Standoff Near Leary Home Draws Wide Sheriff Action
Law officers from Douglas County and nearby agencies surrounded the Leary residence two miles south of Haskell Avenue and 23rd Street after a morning robbery and kidnapping attempt. A teenage girl was injured. two suspects fled in the daughter’s car. Cox faces multiple charges and is jailed without bond.
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Negotiations credited in hostage standoff outcome near Lawrence
Law enforcement established regular communication with suspects in a Lawrence area standoff, aiding the release of a woman. FBI veteran Larry Welch emphasized time and calm as key tactics while noting one suspect remained in the home with the other having surrendered. Local authorities and the couple were in hourly contact during the ordeal.
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Neighbors react to hostage case involving Learys in Lawrence
Residents and officials express shock and sympathy as Ralph and Leila Leary are held hostage at their Douglas County home. Leila, a nurse and planning commissioner, is praised as forthright and fair while neighbors recall the couple's community involvement and longtime ties to the area.
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Neighbors alarmed by hostage incident
Neighbors near the Leary residence watched as Douglas County Sheriff deputies Lawrence Police and state agencies surrounded the home two miles south of 23rd Street and Haskell Avenue. The Learys were taken hostage around 7:50 am as officers negotiated through the day. Local residents reported roadblocks and limited movement while they awaited word on the situation and the safety of friends and neighbors.
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Diana estate moves to curb use of her name and image
Attorneys for Princess Diana’s family filed a Nevada claim to block unauthorized use of her name voice or likeness without estate approval. The legal pre emptive move aims to ease court action if rights are infringed. Similar claims have been filed in other states to protect her sons’ financial interests.
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