Extortion case ends in innocent verdict in Kansas City
A federal jury acquitted Joseph Peter Simone, 31, son of a reputed Kansas City crime boss, on extortion charges after four hours of deliberation. Prosecutors argued he threatened a woman who demanded repayment of $3,000 after wiring $4,500, but the defense said the case centered on conduct not guilt.
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Inmate death triggers KBI probe in Wichita jail yard incident
Sedgwick County inmate John Mires died after a December 7 scuffle with sheriff's deputies at the jail's booking desk. The case has been turned over to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. Officials declined to release details while Samaritan family members expressed belief the injury was not intentional.
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KC youths charged in abduction hoax in Kansas City
Three boys faced misdemeanor counts for a false abduction report that triggered a citywide Amber Alert. A 13-year-old skippered school and led police to search six hours before being found at a friend's house. Authorities vow charges to deter pranks and conserve resources.
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