UPDATE: Manhunt suspect still at large in Gorham area

Multiple law enforcement agencies on the scene of a manhunt in Gorham. (Photo courtesy Tod Hileman, KHP — Multiple law enforcement agencies on the scene of a manhunt in Gorham Thursday morning.
(Photo courtesy Tod Hileman, KHP)

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GORHAM–Law enforcement officials are still in Gorham, according to Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Tod Hileman of Hays.

“We are looking for a light skinned black male, 6’1″ and stocky build. The suspect is also possibly armed. If you have info please call 911 and report it,” Hileman said.

The town of Gorham and schools in Russell are on lockdown at the request of the Russell County Sheriff’s office.

The incident began before 6 a.m. morning as a vehicle chase on Interstate 70 westbound, resulting in a crash near the Gorham exit in western Russell County.

Reports from the scene indicate the suspect is now on foot.