Self defense claim cited in shooting case and mental health evaluation urged
Attorney Steve Salm argues Lester acted in self defense when a stranger knocked at his door. He now seeks psychiatric assessment to decide if Lester belongs in a suitable hospital facility for treatment while legal actions proceed. Yarl testified Lester shot him after mistaken street visit, causing injuries but not brain damage.
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Email alleges BASE grant corruptions tied to Toland and lawmakers
An August 8 email, allegedly from Jonathan Clayton after his death, claims Lt. Gov. David Toland and Senate President Ty Masterson and former House Speaker Ron Ryckman manipulated BASE grant scoring to favor Butler and Johnson counties. Clayton says he resigned under pressure for refusing to distort rounds, cites life insurance and past errors, and apologies for his supposed mistakes.
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