Aspiring lawmaker says her decision to SHOOT builder and embarrassing financial scandals make her perfect for office
Lisa Walker-Yeager, who is running for two local government seats in Wyandotte County, posted on Facebook last week to defend herself as she faced criminal charges.
The community leader insisted she opened fire last October to protect her daughter during a heated payment dispute with builder Noble Bey.
Walker-Yeager has been charged with aggravated battery and unlawfully discharging a weapon inside city limits.
She admitted she shot Bey but maintained she did so to save her daughter, Vern'e McClelland, during an aggressive confrontation at her home.
Bey, she claimed in court, was furious after being handed a $350 check when he had expected $410 for his work.
During a hearing on Thursday, Walker-Yeager and her daughter testified that Bey beat McClelland in anger.
A video played in court showed Bey loudly voicing his frustration over the shortfall, reported the Kansas City Star.
On Friday evening, Walker-Yeager posted a statement on social media saying it was important for her to be transparent with voters.
'The incident that occurred was an act of protection for my child. I'll leave it at that,' she wrote.
'If you are a parent, I know this will resonate with you because I believe you would protect your children at all costs.'
The candidate also addressed her financial record, which includes lawsuits and judgments against her over unpaid debts.
'You and I both know we in Wyandotte have an uphill battle to fight when it comes (to) financial prosperity,' Walker-Yeager wrote.
'I truly believe my past financial challenges are what qualify me for these positions. Because I understand, I've been in your shoes when it comes to financial challenges.'
During a campaign event last month, Walker-Yeager was asked whether she had ever been arrested and how gun violence has affected neighborhoods.
'I think gun violence has affected our neighborhoods,' she said at the meeting, according to local news outlet KMBC.
'But I also think guns in the wrong hands have affected our neighborhoods. That's the key thing, it's not the guns, it's the person.
'And until we realize that and understand that, that is a key thing. I have never been convicted, but I will say that I have stood up to protect my family.'
Court records show Walker-Yeager has been sued six times over money disputes, resulting in five judgments against her. The largest judgment was more than $17,000.
Despite her legal troubles, she remains on the ballot for the November election unless she is convicted of a felony.
'I love you Wyandotte, and I refuse to let these challenges that are being used against me stop me from fighting for you and your families!' she declared.
Judge Michael A. Russell has ordered attorneys to submit findings and conclusions by September 12.
He will then decide whether to grant Walker-Yeager immunity on the basis of self defense.
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