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Wichita man sentenced to 13 years in jail for dismembering cats, other charges
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - A 31-year-old Wichita man has been sentenced to 13 years in the county jail for dismembering cats and domestic-related charges. The Sedgwick County district attorney's office said Judge Eric Williams on Monday sentenced Logan Cavender to one year for each of the 13 counts and ran the sentenced consecutively. Cavender pleaded no contest in May to 10 felony counts of animal cruelty, two misdemeanor counts of stalking and a misdemeanor count of breach of privacy.
Kansas fugitive captured at hotel in Colorado due back in court
PUEBLO COUNTY — A wanted Kansas suspect captured at a motel in Colorado is scheduled to return to a Kansas courtroom on Monday. Ryan Antalek, 40, Wichita, is charged with criminal discharge of a firearm, aggravated assault, fleeing or attempting to elude an officer, stalking, two counts of criminal threat, and criminal damage to property, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.
‘My abuser is here today’: Meet the new Miss Kansas who confronted her abuser mid-pageant
Alexis Smith captivated the world when she delivered a speech at the just concluded Miss Kansas competition. After growing up surrounded by domestic violence for most of her life, Smith, the newly crowned Miss Kansas, disclosed that she is utilizing her newly acquired prominence to promote healthy relationships. Her platform is Respect Reclaimed, which advocates for healthy relationships.
Romance Scam: Kansas woman sent $110,000 to New York man
SEDGWICK COUNTY —A New York man was sentenced in Sedgwick County District Court last week for his role in a “romance scam” that defrauded an elderly Wichita woman of more than $100,000. Jango Touray, 35 of New York City, pled guilty earlier this year to the felony...
Woman critically injured in shooting at Cessna Park
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: According to WPD, the shooting occurred in the 5300 block of E Kincaid. Police found a 27-year-old woman who had a gunshot wound to her lower body. WPD said they are questioning a suspect and believe this is an isolated incident with no ongoing threat...
1 person injured in motorcycle crash at 63rd and K-15
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: Both lanes of K-15 are now open near 63rd Street South. One person has suffered critical injuries in a crash at 63rd St. S. and K-15. Sedgwick County dispatchers said the accident involved a car and motorcycle. A 12 News photojournalist reports that the crash...
Wichita police investigating early Sunday morning shooting
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Police are investigating what lead to a shooting near a Wichita park early Sunday morning. Officers responded to the 5300 block of East Kincaid Avenue around 1 a.m., and found a 27-year-old female victim with a gunshot wound to the lower body. She was taken to a nearby hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
WPD: Missing 10-year-old found safe
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - The Wichita Police Department says 10-year-old Braxton Voight has been found safe after being reported as missing. WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - The Wichita Police Department is asking for the community's help on Sunday locating a missing 10-year-old. WPD says 10-year-old Braxton Voight was last seen near...
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