SHAWNEE COUNTY-  Law enforcement authorities reported that suspect Stephen Drake was arrested late Tuesday morning near the Shawnee -Douglas County line. His 12-year-old son was with him. Few additional details on the arrest were released by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

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TOPEKA- Law enforcement authorities continue to search for a wanted suspect, Stephen Drake and his 12-year-old son.

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation reported at 5 a.m. on Tuesday officers located and confronted Stephen Drake, who was still in custody of his son, Andrew Drake.

The confrontation occurred in the 600 block of SE 34th Street in Topeka.

During the attempt to arrest Stephen, he and Andrew escaped the scene in a two-tone, charcoal over gray, Chevrolet Z-71 4×4 truck, according to a KBI media release.

The KBI considers Stephen armed and dangerous, and considers Andrew in imminent danger.

Please call 911 if either Drake is seen. Please call 1-800-KS-CRIME or 785-331-9870 with any information.

On Friday, The KBI asked the public for assistance in locating Drake and his son.
Stephen is wanted for Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Interference with Parental Custody, and Child Endangerment. Stephen is fleeing from apprehension, has made threatening statements, and is believed to be armed.