The water leak at Vine Street and Downing Ave. has been repaired. Water service is being restored along Vine Street.
The northbound lane of traffic on Vine Street will continue to be reduced to 1 lane in the area of Vine St. & Downing Ave. for cleanup and repairs. This may take a few days.
For more information, call the Department of Water Resources at 785-628-7380.
— City of Hays
By Molly Hadfield
Topeka- With great concern, zoo staff made the decision Tuesday to anesthetize Sneak, a 23 year old female American black bear. She had been dealing with an eye condition that was worsening by the day, according to
Sneak had been observed on Monday playing with a stick and possibly poking her eye. Late Monday afternoon, it didn’t look like she could open her left eye. Tuesday morning staff could see inflammation in the eye and an abnormal tissue growth. She was started on antibiotics and anti-inflammatories. By Wednesday morning, the size of the tissue growth had doubled and the eye had to be medically evaluated.
The real concern with this procedure was Sneak’s age. At 23 years old, staff wasn’t sure how well she would handle the anesthesia. The average life span of a black bear is about 20 years old.
Sneak’s caretakers already had age related concerns. “She didn’t have a good winter. She wasn’t exhibiting normal bear behavior,” said Animal Care Supervisor Shanna Simpson. “She dug an amazing den but didn’t use it. Because she didn’t go into a normal torpor, we changed our care plan for her and kept her inside a lot through the winter because we were concerned for her.”
After coming out of torpor last year, Sneak had trouble lifting her head normally. She began treatment for arthritis in her neck and spine and a physical therapy regimen was developed. Every day, she went through her physical therapy. “When we started the physical therapy sessions we saw improvement in her overall health,” said Simpson.
Like many of the animals at the Topeka Zoo, Sneak was in a training program that helped her participate in her healthcare. When it was time to give her the anesthesia this morning, she came over and presented herself for the injection. The anesthesia took effect quickly and she was loaded into a van and transported to the zoo’s Mark L. Morris Veterinary Hospital. As she was being intubated, she quit breathing. Shortly after, her heart stopped.
She didn’t respond to rounds of emergency drugs for cardiac arrest. About 30 minutes after her heart stopped, the attempt to resuscitate her was discontinued and she was pronounced dead.
Sneak was a favorite of both staff and zoo guests. Sneak really liked her keepers. She was always interested in what they were doing. She was known for making big fluffy beds out of leaves and straw. One time she was given a Christmas tree. She shredded the tree and made a bed out of it.
Sneak came to the Topeka Zoo from Wildlife Prairie State Park in Peoria, Illinois with her sister Peek (1996-2015). Knowing that Sneak and Peek were approaching their twilight years, in 2014 the Topeka Zoo rescued two orphaned black bears. Indie was found alone in Washington State and Val was orphaned in Alaska. Sneak was a great companion to Indie and Val; like an adopted mother. She would tolerate the antics of the two young bears but when it got to be too much, she would put them in their place.
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Hays High School senior Lacey Gregory received the Kansas ACT Student Champion Award and a $500 scholarship.
The ACT College and Career Readiness Champions are high school seniors, K-12 professionals, postsecondary professionals and workforce professionals who are making a positive impact on their communities through their efforts to advance college and career readiness for all.
The ACT College and Career Readiness Champions are individuals across the country who support ACT’s mission of education and workplace success.
ACT State Councils, which are comprised of education and workforce professionals from all 50 states, serve as the selection committee and select one Champion per category for each participating state.
“Everyone—at some point in their life—has been inspired by an individual who is tenacious, positive and dedicated to helping others achieve their life goals”, said ACT Senior Vice President of Public Affairs Scott Montgomery. “The ACT College and Career Readiness Initiative provides an opportunity to recognize those exemplary individuals whom we all know and love and want to ensure their stories are told to inspire others to action.”
FHSU University Relations
Nominees for three top awards have been announced by the Fort Hays State University Alumni Association.
Thirty-eight graduating seniors have been nominated for the 2018 Torch Award, the highest student honor, and 68 faculty were nominated by members of the class of 2018 for the Pilot Award for outstanding faculty member.
In addition, 28 graduate students who will complete their degrees this spring were nominated for the association’s Lighthouse Award, created this year to honor the outstanding student completing graduate studies.
The Torch and Pilot Awards, created in 1974, are presented every year at the Graduate and Faculty Luncheon in advance of Commencement. Torch Award and Lighthouse Award candidates are nominated by members of the faculty on the basis of classroom excellence, participation in professional organizations and involvement in student, civic or research activities.
Pilot Award candidates are nominated on the basis of classroom excellence, ongoing research and service activities.
Nominees for the Torch Award and the Lighthouse Award are listed alphabetically by hometown. The list excludes one student who requested privacy.
Torch Award
BELOIT (67420): Emily Brandt, majoring in political science, is a Beloit High School graduate.
BUCKLIN (67834): Janae Powell, majoring in communication sciences and disorders, is a Bucklin High School graduate.
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio (43725): Andrea Jamiel, majoring in psychology, is a Cambridge High School graduate.
CLAFLIN (67525): Peyton Broeker, majoring in communication sciences and disorders, is a Central Plains High School graduate.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (80921): Ella Ingram, majoring in organizational leadership, is a Discovery Canyon Campus High School graduate.
DIGHTON (67839): Clayton Capra, majoring in music education, is a Dighton High School graduate.
DODGE CITY (67801): Lauren Oldham, majoring in communication sciences and disorders, is a Dodge City High School graduate.
EMMETT (66422): Stephani Robbins, majoring in management, is a St. Marys High School graduate.
EVANS, Colo. (80620): Brianna Hardy, majoring in English, is a Greeley Central High School graduate.
GARDEN CITY (67846): Yoana Cruz, majoring in management, is a Garden City High School graduate.
Carla Parra-Martinez, majoring in communication, is a Garden City High School graduate.
GRAINFIELD (67737): Tuker Gillespie, a double major in agricultural business and agriculture, is a Wheatland High School graduate.
GREAT BEND (67530): Alexis Werth, majoring in nursing, is a Great Bend High School graduate.
HASTINGS, Neb. (68901): Sarah Jarmer, majoring in English, is a Hastings High School graduate.
HAYS (67601): Kiera Schwarz, majoring in finance, is a Hays High School graduate.
Maleigha Siglinger-Albers, majoring in English, is a Hays High School graduate.
Jaici Simon, majoring in English, is a Hays High School graduate.
Olivia Wiesner, majoring in tourism and hospitality management, is a Hays High School graduate.
Chloe Zimmerman, a double major in accounting and finance, is a Thomas More Prep-Marian High School graduate.
HOLYROOD (67450): Connor Phelan, majoring in geography, is a Rangely High School graduate.
OTTAWA (66067): Carlie Snethen, majoring in organizational leadership, is a West Franklin High School graduate.
LARNED (67550): Reagan Quick, majoring in accounting, is a Larned High School graduate.
LEAVENWORTH (66048): Megan Rust, majoring in organizational leadership, is a Leavenworth High School graduate.
McKINNEY, Texas (75070): Vianei Sanchez, majoring in accounting, is a McKinney High School graduate.
McPHERSON (67460): Casey Higgins, majoring in criminal justice, is a McPherson High School graduate.
Keshawn Sewell, majoring in health and human performance, is a McPherson High School graduate.
OLATHE (66062): Haydee Reyes-Alvarado, majoring in organizational leadership, is a Spring Hill High School graduate.
OTIS (67565): Dalton Steinert, majoring in accounting, is an Otis-Bison High School graduate.
OVERLAND PARK (66221): Anna Wilson, majoring in nursing, is an Olathe South High School graduate.
PARKER, Colo. (80134): James Kadolph, majoring in history, with a concentration in secondary education, is a Chaparral High School graduate.
RAPID CITY, S.D. (57701): Chantel Bollinger, majoring in art, is a Rapid City Central High School graduate.
SALINA (67401): Rachel Guillot, majoring in organizational leadership, is a Salina South High School graduate.
Shaelin Sweet, majoring in English, is a Salina South High School graduate.
SENECA (66538): Kayce Feldkamp, majoring in accounting, is a Nemaha Valley High School graduate.
SHATTUCK, Okla. (73858): Brianna Witchey, majoring in sociology, is a Shattuck High School graduate.
SPEARVILLE (67876): Joshua Renner, majoring in English, is a Spearville High School graduate.
ULYSSES (67880): Anna Otter, majoring in nursing, is a Ulysses High School graduate.
WELLINGTON (67152): Gracie Defore, majoring in tourism and hospitality management, is a Wellington High School graduate.
Lighthouse Award
ANYANG, China: Xin (Jason) Zhang, completing a Master of Business Administration.
ASHLAND (67831): Bruce (Alan) Romans, completing a Master of Business Administration (leadership studies).
AUGUSTA (67010): Michael Denton, completing a Master of Business Administration (finance).
BELOIT (67420): Jeremy Hughes, completing a Master of Business Administration (international business).
DEERFIELD (67838): Leginia Ortiz, completing a Master of Science in special education (high incidence).
HAYS (67601): Sophie Amatya Dhoubhadel, completing a Master of Business Administration (finance).
Moisés DeLima, completing a Master of Arts in English (Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages).
Marie Henderson, completing a Master of Science in instructional technology.
Silas Hibbs, completing a Master of Business Administration.
Juan (Josephine) Xu, completing a Master of Business Administration (marketing).
HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. (80129): Lauren Solzman, completing a Master of Professional Studies (human resource management).
KLEINMACHNOW, Germany: Felix Albl, completing a Master of Business Administration (marketing).
La CROSSE (67548): Nicholas Schmidt, completing a Master of Professional Studies (human resource management).
LARNED (67550): Amanda Haberman, completing a Master of Science in health and human performance.
LAVRAS, Brazil: Gilberto Pereira, completing a Master of Arts in English (Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages).
LIBERAL (67901): Lizette Avalos, completing a Master of Science in communication (general).
Joshua Joe “JJ” Widener, completing a Master of Business Administration (information assurance).
MANHATTAN (66502): Callea Breiner, completing a Doctor of Nursing Practice.
OBERLIN (67749): Abbie Weatherley, completing a Doctor of Nursing Practice.
OMAHA, Neb. (68135): Lauren Baird, completing a Master of Fine Arts (ceramics).
Christian Swanson, completing a Master of Science in speech-language pathology.
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (57106): Katelyn Haschke, completing a Master of Science in psychology (clinical).
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. (32084): Herrick Smith, completing a Master of Fine Arts (ceramics).
TOPEKA (66604): William Wolff, completing a Master of Science in special education (high incidence).
VICTORIA (67671): Erica Dinges, completing a Master of Business Administration (human resource management).
Pamela Irwin, completing an Education Specialist degree in advanced professional studies (education administration).
WEST JORDAN, Utah (84081): Lynn Mellor, completing a Master of Business Administration.
Nominees for the Pilot Award are listed alphabetically.
Pilot Award
Dr. Kayvan Aflatooni, professor of physics.
Dr. Hendratta Ali, associate professor of geosciences.
Dr. Laura Andrews, associate professor of music and theatre.
Dr. Jill Arensdorf, associate professor of leadership studies and chair of the Department of Leadership Studies.
Erica Bittel, instructor of art and design.
Dr. Emily Breit, associate professor of economics, finance and accounting.
Dr. Keith Bremer, assistant professor of geosciences.
Dr. Gary Brinker, professor of sociology.
Dr. Frederick Britten, professor of communication sciences and disorders.
Dr. LeAnn Brown, associate professor of management and chair of the Department of Management.
Dr. Christie Brungardt, assistant professor of leadership studies.
Dr. Amanda Buday, assistant professor of sociology.
Dr. Nicholas Caporusso, assistant professor of informatics.
Dr. Robert Channell, professor of biological sciences and chair of the Department of Biological Sciences.
Dr. Kimberly Chappell, assistant professor of advanced education programs.
Allen Craven, associate professor of art and design.
Elizabeth Dingler, instructor of sociology.
Rachel Dolechek, graduate program coordinator in the W.R. and Yvonne Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship.
Dr. Cheryl Duffy, professor of English and the Becky P. and Mike Goss Distinguished Professor of Excellence in Teaching.
Dr. Cole Engel, assistant professor of economics, finance and accounting.
Dr. Greg Farley, professor and dean of the Peter Werth College of Science, Technology and Mathematics.
Dr. Amanda Fields, assistant professor of English.
Toby Flores, associate professor of art and design.
Dr. Tony Gabel, associate professor of management.
Katherine Gabel, lecturer in nursing.
Dr. Eric Gillock, professor of biological sciences.
Dr. Larry Gould, professor of political science and chair of the Department of Political Science.
Jessica Heronemus, director of assessment and articulation for the W.R. and Yvonne Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship.
Dr. William Hill, assistant professor of psychology and interim chair of the Department of Psychology.
Dr. Christine Hober, professor of nursing.
Dr. Sharla Hutchinson, professor of English.
Jacque Jacobs, program specialist in communication sciences and disorders and coordinator of the Herndon Clinic.
Dr. Whitney Jeter, assistant professor of psychology.
Dr. Elodie Jones, assistant professor of advanced education programs.
Dr. Gregory Kandt, professor of health and human performance.
Dr. Robert Keener, assistant professor of agriculture.
Bonnie Landgraf, assistant professor of nursing.
Dr. Jung Hee Lee, assistant professor of social work.
Dr. Eric Leuschner, associate professor of English and chair of the Department of English.
Dr. Patricia Levy, professor of social work.
Dr. Richard Lisichenko, professor of geosciences.
Brooke Mann, lecturer in psychology.
Dr. Jack Maseberg, associate professor of physics.
Dr. Brooke Moore, assistant professor of advanced education programs.
Dr. Paul Nienkamp, associate professor of history.
Emily Pinkston, lecturer in allied health.
Dr. Kenneth Rigler, associate professor of applied technology.
Dr. Scott Robson, associate professor of communication studies and chair of the Department of Communication Studies.
Dr. Timothy Rolls, associate professor of music and theatre.
Dr. Mindy Salmans, lecturer in advanced education programs.
Dr. Samuel Schreyer, associate professor of economics, finance and accounting.
Henry Schwaller IV, instructor of management.
Karrie Simpson Voth, professor of art and design and chair of the Department of Art and Design.
Dr. Craig Smith, associate professor of agriculture.
Dr. Kevin Splichal, assistant professor of advanced education programs.
Dr. Bill Stark, professor of biological sciences.
Dr. Janet Stramel, associate professor of teacher education.
Joshua Tanguay, lecturer in psychology.
Jon Tholstrup, instructor of informatics.
Chaiwat Thumsujarit, professor of art and design.
Dr. Peter Tramel, assistant professor of philosophy.
Dr. Edward Vengrouskie, instructor of management.
Dr. Beth Walizer, professor of teacher education.
Kathleen Ward, associate professor of nursing.
Dr. Gregory Weisenborn, associate professor of management.
Kenneth Windholz, instructor of psychology.
Dr. Teresa Woods, assistant professor of teacher education.
Dr. Hsin-Yen Yang, associate professor of communication studies.
MERIDEN, Kan. (AP) — Jefferson County authorities say a body found in a submerged car might be that of a woman who disappeared 2.5 years ago.
Sheriff Jeff Herrig says the body was found Wednesday inside a vehicle belonging to 70-year-old Joan Reber, a Meriden woman who was reported missing in September 2015. The car was pulled from a pond less than 1.5 miles from the VFW post where Reber was last seen.
A landowner noticed the corner of a vehicle sticking out of the pond and a dive team was called. The license plate number matched one belonging to Herrig.
Herrig says a positive identification hasn’t been made. But he added the discovery was going to be a relief for everyone involved in trying to find Reber.
Healing Hearts
This program provides support for immediate family members who are healing from the death of a child in their lives.
It is offered in a safe, confidential but friendly and informal environment where parents, grandparents and siblings can connect with others who understand the journey toward healing after the loss of a child.
The group focuses on identifying each individual’s personal strengths in helping them chart their healing journey according to their own situation and needs.
When: Thursday, May 10, 2018
Gathering: 7:00p.m
Center for Life Experiences
2900 Hall St., Hays, KS 67601
For more info:
Ann Leiker – Coordinator – Call/Text 785-259-6859
Email: [email protected]
Healing After Loss of Suicide
This program offers family members and friends of those who have lost a loved one to suicide a place to connect with others who are dealing with this highly specialized grief recovery process.
Like all the other grief support programs HALOS is offered in a confidential and safe but informal environment.
When: Wednesday, May 9, 2018
5:30pm Dinner- JD’s Chicken – 740 East 8th St., Hays
Gathering: 7:00 p.m.
Center for Life Experiences
2900 Hall St., Hays, KS 67601
For more info:
Ann Leiker – Coordinator – Call/Text 785-259-6859
Email: [email protected]
Ronald Dale “Ron” Temple passed away April 30, 2018, with his wife and youngest daughter, Tracey, by his side. He was a seven-year transplant recipient and battled health issues the last several years, facing every one with strength. Ron was born July 1, 1934, to Gerald and Marguerite (Mapes) Temple on their farm near Norcatur in Norton County.
Ron was reared on the family farm along with one brother, Don. He attended Long Branch country school through the eighth grade and Norcatur High School, graduating in 1951. Ron furthered his education at Fort Hays State College in Hays, earning a Bachelor of Arts in History for Secondary Education.
During his time in college, Ron met his future wife, Geraldine “Jerry” Peters. They were married on November 12, 1953, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays. They resided in Hays while Ron finished his education. Over the years, he taught in Junction City, Norcatur, Selden and Leoville, starting his teaching career in 1959 and quitting to farm fulltime in 1969. Ron coached several basketball and football teams during those years, as well as girls’ volleyball, track, softball and baseball.
Ron and Jerry eventually made their home on a farm north of Norcatur, farming together for many years. In addition, Ron continued to teach and coach for a number of years. Ron and Jerry became the parents of four daughters and were also blessed with six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Ron was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Norton and National Farmers’ Association. He served on the Lincoln Township Board for 30 years, on the USD #294 School Board, as an EMT, and was a member of Cornerstone Theater.
Because of his love of history, Ron wrote two history books about the community of Norcatur. He also loved music and sang in a gospel group, Faith, Hope and Charity. He and Jerry enjoyed traveling overseas and to the Caribbean. Ron was a giant presence in this world and there is a void that his death leaves for those who love him.
He is survived by his wife, Jerry Temple of Norcatur; three daughters, Marcy Wyrens of Lincoln, NE, Suzanne Cahoj (Larry) of Atwood, and Tracey Hartzog (Scott) of Norcatur; son-in-law, Jerry Rhodes of Norcatur; brother, Don Temple (Janet) of Carson City, NV; six grandchildren: Seth Pearsoll, Simone Cahoj Elder (Levi), Marcus Cahoj, Corey Rhodes Grace (Ryan), Jessica Rhodes Williams (Tyler), and Megan Rhodes Amos (Justin); and 14 great-grandchildren: Noah, Ava, Hannah, Eleanor, Henry, Frances, and Abigail Grace; Caden, Tatum, and Paxon Williams; and Jackson, Kylah, Elijah, and Abraham Amos.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald & Marguerite Temple; and a daughter, Lisa Rhodes.
SERVICES
Celebration of Life
Friday, May 04, 2018
2:30 PM
Trinity Episcopal Church
319 State St.
Norton, KS 67654
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Fort Hays State seniors Luke Wright (football) and Jasmine Beaulieu (women’s soccer) received the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) All-American Athlete Award for 2018. Both receive the honor based off their athletic accomplishments and dedication to strength and training, nominated for the award by Fort Hays State Strength and Conditioning Coach Doug Boucher.
Wright was a member of the Tiger football team for five years from 2013-2017. He was a three-year starter on the defensive line from the 2015 through 2017 seasons, playing in all 12 games each of those seasons, and served as a key reserve in his redshirt-freshman year of 2014. He also served as a team captain. Wright finished with 59 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, and 4 sacks in his career, with 27 tackles as his single-season best in 2015. He helped Fort Hays State to consecutive bowl game appearances in 2015 and 2016 and then the program’s first MIAA Championship in 2017, a season that saw the Tigers finish 11-1 and make their first NCAA Playoff appearance since 1995. FHSU had a record of 34-13 overall in Wright’s four seasons on the field, winning at least seven games each year. Wright was very solid in the classroom at FHSU, earning two degrees in five years. He was a member of the MIAA Academic Honor Roll all five years. Wright already received his bachelor’s degree in Finance from FHSU and receives his master’s degree in Business Administration at the end of the 2018 spring semester. By earning All-MIAA honors in 2017 as a defensive lineman, he earned the MIAA Scholar-Athlete Award, given to student-athletes that earn all-conference honors in their sport and hold a 3.5 or higher GPA. Wright is a native of North Platte, Nebraska.
Beaulieu was a member of the Tiger women’s soccer team for four years from 2014-2017. She was a three-time All-MIAA selection as a midfielder, earning third-team honors as a senior and honorable mention status as a junior and sophomore. Beaulieu produced 122 shots over four years to rank second on the all-time list at FHSU. She also ranks among the top five in career game-winning goals (5) and assists (11). Her three game-winning goals in 2017 led the team. She helped FHSU to a share of the MIAA Regular Season Championship in 2016 and the program’s second NCAA Tournament appearance. FHSU had an overall record of 49-24-10 in her four seasons with the program, winning at least 10 matches each year. Beaulieu also served as a team captain. She was a member of the MIAA Academic Honor Roll all four years at FHSU, holding a 3.48 GPA as a Psychology major, and will graduate in the spring of 2018. Beaulieu is a native of Commerce City, Colorado.
ELLIS COUNTY
The Ellis County Public Works Department in cooperation with Midwest Energy Inc. is announcing that a utility line repair project will take place on Highway 40 between Cathedral Avenue and East Main Street in Victoria, Kansas.
This area of Highway 40 will be closed to traffic beginning at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, May 03, 2018 for a duration of approximately 5 hours and will re-open to traffic at 10:00 p.m.
Motorists traveling in the affected closure area will be directed through a detour route during the time of the road closure.
Please direct any questions to the Ellis County Public Works Department at 785-628-9455. Your cooperation during this project is appreciated.
SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a murder and have two suspects in custody.
Just after 4p.m. Wednesday police responded to a disturbance at a home in the 200 Block North Sabin in Wichita, according to Lt. Todd Ojile. Two men at the home told police that an unknown man had been at the home and they punched this man during a disturbance.
Police entered the home and found a 39-year-old man dead from blunt force trauma injuries, according to Ojile.
The two men at the home, a 64-year-old and a 37-year-old were questioned further by police and are being held in the Sedgwick County Jail on requested charges of voluntary manslaughter, pending the results of an autopsy, according Ojile. The 37-year-old is being held on drug and stolen property charges.
Ojile did not release the victim’s name.
Anyone with information on the case is encouraged to call Wichita Police.
NEWTON, Kan. (AP) — Authorities say an extremely intoxicated man who was attempting to have sex with the tailpipe of a car in central Kansas was subdued with a stun gun after he refused to stop.
Newton Lt. Scott Powell says the 24-year-old was taken to an emergency room Tuesday because of his life threateningly high .35 blood alcohol level and possible drug use.
Powell says the man had a possible head injury and “was completely oblivious to everyone standing around and telling him to stop.” Powell says the man is expected to be released from the hospital Thursday.
Police submitted a report to city prosecutors recommending a misdemeanor charge of lewd and lascivious behavior. Nothing had been filed as of Thursday.
Hays Post
A man wanted in connection with a shooting of a Menards employee on Monday in Wichita was arrested in Trego County on Tuesday.
Officers investigated a traffic complaint of an erratic driver of a gray Nissan car at milepost 157 of Interstate 70. Deputies attempted a traffic stop at which time the driver, who was later identified as 18-year-old Dominic Joseph Williamson, fled. Officers deployed stop sticks, deflating three tires, but Williamson continued to flee westbound on I-70.
The pursuit finally ended in Trego County at milepost 114 on I-70 when Williamson lost control of the vehicle after a tactical vehicle intervention.
The suspect’s vehicle entered the north ditch and rolled several times before coming to rest on its top.
Williamson was arrested without further incident.
He was evaluated by medical staff and later booked into the Ellis County Detention Facility.
Williamson is being charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, fleeing and eluding, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, possession of marijuana and numerous traffic violations.
He will also face charges in Sedgwick County. He remained in Ellis County Detention Thursday morning. Sheriff Ed Harbin said Thursday he was unsure if Williamson would face charges in Ellis County first or if he would be transferred to Sedgwick County to face charges there first.
Another suspect in the shooting was taken into custody in Derby after a high-speed police chase. The 17-year old female was hospitalized after the vehicle she was driving rolled. She was treated and released and then booked into juvenile detention on charges of aggravated battery, auto theft, and fleeing and attempting to elude.
See related story: UPDATE: Menards teen shooting suspect captured
