Police ask for help finding man after recent murder
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The Wichita Police Department is asking the public for help locating a missing 20-year-old man. Police say Jerry Johnson is wanted in connection to a homicide on Bleckley last week.
On Feb. 11, officers were sent to the 1200 block of S. Bleckley Drive around 5:45 p.m. for the report of a shooting. They found Manuel Roach, 23, who had been shot. He died at the hospital. Investigators said there was an altercation between Roach and three men.
On Tuesday, Sergio Clement, Jr., 18, and Allen J. Griffin, 22, were charged with first-degree murder in the case.
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On Wednesday, the WPD posted a wanted picture for Johnson.
KSN News typically does not name suspects until charges are filed, but because the WPD is asking for the public's help and it is in reference to a homicide investigation, we are making an exception.
Call 911 or WPD detectives at 316-268-4407 if you know where Johnson is.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers by calling 316-267-2111, submitting a tip online, or submitting a tip through their mobile app, which is available through Google Play and Apple's App Store.
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