January 2017 – Page 74 – Hays Post Archive

Stramel and Calvin enter into pleas in deadly hit-and-run accident in Ellis Co.

Posted on January 4, 2017

By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT
Hays Post

The two people facing charges in connection with the 2015 fatal hit-and-run accident that left a rural Ellis County man dead entered into plea agreements Wednesday in Ellis County District Court.

Holliann Marie Stramel, Hays, pleaded no contest Wednesday to failure to stop and render aid at a fatality accident (a level 5 person felony) and vehicular homicide (a class A misdemeanor). As a result of the plea agreement, a third charge, concealing/altering evidence of a crime/interference with law enforcement was dropped.

According to court documents, Stramel admitted driving the Dodge Ram pickup belonging to Trevor Jay Calvin that, on July 18, 2015, struck and killed 67-year-old John Befort who was walking on the county road near his home on 210th Avenue.

Under the agreement, Stramel faces between 31 and 136 months in prison and a fine of up to $300,000 for the felony and up to 12 months and a fine of up to $2,500 for the misdemeanor.

Calvin, Hays, was charged with unlawfully, feloniously and knowing, conceal or materially alter evidence. Calvin allegedly lied to authorities about the location of the pickup and helped take the vehicle to Colorado for repairs following the accident.

Under Kansas sentencing laws, concealing or altering evidence of a crime is a level 8 felony and, as a result of Calvin’s no contest plea to the charge, he faces between seven and 23 months in prison as well as a fine.

A civil case between Befort’s family and Stramel and Calvin has been resolved, according to court documents, so no restitution will be paid in the case.

Sentencing for both Calvin and Stramel will be scheduled at a later date following the completion of a presentence investigation.

Mumps cases reported at University of Kansas

Posted on January 4, 2017

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Health officials have confirmed one case of mumps at the University of Kansas and are investigating nine other suspected cases since mid-December.

The Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department announced the findings Wednesday. Mary Beverly, the department’s director of epidemiology, says it’s not clear where the cases were contracted but some likely spread before the university’s winter break on Dec. 16. The first day for spring classes is Jan. 17.

The Lawrence Journal-World reports Beverly said some of the students who became ill lived in group housing but others did not. She declined to share more details.

The University of Missouri reported more than 220 mumps cases by mid-December.

Federal officials say the 258 cases of mumps nationwide as of early December is the largest outbreak since 2006.

Court: City of Hays interests outweigh worker’s speech rights

Posted on January 4, 2017January 4, 2017

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A federal appeals court has ruled that the “operational interests” of a city as a public employer outweigh the free speech rights of a former secretary who provided an affidavit in support of a fired police officer’s lawsuit.

The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals sided with the city of Hays.

A three-judge panel found administrative secretary Firma Helget’s disclosure of confidences in the voluntary affidavit caused her superiors to lose trust in her, undermining the department’s operations.

Helget was fired in 2012 after her affidavit saying she had been instructed to not order a ballistic vest for a police officer known for union organizing. The officer contended in a wrongful termination lawsuit the city decided not to order the vest prior to the incident used to justify his termination.

According to court documents, on Nov. 16, 2011, former Hays Police Department Officer Blaine Dryden filed a
lawsuit against the City of Hays, City Manager Toby Dougherty and then-Chief of Police James Braun. Dryden claimed that defendants had fired him in retaliation for union activities.

His complaint alleged that in early December of 2010, the city had decided not to replace his worn out
ballistics vest. This allegation was relevant because the city claimed that it fired him for an
incident which occurred in late December of 2010. Thus, the fact that the city decided in early
December not to replace Dryden’s ballistics vest supported his claim that the city’s stated reason
for firing him was a pretext.

Click HERE for the original 2015 ruling in its entirety.

HPD Activity Log Dec. 29–Jan. 2

Posted on January 4, 2017January 4, 2017

The Hays Police Department responded to 26 traffic stops and 3 animal calls Thu., Dec. 29, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–200 block W 7th St, Hays; 2:04 AM
Contempt of Court/Fail to Pay–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 8/2/16 5 PM
Shoplifting–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 3:46 AM
Assist – Other (not MV)–400 block W 8th St, Hays; 4:08 AM
MV Accident-Hit and Run–1100 block Downing Ave, Hays; 5:57 AM
Animal Call–1100 block E 8th St, Hays; 8:19 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–1300 block E 33rd St, Hays; 12/15 10 PM; 12/16 8 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–1300 block E 33rd St, Hays; 12/16 10 PM; 12/17 10 AM
Suspicious Activity–400 block W 24th St, Hays; 11:50 AM
Abandoned Vehicle–2500 block Sherman Ave, Hays; 12:42 PM
Animal At Large–3900 block Hall St, Hays; 1:39 PM
Fraud–1000 block E 41st St, Hays; 11 AM; 11:10 AM
Theft (general)–400 block Main St, Hays; 12/21 12 AM; 12/25 9:30 AM
Battery on LEO–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 9:11 PM; 10:05 PM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–900 block Walnut St, Hays; 9:47 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 17 traffic stops and 9 animal calls Fri., Dec. 30, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Driving Under the Influence–45th and Hall, Hays; 2:51 AM
Suspicious Activity–400 block E 18th St, Hays; 8:24 AM
Animal At Large–700 block E 6th St, Hays; 9:22 AM
Theft of Vehicle–2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 12/29 9:30 PM; 12/30 9 AM
Lost Animals ONLY–600 block E 5th St, Hays; 10:05 AM
Criminal Trespass–2500 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 10:08 AM
Child in Need of Care–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 11:54 AM
MV Accident-Private Property–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 11:40 AM
Dead Animal Call–1400 block Hall St, Hays; 12:59 PM
Theft (general)–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 12/28 6 AM; 6 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–2200 block Walnut St, Hays; 12 AM
MV Accident-Private Property-Hit and Run–1200 block Vine St, Hays; 12:30 PM
MV Accident-Private Property-Hit and Run–3400 block Vine St, Hays; 1:36 PM
Harassment (All Other)–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 4 PM
Probation/Parole Violation–1000 block Fort St, Hays; 4:35 PM
Burglary/residence–2500 block Sherman Ave, Hays; 4:42 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–100 block E 24th St, Hays; 5:24 PM
MV Accident-Property Damage–2900 block Vine St, Hays; 5:25 PM
Traffic/Driving Complaint–500 block W 27th St, Hays; 5:40 PM
Drug Offenses–1000 block E 8th St, Hays; 5:27 PM; 8:28 PM
Animal Call–400 block Milner St, Hays; 7:50 PM
Suspicious Activity–2200 block Vine St, Hays; 8:16 PM
Theft of Vehicle–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 10:07 PM
Intoxicated Subject–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 10:13 PM
Battery – simple–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 10:35 PM; 10:37 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 30 traffic stops and 3 animal calls Sat., Dec. 31, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Vagrancy–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 7:15 AM
Theft of Vehicle–2100 block Milner St, Hays; 12/30 2:30 PM; 12/31 8:30 AM
Phone/Mail Scam–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 10:05 AM
Disorderly Conduct–1800 block Vine St, Hays; 11:06 AM
Burglary/vehicle–2100 block Milner St, Hays; 2 AM; 8:15 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–300 block W 12th St, Hays; 12:04 PM
Theft (general)–1000 block W 28th St, Hays; 1:52 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–400 block W 4th St, Hays; 2:21 PM
Burglary/residence–500 block E 16th St, Hays; 6 AM; 2:15 PM
Theft (general)–2700 block Hall St, Hays; 3:33 PM; 3:35 PM
Found/Lost Property–6th and Ash, Hays; 4:03 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–2700 block Willow St, Hays; 4:10 PM
Disturbance – Noise–1100 block Cody Ave, Hays; 4:16 PM; 4:30 PM
Suspicious Person–2000 block Canal Blvd, Hays; 5:26 PM
Driving While Suspended/Revoked–2300 block Walnut St, Hays; 5:52 PM
Abandoned Vehicle–500 block W 36th St, Hays; 6:02 PM
Traffic Stop–1300 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 6:34 PM; 7:08 PM
Driving Under the Influence–700 block Park St, Hays; 11:15 PM; 11:40 PM
Driving While Suspended/Revoked–200 block W 13th St, Hays; 11:48 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 21 traffic stops and 3 animal calls Sun., Jan. 1, 2017, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Driving Under the Influence–7th and Elm, Hays; 12:09 AM
Driving Under the Influence–100 block W 8th St, Hays; 12:21 AM
Driving Under the Influence–1100 block Oak St, Hays; 12:23 AM
Disturbance – General–1000 block Fort St, Hays; 1:40 AM
Disorderly Conduct–100 block W 7th St, Hays; 1:49 AM
Criminal Trespass–1000 block E 15th St, Hays; 1:59 AM; 2:48 AM
Battery – simple–100 block W 10th St, Hays; 2:01 AM
Criminal Trespass–300 block W 7th St, Hays; 2:22 AM
Burglary/residence–500 block E 6th St, Hays; 3:07 AM
Disturbance – General–1000 block E 8th St, Hays; 11:15 AM; 11:25 AM
Animal Call–400 block E 12th St, Hays; 1:30 PM
Aggravated Battery–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 2 AM; 2:45 AM
Driving While Suspended/Revoked–2500 block Vine St, Hays; 3:47 PM
Theft (general)–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 2:30 PM; 3 PM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–1000 block E 8th St, Hays; 5:08 PM
Disorderly Conduct–800 block Ash St, Hays; 3:40 PM; 3:45 PM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–500 block W 27th St, Hays; 7:09 PM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–2000 block Canal Blvd, Hays; 8:05 PM
Criminal Threat–100 block W 34th St, Hays; 8:44 PM; 8:46 PM
Disturbance – Noise–200 block W 6th St, Hays; 10:15 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 11 traffic stops and 9 animal calls Mon., Jan. 2, 2017, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Suicidal Subject–200 block Pershing Ct, Hays; 5:27 AM
Animal Cruelty/Neglect–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 8:30 AM
Harassment, Telephone/FAX–1200 block Donald Dr, Hays; 12/26/16 6 AM; 1/2/17 9 AM
Animal At Large–1700 block Pine St, Hays; 9:45 AM
Animal At Large–2300 block Canal Blvd, Hays; 10:04 AM
Welfare Check–400 block Autumn Ln, Hays; 11:50 AM
Burglary/residence–400 block W 19th St, Hays; 1:48 PM
Animal At Large–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 2:49 PM
Welfare Check–700 block E 6th St, Hays; 2:59 PM; 2:51 PM
Animal Cruelty/Neglect–1100 block Downing Ave, Hays; 3:05 PM
Theft (general)–200 block W 10th St, Hays; 1/1 1 AM; 2 AM
Burglary/residence–2700 block Colonial St, Hays; 12/30/16 1:30 PM; 2 PM
Phone/Mail Scam–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 5:34 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–400 block E 17th St, Hays; 7:09 PM

Pawnee County deputies arrest suspect, seize drugs and guns

Posted on January 4, 2017January 4, 2017

PAWNEE COUNTY – Law enforcement authorities in Pawnee County are investigating a suspect on drug and weapons charges.

On January 2, the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office along with Fire/Rescue and EMS responded to a citizen complaint of an unresponsive man in a vehicle, according to a social media report.

Upon arriving on the scene, first responders started CPR on the man and he was transported to Pawnee Valley Community Hospital in Larned.

After further investigation Pawnee County Sheriff’s deputies issued a search warrant at a residence in the northeast corner of Pawnee County.

Deputies seized over 3 pounds of marijuana, 7 grams of fentanyl, 5 guns and $2,700.00 cash.

One suspect from the residence was arrested and transported to the Pawnee County jail with charges pending.

Names of the suspects were not released.

Adult Protective Investigator to present senior financial fraud session in Ellis

Posted on January 4, 2017January 4, 2017

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ELLIS–The Ellis Senior Advisory Committee invites you to a presentation on awareness of Financial Fraud and Abuse For Senior Citizens.

The event is Tue., Jan. 10, at 5 p.m. in the Ellis Public Library, 907 Washington. Refreshments will be provided.

Guest speaker is Jeff Stipe, Adult Protective Investigator with the Kansas Department for Children and Families.

The deadline to register has been extended to Mon., Jan. 9. Call the Ellis Rec Center to register at (785) 726-3718.

US Senate takes first vote to eliminate Obamacare

Posted on January 4, 2017January 4, 2017

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has taken its first vote on the way to repealing Obamacare. The 51-48 procedural tally broke mostly along party lines and officially begins debate on a special budget measure. It’s a precursor to a follow-up bill to repeal Obama’s health care law. Kentucky Republican Rand Paul opposed the measure since it endorses large budget deficits.

massive increases of ObamaCare will take place this year and Dems are to blame for the mess. It will fall of its own weight – be careful!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 4, 2017

President Barack Obama is urging House and Senate Democrats to “look out for the American people.” Those were his parting words after a lengthy closed-door meeting about preserving his health care law. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer warns that repeal would throw the insurance marketplace into chaos.

Search continues for 2 armed, dangerous Kansas burglary suspects

Posted on January 4, 2017

DICKINSON COUNTY- Law enforcement authorities in Dickinson County continue to search for two armed and dangerous burglary suspects.

The Abilene Police Department and the Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office are attempting to locate 26-year-old Wesley “Wes” Page and 22-year-old Tiffi Ann Kado of Abilene, according to a social media report.

Both subjects have outstanding arrest warrants, and are wanted in connection with a series of burglaries that occurred in Dickinson County.

Over the New Year’s weekend, deputies executed four search warrants, three on residents and a vehicle in Abilene, and one on a residence in Enterprise, Kansas and arrested 3 additional suspects.

Investigators recovered items related to several business and vehicle burglaries that occurred in and around the Abilene area.

Page is believed to be armed and dangerous, according to deputies.

Anyone with information on Page and/or Kado’s whereabouts is encouraged to call 911 or Dickinson County Crime Stoppers at 1-888-5DK-TIPS.

Michael Vernon Jewell

Posted on January 4, 2017

Michael Vernon Jewell, 60, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas from his battle with ALS.

Michael was born May 7, 1956 in Hill Field, AFB, Utah, the son Carl V. and Grace (Warner) Jewell. His father was in the military and his family moved from base to base. Most of his school years were in California. He graduated from High School in California.

Michael was united in marriage to Sharon Berens on October 2, 1987 in Lynwood, Washington. Later in life they divorced, but continued their friendship and later Sharon was his Caregiver.

Michael was working for Midas in Washington state before they moved to the Russell area. He worked for King Of The Road and was a welder for Apco Wire. Later he was a screen printer for many years with Atlas in Russell and Gone Logo in Hays. He loved all aspects of motorcycles. He also enjoyed art work, fishing and doing motorcycle models.

Michael’s surviving family include his two sons; Daniel Jewell of Russell, Kansas and Michael Jewell, Jr. of California; caregiver, Sharon Jewell of Russell, Kansas; brothers, Rick Jewell and Jim Jewell both of California; step son Jim Nelson of Russell, Kansas; step daughter Elizabeth Nelson of Riverton, Wyoming; Uncle and Aunt Harold & Lois Jewell of Green Valley, Arizona; brother-in-law, Jim Giguiere of Arizona; sister-in-law, Shelby Doty (Jim) of Hays, Kansas; nieces Catie Doty of Hays, Kansas and Ashley Mitchell (Kevin) of Wichita, Kansas; and grandnephews, Jeter Mitchell and Rivera Mitchell. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Vernetta Giguiere.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 AM, Saturday, January 7, 2017 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell. A private burial of ashes will follow at a later date. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Friday, January 8, 2017. Visitation will continue Saturday morning with the family present to greet friends from 9:30 AM to Service Time. Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Mitchell Larry Miller

Posted on January 4, 2017

Mitchell Larry Miller, 55

Mitch was born in Colby, Kansas, on March 20, 1961, to Larry and Margaret (Juenemann) Miller. He passed away peacefully on December 29, 2016, at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice in Wichita, Kansas.

Mitch graduated from Golden Plains High School in 1979. He went on to study at Kansas University before graduating from what is now, Northwest Kansas Technical College in Diesel Mechanics. He married Doyleen Mitchell on August 1, 1981; they later divorced. In 2008, his helpful heart and love of people inspired him to receive his LPN Nursing Degree from Brown Mackie College.

For several years, Mitch worked as the Rawlins County EMT Director and also managed the NAPA Parts store in Atwood, Kansas. Once he began his nursing career, he cared for people in Abilene, Great Bend, Leavenworth, Kansas City and Wichita.

Mitch is survived by his beloved Parents, Partner Tyson Wright, Brothers, Mark (Lori) and Mike (Tammy). He was a proud uncle to 7 nieces and nephews, Josh Miller (Christy), Abbie Cox (Terry), Jesse Miller (Ashley Kennedy), Karly Brown (Chris), Kami Miller, KayCee Miller and Kassie Miller. He also leaves 7 great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his brother Robert Miller in 1966, his grandparents, Wilbur & Dorothy Miller and August & Estella Juenemann and aunts, uncles and other relatives.

He grew up in Rexford and later resided in Winona, Brewster, Atwood, Great Bend, Salina & Kansas City. In 2010, he met Tyson and made his home in Wichita, Kansas. Mitch described himself as a “MOPAR man for life.” He loved tinkering on cars and trucks. At one time, he owned a total of 60 classic cars. He loved camping and spending time with family and friends. Mitch had a way of not meeting a stranger and making those people feel loved from the moment he befriended them.

At the age of 8, Mitch was diagnosed with Leukemia. After 5 years of treatment, he won his first battle with cancer. In 2014, Mitch was diagnosed with bladder cancer. He enjoyed a year and a half of remission before it returned in August, 2016. The last few months, Mitch again fought a courageous battle, with a smile, love and laughter. He never stopped caring for people, even in his last days, he wanted those he loved to be taken care of and protected.

Services will be held at 11:00 am, on January 7th, 2017, at the Kersenbrock Funeral Home in Colby, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that any contributions be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice or a charity of your choice, in care of Kersenbrock Funeral Chapel, 745 S. Country Club Dr., Colby, KS 67701 www.kersenbrockfuneralchapel.com

Linda Kay Cook

Posted on January 4, 2017

Hoxie, KS-Linda Kay Cook, 61, passed away. Saturday, December 30, 2016, at her home in rural Sheridan County, Kansas. Linda was born August 19, 1955 to Kenneth and Elaine (Scarecliff) Langer in Des Moines, Iowa . She attended school in Des Moines graduating from Hoover High School. On October 22, 1988 she was united in marriage to John C. Cook in Oakley, Kansas. She went on to attend Colby Community College and graduated with an Associates Degree in 1991. She worked at the Country Cottage in Hoxie, Kansas as a Floral Designer.

She is survived by her husband, John C. Cook of the home; Father, Kenneth Langer of Des Moines, Iowa; brother, William Lagner and wife Sheri of Perth, North Dakota; Uncle, John Lagner of Dennison, Iowa; Nephew, Matthew Lagner and wife Kayla of Bismark, North Dakota; Niece, Melissa Lagner and son Michael of Omaha, Nebraska.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Elaine ( Scarcliff) Lagner.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to the Linda Kay Cook Memorial and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. On-line condolences may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

🎥 Early A.M. flight takes off smoothly to Denver Wednesday from Hays airport

Posted on January 4, 2017January 5, 2017

A departing Wisconsin resident motions a hug to family members before boarding.

By OLIVIA SCHMIDT
Hays Post

Wednesday morning marked the first sendoff of the highly anticipated return of the early morning flight to Denver from Hays Regional Airport.

The Fill the Plane celebration took place at the airport at 6 a.m. The event was organized by Hays High School DECA students, who have put on several other Fly Hays events. Seniors Griffin Lowry and Daniel Lopez worked on the event as part of their DECA creative marketing project for Hays Regional Airport.

griffin — Griffin Mowry, HHS DECA, discusses his creative marketing project for Hays Regional Airport.

“The project is basically assessing a problem within our community and trying to figure out marketing strategies to help solve that. The problem with the Hays airport is not enough people are using it to fly, and we’re going to figure out what we need to do to help solve that,” Lowry said.

“We worked with Gail Kuehl, who’s been very on top of the project and trying to get a survey out to see what people need,” Lopez said. “People have been saying they want an earlier flight.”

Attendees enjoyed complimentary coffee, orange juice and breakfast courtesy of McDonald’s, as well as the opportunity to enter a raffle to win two free vouchers for round-trip tickets to Denver. The tickets were awarded to Calder Craig.

The high school students were among the first to arrive to set up the breakfast buffet.

“I got a call from Griffin this morning at 5 o’clock and I was like, ugh,” Lopez grimaced.

Several local businesses purchased tickets for employees in support of the reinstated 6:50 a.m. flight. These businesses included Hays Area Chamber of Commerce, city of Hays, Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau, Hays Med, Enersys, Eagle Communications, SkyWest, Ellis County Coalition for Economic Development, Walmart, McDonald’s and Golden Belt Bank.

Attendees included city officials, Ellis county commissioners and Fort Hays State University officials.

City Commissioner Henry Schwaller boarded the flight after thanking all the elected officials and community members for attending the celebration. Schwaller reinforced the importance of the community’s usage of the flight.

“We want to get over 10,000 boardings and, the last two months, we’ve had over 900 boardings each month,” he said.

He was joined by chamber Executive Director Tammy Wellbrock who echoed the importance of flying for the economy of Hays.

“We are so excited in the community of Hays to have a service like SkyWest United that is flying between Hays and Denver round-trip throughout the day, and they brought back our morning flight. That is because of all of you,” she said.

The audience followed with an enthusiastic applause.

SkyWest plane is deiced in single-digit temperatures this morning before takeoff.

The flight departed at approximately 7:10 a.m. about 20 minutes later than scheduled due to procedural deicing. The temperature in Hays at 7 a.m. was in the single digits.

HPD Activity Log Dec. 22-Dec. 27

Posted on January 4, 2017January 4, 2017

The Hays Police Department responded to 13 traffic stops and 4 animal calls Thu., Dec. 22, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Driving Under the Influence–500 block E 7th St, Hays; 2:51 AM
Unwanted Person–1300 block Schwaller Ave, Hays; 2:55 AM
Domestic Disturbance–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 8:36 AM
Lost Animals ONLY–1400 block Oak St, Hays; 8:55 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–2500 block 183 Hwy, Hays; 11:43 AM; 11:45 PM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–2500 block Vine St, Hays; 11:53 AM
Document Service–1000 block Vine St, Hays; 11:55 AM
MV Accident-Private Property–2900 block Vine St, Hays; 12:25 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–3100 block Vine St, Hays; 12:57 PM
Parking Complaint–1100 block Pinehurst St, Hays; 1:52 PM
Criminal Damage to Property–1200 block E 27th St, Hays; 12/21 10:30 PM; 12/22 9:30 AM
Credit Card Violations–1300 block W 27th St, Hays; 3:31 PM
Contempt of Court/Fail to Pay–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 4:16 PM
Contempt of Court/Fail to Pay–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 11/18/16 5 PM
Contempt of Court/Fail to Pay–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 11/10/16 5 PM
Contempt of Court/Fail to Pay–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 11/6/16 5 PM
Theft (general)–2600 block Augusta Ln, Hays; 4:57 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 5:07 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–32nd and Vine Frontage, Hays; 6:32 PM
MV Accident-Property Damage–2500 block Gen Hays Rd, Hays; 7:45 PM; 9:33 PM
Disorderly Conduct–2500 block Vine St, Hays; 10:50 PM; 10:55 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 8 traffic stops and 6 animal calls Fri., Dec. 23, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

MV Accident-Personal Injury–22nd and General Custer, Hays; 1:05 AM
Welfare Check–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 6:53 AM
Driving While Suspended/Revoked–1200 block Vine St, Hays; 7:20 AM; 7:22 AM
Burglary/vehicle–2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 12:01 AM; 8:30 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–3200 block Vine St, Hays; 10:08 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–2400 block Vine St, Hays; 1 AM; 10 AM
Unwanted Person–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 10:36 AM
Driving While Suspended/Revoked–500 block W 30th St, Hays; 12:35 PM
Welfare Check–100 block W 35th St, Hays; 1:57 PM; 2:59 PM
Driving While Suspended/Revoked–500 block E 8th St, Hays; 3:15 PM
Drug Offenses–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 3:20 PM; 3:31 PM
MV Accident-Private Property-Hit and Run–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 3:30 PM; 4:15 PM
Disturbance – General–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 8:23 PM
Missing Person–100 block W 35th St, Hays; 10:49 PM; 10:50 PM
Battery – simple–200 block E 17th St, Hays; 10:52 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 12 traffic stops and 4 animal calls Sat., Dec. 24, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Aggravated Battery–100 block W 9th St, Hays; 1:46 AM; 1:49 AM
Assist – Other (not MV)–500 block W 36th St, Hays; 2:43 AM
Unwanted Person–100 block E 50th St, Hays; 7:18 AM
Animal Call–3000 block E 13th St, Hays; 12:41 PM
Civil Dispute–2700 block Willow St, Hays; 12:46 PM
Mental Health Call–400 block Ash St, Hays; 12:53 PM
Unwanted Person–1100 block Vine St, Hays; 2:48 PM; 2:55 PM
Theft (general)–1200 block E 27th St, Hays; 3:05 PM; 3:10 PM
Domestic Disturbance–2700 block Willow St, Hays; 3:55 PM; 4 PM
Mental Health Call–1200 block Maple St, Hays; 4:55 PM
Domestic Disturbance–1900 block Marshall Rd, Hays; 9:12 PM; 9:41 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–100 block W 18th St, Hays; 9:27 PM
Battery – simple–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 9 PM; 10:34 PM
Civil Transport–1300 block Kansas Highway 264, Larned; 11:51 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 25 traffic stops and 11 animal calls Sun., Dec. 25, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Animal Call–2800 block Grant Ave, Hays; 8:40
Lost Animals ONLY–2200 block Haney Dr, Hays; 10:52 AM
Suspicious Activity–2100 block Elm St, Hays; 11:15 AM
Animal Call–3000 block Indian Trl, Hays; 12:53 PM
Found/Lost Property–300 block W 8th St, Hays; 1:56 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–100 block E 18th St, Hays; 3:54 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–2200 block Centennial Blvd, Hays; 4:23 PM
Driving Under the Influence–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 5:21 PM; 6:24 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–2200 block Pine St, Hays; 5:42 PM
Animal Call–1900 block Vine St, Hays; 6:43 PM
Driving Under the Influence–1000 block Vine St, Hays; 9:50 PM; 10:15 PM
Disturbance – General–1000 block E 26th St, Hays; 10:29 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 24 traffic stops and 11 animal calls Mon., Dec. 26, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Animal Call–400 block E 17th St, Hays; 12:44 AM; 12:45 AM
Driving Under the Influence–300 block W 8th St, Hays; 1:49 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–1000 block 40 Bypass Hwy, Hays; 6 AM
Animal Call–3700 block Vine St, Hays; 8:07 AM
Lost Animals ONLY–2300 block Timber Dr, Hays; 10:14 AM
Animal Call–400 block E 13th St, Hays; 11:19 AM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 11:37 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–1100 block Centennial Blvd, Hays; 12/24 6 PM; 12/26 11:45 AM
Theft (general)–300 block E 12th St, Hays; 12 AM; 2 AM
Burglary/residence–500 block W 15th St, Hays; 12/23 6:30 PM; 12/25 8:30 AM
Abandoned Vehicle–1000 block Country Club Dr, Hays; 1:36 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–1900 block Vine St, Hays; 3:07 PM
Theft (general)–400 block E 18th St, Hays; 12/24 12 PM; 12/26 9 AM
Suspicious Activity–2500 block Gen Hancock Rd, Hays; 4 PM; 4:05 PM
Open Door/Window–400 block E 13th St, Hays; 4:44 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–500 block W 21st St, Hays; 4:50 PM
Animal Call–2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 6:13 PM
Domestic Disturbance–2700 block Willow St, Hays; 7:17 PM; 7 PM
Suspicious Activity–500 block E 11th St, Hays; 9:20 PM; 9:27 PM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 11:38 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 13 traffic stops and 4 animal calls Tue., Dec. 27, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Criminal Threat–14th and Allen, Hays; 2:39 AM; 2:52 AM
Assist – Other (not MV)–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 8:50 AM
Domestic Disturbance–1700 block Volga Dr, Hays; 12 AM; 11:12 AM
Theft (general)–200 block E 21st St, Hays; 11:18 AM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 11:47 AM
Animal At Large–2500 block Sherman Ave, Hays; 1:41 PM
Suspicious Activity–200 block E 11th St, Hays; 1:58 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–800 block Ash St, Hays; 2:05 PM
Dead Animal Call–13th and Vine St, Hays; 3:13 PM
MV Accident-Hit and Run–500 block W 17th St, Hays; 4 PM
Bicycle – Lost,Found,Stolen–1900 block General Custer Blvd, Hays; 4:01 PM
Credit Card Violations–1700 block MacArthur Rd, Hays; 12/26 9:27 PM; 12/27 12:07 AM
Lost Animals ONLY–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 4:36 PM
Found/Lost Property–45th and Roth Ave, Hays; 5:47 PM
Disturbance – General–300 block W 16th St, Hays; 6:14 PM
Death by Natural Causes–2200 block Walnut St, Hays; 5 AM
MV Accident-Private Property–1300 block Vine St, Hays; 8:23 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–500 block W 24th St, Hays; 2 PM