitive from justice, Arrested 1/9</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578947134471.jpeg" alt="Cody Allen Jr., Theft, Interference with LEO, Arrested 1/9" />
 <figcaption>Cody Allen Jr., Theft, Interference with LEO, Arrested 1/9</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Torino Plummer, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/9Richard Lowery, Failure to appear, Arrested 1/9Jarman Morgan, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/10Hector Saucedo, Outside warrant, Arrested 1/10Toni Russel, Theft-shoplifting, Arrested 1/10Roy Cornetti, DUI, Improper stop or turn signal, Arrested 1/11Ellisa Estella, Possession of marijuana, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body,&nbsp; Arrested 1/13Segadgey Thomas, Maximum speed limits, Driving while suspended, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of marijuana, Arrested 1/13Robert Waid, Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs; misdemeanor, Maximum speed limits, Defective tail lamp on motor vehicle, Arrested 1/12Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Courtesy photos.