&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man on drug allegations.

Just after 7:30a.m. Jan. 24, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Nissan Altima near 150th and Q. Road for a traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

 The deputy located illegal drug contraband on the passenger and inside the vehicle. The passenger, Steven Ralph Barker, 61, of Topeka, was arrested and transported to the Jackson County Jail.

He was booked into the Jail on requested charges that include possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug,  possession of drug paraphernalia, transporting an open container and trafficking contraband into a corrections facility.

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 </figure>&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man on drug allegations.Just after 7:30a.m. Jan. 24, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Nissan Altima near 150th and Q. Road for a traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse. The deputy located illegal drug contraband on the passenger and inside the vehicle. The passenger, Steven Ralph Barker, 61, of Topeka, was arrested and transported to the Jackson County Jail.He was booked into the Jail on requested charges that include possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia, transporting an open container and trafficking contraband into a corrections facility.

Sheriff: Passenger in Kan. traffic stop couldn't hide drugs

SEDGWICK COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating a fatal deputy-involved shooting that occurred early Thursday have identified the man who died as 43-year-old Larry Armour of Wichita, according to the agency.

At around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday night, officers from the Wichita Police Department (WPD) initiated a vehicle pursuit near East Bayley and Schweiter Drive after they located a suspect operating a vehicle that was reported stolen at knifepoint earlier in the night.

The vehicle’s driver was identified as Armour.&nbsp; The pursuit ended near East Harry St. and Green St., and Armour fled on foot.

Preliminary information indicates that then Armour entered a residence in the 2400 block of East Harry through the back entrance, while armed with a knife. A man who lived at the home who was unacquainted with Armour, was inside.

A tactical team, comprised of both officers from the WPD, deputies from the SCSO, and crisis negotiators, quickly responded to the residence. Just before 1 a.m., members of the tactical team arrived on scene. Negotiations with Armour were attempted. Just after 3 a.m., a deputy from SCSO observed Armour through a window, standing over the innocent resident threatening him with a large knife and shouting that he would kill him. The deputy fired one shot striking Armour, and ending the hostage incident.

Medical aid was administered to Armour, and EMS transported him to a Wichita hospital. Despite life-saving measures, he died from his injuries. As a precaution, the resident was transported to a local hospital for evaluation, but he was uninjured during the incident. No law enforcement officers were injured during the shooting.

Armour has a&nbsp; previous felony conviction for drugs and had been on parole since 2018, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections. On January 12, Wichita police arrested him on a requested charge of aggravated robbery and flee or attempt to elude&nbsp; police, according to Sedgwick County Arrest records.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Armour booking photo from an arrest earlier this month in Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating a fatal deputy-involved shooting that occurred early Thursday have identified the man who died as 43-year-old Larry Armour of Wichita, according to the agency.At around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday night, officers from the Wichita Police Department (WPD) initiated a vehicle pursuit near East Bayley and Schweiter Drive after they located a suspect operating a vehicle that was reported stolen at knifepoint earlier in the night.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706197350986.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation early Thursday -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation early Thursday -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>The vehicle’s driver was identified as Armour.&nbsp; The pursuit ended near East Harry St. and Green St., and Armour fled on foot.Preliminary information indicates that then Armour entered a residence in the 2400 block of East Harry through the back entrance, while armed with a knife. A man who lived at the home who was unacquainted with Armour, was inside.A tactical team, comprised of both officers from the WPD, deputies from the SCSO, and crisis negotiators, quickly responded to the residence. Just before 1 a.m., members of the tactical team arrived on scene. Negotiations with Armour were attempted. Just after 3 a.m., a deputy from SCSO observed Armour through a window, standing over the innocent resident threatening him with a large knife and shouting that he would kill him. The deputy fired one shot striking Armour, and ending the hostage incident.Medical aid was administered to Armour, and EMS transported him to a Wichita hospital. Despite life-saving measures, he died from his injuries. As a precaution, the resident was transported to a local hospital for evaluation, but he was uninjured during the incident. No law enforcement officers were injured during the shooting.Armour has a&nbsp; previous felony conviction for drugs and had been on parole since 2018, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections. On January 12, Wichita police arrested him on a requested charge of aggravated robbery and flee or attempt to elude&nbsp; police, according to Sedgwick County Arrest records.&nbsp;

Man who died in Kan. deputy shooting had history of crime

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an unusual theft and asking the public for help.

According to a social media report from city of Kechi Police Chief Braden Moore, sometime last week, person(s) decided to steal their radar sign that was posted up on 101st Street.

 This expensive piece of equipment was used as a traffic calming device to help keep neighborhoods safer. The sign was set to alert drivers of their speed as you pass by. 

It would flash red and blues the driver was traveling faster than they should be. It does not take photos, it is not used for enforcement, it was simply there for drivers and others to check their speed as they entered an area of reduced posted speed limits. 

This sign also helped cut back on traffic citations.

Moore wrote, "it’s sad and unfortunate. We have no choice now but to take traffic enforcement action in the areas the sign was posted. The sign offered free warnings to those who were speeding in those areas. It was nice. A police officer running radar in that same area doesn’t have to give warnings and can write citations…… see the difference…..?"

"Should the radar sign be returned to its original area of posting, or at the police station, no questions will be asked." "

"Should you have information on the whereabouts of the sign and information leading to the location and arrest of those who chose to steal, a reward is waiting for you."

"Your information will be confidential, nobody will know who you are, and police can close out this case. To those who stole the sign, you’re better than this."

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706292251560.png" alt="Photo Kechi Police" />
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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an unusual theft and asking the public for help.According to a social media report from city of Kechi Police Chief Braden Moore, sometime last week, person(s) decided to steal their radar sign that was posted up on 101st Street. This expensive piece of equipment was used as a traffic calming device to help keep neighborhoods safer. The sign was set to alert drivers of their speed as you pass by. It would flash red and blues the driver was traveling faster than they should be. It does not take photos, it is not used for enforcement, it was simply there for drivers and others to check their speed as they entered an area of reduced posted speed limits. This sign also helped cut back on traffic citations.Moore wrote, "it’s sad and unfortunate. We have no choice now but to take traffic enforcement action in the areas the sign was posted. The sign offered free warnings to those who were speeding in those areas. It was nice. A police officer running radar in that same area doesn’t have to give warnings and can write citations…… see the difference…..?""Should the radar sign be returned to its original area of posting, or at the police station, no questions will be asked." ""Should you have information on the whereabouts of the sign and information leading to the location and arrest of those who chose to steal, a reward is waiting for you.""Your information will be confidential, nobody will know who you are, and police can close out this case. To those who stole the sign, you’re better than this."

Police ask for return of radar sign stolen from Kansas road

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A prized statue of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/jackie-robinson">Jackie Robinson</a>&nbsp;was stolen from a public park in Kansas, spurring a police search Friday and outrage across the city of Wichita.

The statue honors the first player to break Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947. Surveillance video was released of two people hauling the sculpture away in the dark. Wichita police said in a Facebook post that it went missing Thursday morning.

The statue was cut at the ankles to be removed. All that remained of the statue Friday were Robinson's feet.

“I’m frustrated by the actions of those individuals who had the audacity to take the statue of Jackie Robinson from a park where kids and families in our community gather to learn the history of Jackie Robinson, an American icon, and play the game of baseball,” Wichita police Chief Joe Sullivan said during a news conference Friday. “This should upset all of us.”

He said even more troubling was the statue's theft shortly before Black History Month.

Robinson played for the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro Leagues before joining the Brooklyn Dodgers, paving the way for generations of Black American ballplayers. He's considered not only a sports legend but also a civil rights icon.

Wichita City Council member Brandon Johnson called the theft “horrendous” and “disgusting,” and said that residents are feeling hurt and angry, and demanding justice.

“Many people want to find those folks before law enforcement,” Johnson said. "So again, like the chief and the (district attorney) said, if you’ve got that statue, bring it here today. Now."

The Wichita Metro Crime Commission offered a reward Friday of up to $2,500 for tips leading to arrests and another $5,000 for tips that lead to the statue's recovery.

Sullivan said he hopes area salvage yards will contact police if the statue is brought in for money.

“Once the statue is returned, we also want the individuals who robbed our community of a treasure to be held accountable for their actions,” Sullivan said. “And I assure you, they will. The resources of the Wichita Police Department have been mobilized.”

Little League nonprofit League 42, named after Robinson's number with the Dodgers, paid about $50,000 for the model of him, Executive Director Bob Lutz said. The sculpture was installed in 2021 in McAdams Park, where the roughly 600 children play in the youth baseball league.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706271522033.png" alt="Security camera image of the theft." />
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 </figure>WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A prized statue of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/jackie-robinson">Jackie Robinson</a>&nbsp;was stolen from a public park in Kansas, spurring a police search Friday and outrage across the city of Wichita.The statue honors the first player to break Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947. Surveillance video was released of two people hauling the sculpture away in the dark. Wichita police said in a Facebook post that it went missing Thursday morning.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706214116336.png" alt="Photo city of Wichita" />
 <figcaption>Photo city of Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>The statue was cut at the ankles to be removed. All that remained of the statue Friday were Robinson's feet.<figure>
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 </figure>“I’m frustrated by the actions of those individuals who had the audacity to take the statue of Jackie Robinson from a park where kids and families in our community gather to learn the history of Jackie Robinson, an American icon, and play the game of baseball,” Wichita police Chief Joe Sullivan said during a news conference Friday. “This should upset all of us.”He said even more troubling was the statue's theft shortly before Black History Month.Robinson played for the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro Leagues before joining the Brooklyn Dodgers, paving the way for generations of Black American ballplayers. He's considered not only a sports legend but also a civil rights icon.Wichita City Council member Brandon Johnson called the theft “horrendous” and “disgusting,” and said that residents are feeling hurt and angry, and demanding justice.“Many people want to find those folks before law enforcement,” Johnson said. "So again, like the chief and the (district attorney) said, if you’ve got that statue, bring it here today. Now."The Wichita Metro Crime Commission offered a reward Friday of up to $2,500 for tips leading to arrests and another $5,000 for tips that lead to the statue's recovery.Sullivan said he hopes area salvage yards will contact police if the statue is brought in for money.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706274871424.png" alt="photo of the truck involved in the theft-Wichita Police" />
 <figcaption>photo of the truck involved in the theft-Wichita Police</figcaption>
 </figure>“Once the statue is returned, we also want the individuals who robbed our community of a treasure to be held accountable for their actions,” Sullivan said. “And I assure you, they will. The resources of the Wichita Police Department have been mobilized.”Little League nonprofit League 42, named after Robinson's number with the Dodgers, paid about $50,000 for the model of him, Executive Director Bob Lutz said. The sculpture was installed in 2021 in McAdams Park, where the roughly 600 children play in the youth baseball league.

Reward offered: Jackie Robinson statue stolen from a Kansas park

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a homicide

Just after 6 p.m. Friday,&nbsp; police were dispatched to report of a disturbance at 58th and Swope Parkway, according to Sheriff Daryl Forte'.

First responders found a man unresponsive in front of a convenience store.&nbsp; He was pronounced dead at the scene.&nbsp; Police have not reported an arrest or suspect information.

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 <figcaption>Police at the scene of the homicide investigation-photos Sheriff Daryl Forte'</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a homicideJust after 6 p.m. Friday,&nbsp; police were dispatched to report of a disturbance at 58th and Swope Parkway, according to Sheriff Daryl Forte'.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706357497685.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>First responders found a man unresponsive in front of a convenience store.&nbsp; He was pronounced dead at the scene.&nbsp; Police have not reported an arrest or suspect information.

Homicide: Man dies after disturbance near KC convenience store

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.

Jason Ludecke, Failure to appear, arrested 01/25

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/2024/1/1706287490868.jpeg" alt="Ruby Riggins, Failure to appear, arrested 01/25" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706287527156.jpeg" alt="Frederick Swinson, Arrest by LEO, Warrant arrest, Driving while license cancelled, suspended, or revoked, arrested 01/25" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706287593311.jpeg" alt="Bonnie Holman, Arrest by LEO, Warrant arrest, arrested 01/25" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706287635338.jpeg" alt="Michael Rice, Driving under the influence, (3rd conviction in 10 years), arrested 01/26" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706287726095.jpeg" alt="Casey Francis, Possession of marijuana, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, arrested 01/26" />
 <figcaption>Casey Francis, Possession of marijuana, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, arrested 01/26</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Jason Ludecke, Failure to appear, arrested 01/25Recent 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 Jan. 26

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged sex crimes in the city of Riley.

Just before 7p.m. Thursday, officers filed a report for rape in Ogden. A 19-year-old-woman and a 22-year-old woman were listed as the victims and a 26-year-old man known to them was listed as the suspect.

Police released no additional details and have not reported an arrest..

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged sex crimes in the city of Riley.Just before 7p.m. Thursday, officers filed a report for rape in Ogden. A 19-year-old-woman and a 22-year-old woman were listed as the victims and a 26-year-old man known to them was listed as the suspect.Police released no additional details and have not reported an arrest..

RCPD investigating report of alleged rape in Ogden

&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on alleged sex crimes.

Just after 1a.m. Thursday, deputies arrested 49-year-old Chad Steven Tyler of Meriden, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

&nbsp;Tyler was arrested on a Jackson County District Court Warrant by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. The warrant was issued following&nbsp;a Jackson County Sheriff&nbsp;investigation into an alleged sexual assault that took place on January 16, 2024, in&nbsp;southern Jackson County.

 Tyler was booked into the Jackson County Jail for rape and aggravated sexual battery.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706196870071.png" alt="Tyler-photo Jackson Co." />
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 </figure>&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on alleged sex crimes.Just after 1a.m. Thursday, deputies arrested 49-year-old Chad Steven Tyler of Meriden, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.&nbsp;Tyler was arrested on a Jackson County District Court Warrant by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. The warrant was issued following&nbsp;a Jackson County Sheriff&nbsp;investigation into an alleged sexual assault that took place on January 16, 2024, in&nbsp;southern Jackson County. Tyler was booked into the Jackson County Jail for rape and aggravated sexual battery.

Sheriff: Kansas deputies capture alleged rape suspect

FRANKLIN COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), along with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, have arrested two murder suspects.&nbsp;

Just before 9p.m. July 28, sheriff's deputies responded to 1805 John Brown Road, near Princeton, Kansas, in rural Franklin County after gunfire was reported. Deputies found Nathan Boggs, 42, of Ottawa, suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite life-saving measures Boggs died at the scene.

After a six month investigation, KBI agents and Franklin County deputies arrested 41-year-old Timothy S. Corn, of Ottawa, at the Franklin County Courthouse on Thursday. Corn was arrested on a warrant for first-degree murder and interference with law enforcement.

Jessica D. Smith, 33, of Ottawa, was arrested at around 4:30 p.m. on Thursday at 6575 E. 213th&nbsp;St. in Quenemo, Kansas. Smith was also arrested on a warrant for first-degree murder and interference with law enforcement.

The arrests occurred without incident. Corn and Smith were booked into the Franklin County Jail.&nbsp;

The Franklin County Attorney’s Office is expected to prosecute the case.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706267686750.png" alt="Corn-photo Franklin Co." />
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 </figure>FRANKLIN COUNTY&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), along with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, have arrested two murder suspects.&nbsp;Just before 9p.m. July 28, sheriff's deputies responded to 1805 John Brown Road, near Princeton, Kansas, in rural Franklin County after gunfire was reported. Deputies found Nathan Boggs, 42, of Ottawa, suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite life-saving measures Boggs died at the scene.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706267607628.png" alt="Smith-photo Franklin Co." />
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 </figure>After a six month investigation, KBI agents and Franklin County deputies arrested 41-year-old Timothy S. Corn, of Ottawa, at the Franklin County Courthouse on Thursday. Corn was arrested on a warrant for first-degree murder and interference with law enforcement.Jessica D. Smith, 33, of Ottawa, was arrested at around 4:30 p.m. on Thursday at 6575 E. 213th&nbsp;St. in Quenemo, Kansas. Smith was also arrested on a warrant for first-degree murder and interference with law enforcement.The arrests occurred without incident. Corn and Smith were booked into the Franklin County Jail.&nbsp;The Franklin County Attorney’s Office is expected to prosecute the case.&nbsp;

2 arrested after 6-month investigation of rural Kansas murder

NEW YORK (AP) — A Seattle man who police say has been stalking and harassing Taylor Swift was ordered held without bail Thursday after he was arrested three times in recent days in front of the pop star's home in Manhattan's Tribeca neighborhood.

David Crowe, 33, was arraigned in Manhattan Criminal Court on a misdemeanor charge of second-degree criminal contempt, according to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office. He was also ordered to undergo a psychiatric exam.

Prosecutors said Crowe violated a protective order issued Wednesday mandating he stay away from Swift and her home and refrain from any communication with her.

Crowe was arrested Wednesday by officers responding to complaints of an emotionally disturbed man acting erratically near Swift’s townhouse. He was arraigned and issued the protection order, but a short time later he was arrested again near Swift’s residence.

Court documents say an unidentified security worker had spotted Crowe near the singer’s home about 30 times since Nov. 25. Crowe was asked about 10 times not to approach the building or to leave, according to prosecutors.

New York County Defender Services, which is representing Crowe, declined to comment Thursday. “We have no additional statement," spokesperson Lupe Todd-Medina wrote in an email. "We rely on the statements made in court today.”

Swift’s Manhattan townhouse has been the scene of several break-ins when Swift wasn’t there, including by some who were identified as stalkers.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706236308205.png" alt="FILE - Taylor Swift enters Arrowhead Stadium before the start of an NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Cincinnati Bengals, Dec. 31, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. David Crowe, a Seattle man who police say has been stalking and harassing Swift, was ordered held without bail Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, after he was arrested three times in recent days in front of the pop star's home in Manhattan's Tribeca neighborhood. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)" />
 <figcaption>FILE - Taylor Swift enters Arrowhead Stadium before the start of an NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Cincinnati Bengals, Dec. 31, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. David Crowe, a Seattle man who police say has been stalking and harassing Swift, was ordered held without bail Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, after he was arrested three times in recent days in front of the pop star's home in Manhattan's Tribeca neighborhood. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)</figcaption>
 </figure>NEW YORK (AP) — A Seattle man who police say has been stalking and harassing Taylor Swift was ordered held without bail Thursday after he was arrested three times in recent days in front of the pop star's home in Manhattan's Tribeca neighborhood.David Crowe, 33, was arraigned in Manhattan Criminal Court on a misdemeanor charge of second-degree criminal contempt, according to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office. He was also ordered to undergo a psychiatric exam.Prosecutors said Crowe violated a protective order issued Wednesday mandating he stay away from Swift and her home and refrain from any communication with her.Crowe was arrested Wednesday by officers responding to complaints of an emotionally disturbed man acting erratically near Swift’s townhouse. He was arraigned and issued the protection order, but a short time later he was arrested again near Swift’s residence.Court documents say an unidentified security worker had spotted Crowe near the singer’s home about 30 times since Nov. 25. Crowe was asked about 10 times not to approach the building or to leave, according to prosecutors.New York County Defender Services, which is representing Crowe, declined to comment Thursday. “We have no additional statement," spokesperson Lupe Todd-Medina wrote in an email. "We rely on the statements made in court today.”Swift’s Manhattan townhouse has been the scene of several break-ins when Swift wasn’t there, including by some who were identified as stalkers.

After 3rd arrest Taylor Swift stalker held without bail

KANSAS CITY – A 32-year-old man was sentenced in federal court for recording his sexual abuse of a seven-year-old victim and sharing a video of the abuse online, according to the United State's Attorney.

Jeffrey A. Knight of Kansas City was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Howard F. Sachs to 23 years in federal prison without parole. The court also sentenced Knight to 15 years of supervised release following incarceration.

On Aug. 8, 2023, Knight pleaded guilty to one count of producing child pornography. Knight admitted that he used his iPhone to create an image and two video recordings of his sexual abuse of the child victim on Feb. 2, 2020. Knight then distributed one of those videos over the internet.

Knight also admitted that he sexually abused the child victim on multiple occasions until April 2022.

Knight has been involved in the trafficking and possession of child pornography since at least 2013. He routinely used messaging applications, such as Telegram, to send and receive child pornography from other individuals over the internet. He also paid money to join online groups that focused on the trafficking of child pornography, and engaged in the trafficking of child pornography with other members of those online groups.

Knight uploaded hundreds of images and videos of child pornography to his online storage accounts, including Google and Dropbox, from 2013 until his arrest on Feb. 3, 2023. Knight was in possession of hundreds of images and videos of child pornography at the time of his arrest.

KANSAS CITY – A 32-year-old man was sentenced in federal court for recording his sexual abuse of a seven-year-old victim and sharing a video of the abuse online, according to the United State's Attorney.Jeffrey A. Knight of Kansas City was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Howard F. Sachs to 23 years in federal prison without parole. The court also sentenced Knight to 15 years of supervised release following incarceration.On Aug. 8, 2023, Knight pleaded guilty to one count of producing child pornography. Knight admitted that he used his iPhone to create an image and two video recordings of his sexual abuse of the child victim on Feb. 2, 2020. Knight then distributed one of those videos over the internet.Knight also admitted that he sexually abused the child victim on multiple occasions until April 2022.Knight has been involved in the trafficking and possession of child pornography since at least 2013. He routinely used messaging applications, such as Telegram, to send and receive child pornography from other individuals over the internet. He also paid money to join online groups that focused on the trafficking of child pornography, and engaged in the trafficking of child pornography with other members of those online groups.Knight uploaded hundreds of images and videos of child pornography to his online storage accounts, including Google and Dropbox, from 2013 until his arrest on Feb. 3, 2023. Knight was in possession of hundreds of images and videos of child pornography at the time of his arrest.

KC man admits using phone to record sex abuse of child

JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating three woman on multiple allegations after a traffic stop.

Just after 11:30p.m. Tuesday P.M., a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a passenger car for a traffic violation east on 126th Road from U.S. 75 Highway, according to Sheriff Tim Morse

In the vehicle, the deputy discovered a hallucinogenic drug, a handgun and possession of a controlled substance. 

The driver, Dakota Chanel Rooks, 23, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, was arrested on requested charges of driving under the influence, criminal possession of a firearm by a felon, and possession of a hallucinogenic drug.

The front seat passenger Sophia Claire Hughes, 24, of Eudora, Kansas, was arrested on requested charges of possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of paraphernalia and probation violations.

The back seat passenger, Aliesha Marie Starks, 24, of Topeka was arrested on requested charges of possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of a controlled substance, open container and trafficking contraband into a correctional facility.

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 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating three woman on multiple allegations after a traffic stop.Just after 11:30p.m. Tuesday P.M., a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a passenger car for a traffic violation east on 126th Road from U.S. 75 Highway, according to Sheriff Tim MorseIn the vehicle, the deputy discovered a hallucinogenic drug, a handgun and possession of a controlled substance. The driver, Dakota Chanel Rooks, 23, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, was arrested on requested charges of driving under the influence, criminal possession of a firearm by a felon, and possession of a hallucinogenic drug.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706134332505.png" alt="Hughes-photo Jackson Co." />
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 </figure>The front seat passenger Sophia Claire Hughes, 24, of Eudora, Kansas, was arrested on requested charges of possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of paraphernalia and probation violations.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706134305559.png" alt="Starks-photo Jackson Co." />
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 </figure>The back seat passenger, Aliesha Marie Starks, 24, of Topeka was arrested on requested charges of possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of a controlled substance, open container and trafficking contraband into a correctional facility.

Sheriff: 3 women caught transporting drugs in Kansas

Barbara Kitt-Hedberg, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license, arrested 01/24

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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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706198811921.jpeg" alt="Cynthia Lynch, Domestic battery, arrested 01/25" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706198846954.jpeg" alt="Zachary Franklin, Failure to appear, arrested 01/25" />
 <figcaption>Zachary Franklin, Failure to appear, arrested 01/25</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Barbara Kitt-Hedberg, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license, arrested 01/24Recent 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 Jan. 25

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations after an arrest.

Just after 7p.m. Jan. 19, the Shawnee County Emergency 911 Dispatch Center received notification of a theft that had just occurred in the 300 block of SE 53rd Street, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

The caller reported seeing a man with a white pickup truck and attached trailer on their home surveillance video taking their basketball goal.

While in route to the scene, a deputy with the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office observed the suspect vehicle near SE Berryton Road and SE 53rd Street. 

The deputy took 43-year-old Travis D. Walker, 43, of Topeka and 44-year-old Jennifer M. Kirwin into custody.Walker booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of theft, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while license suspended, criminal use of weapons, criminal possession of a weapon by a felon and vehicle registration violations. 

Walker also had a warrant for his arrest. Kirwin had warrants for her arrest out of Riley County and Pottawatomie County.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705933532753.png" alt="Walker-photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Walker-photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations after an arrest.Just after 7p.m. Jan. 19, the Shawnee County Emergency 911 Dispatch Center received notification of a theft that had just occurred in the 300 block of SE 53rd Street, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705933592797.png" alt="Kirwin photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Kirwin photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>The caller reported seeing a man with a white pickup truck and attached trailer on their home surveillance video taking their basketball goal.While in route to the scene, a deputy with the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office observed the suspect vehicle near SE Berryton Road and SE 53rd Street. The deputy took 43-year-old Travis D. Walker, 43, of Topeka and 44-year-old Jennifer M. Kirwin into custody.Walker booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of theft, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while license suspended, criminal use of weapons, criminal possession of a weapon by a felon and vehicle registration violations. Walker also had a warrant for his arrest. Kirwin had warrants for her arrest out of Riley County and Pottawatomie County.

Home surveillance camera helped catch Kan. theft suspects

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/2024/1/1706118851438.jpeg" alt="Jessie Kopietz, Failure to appear (Six counts), arrested 01/23" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706118901999.jpeg" alt="Ashley Demercurio, Failure to appear, arrested 01/23" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706118980467.jpeg" alt="Keelan Haygood, Driving while license canceled/suspended/revoked, arrested 01/23" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706119021934.jpeg" alt="Ethan Ragan, Taxation, drugs, No drug stamp payment for marijuana or controlled substance, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Distribute marijuana, 450-&lt;30 kilograms, arrested 01/23" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706119110435.jpeg" alt="Eddie Barbosa,&nbsp;Taxation, drugs, No drug stamp payment for marijuana or controlled substance, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Distribute marijuana, 450-&lt;30 kilograms, arrested 01/24" />
 <figcaption>Eddie Barbosa,&nbsp;Taxation, drugs, No drug stamp payment for marijuana or controlled substance, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Distribute marijuana, 450-&lt;30 kilograms, arrested 01/24</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706119151636.jpeg" alt="Antonio Hill, Failure to appear, arrested 01/24" />
 <figcaption>Antonio Hill, Failure to appear, arrested 01/24</figcaption>
 </figure>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.

Geary County Booking Photos Jan. 24

DOUGLAS COUNTY —Two Kansas suspects in a 2021 murder in Kansas have admitted to their role in the death of 21-year-old Christian Willis of Wichita.

Javier Romero, 20, Lawrence pleaded no contest to murder in the second degree and Andrel D. Spates Jr., 21, of Lawrence, pleaded to voluntary manslaughter, according to Douglas County District Attorney Suzanne Valdez.

Charges stem from an incident that occurred in the 1500 block of Kentucky Street in Lawrence on September 8, 2021.&nbsp; Police in Lawrence arrested Romero days after the crime.&nbsp; U.S. Marshals tracked Spates to Tennessee and arrested him the following month.

“Firearm violence is absolutely avoidable and will not be tolerated in our community,” District Attorney Valdez said.

Senior Assistant District Attorney David Greenwald and Senior Assistant District Attorney Ricardo Leal represented the State of Kansas. The matter was investigated by Lawrence Police Department and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. &nbsp;

Romero’s sentencing is scheduled for March 25 and Spates’ sentencing for April 10, according to the district attorney's office.

Romero faces between 109 and 493 months in the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) and Spates faces between 55 and 247 months in the KDOC.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705575983793.png" alt="Romero-photo Douglas Co." />
 <figcaption>Romero-photo Douglas Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>DOUGLAS COUNTY —Two Kansas suspects in a 2021 murder in Kansas have admitted to their role in the death of 21-year-old Christian Willis of Wichita.Javier Romero, 20, Lawrence pleaded no contest to murder in the second degree and Andrel D. Spates Jr., 21, of Lawrence, pleaded to voluntary manslaughter, according to Douglas County District Attorney Suzanne Valdez.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1633554885919.png" alt="Spates-photo Madison Co. Tennessee Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Spates-photo Madison Co. Tennessee Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>Charges stem from an incident that occurred in the 1500 block of Kentucky Street in Lawrence on September 8, 2021.&nbsp; Police in Lawrence arrested Romero days after the crime.&nbsp; U.S. Marshals tracked Spates to Tennessee and arrested him the following month.“Firearm violence is absolutely avoidable and will not be tolerated in our community,” District Attorney Valdez said.Senior Assistant District Attorney David Greenwald and Senior Assistant District Attorney Ricardo Leal represented the State of Kansas. The matter was investigated by Lawrence Police Department and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. &nbsp;Romero’s sentencing is scheduled for March 25 and Spates’ sentencing for April 10, according to the district attorney's office.Romero faces between 109 and 493 months in the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) and Spates faces between 55 and 247 months in the KDOC.

Suspect captured in Tennessee admits role in Kansas killing

KANSAS CITY– A Kansas City man has been sentenced in federal court for attempting to engage in abusive sexual contact with two court employees in the parking garage of the Charles Evans Whittaker United States Courthouse in Kansas City, according to the United State's Attorney.

Shane Russell Coy, 23, was sentenced&nbsp; Jan. 19, by U.S. Chief District Judge Eric F. Melgren from the District of Kansas to 15 years and eight months in federal prison without parole. The court also sentenced Coy to 10 years of supervised release following incarceration.

On Nov. 1, 2023, Coy pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted abusive sexual contact.

Coy admitted that he unlawfully entered the courthouse underground parking garage on March 7, 2023. As Coy was walking outside by the parking garage exit, the overhead door to the garage exit began to open. As it opened, Coy stepped over the vehicle barricade into the garage exit and approached Victim 1, who was in the driver’s seat of her vehicle, stopped at the exit waiting for the overhead door to open and the vehicle barricade to go down so she could drive out of the garage. Because Victim 1 did not exit the garage soon enough, the exit overhead door and barricade closed, preventing her from driving out.

Coy pulled down his pants and began to masturbate, shouting at Victim 1 to get out of her car. Coy attempted to open a passenger door of the vehicle and punched the driver’s side window with a closed fist. Coy admitted that his actions in attempting to break into Victim 1’s vehicle were done with the specific intent to engage in sexual contact with Victim 1 by some level of force.

Coy then began to approach Victim 2, who had walked into the parking garage from the employee internal entryway door. Victim 2 was able to move away from Coy and position herself behind a vehicle. Coy admitted that he intended to engage in sexual contact with Victim 2 by some level of force.

Coy then ran to the employee entrance door and took an elevator up to the first floor, where he found himself within an enclosed vestibule leading out into the main lobby of the federal courthouse. After a brief period of time, law enforcement officers arrived and took Coy into custody without incident.

According to court documents, Coy was convicted of assault in 2020 after he sexually harassed and assaulted an attendant at a convenience store. Within months of being released from confinement for that conviction, Coy was arrested for the attempted sexual abuse of a postal worker while she was delivering mail at an apartment complex. Earlier on the same day, Coy had confronted a woman who was walking her dog. In all three instances, Coy exposed himself to the victims.

Coy has also been charged in Jackson County, Mo., with sexual misconduct and assault for a similar incident at another parking garage on Feb. 21, 2023. Additionally, according to court documents, on March 7, 2023, Coy exposed himself to two other women at the parking garage and chased one of the victims as she drove through the parking garage shortly before he walked over to the federal courthouse and engaged in the criminal conduct in this federal case.

This case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kenneth W. Borgnino. It was investigated by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Kansas City, Mo., Police Department.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706032539499.png" alt="Coy -photo MODOC" />
 <figcaption>Coy -photo MODOC</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY– A Kansas City man has been sentenced in federal court for attempting to engage in abusive sexual contact with two court employees in the parking garage of the Charles Evans Whittaker United States Courthouse in Kansas City, according to the United State's Attorney.Shane Russell Coy, 23, was sentenced&nbsp; Jan. 19, by U.S. Chief District Judge Eric F. Melgren from the District of Kansas to 15 years and eight months in federal prison without parole. The court also sentenced Coy to 10 years of supervised release following incarceration.On Nov. 1, 2023, Coy pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted abusive sexual contact.Coy admitted that he unlawfully entered the courthouse underground parking garage on March 7, 2023. As Coy was walking outside by the parking garage exit, the overhead door to the garage exit began to open. As it opened, Coy stepped over the vehicle barricade into the garage exit and approached Victim 1, who was in the driver’s seat of her vehicle, stopped at the exit waiting for the overhead door to open and the vehicle barricade to go down so she could drive out of the garage. Because Victim 1 did not exit the garage soon enough, the exit overhead door and barricade closed, preventing her from driving out.Coy pulled down his pants and began to masturbate, shouting at Victim 1 to get out of her car. Coy attempted to open a passenger door of the vehicle and punched the driver’s side window with a closed fist. Coy admitted that his actions in attempting to break into Victim 1’s vehicle were done with the specific intent to engage in sexual contact with Victim 1 by some level of force.Coy then began to approach Victim 2, who had walked into the parking garage from the employee internal entryway door. Victim 2 was able to move away from Coy and position herself behind a vehicle. Coy admitted that he intended to engage in sexual contact with Victim 2 by some level of force.Coy then ran to the employee entrance door and took an elevator up to the first floor, where he found himself within an enclosed vestibule leading out into the main lobby of the federal courthouse. After a brief period of time, law enforcement officers arrived and took Coy into custody without incident.According to court documents, Coy was convicted of assault in 2020 after he sexually harassed and assaulted an attendant at a convenience store. Within months of being released from confinement for that conviction, Coy was arrested for the attempted sexual abuse of a postal worker while she was delivering mail at an apartment complex. Earlier on the same day, Coy had confronted a woman who was walking her dog. In all three instances, Coy exposed himself to the victims.Coy has also been charged in Jackson County, Mo., with sexual misconduct and assault for a similar incident at another parking garage on Feb. 21, 2023. Additionally, according to court documents, on March 7, 2023, Coy exposed himself to two other women at the parking garage and chased one of the victims as she drove through the parking garage shortly before he walked over to the federal courthouse and engaged in the criminal conduct in this federal case.This case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kenneth W. Borgnino. It was investigated by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Kansas City, Mo., Police Department.

KC man admits attempted sexual contact with court employees

Robert Ferrari, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license, arrested 01/22

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>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706031448071.jpeg" alt="Jacob Lechner, Probation violation, Taxation drugs, No drug stamp for marijuana or controlled substance, Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture/plant/cultivate controlled substance, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Distribute certain stimulant, 3.5-&lt;100 grams, arrested 01/22" />
 <figcaption>Jacob Lechner, Probation violation, Taxation drugs, No drug stamp for marijuana or controlled substance, Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture/plant/cultivate controlled substance, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Distribute certain stimulant, 3.5-&lt;100 grams, arrested 01/22</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706031587277.jpeg" alt="James Hunley, Domestic battery, arrested 01/22" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706031623446.jpeg" alt="Anthony Berges, Duty of governor to arrest person charged who has fled from justice, arrested 01/22" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706031671256.jpeg" alt="Deveral Wilson, Outside warrant, Violation of a protection order, Possession of marijuana, Possession of drug paraphernalia, arrested 01/22" />
 <figcaption>Deveral Wilson, Outside warrant, Violation of a protection order, Possession of marijuana, Possession of drug paraphernalia, arrested 01/22</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706031740886.jpeg" alt="Kelly Baraka, Possession of marijuana, Possession of drug paraphernalia, arrested 01/23" />
 <figcaption>Kelly Baraka, Possession of marijuana, Possession of drug paraphernalia, arrested 01/23</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Robert Ferrari, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license, arrested 01/22Recent 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 Jan. 23

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas man who was arrested after he fled a deadly crash and returned to the scene is going to avoid prison.

On Thursday, a judge sentenced 22-year-old&nbsp;Jecarlos Kemp to three years of probation, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

On a Sunday afternoon in June of 2023, police responded to the intersection of North Roosevelt and East Douglas in Wichita for an injury hit-and-run collision, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.

First responders located a victim later identified as 70-year-old Nancy McDonough-Harmening of Wichita in the street unresponsive and being cared for by good Samaritans. EMS transported her to a local hospital where she was later pronounced deceased by medical staff.

During the investigation, officers learned McDonough-Harmening was crossing East Douglas from the south side of Roosevelt towards the north when she was struck by a westbound white Mercury Grand Marquis.

The driver 22-year-old Jecarlos Kemp did not stop, according to Rebolledo. Multiple people witnessed the accident and rendered aid to the victim.

The driver of the Mercury Grand Marquis identified as Kemp returned to the scene approximately 20 minutes after the incident and police arrested him.

In addition to probation, the judge required Kemp to take a defensive driving course, an anger management course and a parenting class, according to the district attorney's office.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687193284121.png" alt="Kemp-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Kemp-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas man who was arrested after he fled a deadly crash and returned to the scene is going to avoid prison.On Thursday, a judge sentenced 22-year-old&nbsp;Jecarlos Kemp to three years of probation, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.On a Sunday afternoon in June of 2023, police responded to the intersection of North Roosevelt and East Douglas in Wichita for an injury hit-and-run collision, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.First responders located a victim later identified as 70-year-old Nancy McDonough-Harmening of Wichita in the street unresponsive and being cared for by good Samaritans. EMS transported her to a local hospital where she was later pronounced deceased by medical staff.During the investigation, officers learned McDonough-Harmening was crossing East Douglas from the south side of Roosevelt towards the north when she was struck by a westbound white Mercury Grand Marquis.The driver 22-year-old Jecarlos Kemp did not stop, according to Rebolledo. Multiple people witnessed the accident and rendered aid to the victim.The driver of the Mercury Grand Marquis identified as Kemp returned to the scene approximately 20 minutes after the incident and police arrested him.In addition to probation, the judge required Kemp to take a defensive driving course, an anger management course and a parenting class, according to the district attorney's office.

Driver fled, then returned after he struck, killed Kan. woman

JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a deadly weekend shooting have identified the victim as&nbsp;15-year-old Brianna Rachelle Higgins of Lawrence, according to Olathe Police Sergeant John Moncayo.

Just before 11 p.m. Friday, police were contacted at Olathe Medical Center about a 15-year-old girl who had been driven to the hospital with an apparent gunshot wound.

Officers on scene assisted with bringing Higgins into the hospital for life-saving measures, but she was pronounced deceased.

It has since been determined the shooting occurred near the 16900 block of West 127th&nbsp;Street.&nbsp;&nbsp;

At this time, all involved parties have been identified and contacted. Police have not reported an arrest or suspect information.

JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a deadly weekend shooting have identified the victim as&nbsp;15-year-old Brianna Rachelle Higgins of Lawrence, according to Olathe Police Sergeant John Moncayo.Just before 11 p.m. Friday, police were contacted at Olathe Medical Center about a 15-year-old girl who had been driven to the hospital with an apparent gunshot wound.Officers on scene assisted with bringing Higgins into the hospital for life-saving measures, but she was pronounced deceased.It has since been determined the shooting occurred near the 16900 block of West 127th&nbsp;Street.&nbsp;&nbsp;At this time, all involved parties have been identified and contacted. Police have not reported an arrest or suspect information.

Police ID 15-year-old Kan. girl who died in shooting

WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court on Monday allowed Border Patrol agents to cut&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/immigration-texas-border-buoys-wire-abbott-5f138e354e88fc319f46c55344d7335c">razor wire that Texas installed</a>&nbsp;on the U.S.-Mexico border, while a lawsuit over the wire continues.

The justices, by a 5-4 vote, granted an emergency appeal from the Biden administration, which has been in an escalating standoff at the border with Texas and had objected to an appellate ruling in favor of the state.

The concertina wire along roughly 30 miles (48 kilometers) of the Rio Grande near the border city of Eagle Pass is part of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's broader fight with the administration over immigration enforcement.

Abbott also has authorized installing&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/texas-buoys-border-immigration-12bc8abddef1c9384b25222b92d0840b">floating barriers in the Rio Grande</a>&nbsp;near Eagle Pass and allowed troopers&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-texas-immigration-c33939110eff92670d1d2b5488181bb0">to arrest and jail thousands of migrants</a>&nbsp;on trespassing charges. The administration also is challenging those actions in federal court.

A federal appeals court last month forced federal agents to stop cutting the concertina wire.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/immigration-texas-california-border-asylum-seekers-314698bfb5644be8f8f6085ebe9b9b98">Large numbers of migrants have crossed</a>&nbsp;at Eagle Pass in recent months.

In court papers, the administration said the wire impedes Border Patrol agents from reaching migrants as they cross the river and that, in any case, federal immigration law trumps Texas’ own efforts to stem the flow of migrants into the country.

Texas officials have argued that federal agents cut the wire to help groups crossing illegally through the river before taking them in for processing.

Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Amy Coney Barrett, Ketanji Brown Jackson, Elena Kagan and Sonia Sotomayor sided with the administration. Justices Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Clarence Thomas voted with Texas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683770770241.png" alt="photo courtesy Rep. Tony Gonzales" />
 <figcaption>photo courtesy Rep. Tony Gonzales</figcaption>
 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court on Monday allowed Border Patrol agents to cut&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/immigration-texas-border-buoys-wire-abbott-5f138e354e88fc319f46c55344d7335c">razor wire that Texas installed</a>&nbsp;on the U.S.-Mexico border, while a lawsuit over the wire continues.The justices, by a 5-4 vote, granted an emergency appeal from the Biden administration, which has been in an escalating standoff at the border with Texas and had objected to an appellate ruling in favor of the state.The concertina wire along roughly 30 miles (48 kilometers) of the Rio Grande near the border city of Eagle Pass is part of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's broader fight with the administration over immigration enforcement.Abbott also has authorized installing&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/texas-buoys-border-immigration-12bc8abddef1c9384b25222b92d0840b">floating barriers in the Rio Grande</a>&nbsp;near Eagle Pass and allowed troopers&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-texas-immigration-c33939110eff92670d1d2b5488181bb0">to arrest and jail thousands of migrants</a>&nbsp;on trespassing charges. The administration also is challenging those actions in federal court.A federal appeals court last month forced federal agents to stop cutting the concertina wire.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/immigration-texas-california-border-asylum-seekers-314698bfb5644be8f8f6085ebe9b9b98">Large numbers of migrants have crossed</a>&nbsp;at Eagle Pass in recent months.In court papers, the administration said the wire impedes Border Patrol agents from reaching migrants as they cross the river and that, in any case, federal immigration law trumps Texas’ own efforts to stem the flow of migrants into the country.Texas officials have argued that federal agents cut the wire to help groups crossing illegally through the river before taking them in for processing.Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Amy Coney Barrett, Ketanji Brown Jackson, Elena Kagan and Sonia Sotomayor sided with the administration. Justices Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Clarence Thomas voted with Texas.

Supreme Court allows federal agents to cut razor wire at Texas border

Alfonzo Littleton, Failure to appear, arrested 01/18

Claira Whitebread, Unlawful damage to property, Domestic battery, arrested 01/19

Kameron Osteen,&nbsp;Unlawful damage to property, Domestic battery, arrested 01/19

Bailey Crumpton, Probation violation, arrested 01/19

Brice Lifer, Failure to appear, arrested 01/20

Nicklos Bancroft, Outside warrant, arrested 01/20

Jacqualyn Brooks, Possession of stolen property, value $1,500 to $25,000, arrested 01/20

Scott Blount, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, arrested 01/21

Jameica Littleton, Domestic battery, arrested 01/21

Harley Marlot, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of controlled substance, Misdemeanor (Two counts), arrested 01/21

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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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705956826074.jpeg" alt="Andres Velasco, Distribute marijuana, 450 grams- &lt; 30 kilograms; Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Taxation drugs, No drug tax stamp payment for marijuana or controlled substance, arrested 01/20" />
 <figcaption>Andres Velasco, Distribute marijuana, 450 grams- &lt; 30 kilograms; Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Taxation drugs, No drug tax stamp payment for marijuana or controlled substance, arrested 01/20</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705956934911.jpeg" alt="Justin Kendrick, Criminal possession of a weapon by a felon, Firearm not used in the commission of crime, Flee or attempt to elude LEO by engaging in reckless driving, Interference with LEO, falsely report information intending to obstruct, Interference with LEO, knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case, Failure to appear (Three counts), Outside warrant (Two counts), Duty of governor to arrest person charged who has fled from justice (Two counts), arrested 01/21" />
 <figcaption>Justin Kendrick, Criminal possession of a weapon by a felon, Firearm not used in the commission of crime, Flee or attempt to elude LEO by engaging in reckless driving, Interference with LEO, falsely report information intending to obstruct, Interference with LEO, knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case, Failure to appear (Three counts), Outside warrant (Two counts), Duty of governor to arrest person charged who has fled from justice (Two counts), arrested 01/21</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Alfonzo Littleton, Failure to appear, arrested 01/18Claira Whitebread, Unlawful damage to property, Domestic battery, arrested 01/19Kameron Osteen,&nbsp;Unlawful damage to property, Domestic battery, arrested 01/19Bailey Crumpton, Probation violation, arrested 01/19Brice Lifer, Failure to appear, arrested 01/20Nicklos Bancroft, Outside warrant, arrested 01/20Jacqualyn Brooks, Possession of stolen property, value $1,500 to $25,000, arrested 01/20Scott Blount, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, arrested 01/21Jameica Littleton, Domestic battery, arrested 01/21Harley Marlot, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of controlled substance, Misdemeanor (Two counts), arrested 01/21Recent 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 Jan. 19-22

&nbsp;SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating the deadly shooting of&nbsp;35-year-old LaDonte Ostrander have made a second arrest in the case,&nbsp;according to police spokesperson Andrew Ford. 

Just after 2a.m. Saturday, police arrested 27-year-old Robert Howland in the 1300 block of S. Santa Fe in Wichita, according to Sedgwick County booking records.

On Jan. 16, police responded to a 911 call reporting gunshots in the 1000 block of S. Market, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.&nbsp; 

In the 900 block of S. Market Street, first responders discovered Ostrander with a gunshot wound to his lower extremities. Sedgwick County EMS transported him in critical condition to an area hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

&nbsp;On January 18, police arrested 37-year-old Yancy Hermosillo, a<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=397415">ccording to online arrest</a>&nbsp;records. He is being held on<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=397415"> requested charges </a>of murder and interference with law enforcement in connection with the death.&nbsp;

Howland<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=230072"> is being held</a> on requested charges of murder, probation violations and contempt of court, according to<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=230072"> online jail </a>records.

Hermosillo has previous felony convictions for domestic battery, criminal threat,&nbsp; and aggravated interference with parental custody, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705588462988.png" alt="Hermosillo-photo Sedgwick Co." />
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 </figure>&nbsp;SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating the deadly shooting of&nbsp;35-year-old LaDonte Ostrander have made a second arrest in the case,&nbsp;according to police spokesperson Andrew Ford. Just after 2a.m. Saturday, police arrested 27-year-old Robert Howland in the 1300 block of S. Santa Fe in Wichita, according to Sedgwick County booking records.On Jan. 16, police responded to a 911 call reporting gunshots in the 1000 block of S. Market, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.&nbsp; In the 900 block of S. Market Street, first responders discovered Ostrander with a gunshot wound to his lower extremities. Sedgwick County EMS transported him in critical condition to an area hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705851796859.png" alt="Howland-photo Sedgwick Co." />
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 </figure>&nbsp;On January 18, police arrested 37-year-old Yancy Hermosillo, a<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=397415">ccording to online arrest</a>&nbsp;records. He is being held on<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=397415"> requested charges </a>of murder and interference with law enforcement in connection with the death.&nbsp;Howland<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=230072"> is being held</a> on requested charges of murder, probation violations and contempt of court, according to<a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/InmateSearch/Details.aspx?Id=230072"> online jail </a>records.Hermosillo has previous felony convictions for domestic battery, criminal threat,&nbsp; and aggravated interference with parental custody, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.&nbsp;

Homicide: Police report another arrest in death of Kansas man 

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

Just after 2:30p.m. January 19, police responded to the report of a robbery at Milk and Honey Coffee Co. located at 2200 SE 29th Street, according to Police Lt. Ronnie Connell.

It was reported that a woman walked into the business and demanded money. Responding officers quickly located the vehicle believed to be involved and detained two occupants.

On Saturday, police arrested 21-year-old&nbsp; Julia Mendez of Topeka and booked her into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated assault, Criminal Restraint, Vehicle registration violation, Displaying a plate not assigned to the vehicle, Driving while license is suspended, Vehicle liability insurance required&nbsp; and a warrant.

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a business robbery and have made an arrest.Just after 2:30p.m. January 19, police responded to the report of a robbery at Milk and Honey Coffee Co. located at 2200 SE 29th Street, according to Police Lt. Ronnie Connell.It was reported that a woman walked into the business and demanded money. Responding officers quickly located the vehicle believed to be involved and detained two occupants.On Saturday, police arrested 21-year-old&nbsp; Julia Mendez of Topeka and booked her into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated assault, Criminal Restraint, Vehicle registration violation, Displaying a plate not assigned to the vehicle, Driving while license is suspended, Vehicle liability insurance required&nbsp; and a warrant.

Police: Kan. woman walked into coffee shop, demanded money

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for an altercation involving a police office.

Just after 2:30a.m. Sunday, officers filed a report for battery on a Law enforcement officer in the 500 block of Juliette Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

&nbsp;A 41-year-old RCPD police officer reported that 53-year-old Glen Bennett of Manhattan struck the officer with a closed fist.

   Bennett was arrested on requested charges of battery on an Law enforcement officer, interference with law enforcement and disorderly conduct. He was issued a $5,000 bond. He remains confined at the time of this report.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for an altercation involving a police office.Just after 2:30a.m. Sunday, officers filed a report for battery on a Law enforcement officer in the 500 block of Juliette Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;A 41-year-old RCPD police officer reported that 53-year-old Glen Bennett of Manhattan struck the officer with a closed fist. Bennett was arrested on requested charges of battery on an Law enforcement officer, interference with law enforcement and disorderly conduct. He was issued a $5,000 bond. He remains confined at the time of this report.