BARTON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating two suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest.&nbsp;

On May 22, police began investigating a report of auto burglary and theft from a fenced-in business in the 900 block of MacArthur in Great Bend, according to a media release.

 A short time later, officers discovered a campsite along the shore of MacArthur Lake in the community.

 Among the campsite, there was a large amount of trash and debris.The lake is managed as a public park and city ordinance prohibits camping or littering in the area. Officers located 40-year-old Ashley Corn and 26-year-old Tre Fiesterman at the campsite. While speaking with Corn, officers observed several items that had been reported stolen from the earlier incident.

Detectives arrived on scene and learned of a second location where stolen items from a separate incident were being stored. During the investigation, methamphetamine and marijuana were also located and seized. Both Corn and Fiesterman were arrested and booked into the Barton County Jail

Several other items were collected from the campsite and police released pictures of the items. Due to the nature of the crimes involved, the possibility exists that some of these items may also have been stolen. If you have any information regarding these items, please contact the Great Bend Police Department at 620-793-4120.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748462022086.jpeg" alt="Photo Great Bend Police" />
 <figcaption>Photo Great Bend Police</figcaption>
 </figure>BARTON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating two suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest.&nbsp;On May 22, police began investigating a report of auto burglary and theft from a fenced-in business in the 900 block of MacArthur in Great Bend, according to a media release.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748462349234.jpeg" alt="Fiesterman photo Great Bend Police" />
 <figcaption>Fiesterman photo Great Bend Police</figcaption>
 </figure> A short time later, officers discovered a campsite along the shore of MacArthur Lake in the community.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748515644932.png" alt="Corn photo Great Bend Police" />
 <figcaption>Corn photo Great Bend Police</figcaption>
 </figure> Among the campsite, there was a large amount of trash and debris.The lake is managed as a public park and city ordinance prohibits camping or littering in the area. Officers located 40-year-old Ashley Corn and 26-year-old Tre Fiesterman at the campsite. While speaking with Corn, officers observed several items that had been reported stolen from the earlier incident.Detectives arrived on scene and learned of a second location where stolen items from a separate incident were being stored. During the investigation, methamphetamine and marijuana were also located and seized. Both Corn and Fiesterman were arrested and booked into the Barton County JailSeveral other items were collected from the campsite and police released pictures of the items. Due to the nature of the crimes involved, the possibility exists that some of these items may also have been stolen. If you have any information regarding these items, please contact the Great Bend Police Department at 620-793-4120.

Police make arrest, recover items from Kansas  burglary

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A registered Kansas violent offender accused of attacking two woman in downtown Wichita earlier this month made his first court appearance for the crime on Tuesday.

Ishara Samson, 34 of Wichita, is charged with two counts of battery and&nbsp; an offender registration violation, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

On May 3, two women reported a suspect, later identified as Samson, attacked them while they were walking near Douglas and St. Francis in downtown Wichita, according to police.&nbsp; Samson was was arrested at a homeless shelter.

He has been listed as a registered violent offender in Kansas since October 2022 after conviction on charges of&nbsp; Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause great body harm/disfigure/death after an&nbsp;attack with a sword.&nbsp;

He’s being held in the Sedgwick County Jail on a $100,000 bond and is due back in court on June 9, according to the district attorney's office.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748381720990.png" alt="Samson photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Samson photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A registered Kansas violent offender accused of attacking two woman in downtown Wichita earlier this month made his first court appearance for the crime on Tuesday.Ishara Samson, 34 of Wichita, is charged with two counts of battery and&nbsp; an offender registration violation, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.On May 3, two women reported a suspect, later identified as Samson, attacked them while they were walking near Douglas and St. Francis in downtown Wichita, according to police.&nbsp; Samson was was arrested at a homeless shelter.He has been listed as a registered violent offender in Kansas since October 2022 after conviction on charges of&nbsp; Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause great body harm/disfigure/death after an&nbsp;attack with a sword.&nbsp;He’s being held in the Sedgwick County Jail on a $100,000 bond and is due back in court on June 9, according to the district attorney's office.

Kansas registered offender back in jail after alleged attack

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement continue their investigation of a weekend accident that injured five people.

Just after 6 a.m. Saturday, the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call regarding a single vehicle accident in the 9400 block of SW Hoch Road, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

First responders discovered a red 2017 Ford pickup truck was traveling northbound when it left the roadway to the east and the driver overcorrected.&nbsp; The pickup rolled and five passengers, four adults and one teenager, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received medical care at a local hospital.

Police arrested the driver, 35-year-old Aaron C. Botkin, 35, of Auburn and&nbsp; booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Aggravated battery; recklessly cause great bodily harm/disfigurement, Aggravated endangering a child; reckless situation to a child &lt; 18, Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs, Failure to wear seatbelt and&nbsp;Improper driving on laned roadway

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748440881013.png" alt="Botkin photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Botkin photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement continue their investigation of a weekend accident that injured five people.Just after 6 a.m. Saturday, the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call regarding a single vehicle accident in the 9400 block of SW Hoch Road, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.First responders discovered a red 2017 Ford pickup truck was traveling northbound when it left the roadway to the east and the driver overcorrected.&nbsp; The pickup rolled and five passengers, four adults and one teenager, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received medical care at a local hospital.Police arrested the driver, 35-year-old Aaron C. Botkin, 35, of Auburn and&nbsp; booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Aggravated battery; recklessly cause great bodily harm/disfigurement, Aggravated endangering a child; reckless situation to a child &lt; 18, Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs, Failure to wear seatbelt and&nbsp;Improper driving on laned roadway

Kan. man accused of DUI after crash that injured 4 adults, teen

Geary County Sheriff Nate Boeckman provided a rundown on case numbers for the past two weeks to the Geary County Commission on Monday. The Sheriff's Department worked 523 incidents combined, made 30 arrests, conducted two DUI investigaions, one drug investigation, handled three assault and battery cases and there were 214 total traffic stops. There were an average of 87 inmates in the Geary County Detention Center.

Geary County Sheriff Nate Boeckman provided a rundown on case numbers for the past two weeks to the Geary County Commission on Monday. The Sheriff's Department worked 523 incidents combined, made 30 arrests, conducted two DUI investigaions, one drug investigation, handled three assault and battery cases and there were 214 total traffic stops. There were an average of 87 inmates in the Geary County Detention Center.

Biweekly Sheriff's Department case numbers

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.

Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.

Thomas Carter, Failure to appear (Two counts), Probation violation (Two counts), arrested 05/27

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.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748445313102.jpeg" alt="Mercedez Palmer, Traffic contraband into correctional facility; Probation violation, arrested 05/27" />
 <figcaption>Mercedez Palmer, Traffic contraband into correctional facility; Probation violation, arrested 05/27</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Thomas Carter, Failure to appear (Two counts), Probation violation (Two counts), arrested 05/27Recent 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.

Geary County Booking Photos May 28

<a href="https://newsroom.ap.org/home/search/?query=byline:%22MARGERY%20A.%20BECK%22&amp;mediaType=text&amp;st=keyword&amp;sortOrder=newest">By MARGERY A. BECK Associated Press</a>

Sarah Milgrim, one of two&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-jewish-museum-shooting-9e77d16a88d634b0dde5b2455c96dddf">Israeli Embassy staffers fatally shot</a>&nbsp;last week in an apparently politically motivated ambush in Washington, D.C., was remembered Tuesday during a private funeral in the Kansas community where she grew up.

Milgrim, a 26-year-old from the Kansas City suburb of Prairie Village, Kansas, was leaving a reception for young diplomats at the Capital Jewish Museum alongside 30-year-old Yaron Lischinsky on May 21 when they were shot to death. A&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-jewish-museum-shooting-10307b3b1a2a337e76730736b12ebbcb">suspect</a>, 31-year-old Elias Rodriguez, was arrested and shouted “Free Palestine” as he was led away. Charging documents said he later told police, "I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza.”

Lischinsky had bought an engagement ring before the shooting and was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israeli-embassy-victims-washington-shooting-couple-engagement-efbe6ba65306a314a782d388ce3fba65">planning to propose</a>&nbsp;to Milgrim in the coming days, those who knew the couple have said.

Instead of an upcoming wedding, those close to Milgrim eulogized her at a private service Tuesday at Congregation Beth Torah in Overland Park, Kansas, the temple she attended as a child with her family.

Rabbi Doug Alpert of Congregation Kol Ami in Kansas City, Missouri, gave an impassioned eulogy as scores of attendees sniffled and softly sobbed.

Alpert first drew laughs as he relayed early childhood memories from her parents, Bob and Nancy Milgrim, including her love of hiding as a young child that earned her the label of “sneaky.” They also recalled her as creative, funny and preternaturally empathetic to animals. She was a vegetarian for most of her childhood and once saved an abandoned baby bunny using her mother's oven mitts, which she promptly then returned to their kitchen drawer unwashed.

But laughter soon turned to tears as Alpert noted the backlash Milgrim faced from strangers and even some acquaintances when she joined the Israeli Embassy staff and expressed her desire for a peaceful solution to end the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.

“We would like nothing more right now than to ask Sarah, to talk to Sarah, to learn from such a beacon of light amidst a world of darkness," Alpert said. "We’ve been cheated out of that opportunity. And for the Milgrim family, cheated out of so much more.”

Milgrim's boss at the embassy, Sawsan Hasson, recounted how Milgrim championed women's and LGBTQ rights and always stuck to her mission of peace and bringing people together — especially those opposed to one another on religion, politics and ideology.

“This morning, you and Yaron were meant to be in Israel, celebrating with his family,” Hasson said. “Instead, through an unthinkable tragedy, you have brought Israel here to Kansas to meet your own loving family in your hometown. Somehow, even in your passing, you have created connection and unity.”

Milgrim earned a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies from the University of Kansas in 2021. She was remembered as a warm, uplifting presence at Shabbat dinners and holiday gatherings at the Chabad Center for Jewish Life on campus.

After graduating, Milgrim worked at at a Tel Aviv-based organization centered on technology training and conflict dialogue for young Palestinians and Israelis, according to her LinkedIn profile. She had been trained in religious engagement and peacebuilding by the United States Institute of Peace, an organization that promotes conflict resolution and was created by the U.S. Congress.

After earning a master’s degree in international affairs from American University in 2023, she went to work at the Israeli Embassy, where her job involved organizing events and missions to Israel.

Milgrim would have been teenager when her Kansas community was rocked by another deadly antisemitic attack in 2014. Frazier Glenn Miller Jr., an avowed anti-Semite and white supremacist,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/general-news-cab94ee0c9c84db0ae5c4e69f02a7a3c">fatally shot</a>&nbsp;three people at two Jewish sites in Overland Park in April of that year. At his trial, Miller openly stated that he targeted Jews for death — though none of his victims were Jewish. Miller was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/049dd23899154d8ba71e596143520fa8">convicted</a>&nbsp;in August 2015 and later sentenced to death.

Sheila Katz, CEO of the National Council of Jewish Women, last week lauded Milgrim for her work with women’s groups, LGBTQ communities and multi-faith groups and said Milgrim was studying whether friendships between Arabs and Israelis could promote peace.

“We knew something like this could happen,” she said. “I just don’t think we thought it would happen to her.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747923211105.png" alt="Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky-courtesy phot" />
 <figcaption>Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky-courtesy phot</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://newsroom.ap.org/home/search/?query=byline:%22MARGERY%20A.%20BECK%22&amp;mediaType=text&amp;st=keyword&amp;sortOrder=newest">By MARGERY A. BECK Associated Press</a>Sarah Milgrim, one of two&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-jewish-museum-shooting-9e77d16a88d634b0dde5b2455c96dddf">Israeli Embassy staffers fatally shot</a>&nbsp;last week in an apparently politically motivated ambush in Washington, D.C., was remembered Tuesday during a private funeral in the Kansas community where she grew up.Milgrim, a 26-year-old from the Kansas City suburb of Prairie Village, Kansas, was leaving a reception for young diplomats at the Capital Jewish Museum alongside 30-year-old Yaron Lischinsky on May 21 when they were shot to death. A&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-jewish-museum-shooting-10307b3b1a2a337e76730736b12ebbcb">suspect</a>, 31-year-old Elias Rodriguez, was arrested and shouted “Free Palestine” as he was led away. Charging documents said he later told police, "I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza.”Lischinsky had bought an engagement ring before the shooting and was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israeli-embassy-victims-washington-shooting-couple-engagement-efbe6ba65306a314a782d388ce3fba65">planning to propose</a>&nbsp;to Milgrim in the coming days, those who knew the couple have said.Instead of an upcoming wedding, those close to Milgrim eulogized her at a private service Tuesday at Congregation Beth Torah in Overland Park, Kansas, the temple she attended as a child with her family.Rabbi Doug Alpert of Congregation Kol Ami in Kansas City, Missouri, gave an impassioned eulogy as scores of attendees sniffled and softly sobbed.Alpert first drew laughs as he relayed early childhood memories from her parents, Bob and Nancy Milgrim, including her love of hiding as a young child that earned her the label of “sneaky.” They also recalled her as creative, funny and preternaturally empathetic to animals. She was a vegetarian for most of her childhood and once saved an abandoned baby bunny using her mother's oven mitts, which she promptly then returned to their kitchen drawer unwashed.But laughter soon turned to tears as Alpert noted the backlash Milgrim faced from strangers and even some acquaintances when she joined the Israeli Embassy staff and expressed her desire for a peaceful solution to end the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.“We would like nothing more right now than to ask Sarah, to talk to Sarah, to learn from such a beacon of light amidst a world of darkness," Alpert said. "We’ve been cheated out of that opportunity. And for the Milgrim family, cheated out of so much more.”Milgrim's boss at the embassy, Sawsan Hasson, recounted how Milgrim championed women's and LGBTQ rights and always stuck to her mission of peace and bringing people together — especially those opposed to one another on religion, politics and ideology.“This morning, you and Yaron were meant to be in Israel, celebrating with his family,” Hasson said. “Instead, through an unthinkable tragedy, you have brought Israel here to Kansas to meet your own loving family in your hometown. Somehow, even in your passing, you have created connection and unity.”Milgrim earned a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies from the University of Kansas in 2021. She was remembered as a warm, uplifting presence at Shabbat dinners and holiday gatherings at the Chabad Center for Jewish Life on campus.After graduating, Milgrim worked at at a Tel Aviv-based organization centered on technology training and conflict dialogue for young Palestinians and Israelis, according to her LinkedIn profile. She had been trained in religious engagement and peacebuilding by the United States Institute of Peace, an organization that promotes conflict resolution and was created by the U.S. Congress.After earning a master’s degree in international affairs from American University in 2023, she went to work at the Israeli Embassy, where her job involved organizing events and missions to Israel.Milgrim would have been teenager when her Kansas community was rocked by another deadly antisemitic attack in 2014. Frazier Glenn Miller Jr., an avowed anti-Semite and white supremacist,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/general-news-cab94ee0c9c84db0ae5c4e69f02a7a3c">fatally shot</a>&nbsp;three people at two Jewish sites in Overland Park in April of that year. At his trial, Miller openly stated that he targeted Jews for death — though none of his victims were Jewish. Miller was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/049dd23899154d8ba71e596143520fa8">convicted</a>&nbsp;in August 2015 and later sentenced to death.Sheila Katz, CEO of the National Council of Jewish Women, last week lauded Milgrim for her work with women’s groups, LGBTQ communities and multi-faith groups and said Milgrim was studying whether friendships between Arabs and Israelis could promote peace.“We knew something like this could happen,” she said. “I just don’t think we thought it would happen to her.”

Sarah Milgrim, Kansas native killed in Washington D.C. shooting, laid to rest

LYON COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating eight suspects on multiple allegations after weeks of investigation in southeast Kansas.

On April 26, police attempted to locate a person with an outstanding warrant at an eastern Emporia residence which led to a narcotics investigation, according to a media release from Emporia Police.

Officers executed a search warrant and discovered narcotics along with apparent fraudulent documents leading to additional investigations. Officers uncovered a ring of individuals involved in the production, supplying and use of false documents including but not limited to, social security cards, identification cards, driver’s licenses, and permanent resident cards. 

One individual under investigation for supplying false documents is alleged to be involved with unlicensed dental offices, uncovered in 2 homes in eastern and western Emporia.

The weeks long investigation by Emporia Patrol Officers yielded 8 arrests, more than 10 search warrants, 2 seized vehicles and approximately $6,000 in seized US currency. The Department of Homeland Security assisted in the investigation.

The following individuals are in custody on requested charges in connection with the investigation.

Francisco German Pichardo-Machardo; Making False Information, Possession of Marijuana, Possession Drug Paraphernalia

Martin Pichardo-Machado; Making False Information, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Identity Fraud

Hugo Antonio Cardona-Argueta; Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Interference with Law Enforcement, Making False Information, Identity Theft

Martha Kenia Lopez-Alvarado; Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Interference with Law Enforcement, Making False Information, Identity Theft

Iris Tatiana Sandoval-Flores; Human Smuggling, Identity Theft, Dealing in False Identification Documents, Unlicensed Practice of Dentistry or Dental Hygiene

Ana Raquel Figueroa; Unlicensed Practice of Dentistry or Dental Hygiene, Unlawful Obtaining a Prescription-Only Drug

Rigoberto J Sandoval Sandoval; Unlicensed Practice of Dentistry or Dental Hygiene, Unlawful Obtaining a Prescription-Only Drug

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748093842979.png" alt="Hugo Antonio Cardona-Argueta-photo Lyon County" />
 <figcaption>Hugo Antonio Cardona-Argueta-photo Lyon County</figcaption>
 </figure>LYON COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating eight suspects on multiple allegations after weeks of investigation in southeast Kansas.On April 26, police attempted to locate a person with an outstanding warrant at an eastern Emporia residence which led to a narcotics investigation, according to a media release from Emporia Police.Officers executed a search warrant and discovered narcotics along with apparent fraudulent documents leading to additional investigations. Officers uncovered a ring of individuals involved in the production, supplying and use of false documents including but not limited to, social security cards, identification cards, driver’s licenses, and permanent resident cards. One individual under investigation for supplying false documents is alleged to be involved with unlicensed dental offices, uncovered in 2 homes in eastern and western Emporia.The weeks long investigation by Emporia Patrol Officers yielded 8 arrests, more than 10 search warrants, 2 seized vehicles and approximately $6,000 in seized US currency. The Department of Homeland Security assisted in the investigation.The following individuals are in custody on requested charges in connection with the investigation.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748094671764.png" alt="Francisco German Pichardo-Machardo photo Lyon Co." />
 <figcaption>Francisco German Pichardo-Machardo photo Lyon Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Francisco German Pichardo-Machardo; Making False Information, Possession of Marijuana, Possession Drug Paraphernalia<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748094721550.png" alt="Martin Pichardo-Machado photo Lyon Co." />
 <figcaption>Martin Pichardo-Machado photo Lyon Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Martin Pichardo-Machado; Making False Information, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Identity FraudHugo Antonio Cardona-Argueta; Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Interference with Law Enforcement, Making False Information, Identity Theft<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748093547797.png" alt="Alvarado photo Lyon County" />
 <figcaption>Alvarado photo Lyon County</figcaption>
 </figure>Martha Kenia Lopez-Alvarado; Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Interference with Law Enforcement, Making False Information, Identity Theft<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748094451698.png" alt="Iris Tatiana Sandoval-Flores photo Lyon Co." />
 <figcaption>Iris Tatiana Sandoval-Flores photo Lyon Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Iris Tatiana Sandoval-Flores; Human Smuggling, Identity Theft, Dealing in False Identification Documents, Unlicensed Practice of Dentistry or Dental Hygiene<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748094558350.png" alt="Ana Raquel Figueroa" />
 <figcaption>Ana Raquel Figueroa</figcaption>
 </figure>Ana Raquel Figueroa; Unlicensed Practice of Dentistry or Dental Hygiene, Unlawful Obtaining a Prescription-Only DrugRigoberto J Sandoval Sandoval; Unlicensed Practice of Dentistry or Dental Hygiene, Unlawful Obtaining a Prescription-Only Drug

Police: Kan. suspects provided unlicensed dental care, made fake ID cards 

By TONY GUERRERO Hays Post

The Hays Police Department executed a search warrant Thursday at a child care home in Hays after reports of&nbsp;alleged child endangerment and potential drug use, according to Hays Police Chief Don Scheibler. The search was part of an ongoing investigation.

Police officers and officials from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment executed the warrant in the 2500 block of Donald Drive following reports made earlier in the week.

Scheibler said an officer sustained minor injuries from a dog bite during the search. No arrests have been made.

On Friday, the police department requested KDHE issue an emergency suspension to close the facility during the ongoing investigation,&nbsp;Scheibler said.

No names of potential suspects have been released.

By TONY GUERRERO Hays PostThe Hays Police Department executed a search warrant Thursday at a child care home in Hays after reports of&nbsp;alleged child endangerment and potential drug use, according to Hays Police Chief Don Scheibler. The search was part of an ongoing investigation.Police officers and officials from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment executed the warrant in the 2500 block of Donald Drive following reports made earlier in the week.Scheibler said an officer sustained minor injuries from a dog bite during the search. No arrests have been made.On Friday, the police department requested KDHE issue an emergency suspension to close the facility during the ongoing investigation,&nbsp;Scheibler said.No names of potential suspects have been released.

Dog bit police officer during search of Kan. home day care

Kwhentin McCloud, Probation violation, arrested 05/23

Jvon Robinson, Failure to appear, arrested 05/23

Adrian Noisette, Failure to appear, arrested 05/23

Angel Melendez, Failure to appear, arrested 05/24

Thomas Nichols,&nbsp;Failure to appear, arrested 05/24

Anastee Durham,&nbsp;Failure to appear, arrested 05/24

CJ Mills, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of marijuana, arrested 05/25

Jorianah Williams, Canceled/suspended/revoked driver's license, arrested 05/25

Joshua Jones, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of marijuana; Interference with LEO; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, arrested 05/25

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.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378052652.jpeg" alt="Mary Barrios, Traffic contraband into correctional facility; Possession of controlled substance; Theft &lt; $1,500 pocket picking; Interference with LEO; Obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Aggravated escape from custody, arrested 05/23" />
 <figcaption>Mary Barrios, Traffic contraband into correctional facility; Possession of controlled substance; Theft &lt; $1,500 pocket picking; Interference with LEO; Obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Aggravated escape from custody, arrested 05/23</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378244324.jpeg" alt="Amanda Massoli, Failure to appear, arrested 05/23" />
 <figcaption>Amanda Massoli, Failure to appear, arrested 05/23</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378254300.jpeg" alt="Mikal Kairson,&nbsp;Failure to appear, arrested 05/23" />
 <figcaption>Mikal Kairson,&nbsp;Failure to appear, arrested 05/23</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378304486.jpeg" alt="Damani Bisio, Failure to appear (Three counts), Interference with LEO; Obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Battery on LEO; Physical contact with county or city officer on duty; Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of marijuana (2 or more prior convictions), arrested 05/24" />
 <figcaption>Damani Bisio, Failure to appear (Three counts), Interference with LEO; Obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Battery on LEO; Physical contact with county or city officer on duty; Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of marijuana (2 or more prior convictions), arrested 05/24</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378316280.jpeg" alt="Erick Alvarado,&nbsp;Failure to appear, arrested 05/24" />
 <figcaption>Erick Alvarado,&nbsp;Failure to appear, arrested 05/24</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378523051.jpeg" alt="Korina Lafitte, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of controlled substance, arrested 05/25" />
 <figcaption>Korina Lafitte, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of controlled substance, arrested 05/25</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378848941.jpeg" alt="Leah Shaw, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Criminal restraint; Criminal damage to property (without consent vale $1,000 to $2,500), arrested 05/25" />
 <figcaption>Leah Shaw, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Criminal restraint; Criminal damage to property (without consent vale $1,000 to $2,500), arrested 05/25</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378859909.jpeg" alt="Marcus Nicholson, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; Criminal trespass, arrested 05/25" />
 <figcaption>Marcus Nicholson, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; Criminal trespass, arrested 05/25</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378870630.jpeg" alt="Trevor Selby, Failure to appear (Two counts), arrested 05/25" />
 <figcaption>Trevor Selby, Failure to appear (Two counts), arrested 05/25</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748378884224.jpeg" alt="Wayne Sawicki, Aggravated battery; Recklessly cause great bodily harm/disfigurement, arrested 05/25" />
 <figcaption>Wayne Sawicki, Aggravated battery; Recklessly cause great bodily harm/disfigurement, arrested 05/25</figcaption>
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 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Kwhentin McCloud, Probation violation, arrested 05/23Jvon Robinson, Failure to appear, arrested 05/23Adrian Noisette, Failure to appear, arrested 05/23Angel Melendez, Failure to appear, arrested 05/24Thomas Nichols,&nbsp;Failure to appear, arrested 05/24Anastee Durham,&nbsp;Failure to appear, arrested 05/24CJ Mills, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of marijuana, arrested 05/25Jorianah Williams, Canceled/suspended/revoked driver's license, arrested 05/25Joshua Jones, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Possession of marijuana; Interference with LEO; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, arrested 05/25Recent 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.

Geary County Booking Photos May 24-27

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an alleged violent incident at the Riley County Jail.

Just before 5:30a.m. Saturday, an officer filed a report for battery of a corrections officer, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 A 31-year-old prisoner identified as Evans Agyemang of Manhattan was listed as a suspect for battering a 25-year-old woman during the performance of her duties. 

Just before 6:30a.m. Agyemang was arrested&nbsp; at 1001 S. Seth Child, for battery of a corrections officer. Agyemang was issued a total bond of $15,000 and remains in custody at Riley County Jail.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an alleged violent incident at the Riley County Jail.Just before 5:30a.m. Saturday, an officer filed a report for battery of a corrections officer, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. A 31-year-old prisoner identified as Evans Agyemang of Manhattan was listed as a suspect for battering a 25-year-old woman during the performance of her duties. Just before 6:30a.m. Agyemang was arrested&nbsp; at 1001 S. Seth Child, for battery of a corrections officer. Agyemang was issued a total bond of $15,000 and remains in custody at Riley County Jail.

Prisoner accused of battery on corrections officer

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas man accused in vehicle crash that left another man dead made his first court appearance in the case Thursday and was released from custody.

Christian Sheppard, 33 of Wichita, is charged with 2nd degree murder, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

On Dec. 29, police responded to a collision in the 200 block of N. Charles Street in Wichita, according to a media release. First responders found the vehicle that struck a tree and fence and caught fire. A passenger, identified as 32-year-old Chekiel Wright, died, and the driver, later identified as Sheppard was seriously injured.

On May 21, police arrested Sheppard.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is scheduled back in court on June 5,&nbsp; before Judge Tyler Roush, according to the district attorney's office. Shortly after his court appearance, he met the requirement of a $250,000 bond and was released from custody, according to online jail records.

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 <figcaption>&nbsp;Sheppard photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas man accused in vehicle crash that left another man dead made his first court appearance in the case Thursday and was released from custody.Christian Sheppard, 33 of Wichita, is charged with 2nd degree murder, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.On Dec. 29, police responded to a collision in the 200 block of N. Charles Street in Wichita, according to a media release. First responders found the vehicle that struck a tree and fence and caught fire. A passenger, identified as 32-year-old Chekiel Wright, died, and the driver, later identified as Sheppard was seriously injured.On May 21, police arrested Sheppard.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is scheduled back in court on June 5,&nbsp; before Judge Tyler Roush, according to the district attorney's office. Shortly after his court appearance, he met the requirement of a $250,000 bond and was released from custody, according to online jail records.

Kansas man charged in fatal crash and fire is no longer in jail

WICHITA, Kan. — The Wichita Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early Sunday in Wichita and have a man in custody identified as 19-year-old Matthew Wayne Criscenso, according to Sedgwick County booking records.&nbsp;

The victim has been identified as 20-year-old Naomi Oglesby, a resident of Wichita. At the time of the incident, she was pregnant, according to Office Rick Pena. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, she was pronounced dead at 5:04 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-naomis-family-after-her-untimely-loss?attribution_id=sl:2d18a7a3-5ebf-4f8e-b662-ed72c4175c96&amp;lang=en_US&amp;ts=1748307018&amp;utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&amp;utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_c-amp15_t2&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=email"> Click here to visit the online fundraiser.</a>

Doctors were able to deliver her infant, who is currently receiving care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at a Wichita hospital.&nbsp; 

Police arrested Criscenso in the 700 Block of Laura Street and just before 10a.m. Sunday booked him into jail on requested charges of first-degree murder, battery, domestic battery, disorderly conduct, criminal restraint and contempt of court, according to online jail records.&nbsp; He is expected to make a court appearance on the charges this week.

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 </figure>WICHITA, Kan. — The Wichita Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early Sunday in Wichita and have a man in custody identified as 19-year-old Matthew Wayne Criscenso, according to Sedgwick County booking records.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748259337812.png" alt="Criscenzo -photo Sedgwick County" />
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 </figure>The victim has been identified as 20-year-old Naomi Oglesby, a resident of Wichita. At the time of the incident, she was pregnant, according to Office Rick Pena. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, she was pronounced dead at 5:04 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-naomis-family-after-her-untimely-loss?attribution_id=sl:2d18a7a3-5ebf-4f8e-b662-ed72c4175c96&amp;lang=en_US&amp;ts=1748307018&amp;utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&amp;utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_c-amp15_t2&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=email"> Click here to visit the online fundraiser.</a><figure>
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 </figure>Doctors were able to deliver her infant, who is currently receiving care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at a Wichita hospital.&nbsp; Police arrested Criscenso in the 700 Block of Laura Street and just before 10a.m. Sunday booked him into jail on requested charges of first-degree murder, battery, domestic battery, disorderly conduct, criminal restraint and contempt of court, according to online jail records.&nbsp; He is expected to make a court appearance on the charges this week.

Suspect accused of killing pregnant Kansas woman; baby survived

&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect in connection with a vehicle theft in rural Jackson County, Kansas.

Just before 5p.m. Thursday a, Sheriff’s Deputies apprehended a suspect involved in an early morning car theft in Jackson County, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.&nbsp;  The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a Chevy Impala that had been stolen from a residence in the 25000 Block of T. Road, north of Holton.

The vehicle was located before noon east of U. Road on 334th Road.  The driver of the vehicle had lost control and crashed off the roadway and in the timber. 

Deputies investigated the scene and connected the theft with a suspect. Deputies arrested 23-year-old Austin Riley Richard of Tecumseh in connection with the theft of the vehicle.

Richard was booked in the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of felony theft, criminal damage to property and 3 counts of aggravated violation of the registered offender act.

Richard is being held in the Jackson County Jail. The Brown County Sheriff’s Office and the Kickapoo Police Department assisted with the incident.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748048155346.png" alt="Richard photo Jackson Co." />
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 </figure>&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect in connection with a vehicle theft in rural Jackson County, Kansas.Just before 5p.m. Thursday a, Sheriff’s Deputies apprehended a suspect involved in an early morning car theft in Jackson County, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.&nbsp; The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a Chevy Impala that had been stolen from a residence in the 25000 Block of T. Road, north of Holton.The vehicle was located before noon east of U. Road on 334th Road. The driver of the vehicle had lost control and crashed off the roadway and in the timber. Deputies investigated the scene and connected the theft with a suspect. Deputies arrested 23-year-old Austin Riley Richard of Tecumseh in connection with the theft of the vehicle.Richard was booked in the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of felony theft, criminal damage to property and 3 counts of aggravated violation of the registered offender act.Richard is being held in the Jackson County Jail. The Brown County Sheriff’s Office and the Kickapoo Police Department assisted with the incident.

Sheriff: Kansas man jailed after crash in stolen car

KANSAS CITY&nbsp; —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest in&nbsp;

Just before 11:30 a.m. May 23,&nbsp; sheriff's deputies served a search warrant in rural Garden City, Missouri, according to a media release from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office.

The warrant was granted after an investigation into the theft of a vehicle on May 5. As a result, 39-year-old Jessie Fletcher of Garden City, Missouri, was arrested.

Fletcher is now charged with 1st Degree Tampering of a Vehicle (Class D Felony) and four counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (Class C Felony).She’s currently being held at the Cass County Jail on a $25,000 cash-only bond.&nbsp; Garden City is approximately 45 minutes southeast of Kansas City.

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY&nbsp; —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest in&nbsp;Just before 11:30 a.m. May 23,&nbsp; sheriff's deputies served a search warrant in rural Garden City, Missouri, according to a media release from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office.The warrant was granted after an investigation into the theft of a vehicle on May 5. As a result, 39-year-old Jessie Fletcher of Garden City, Missouri, was arrested.Fletcher is now charged with 1st Degree Tampering of a Vehicle (Class D Felony) and four counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (Class C Felony).She’s currently being held at the Cass County Jail on a $25,000 cash-only bond.&nbsp; Garden City is approximately 45 minutes southeast of Kansas City.

Woman jailed for vehicle theft in rural Kansas City suburb

&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a Nebraska man on multiple allegations after a traffic stop.

Just before 2:30p.m. May 23, a sheriff's deputy&nbsp;conducted a traffic stop on a Subaru Forester for a traffic infraction on U.S. 75 Highway near 126th&nbsp;Road, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

&nbsp; After the traffic stop was completed, the driver, Michael Glebavicius, 55, of Omaha, Nebraska, was arrested following a search of the vehicle. During the search, methamphetamine, marijuana and numerous items of drug paraphernalia were located.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glebavicius was&nbsp;booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and criminal carrying of a weapon.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747947275336.png" alt="Glebavicius" />
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 </figure>&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a Nebraska man on multiple allegations after a traffic stop.Just before 2:30p.m. May 23, a sheriff's deputy&nbsp;conducted a traffic stop on a Subaru Forester for a traffic infraction on U.S. 75 Highway near 126th&nbsp;Road, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.&nbsp; After the traffic stop was completed, the driver, Michael Glebavicius, 55, of Omaha, Nebraska, was arrested following a search of the vehicle. During the search, methamphetamine, marijuana and numerous items of drug paraphernalia were located.&nbsp;&nbsp;Glebavicius was&nbsp;booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and criminal carrying of a weapon.

Sheriff: Man jailed for weapons violation, transporting meth in Kansas

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas man accused in vehicle crash that left another man dead made his first court appearance in the case Thursday.

On May 21, police arrested Sheppard.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is scheduled back in court on June 5,&nbsp; before Judge Tyler Roush, according to the district attorney's office.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>SHEPPARD Sheppard photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas man accused in vehicle crash that left another man dead made his first court appearance in the case Thursday.Christian Sheppard, 33 of Wichita, is charged with 2nd degree murder, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.On Dec. 29, police responded to a collision in the 200 block of N. Charles Street in Wichita, according to a media release. First responders found the vehicle that struck a tree and fence and caught fire. A passenger, identified as 32-year-old Chekiel Wright, died, and the driver, later identified as Sheppard was seriously injured.On May 21, police arrested Sheppard.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is scheduled back in court on June 5,&nbsp; before Judge Tyler Roush, according to the district attorney's office.&nbsp;

Kan. driver accused in deadly crash, fire faces a judge

JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple sex allegations.

Just after 1 p.m. Thursday, a Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Detectives arrested 22-year-old Quo-Jon Paul Tye, of Holton, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

Tye was arrested on a five count Jackson County District Court warrant. The warrant was issued in reference to a Jackson County Sheriff’s Office investigation. The alleged crimes were reported to the Sheriff’s Office in November of 2024. 

The warrant consists of three counts of rape and two counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a minor. Tye was booked into and remains in the Jackson County Jail.

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 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple sex allegations.Just after 1 p.m. Thursday, a Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Detectives arrested 22-year-old Quo-Jon Paul Tye, of Holton, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.Tye was arrested on a five count Jackson County District Court warrant. The warrant was issued in reference to a Jackson County Sheriff’s Office investigation. The alleged crimes were reported to the Sheriff’s Office in November of 2024. The warrant consists of three counts of rape and two counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a minor. Tye was booked into and remains in the Jackson County Jail.

Sheriff: Kansas man accused of child sex crimes

KANSAS CITY—A Kansas City man was sentenced to seven years in prison for an ice cream shop burglary that occurred last year, according to&nbsp;Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson.

<a href="mailto:Media%20Contact:%20%20%20Jazzlyn%20Johnson%20%20Director%20of%20Communications%20%20%20Jackson%20County%20Prosecutor%E2%80%99s%20Office%20%20%20415%20E%2012th%20Street%20%20Kansas%20City,%20MO%20-%2064106%20%20(816)%20929-1289%20%20%20jazzlyn.johnson@jacksongov.org%20%20%20https://www.jacksoncountyprosecutor.com">John Heckman</a>, 78,&nbsp;received a seven-year prison sentence after pleading guilty yesterday to 2nd Degree Burglary and a concurrent four-year sentence for 1st Degree Property Damage.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.jacksoncountyprosecutor.com/DocumentCenter/View/2623/Heckman-John-PC-Statement_Redacted">According to court records</a>, Kansas City police were dispatched on October 13, 2024, to Betty Rae’s Ice Cream on a burglary. Officers observed a broken glass door, and the reporting party said a black safe with nearly $2,000 in cash was taken.&nbsp;

Surveillance footage of the incident showed an older male, later identified as Heckman, throw a rock into the window and enter the business. He walked to the back of the store where the safe is located and carries it out of the business.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The reporting party said the glass door was $1,700 to fix and the safe was $2,000 to replace.&nbsp;&nbsp;Police, joined by Kansas City, Kan. officers, located the Heckman in a Kansas City, Kan., residence. Detectives said he told them he spent the money on dope and the casinos.

Heckman's criminal record includes multiple prior convictions for burglary and stealing across the Kansas City metro.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729717963316.png" alt="Heckman from an earlier arrest in Wyandotte Co." />
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY—A Kansas City man was sentenced to seven years in prison for an ice cream shop burglary that occurred last year, according to&nbsp;Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson.<a href="mailto:Media%20Contact:%20%20%20Jazzlyn%20Johnson%20%20Director%20of%20Communications%20%20%20Jackson%20County%20Prosecutor%E2%80%99s%20Office%20%20%20415%20E%2012th%20Street%20%20Kansas%20City,%20MO%20-%2064106%20%20(816)%20929-1289%20%20%20jazzlyn.johnson@jacksongov.org%20%20%20https://www.jacksoncountyprosecutor.com">John Heckman</a>, 78,&nbsp;received a seven-year prison sentence after pleading guilty yesterday to 2nd Degree Burglary and a concurrent four-year sentence for 1st Degree Property Damage.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jacksoncountyprosecutor.com/DocumentCenter/View/2623/Heckman-John-PC-Statement_Redacted">According to court records</a>, Kansas City police were dispatched on October 13, 2024, to Betty Rae’s Ice Cream on a burglary. Officers observed a broken glass door, and the reporting party said a black safe with nearly $2,000 in cash was taken.&nbsp;Surveillance footage of the incident showed an older male, later identified as Heckman, throw a rock into the window and enter the business. He walked to the back of the store where the safe is located and carries it out of the business.&nbsp;&nbsp;The reporting party said the glass door was $1,700 to fix and the safe was $2,000 to replace.&nbsp;&nbsp;Police, joined by Kansas City, Kan. officers, located the Heckman in a Kansas City, Kan., residence. Detectives said he told them he spent the money on dope and the casinos.Heckman's criminal record includes multiple prior convictions for burglary and stealing across the Kansas City metro.

Suspect arrested in Kan. for ice cream shop burglary is going to prison

PAWNEE COUNTY– Rhonda Hudson-McNutt, 47, appeared in the Pawnee County District Court in custody Thursday afternoon for sentencing on two separate felony cases, according to Pawnee&nbsp; County Attorney Doug McNett.

In July of 2024, Hudson-McNutt was arrested on probable cause without incident following an investigation by the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Department. 

She was charged with Blackmail, Breach of Privacy, to wit: disseminating nude images, Identity Theft,&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement, to wit: falsely reporting a felony crime,&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement, to wit: falsely reporting information in a felony investigation, and Criminal False Communication. She was also charged in a separate criminal complaint with misdemeanor Trespass.

Hudson-McNutt subsequently posted bond and was released. However, on August 9, 2024, the defendant was arrested for violating the no contact conditions of her bond. Incident to that arrest, she was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine.

On November 19, 2024, the she entered no contest pleas in the first case to&nbsp; Breach of Privacy, to wit: disseminating nude images, Identity Theft, and&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement, to wit: falsely reporting a felony crime. She also entered a no contest plea to Possession of Methamphetamine. In exchange for the pleas, the State dismiss remain charges. Following the plea hearing, the defendant was release on bond but was re-arrested the following day for violating the no contact condition.

In support of the plea, Pawnee County Attorney Douglas McNett advised the Court that in July of 2024 Hudson-McNutt threatened an individual that she would contact law enforcement to falsely claim he sexually assaulted her if that individual didn’t disclose the whereabouts of her estranged husband. The investigation revealed that she also distributed without permission nude images of the individual that she’d gained access to. During this same timeframe Hudson-McNutt also accessed her estranged husband’s email account and sent an email to the Kansas Department of Children and Families claiming to confess to child sex crimes.

Following an extended sentencing hearing which included testimony from the victims, District Judge Bruce Gatterman denied her request for probation citing her behavior on bond and sentenced Hudson-McNutt to an aggregated sentence of 47 months in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections.

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 </figure>PAWNEE COUNTY– Rhonda Hudson-McNutt, 47, appeared in the Pawnee County District Court in custody Thursday afternoon for sentencing on two separate felony cases, according to Pawnee&nbsp; County Attorney Doug McNett.In July of 2024, Hudson-McNutt was arrested on probable cause without incident following an investigation by the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Department. She was charged with Blackmail, Breach of Privacy, to wit: disseminating nude images, Identity Theft,&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement, to wit: falsely reporting a felony crime,&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement, to wit: falsely reporting information in a felony investigation, and Criminal False Communication. She was also charged in a separate criminal complaint with misdemeanor Trespass.Hudson-McNutt subsequently posted bond and was released. However, on August 9, 2024, the defendant was arrested for violating the no contact conditions of her bond. Incident to that arrest, she was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine.On November 19, 2024, the she entered no contest pleas in the first case to&nbsp; Breach of Privacy, to wit: disseminating nude images, Identity Theft, and&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement, to wit: falsely reporting a felony crime. She also entered a no contest plea to Possession of Methamphetamine. In exchange for the pleas, the State dismiss remain charges. Following the plea hearing, the defendant was release on bond but was re-arrested the following day for violating the no contact condition.In support of the plea, Pawnee County Attorney Douglas McNett advised the Court that in July of 2024 Hudson-McNutt threatened an individual that she would contact law enforcement to falsely claim he sexually assaulted her if that individual didn’t disclose the whereabouts of her estranged husband. The investigation revealed that she also distributed without permission nude images of the individual that she’d gained access to. During this same timeframe Hudson-McNutt also accessed her estranged husband’s email account and sent an email to the Kansas Department of Children and Families claiming to confess to child sex crimes.Following an extended sentencing hearing which included testimony from the victims, District Judge Bruce Gatterman denied her request for probation citing her behavior on bond and sentenced Hudson-McNutt to an aggregated sentence of 47 months in the custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections.

Kansas woman gets plea deal for blackmail, ID theft

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect for alleged violent sex crimes.

Just before 7:30p.m. Thursday, officers filed a report of rape, aggravated assault, aggravated sexual battery, kidnapping, blackmail and aggravated endangering a child, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp; A 34-year-old woman was listed as a victim.

Just after 11p.m. Thursday police arrested 33-year-old Henrry Mendrano Tellez of Manhattan in the 1000 block of Westloop Place. 

Mendrano Tellez is being held on a $500,000 bond on requested charges of rape, aggravated assault, aggravated sexual battery, kidnapping, blackmail and aggravated endangering a child.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect for alleged violent sex crimes.Just before 7:30p.m. Thursday, officers filed a report of rape, aggravated assault, aggravated sexual battery, kidnapping, blackmail and aggravated endangering a child, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp; A 34-year-old woman was listed as a victim.Just after 11p.m. Thursday police arrested 33-year-old Henrry Mendrano Tellez of Manhattan in the 1000 block of Westloop Place. Mendrano Tellez is being held on a $500,000 bond on requested charges of rape, aggravated assault, aggravated sexual battery, kidnapping, blackmail and aggravated endangering a child.

RCPD: Manhattan man accused of rape, endangering a child

TOPEKA, Kan.&nbsp;– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Friday morning in Topeka, Kansas.

On Thursday, May 22, at around 11:54 p.m., the TPD was dispatched to investigate a domestic disturbance. Officers went to the residence at 1500 SW 24 St. to make contact with a man identified as Dustin C. Kuney, 33, of Topeka, according to a media release.

Officers attempted to communicate with Kuney, who was alone in the residence, and at 12:54 a.m., Kuney fired shots from the doorway of the residence. Three TPD officers returned fire in response. The gunfire ended and Kuney surrendered to officers at the scene. No law enforcement officers or citizens were injured in this incident.

Kuney was arrested on requested charges of aggravated domestic battery and aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, and was booked into Shawnee County Department of Corrections.

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Topeka.

Just after 11:45p.m Thursday, police responded to investigate a call for of a domestic disturbance at a home in the 1500 block of SW 24th Street in Topeka, according to police spokesman Daniel Garrett.

Just before 1a.m. Friday, police attempted to make contact with the suspect. Officers announced their presence, and the individual reportedly began shooting from the home. The officers then discharged their weapons in response. The suspect, an adult male, then surrendered to officers at the scene, and was taken into custody. The suspect was not injured, and a firearm was found at the scene.&nbsp;

TPD requested the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) to investigate the incident.&nbsp; Per policy, the involved Topeka officers have been placed on administrative leave.

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 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan.&nbsp;– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Friday morning in Topeka, Kansas.On Thursday, May 22, at around 11:54 p.m., the TPD was dispatched to investigate a domestic disturbance. Officers went to the residence at 1500 SW 24 St. to make contact with a man identified as Dustin C. Kuney, 33, of Topeka, according to a media release.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748016178787.png" alt="Kuney photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Kuney photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Officers attempted to communicate with Kuney, who was alone in the residence, and at 12:54 a.m., Kuney fired shots from the doorway of the residence. Three TPD officers returned fire in response. The gunfire ended and Kuney surrendered to officers at the scene. No law enforcement officers or citizens were injured in this incident.Kuney was arrested on requested charges of aggravated domestic battery and aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, and was booked into Shawnee County Department of Corrections.---------SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Topeka.Just after 11:45p.m Thursday, police responded to investigate a call for of a domestic disturbance at a home in the 1500 block of SW 24th Street in Topeka, according to police spokesman Daniel Garrett.Just before 1a.m. Friday, police attempted to make contact with the suspect. Officers announced their presence, and the individual reportedly began shooting from the home. The officers then discharged their weapons in response. The suspect, an adult male, then surrendered to officers at the scene, and was taken into custody. The suspect was not injured, and a firearm was found at the scene.&nbsp;TPD requested the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) to investigate the incident.&nbsp; Per policy, the involved Topeka officers have been placed on administrative leave.

Police ID man jailed after gunfight with officers at Kansas home

Brytni Johnson, Failure to appear, arrested 05/20

Cheyenne Sacher, Probation violation, arrested 05/20

James Castillo, Arrest by LEO; Warrant arrest, Driving while license canceled, suspended, or revoked, arrested 05/20

Stewart Moore, Criminal restraint, arrested 05/21

Benjamin Jones Jr., Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, arrested 05/22

Tiara Newman, Failure to appear, arrested 05/22

Achia Gary, Driver's license without valid DL; Prohibiting drug paraphernalia; Possession of marijuana, arrested 05/22

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.<figure>
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 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Brytni Johnson, Failure to appear, arrested 05/20Cheyenne Sacher, Probation violation, arrested 05/20James Castillo, Arrest by LEO; Warrant arrest, Driving while license canceled, suspended, or revoked, arrested 05/20Stewart Moore, Criminal restraint, arrested 05/21Benjamin Jones Jr., Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, arrested 05/22Tiara Newman, Failure to appear, arrested 05/22Achia Gary, Driver's license without valid DL; Prohibiting drug paraphernalia; Possession of marijuana, arrested 05/22Recent 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.

Geary County Booking Photos May 21-23

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest for a violent robbery in Atchison.

Just after 10p.m. May 18,, an employee in the customer service area at Walmart, 1920 U.S. 73 in Atchison, was entering an office door when she was approached by a man who grabbed a cash bag she was holding, according to Atchison Police Chief Mike Wilson.

The suspect, later identified as 38-year-old Michael J. Whitfield of Topeka, struggled briefly with the employee and pushed her as he ran from the area, he did not display any type of weapon.

Whitfield fled the store with a bag of cash in a white Chrysler Pacifica.

On Wednesday, U.S. Marshals and Topeka Police took Whitfield into custody around 11:30p.m. at a residence in Topeka, according to Wilson. He was arrested on an Atchison District Court warrant charging him with robbery, theft, and battery. He was taken to the Shawnee County Jail. Bond has been set at $100,000.&nbsp;

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 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest for a violent robbery in Atchison.Just after 10p.m. May 18,, an employee in the customer service area at Walmart, 1920 U.S. 73 in Atchison, was entering an office door when she was approached by a man who grabbed a cash bag she was holding, according to Atchison Police Chief Mike Wilson.The suspect, later identified as 38-year-old Michael J. Whitfield of Topeka, struggled briefly with the employee and pushed her as he ran from the area, he did not display any type of weapon.Whitfield fled the store with a bag of cash in a white Chrysler Pacifica.On Wednesday, U.S. Marshals and Topeka Police took Whitfield into custody around 11:30p.m. at a residence in Topeka, according to Wilson. He was arrested on an Atchison District Court warrant charging him with robbery, theft, and battery. He was taken to the Shawnee County Jail. Bond has been set at $100,000.&nbsp;

Police capture Kan. suspect who took bag of cash from business

WASHINGTON (AP) — The fatal shooting of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-jewish-museum-shooting-9e77d16a88d634b0dde5b2455c96dddf">two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington</a>&nbsp;outside a Jewish museum was being investigated Thursday as an act of targeted violence, federal authorities said, as investigators prepared criminal charges against the suspect, who police say yelled&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war">“Free, free Palestine” following his arrest</a>.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-washington-jewish-museum-shooting-photos-9bb0f101b642c6b74ee24c08001878b3">The stunning attack</a>&nbsp;on Wednesday evening prompted Israeli missions to beef up security and lower their flags to half-staff. It came as Israel has launched another major offensive in the Gaza Strip in a war with the Hamas militant group that has&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-washington-jewish-museum-shooting-0dd228eaea670cd06416b9a777912748">heightened tensions across the Middle East and internationally</a>&nbsp;and that law enforcement officials have repeatedly warned could inspire violence in the U.S.

The victims, identified as Yaron Lischinsky, an Israeli citizen, and Sarah Milgrim, an American, were a young couple about to be engaged, according to Yechiel Leiter, the Israeli ambassador to the U.S. He said Lischinsky had purchased a ring this week with the intent to propose next week in Jerusalem.

The couple were leaving an event at the Capital Jewish Museum when the suspect, who had been seen pacing outside the museum, approached a group of four people and opened fire, Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela Smith said&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/video/mayor-attorney-general-condemn-deadly-shooting-incident-outside-jewish-museum-in-washington-dc-32607e74992e4bbba64e83e683c13699">at a news conference.</a>

The gunman, identified by police as 31-year-old Elias Rodriguez of Chicago, then walked into the museum, was detained by security guards and began chanting, “Free, free Palestine,” Smith said.

“These horrible D.C. killings, based obviously on antisemitism, must end, NOW!” President Donald Trump posted on social media early Thursday. “Hatred and Radicalism have no place in the USA."

Israeli Prime Minister&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/benjamin-netanyahu">Benjamin Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;’s office said he was shocked.

“We are witnessing the terrible price of antisemitism and wild incitement against Israel,” he said in a statement.

The investigation unfolded in Washington, where federal investigators interviewed the suspect overnight and prosecutors prepared to bring criminal charges, and in Chicago, where heavily armed law enforcement officers arrived early Thursday at a home listed as the suspect's address.

FBI Director Kash Patel called the killings an “act of terror” and an example of targeted antisemitic violence.

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said authorities were working to corroborate unspecified “writings allegedly authored" by Rodriguez. That was likely a reference to a document circulating online in which he expresses anger over Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza, which was ignited by Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack that killed 1,200 people and resulted in the abduction of some 250 hostages.

In the time since, Israel’s devastating campaign in Gaza has killed more than 53,000 people, mostly women and children, according to local health authorities, whose count doesn’t differentiate between combatants and civilians. The fighting has displaced 90% of the territory’s roughly 2 million population,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-news-hostages-05-21-2025-11444e8b684b983dbb64daa5854b7b14">sparked a hunger crisis</a>&nbsp;and obliterated vast swaths of Gaza’s urban landscape.

It was not immediately clear whether Rodriguez had an attorney who could comment on his behalf. A telephone number listed in public records rang unanswered.

<a href="https://apnews.com/video/witness-recounts-moment-staff-members-of-israeli-embassy-killed-in-shooting-near-dcs-jewish-museum-3bbc508261bd4ec99995ba90aaf6d5f9">The shooting followed</a>&nbsp;the American Jewish Committee's annual Young Diplomats reception at the museum, which the couple had attended.

Milgrim, from Overland Park, Kansas, was described by AJC chief executive Ted Deutch as “warm and compassionate, committed to peace building and passionate about sustainability and people-to-people relations.” Deutch said Lischinsky was a staff member of the embassy’s political department who told others at the event that he was eager to return to Israel to celebrate the Shavuot holiday with his family.

“Sarah and Yaron were stolen from us,” he said. “Moments before they were murdered, they were smiling, laughing and enjoying an event with colleagues and friends. We are in shock and heartbroken as we attempt to process this immense tragedy.”

Yoni Kalin and Katie Kalisher were inside the museum when they heard gunshots, and a man came inside looking distressed. Kalin said people came to his aid and brought him water, thinking he needed help, without realizing he was the suspect. When police arrived, he pulled out a red keffiyeh, the Palestinian headscarf, and repeatedly yelled, “Free Palestine,’” Kalin said.

“This event was about humanitarian aid,” Kalin said. “How can we actually help both the people in Gaza and the people in Israel? How can we bring together Muslims and Jews and Christians to work together to actually help innocent people? And then here he is just murdering two people in cold blood.”

Last week, the Capital Jewish Museum was one of the local nonprofits in Washington awarded funding from a $500,000 grant program to increase its security. The museum’s leaders&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/antisemitism-united-states-jews-donald-trump-2c2db56fd4d994cbabfde037cb107af8">were concerned because it is a Jewish organization</a>&nbsp;and due to its new LGBTQ exhibit, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/capital-jewish-museum-receives-dc-grant-amid-security-concerns-for-lgbtq-exhibit/3918302/?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_DCBrand">NBC4 Washington</a>.

“We recognize that there are threats associated with this as well,” Executive Director Beatrice Gurwitz told the TV station. “And again, we want to ensure that our space is as welcoming and secure for everybody who comes here while we are exploring these stories.”

In response to the shooting, the museum said in a statement that it was “deeply saddened and horrified by the senseless violence.”

Israeli diplomats have a history of being targeted by violence, both by state-backed assailants and Palestinian militants over the decades of the wider Israeli-Palestinian conflict that grew out of the founding of Israel in 1948.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The fatal shooting of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-jewish-museum-shooting-9e77d16a88d634b0dde5b2455c96dddf">two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington</a>&nbsp;outside a Jewish museum was being investigated Thursday as an act of targeted violence, federal authorities said, as investigators prepared criminal charges against the suspect, who police say yelled&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war">“Free, free Palestine” following his arrest</a>.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I join in mourning the loss of Kansan Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, two Israeli Embassy staffers who were killed last night outside of the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C.. As I have said before, antisemitic violence is not theoretical, and it is happening now.&mdash; Governor Laura Kelly (@GovLauraKelly) <a href="https://twitter.com/GovLauraKelly/status/1925595330193633590?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">As Kansans, we value peace over violence, dialogue over destruction, and dignity for all people, regardless of faith or background.&mdash; Governor Laura Kelly (@GovLauraKelly) <a href="https://twitter.com/GovLauraKelly/status/1925595432194830641?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-washington-jewish-museum-shooting-photos-9bb0f101b642c6b74ee24c08001878b3">The stunning attack</a>&nbsp;on Wednesday evening prompted Israeli missions to beef up security and lower their flags to half-staff. It came as Israel has launched another major offensive in the Gaza Strip in a war with the Hamas militant group that has&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-embassy-washington-jewish-museum-shooting-0dd228eaea670cd06416b9a777912748">heightened tensions across the Middle East and internationally</a>&nbsp;and that law enforcement officials have repeatedly warned could inspire violence in the U.S.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Yaron and Sarah were our friends and colleagues. They were in the prime of their lives. This evening, a terrorist shot and killed them as they exited an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in DC. The entire embassy staff is heartbroken and devastated by their murder. No words… <a href="https://t.co/2HytKDp8Fr">pic.twitter.com/2HytKDp8Fr</a>&mdash; Embassy of Israel to the USA (@IsraelinUSA) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraelinUSA/status/1925447599164702743?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The attack on a young couple who are part of the Jewish community - Yaron and Sarah - is a tragic and sickening escalation of antisemitism in America. This violence and hatred must end. Sarah grew up in the Kansas City area, and I am saddened for the loved ones who are grieving…&mdash; Senator Jerry Moran (@JerryMoran) <a href="https://twitter.com/JerryMoran/status/1925549112235069838?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The victims, identified as Yaron Lischinsky, an Israeli citizen, and Sarah Milgrim, an American, were a young couple about to be engaged, according to Yechiel Leiter, the Israeli ambassador to the U.S. He said Lischinsky had purchased a ring this week with the intent to propose next week in Jerusalem.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">My statement on last night&#39;s antisemitic attack outside of the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C.: <a href="https://t.co/lbTZakJSxj">pic.twitter.com/lbTZakJSxj</a>&mdash; Rep. Sharice Davids (@RepDavids) <a href="https://twitter.com/RepDavids/status/1925618746636247351?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Please join Congressman Schmidt in praying for the victims of this horrific act of terror. Antisemitism and hatred have no place in America. Those responsible will be brought to justice. <a href="https://t.co/ZEfLIl0dcK">https://t.co/ZEfLIl0dcK</a>&mdash; Rep. Derek Schmidt Press (@RepDerekSchmidt) <a href="https://twitter.com/RepDerekSchmidt/status/1925409703414157346?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I am heartbroken by the vicious, antisemitic attack that took place on the streets of our nation’s capital. Please join me in praying for Yaron and Sarah’s families, their <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraelinUSA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IsraelinUSA</a> colleagues, and the entire Jewish community. Sarah was a Kansan, a native of Overland Park… <a href="https://t.co/oMbcUyjMmy">https://t.co/oMbcUyjMmy</a>&mdash; Tracey Mann (@RepMann) <a href="https://twitter.com/RepMann/status/1925557350900945240?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">All of Kansas joins in prayer for Overland Park native Sarah Milgrim and her soon-to-be fiancé, Yaron Lischinsky — victims of an unspeakable murder in Washington, DC. Our hearts are with their families and friends, the Overland Park community, and the entire Israeli Embassy…&mdash; Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) <a href="https://twitter.com/RogerMarshallMD/status/1925565902843502910?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The couple were leaving an event at the Capital Jewish Museum when the suspect, who had been seen pacing outside the museum, approached a group of four people and opened fire, Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela Smith said&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/video/mayor-attorney-general-condemn-deadly-shooting-incident-outside-jewish-museum-in-washington-dc-32607e74992e4bbba64e83e683c13699">at a news conference.</a>The gunman, identified by police as 31-year-old Elias Rodriguez of Chicago, then walked into the museum, was detained by security guards and began chanting, “Free, free Palestine,” Smith said.“These horrible D.C. killings, based obviously on antisemitism, must end, NOW!” President Donald Trump posted on social media early Thursday. “Hatred and Radicalism have no place in the USA."Israeli Prime Minister&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/benjamin-netanyahu">Benjamin Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;’s office said he was shocked.“We are witnessing the terrible price of antisemitism and wild incitement against Israel,” he said in a statement.The investigation unfolded in Washington, where federal investigators interviewed the suspect overnight and prosecutors prepared to bring criminal charges, and in Chicago, where heavily armed law enforcement officers arrived early Thursday at a home listed as the suspect's address.FBI Director Kash Patel called the killings an “act of terror” and an example of targeted antisemitic violence.FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said authorities were working to corroborate unspecified “writings allegedly authored" by Rodriguez. That was likely a reference to a document circulating online in which he expresses anger over Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza, which was ignited by Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack that killed 1,200 people and resulted in the abduction of some 250 hostages.In the time since, Israel’s devastating campaign in Gaza has killed more than 53,000 people, mostly women and children, according to local health authorities, whose count doesn’t differentiate between combatants and civilians. The fighting has displaced 90% of the territory’s roughly 2 million population,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-news-hostages-05-21-2025-11444e8b684b983dbb64daa5854b7b14">sparked a hunger crisis</a>&nbsp;and obliterated vast swaths of Gaza’s urban landscape.It was not immediately clear whether Rodriguez had an attorney who could comment on his behalf. A telephone number listed in public records rang unanswered.<a href="https://apnews.com/video/witness-recounts-moment-staff-members-of-israeli-embassy-killed-in-shooting-near-dcs-jewish-museum-3bbc508261bd4ec99995ba90aaf6d5f9">The shooting followed</a>&nbsp;the American Jewish Committee's annual Young Diplomats reception at the museum, which the couple had attended.Milgrim, from Overland Park, Kansas, was described by AJC chief executive Ted Deutch as “warm and compassionate, committed to peace building and passionate about sustainability and people-to-people relations.” Deutch said Lischinsky was a staff member of the embassy’s political department who told others at the event that he was eager to return to Israel to celebrate the Shavuot holiday with his family.“Sarah and Yaron were stolen from us,” he said. “Moments before they were murdered, they were smiling, laughing and enjoying an event with colleagues and friends. We are in shock and heartbroken as we attempt to process this immense tragedy.”Yoni Kalin and Katie Kalisher were inside the museum when they heard gunshots, and a man came inside looking distressed. Kalin said people came to his aid and brought him water, thinking he needed help, without realizing he was the suspect. When police arrived, he pulled out a red keffiyeh, the Palestinian headscarf, and repeatedly yelled, “Free Palestine,’” Kalin said.“This event was about humanitarian aid,” Kalin said. “How can we actually help both the people in Gaza and the people in Israel? How can we bring together Muslims and Jews and Christians to work together to actually help innocent people? And then here he is just murdering two people in cold blood.”Last week, the Capital Jewish Museum was one of the local nonprofits in Washington awarded funding from a $500,000 grant program to increase its security. The museum’s leaders&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/antisemitism-united-states-jews-donald-trump-2c2db56fd4d994cbabfde037cb107af8">were concerned because it is a Jewish organization</a>&nbsp;and due to its new LGBTQ exhibit, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/capital-jewish-museum-receives-dc-grant-amid-security-concerns-for-lgbtq-exhibit/3918302/?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_DCBrand">NBC4 Washington</a>.“We recognize that there are threats associated with this as well,” Executive Director Beatrice Gurwitz told the TV station. “And again, we want to ensure that our space is as welcoming and secure for everybody who comes here while we are exploring these stories.”In response to the shooting, the museum said in a statement that it was “deeply saddened and horrified by the senseless violence.”Israeli diplomats have a history of being targeted by violence, both by state-backed assailants and Palestinian militants over the decades of the wider Israeli-Palestinian conflict that grew out of the founding of Israel in 1948.The Palestinians seek Gaza and the West Bank for a future state, with east Jerusalem as its capital — lands Israel captured in the 1967 war. However, the peace process between the sides has been stalled for years.___