Nov 01, 2024

Suspect fired shots at police from Kansas home following accident

Posted Nov 01, 2024 11:00 AM
Photo courtesy WIBW TV
Photo courtesy WIBW TV

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after standoff at a home in Topeka.

Just after 5:00 p.m. Thursday police responded to an accident investigation in the area of the Expocentre, 1 Expocentre Drive in Topeka, according to Topeka Police Lt. Jason Schumacher.

During the investigation officers were led to the 1500 Block of SW Shunga Drive where one individual from the accident was located in a residence. While officers were continuing their investigation an individual fired shots from inside a residence. No officers were injured.

Just after 12:30.m. Friday, police took a suspect into custody after a standoff with police. There are no other outstanding individuals at this point and the Criminal Investigation Bureau is actively continuing their investigation of this incident.  Police have not released the name of the suspect or additional details.