Tag: Wichita Police Department

A Wichita man has been arrested after police say he attempted to abduct an 8-year-old girl Saturday morning in west Wichita.

CONCORDIA, KS – A Wichita woman is in custody following a violent incident at a local McDonald’s on Sunday afternoon. At...

The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office updated that Justin Alan Lane, 36, and Elliott Maurice Kyles, 47, were booked following a law enforcement operation on November 13, 2025. Lane faces marijuana distribution charges, while Kyles is charged with possession of narcotics and marijuana. Ongoing investigations involve multiple properties and illegal drugs.

Savana King, a 31-year-old Kansas woman, faces multiple sex crime charges including aggravated indecent liberties and criminal sodomy with a minor. Her preliminary hearing is set for June 11, 2025, following allegations from an 18-year-old woman related to incidents from 2021 to 2024. King was released on a $250,000 bond.

The Wichita Police are investigating a fatal shooting involving 20-year-old Naomi Oglesby, who was pregnant. A suspect, 19-year-old Matthew Wayne Criscenso, is in custody and faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder. Oglesby's infant was delivered and is receiving critical care at a local hospital. Criscenso will appear in court later this week.

A 7-year-old boy is in critical condition following a near-drowning at a hotel pool in Wichita, KS, on May 1st. Authorities reported he became unresponsive while playing. Emergency services performed life-saving measures before transporting him to a hospital. An online fundraiser has been set up to assist his family.

Law enforcement in Kansas is seeking 18-year-old Jaden Watts for questioning related to a homicide in Wichita. The victim, Demarc Burgess, was found shot and later died. Authorities believe Watts has vital information about the incident, urging the public to report his whereabouts. Tips can be submitted anonymously.

Wichita Police are searching for 20-year-old Jerry Johnson, a suspect in a fatal shooting that occurred on February 11th. Manuel Roach, the victim, died from gunshot wounds after a disturbance. Two suspects, Sergio Clement and Alan Griffin, have been arrested. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

Moeshae Thomas, a 40-year-old woman from Wichita, died after being attacked by her family's pit bulls while trying to separate them during a fight. Emergency services responded but she succumbed to her injuries at the hospital. The dogs have been surrendered, and an investigation is ongoing.

Wichita Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run from December 11th, where 48-year-old Christian Zelenka was struck and killed at Mt. Vernon and Washington. Authorities seek witnesses to come forward. For information, contact Detective McCluskey at 316-350-3685 or remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111.

A 13-year-old boy was fatally shot during a Halloween incident outside a Wichita QuikTrip, with a 19-year-old woman arrested for 2nd Degree Murder. Another suspect, Jermall Campbell, is wanted for multiple charges including Felony Murder. A 15-year-old was also injured. Tips on Campbell's location are encouraged.

The Wichita Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting involving a 26-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman. Officers responded to a report of a break-in early Sunday but could not establish contact. After deploying the SWAT team, both individuals were found dead from gunshot wounds. Further details are pending.