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Yahoo
23-06-2025
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Kansas man kills girlfriend before shooting himself in domestic dispute, police say
A 36-year-old man shot and killed his girlfriend during a domestic violence incident Saturday before fatally shooting himself, the Parsons Police Department said. That man was identified as Steve Antone McDonald. His girlfriend was not named and police were not immediately available for more details. Police were called at 1:27 a.m. Saturday to the 1100 of Richard Ave. after multiple people called 911 reporting hearing screams followed by two gunshots. Officers arrived and found a deceased woman with a gunshot wound, a Parsons police news release said. 'Preliminary investigations revealed that the incident was domestic in nature,' police added. Detectives interviewed the woman's juvenile son and learned that a domestic altercation had occurred between his mother and McDonald. The juvenile said McDonald had struck him in the head during an argument, leading his mother to flee the scene. McDonald followed her as she ran down the street and fired two shots, hitting her once, the release said. McDonald came back to the home and fled in the woman's white 2000 Cadillac Escalade. Police issued and be on the lookout alert for McDonald and the Escalade. They spotted the vehicle in Wilson County. Wilson County Sheriff's Office deputies attempted to stop the vehicle near the town of Severy, but a brief pursuit began before the vehicle crashed. 'Upon approach, deputies discovered McDonald inside the vehicle with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head,' according to Parsons police. 'Emergency aid was rendered on scene, but McDonald succumbed to his injury.' McDonald was originally from the Kansas City area, having been recently living in Parsons with his girlfriend. He had a history of domestic violence, police said. 'On April 24, 2025, he was arrested on multiple charges, including aggravated domestic battery, aggravated kidnapping, criminal threat, criminal damage to property, and endangering a child,' the release read. 'He was released on bond on May 15, 2025.' The incident remains under investigation, and anyone with information is encouraged to call the PPD at 620-421-7060, call the tip line at 620-421-7057 or email at tips@ Parsons is a city of 9,362 and roughly 131 miles east of Wichita.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
Floodwaters help end southeast Kansas pursuit with reckless driver, police say
PARSONS, Kan. — Parsons police said floodwaters helped stop a reckless driver from running from officers. Officers were reportedly in a high-speed pursuit with a Honda Civic that was seen driving erratically near the 700 block of Main Street around 11 p.m. Thursday. Authorities arrested the driver, Tyler Vickrey, 30, who they said fled after officers attempted a traffic stop. The pursuit reached speeds of over 100 mph and extended into Cherokee County after entering Highway 400 going east. After seeing additional officers, Vickrey did a U-turn and headed back into Labette County. Floodwaters help end southeast Kansas pursuit with reckless driver, police say The most commonly stolen cars in Joplin, according to JPD Missouri teen charged with robbery after boarding school bus, demanding money from kids Couple accused of stealing 1/4 of a million from elderly woman to face trial He eventually turned north onto Xavier Road and got stuck in a flooded area, bringing the chase to an end. He was arrested shortly after and booked at the Parsons Police Department. Parsons police are requesting charges multiple driving-related citations and being a habitual offender. Vickrey reportedly told officers he fled due to having a suspended license. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
Traffic stop in Labette County uncovers meth lab; 4 arrested
LABETTE COUNTY, Kan. — Authorities say four people were arrested over the weekend after a traffic stop in Labette County led to the discovery of a mobile meth lab. SEE ALSO: Man arrested in southeast Kansas had 17 fake IDs, treasury checks, police say Deputies with the Labette County Sheriff's Office stopped a vehicle in the early morning hours Sunday at the intersection of Heacock and Grand Streets in Parsons reportedly for a defective headlight. The vehicle was also sniffed by a K-9 during the stop, which officers say gave a positive ID for narcotics. Austin Pollard, 29, of Parsons, was searched as part of the investigation and was reportedly found to be carrying a white bag plus digital scales. Inside the truck they found several firearms including a sawed-off shotgun, the sheriff's office said. A serial number check for one of the handguns came back stolen as well. In the pickup's bed the two deputies say that's where they found a meth lab. With the help of Parsons Police Department, the deputies conducted a probation search of Pollard's home and located additional firearms, drugs, and drug paraphernalia. Pollard, Jordan Titmus, 31, Alexander Houghton, 31, and Cienna Best, 23 were arrested and booked into Labette County Jail on pending charges of possession of methamphetamines, manufacturing methamphetamines, possession of stolen weapons, and child endangerment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
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Parsons PD recognized for top-tier training practices
PARSONS, Kan. — One southeast Kansas police department receives recognition for staying up to date on training and policy. The Parsons Police Department received its 5th Lexipol Connect Gold Award. Police chief Robert Spinks says the honor places Parsons among the top 400 agencies nationwide. Lexipol, a private company based in Frisco, Texas, recognizes agencies that stay up-to-date on personnel training. Spinks says about 4,000 law enforcement agencies across the U.S contract with Lexipol for policy manuals, development and training purposes. This allows agencies like Parsons PD, instant access to attorneys to keep them updated on changing laws, statutes, and court decisions. 'Every day when officers come in, they're getting that those moments of training opportunities to make sure that they understand in our able to what take the policy written word apply it to a scenario situation and answer the questions that go along with that. So that we are continually refreshing, you know, how we respond and do our jobs,' said Robert Spinks, Parsons police chief. Spinks says keeping up with training allows Parsons to be a leader among professional law enforcement agencies in southeast Kansas and across the state. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Automotive
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Click It or Ticket: How buckling up saves lives in car crashes
PARSONS, Kan. — The Parsons Police Department is gearing up to put a spotlight on seat belt safety. The national Click It or Ticket campaign runs from May 18 through June 1. During that time, Parsons PD will have extra patrol officers on the road, specifically watching for seat belt usage. Parsons police chief Robert Spinks says the campaign isn't about handing out more tickets, but for every citation written, officers give two warnings instead. Click It or Ticket gives officers a chance to remind everyone that seat belts are there to keep you safe. 'Some people will make cheap shots on Facebook about seatbelt violations, say, 'Oh, it's no big deal you know, why don't you spend time doing other things?' Where, you know, if we save a life because somebody actually puts on their seatbelt, I think that's probably a worthwhile investment,' said Robert Spinks, Parsons Police Chief. 49 percent of passengers killed in 2023 were unrestrained, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA says buckling up keeps you inside your vehicle in a crash, and adds that airbags are meant to be used with your seat belt on. It's also important that your seat belt fits correctly. If you need a roomier belt, the NHTSA says you should contact your car's manufacturer for an extender. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
