1980 Cold Case Solved in Barton County
Great Bend, KS- The Barton County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect in the 1980 homicide of Mary Robin Walter that occurred January 24 of that year. The suspect, Steven L. Hanks, age 68 of Burden, Ks. is being transported to Barton County at this time. Hanks was arrested at Oxford, Ks. There will be […]
Safe Kids Kansas Recognizes Advocates for Life-Saving Work
“Annual Awards Honors Contributions to Childhood Injury Prevention”
Homicide investigation in Neosho County
Neosho County, KS- The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Neosho County Sheriff’s Office are investigating after a woman was found dead at a rural residence in Chanute, Kansas. On Tuesday, Dec. 6, at approximately 5 p.m., deputies from the Neosho County Sheriff’s Office were conducting a welfare check at 6845 160th Rd. […]
Attorney General O’Connor Files Embezzlement Charges Against Contractor Couple, Encourages Additional Victims to Come Forward
Oklahoma City, OK- Attorney General John O’Connor filed Embezzlement charges in McIntosh County against an Oklahoma husband and wife duo accused of defrauding Oklahomans of thousands of dollars for construction projects they never completed. Victor and Julie Dowling are each charged with 14 counts of Embezzlement and one count of Pattern of Criminal Offenses. If […]
Homicide Investigation Underway in Allen and Neosho Counties
Allen County, KS– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Allen County Sheriff’s Office, and the Neosho County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead Saturday evening in Chanute, Kansas. The Allen County Sheriff’s Office contacted the KBI for investigative assistance just after 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3. […]
UPDATE: Officer-Involved Shooting in Topeka
Shawnee County, KS – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has identified the man who died Thursday morning in an officer-involved shooting in Topeka. Dylan Walstrom, 28, of Topeka, died after he was shot during a violent struggle with an officer from the Topeka Police Department. The investigation is ongoing. The KBI […]
KBI Director Kirk Thompson Announces Retirement
Topeka, KS – Kirk Thompson, Director of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the premier statewide criminal investigative agency, has announced his upcoming retirement, effective January 10, 2023. Kirk Thompson has served as KBI Director for over 11 years. His distinguished law enforcement service spanned more than 46 years. Thompson first entered law […]
Homicide Investigation in Marshall County
Marshall County, KS The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a homicide that occurred early Thursday morning in Marysville, Kansas. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance at approximately 3:20 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 24. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to the […]
Attorney General O’Connor Offers Tips for Oklahomans to Avoid Holiday Shopping Scams
Oklahoma City, OK – Attorney General John O’Connor is urging Oklahomans to use caution when making purchases and donations this holiday season to avoid scams and fraud. “As we enter another exciting holiday season, I want to make sure Oklahomans are prepared with the latest consumer protection tips to help ensure safe, joyful festivities and […]
‘Click It or Ticket’ Enforcement Campaign Kicks into High Gear Over Thanksgiving Weekend
Topeka,KS. – The Kansas Department of Transportation is partnering with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to raise awareness of its “Click It or Ticket” campaign during the busy Thanksgiving weekend. Law enforcement agencies will have an increased presence on roadways to check for speeders, seat belt use, and any […]