Memorial vigil for Joseph Jennings near Orscheln Farm and Home
Ottawa residents gathered for a candlelight vigil after 18 year old Joseph Jennings died Saturday evening in a shooting near the Orscheln parking lot. The incident involves Ottawa Police Department and Franklin County Sheriff's Office and is being investigated by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.
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Dozens Mourn Death Of Joseph Jennings In Ottawa
Charlene Smith spoke of her grandson Joseph Jennings loss as about 60 mourners gathered for a candlelight vigil near Orscheln Farm and Home in Ottawa. She said no single thing defines Joe but his life, recalling how numb she felt after the news. The gathering marked a communal outpouring as family and friends shared grief.
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Butler explains unknown suspect term in police reports
Ottawa police chief Dennis Butler says a crime is confirmed when a suspect exists, but if victim and police do not know who committed it the suspect is labeled unknown. The term unknown suspect is required by reporting guidelines and signals readers to help solve the case.
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Derek Brown Nominated for Franklin County Counselor Post
Franklin County officials approved offering the county counselor role to Derek Brown of Topeka, pending acceptance. Brown, a Sloan Law Firm attorney and KU Law School graduate, has deep Franklin County ties and was lauded by interim administrator Don Moler as highly recommended. Interviews continue for the county administrator vacancy.
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