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Two young girls wake to find naked man inside Lawrence home
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A man was arrested over the weekend after he broke into a home and exposed himself to two young girls, according to Lawrence police. According to a , at about 2 a.m. Sunday, officers were called to a home near West 21st and Louisiana Streets on reports of an unknown man entering a home and taking off his clothes. The police department said two girls had been asleep on the couch when they woke up to a naked man in the room. As they yelled for the adults, the girls told police the man walked toward the back bedrooms. Funeral to honor life of fallen Deputy Elijah Ming held on Monday He was then confronted by one of the adults inside the house and forced out. When law enforcement arrived on the scene, one team stayed with the children to calm them down and determine what happened, while the other team found and arrested the man nearby. Lawrence police said they have no reason to believe anyone in the home knew the man and that he appeared to be under the influence of drugs. The man was then evaluated by medical professionals and subsequently taken to the Douglas County Correctional Facility. He was booked on several suspected charges. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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Woman hospitalized, Chihuahua killed in off-leash dog attack at Lawrence park
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Lawrence police are investigating a dog attack after a woman was injured and her Chihuahua was killed by an unleashed dog on Sunday. According to a , at about 2 p.m., officers were called to Centennial Skate Park on reports of a dog attack. Funeral to honor life of fallen Deputy Elijah Ming held on Monday The investigation revealed that a woman in her 70s was walking her three dogs when an unleashed dog attacked her and her Chihuahua. The other two dogs were not harmed. When police arrived, they found the woman suffering from a severe bite wound to her arm, a broken finger, and several other minor wounds. Her pet Chihuahua was killed in the attack. Police said they found the attack dog pinned down by men who had been witnesses to the attack. Officers then created a makeshift muzzle to control the dog and took it away from the scene. The woman was taken to a hospital with one of her dogs, police said. The other dog had run off during the attack but was later found by law enforcement and returned home. The dog that initiated the attack was taken to the Humane Society, as well as the deceased Chihuahua. Two young girls wake to find naked man inside Lawrence home At this time, officers are working to identify the owner of the unleashed dog, but have not been able to make contact with him yet. Investigations are ongoing, police said. How to prevent, stop a dog attack FOX4 spoke with Dr. Melia Washington, chief veterinarian at Pet Resource Center of KC. She shared the following tips to prevent and stop a dog attack: Loud noise/auditory stimulus (yelling in a deep voice, clapping, foghorn) Bite stick Pepper spray 'The first step would be obviously getting their attention,' she said. 'You can do that in various ways…yelling, clapping. 'We always had milk jugs with rocks in them. So just like shaking something, just a weird sound.' She also said the tone of your voice makes a huge difference, so you want to yell in a deep and assertive tone. Bite sticks are also a great way to stop a dog attack. 'The other thing is a bite stick,' Dr. Washington said. 'You can use the bite stick to stick in their mouth and pry their mouth open.' Pepper spray is also good to carry, she said. You can spray it in the dog's eyes to try and stop an attack. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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03-08-2025
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Wyandotte County deputy's killing happened during peak time for violence in relationships
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Wyandotte County Sheriff Deputy Elijah Ming was killed Saturday as he and a Kansas City, Kansas police officer arrived to stand by as a woman attempted to move out of a Kansas City Kansas home she was living in with Shawn for domestic violence victims say that scenario can be a particularly dangerous time when emotions are running high. Man faces capital murder charge in deadly shooting of Wyandotte County deputy The Kansas City metro has already eclipsed last year's number of homicides linked to domestic violence. Hope House's CEO says they happen most often right before or after someone tries to leave an abusive relationship, or sometimes during them moving out. 'The reason for that is domestic violence is about power and control away from someone then the efforts to get it back escalate. That's when we see more violence more homicides or attempted homicides,' Mary Anne Metheny said. The woman called for law enforcement backup after she said Shawn Harris threatened her and friends with a gun when she tried to move items out of the home previously. Ming was shot and killed as he and another KCK police officer approached the front door. Despite the tragic outcome, Friends of Yates Executive Director Dr. Desmond Lamb Sr. said domestic violence victims should never fear calling for help. 'Absolutely the call must be made, there's no other alternative. When your life is in danger, your children's life is in danger, you have to make the call,' Lamb said. 'It just reiterates how dangerous these situations are and how you just don't know what's going to happen,' Metheny said. It's why advocates say it's important to work out a safety plan, which may involve leaving or retrieving items when the person in the relationship you are trying to end isn't home. But agencies remind victims there are resources to provide safe shelter and starting over to replace any items left behind. Download the FOX4 News app on iPhone and Android 'We want you to get out with your life. So if your packing a suitcase is giving your violator time, don't worry about that suitcase, don't worry about them clothes. You grab your kids or your self and get out,' Lamb said. There is a local hotline domestic violence victims can call for information and next steps. . If you are a victim of domestic violence, you can call the at 1-800-799-7233 or text 'START' to 88788. Those with hearing impairments can contact 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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03-08-2025
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Bond set at $2 million for man charged with killing Wyandotte County deputy
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — The attorneys for the man accused of killing a Wyandotte County deputy entered a not guilty plea Tuesday afternoon. Shawn Harris is charged with capital murder in connection with the death of Deputy Elijah Ming. Kansas Death Penalty Unit to represent man accused of killing Wyandotte County deputy Harris appeared Tuesday before a Wyandotte County judge, who set his bond at $2 million. Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, leaders came together Tuesday to offer formal condolences to Deputy Ming's family, along with information regarding the charges Harris faces. 'His life will not soon be forgotten,' Wyandotte County District Attorney Mark Dupree said Tuesday. Dupree said the outcome of a capital murder charge can be life in prison—or the death penalty. 'The process with the courts is something that needs to happen because this person needs to be held accountable for what they have done,' Wyandotte County Sheriff Daniel Soptic shared Tuesday. Officials said Ming's death is an example of the far-reaching effects of domestic violence. Advocates discuss dangers of domestic violence calls following death of WyCo deputy According to the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department (KCKPD), Deputy Ming was initially called to the area on Saturday at about 3:30 p.m. after a woman requested that a law enforcement officer accompany her as she moved out of her home. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) said she had concerns about her safety.'It is an issue in this community; it is an issue across the country,' said KCKPD Chief of Police Karl Oakman. Dupree also expressed his concerns regarding domestic violence and shared warning signs. 'If he or she – but the majority of the time, it's he – is controlling or combative, doesn't allow you to go places, moves you from the ones who love you…take these signs serious and get out before it's too late,' he said. Harris' next court appearance is scheduled for Aug. 21. He remains in the Johnson County, Kansas, jail. Harris is being represented by the Kansas Death Penalty Defense Unit. You can learn more about that here. Those who wish to donate to Deputy Ming's family can click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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03-08-2025
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How to make donations for family of fallen Wyandotte County Deputy Elijah Ming
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — An account has been set up handling donations for the family of Wyandotte County Sheriff Deputy Elijah Ming, who was killed in the line of duty this past weekend. The official memorial account is set up through the Public Safety Credit Union, according to the sheriff's office. Donations can be taken to any branch of the Public Safety Credit Union, . Just let the branch know it's for the memorial account for Elijah Ming and they will take care of the rest. Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office grieving another loss You can also donate through Venmo by scanning the QR code below. The sheriff's office said all proceeds collected will be donated directly for the family, none of the funds will go to the sheriff's office. 'It's unfortunate that people do this but please be mindful of any websites claiming to be collecting donations,' Fraternal Order of Police WYCO Lodge #40 said on Facebook Monday afternoon. According to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), just before 3:30 p.m., Saturday, July 26, a woman requested that police accompany her as she moved out of a residence in the area of South 30th Street and Shawnee Drive in Kansas City, Kansas, due to concerns about her safety. She reported that when friends tried to help her, a man threatened them with a firearm. Wyandotte County Deputy Elijah Ming and a KCK police officer arrived at the home around 3:45 p.m. As they approached the front door, a man inside the house fired multiple shots at the deputy and the officer, striking the 34-year-old deputy. The KCKPD officer was not injured, according to KBI. As responding officers attempted to provide aid to Ming, gunfire was exchanged between the suspect and officers and deputies. The suspect, identified as 38-year-old Shawn Harris, was shot during the exchange of gunfire while he was barricaded in the home, according to KBI. KBI said Ming was taken to the hospital, where he died from his injuries. Police negotiated with Harris over the phone until he surrendered and came out of the house just after 5 p.m. and was taken into custody, according to KBI. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV Harris was first taken to the hospital, where he was treated for his injuries. He was then booked into the Johnson County Jail late Sunday morning and was charged Monday afternoon with capital murder and felon in possession of a firearm. The investigation is ongoing by KBI. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
