Topeka police complete nearly 400 ‘knock-and-talks’ alongside state partners

TOPEKA ( KSNT ) – Police in Topeka recently completed a joint operation with state law enforcement organizations that resulted in multiple arrests.

Rosie Nichols with the City of Topeka said in a press release that officers with the Topeka Police Department (TPD), Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office (SSO), Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) and Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) recently completed a court compliance operation targeting registered offenders. This two-day effort resulted in nearly 400 “knock-and-talks” and five warrant arrests.

“I’m proud of the teamwork between our local and state law enforcement partners to ensure the offenders in our community remain compliant,” Interim Chief Jamey Haltom said. “TPD is committed to keeping our community safe, and we appreciate the shared dedication from these agencies.”

Police focused on both violent and sex offenders to ensure compliance with their registration. The total results included the following:

• 380 knock-and-talks completed.
• 212 offenders found compliant.
• 56 offenders found non-compliant.
• 128 residences marked for follow-up due to no contact.

“This type of collaboration and teamwork between multiple law enforcement agencies is what keeps our community members safe,” Shawnee County Sheriff Brian Hill said. “We look forward to continuing these team efforts in the future.”

People can stay informed by using the KBI’s public offender registry and report suspicious activity by emailing the TPD at telltpd@topeka.org.

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