Tag: Lawrence

A sophisticated retail theft operation was halted in Lawrence, Kansas, after local police and the Highway Patrol apprehended four men from Michigan, who were using scams involving deceptive payment card instructions. Over $6,000 in cash and $4,400 in stolen merchandise were discovered, prompting ongoing investigations across neighboring jurisdictions.

University of Kansas assistant basketball coach Joe Dooley has been suspended for three weeks following his arrest for DUI and fleeing an accident scene. Head coach Bill Self confirmed the situation, stating Dooley expressed remorse. This incident occurs during Dooley's fourth season in his second tenure with the Jayhawks.

DOUGLAS COUNTY— A man is in custody facing multiple allegations following an incident on Monday that began with an alleged armed threat and concluded with an arrest inside a Lawrence grocery store.

A Lawrence man found what appeared to be a grenade while renovating his home on Iowa Street. He reported it to the police, who secured the area and called bomb experts from Leavenworth. The device, believed to be a gas and rubber ball grenade, was safely disposed of with no injuries reported.

The David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium will reopen this Saturday, marking the completion of Phase 1 of the Gateway District's redevelopment. This transformation includes improved facilities and enhanced game-day experiences for fans and athletes. Future phases will add more seating, housing, retail, and a hotel to benefit the Lawrence community.

DOUGLAS COUNTY – A domestic dispute at Edgewood Homes in Lawrence on Thursday night escalated into a deadly shooting, leaving two men dead and a woman critically injured. Law enforcement officials have identified the individuals involved and are continuing their investigation into the tragic incident.

Lawrence, KS police are investigating a bizarre incident at a Casey's store where a transient man refused to leave a bathroom. When officers arrived, he was nude and engaged in inappropriate behavior. After resisting arrest and biting his dog, he was subdued and hospitalized. Several officers sustained minor injuries, and the dog was taken for treatment.

A fatal crash in Nemaha County, KS, occurred on November 30, 2024, involving a Ram Truck and a Honda CR-V. A 35-year-old man, William Novotny, died from injuries sustained in the accident. Other passengers were injured and hospitalized. The Kansas Highway Patrol is currently investigating the incident.

A suspect, 46-year-old Rashidi "Rocky" McClelland, was arrested for a violent knife attack on November 4th in Lawrence, KS. The 56-year-old victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Police located McClelland on November 13th, after receiving a tip, and he surrendered peacefully. The victim is expected to recover fully.

Law enforcement is investigating a violent assault at Centennial Park in Lawrence, where a 25-year-old babysitter was attacked by a woman believed to be homeless. The babysitter was struck with a dumbbell while trying to protect a child. The suspect has been arrested on charges of aggravated battery and child endangerment.

DOUGLAS COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday night...

LAWRENCE – (September 21, 2022) – A Lawrence man has pleaded guilty to two counts of theft related to...