Kansas fourth in distracted driving death rate in US
Kansas ranked fourth among states for traffic deaths involving distracted drivers. From 2017 to 2021 Kansas recorded 409 such deaths, about 81 annually or 1.5 per week, comprising 22 percent of 1,989 road fatalities in the period. Nearby states posted lower shares.
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Distracted driving warned by Lawrence police official
Officer Skyler Richardson of the Lawrence Police Department warns that a crash can happen in a split second and drivers must avoid distractions such as cellphones. The article notes Kansas ranks poorly for distraction related fatalities and details laws, penalties, and hands free guidance for safer driving.
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Larkin faces charges amid witness testimony and past convictions
The case centers on Larkin alleged to be involved with threats toward a witness linked to a July 2022 incident. The witness testified amid security, detailing Larkin’s gun, flight, and subsequent police contact. Larkin, awaiting Douglas County charges, has multiple prior felony drug and burglary convictions and remains jailed on a $7500 bond after failing to appear at a prior hearing.
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