Lawrence teen charged with murder in central shooting
Lawrence teenager Javier L Romero 18 is formally charged with first degree murder in the Sept 8 central Lawrence killing of 21 year old Christian Willis of Wichita. He faces a level three drug count and an alternate felonious murder theory related to the crime near Kentucky Street. Police say Romero was arrested last Friday and they seek 19 year old Andrel Darnell Spates Jr. of Lawrence in connection with the death.
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Topeka man ordered to stand trial on rape charge
Thomas J. Zarse, 22, has been bound over for trial on a level one rape felony linked to a 2020 incident involving a 19 year old woman. The affidavit details she told police she could not move and had repeatedly said no as he advanced. Trial set for March 16, 2022 in Douglas County District Court.
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County Eyes Extension of Kids Mask Rule to 12
Douglas County commissioners will consider extending a health order requiring children ages 2 to 12 to wear masks indoors. Health officials cite rising COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations at LMH Health with 771 active cases and 17 hospitalized. two potential expiration dates are Dec 1 or Dec 22, the latter covering the semester end.
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Bank robbery reported at Truity Credit Union in Lawrence
Police respond to a suspected robbery at Truity Credit Union Lawrence South branch on Tuesday around 9 30 a m. An individual with a weapon allegedly took cash from a customer service employee. Bank to review security footage and assist investigations. branch closed until further notice.
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Lawrence resident and former cop enters Kansas attorney general race
Lawrence resident and former police officer Chris Mann, 45, announced his candidacy for Kansas attorney general as a Democrat. A private attorney and former prosecutor in Wyandotte County, Mann served with the Lawrence Police Department and volunteers with MADD. He cites law enforcement experience and safety focus as key, joining Republicans Kris Kobach, Tony Martini, and Kellie Warren in the race to replace incumbent Derek Schmidt.
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