A woman involved in a possible abduction in Wichita has been found safe after she contacted police, revealing it was a domestic violence incident involving her boyfriend; no injuries were reported and the public's help in sharing the video was instrumental in her safe recovery.
Police in Wichita, Kansas, are seeking help to identify a woman seen being forcibly taken in a home surveillance video, offering a $2,000 reward for information, with ongoing investigations and no current threat to the public.
Wichita police are seeking public assistance to identify a woman seen being forcibly taken by a man in a home surveillance video; a reward is offered for information, and authorities are investigating without indicating public danger.
A disturbing video released by Wichita police shows a woman being forcibly taken outside a home, prompting an investigation and a public appeal for help in identifying her and the suspect, with authorities considering it a potential abduction.
Deontay Wilder returned to victory with a dominant seventh-round TKO over Tyrrell Herndon in Wichita, Kansas, marking his first win in nearly three years and showcasing improved skills under new trainer Don House.
In the season finale of The Golden Bachelorette, Wichita's Chock Chapple proposed to Joan Vassos on a beach in Bora Bora, marking a joyful moment for fans, especially those in Wichita who celebrated with watch parties. The couple expressed their love and commitment, with local viewers excited to see their city represented on the popular show.
Grammy-nominated artist Jelly Roll has announced the "Beautifully Broken Tour," with a stop in Wichita on October 15, 2024, at the INTRUST Bank Arena. The tour will feature opening acts Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay, and tickets will be available for presale starting on February 26, with general on-sale beginning on March 1. Fans can purchase tickets online at jellyroll615.com or selectaseat.com, by phone, or in person at the Select-A-Seat Box Office at INTRUST Bank Arena.
A Wichita family is mourning the loss of Lisa Lopez-Galvan, who was killed at a Super Bowl parade. Described as a remarkable person who made a difference in many lives, she was beloved by her family and known for her love of music and cooking. Her grandson, Julian Banuelos, shared fond memories of her and expressed the heartbreak of not being able to see his own child grow up with her. The family has set up a GoFundMe to support them during this difficult time.
A suspect, Ricky Alderete, has been arrested in connection with the theft and destruction of a bronze Jackie Robinson statue in Wichita, Kansas. The theft, which was not deemed to be "hate-motivated," was believed to be for the purpose of selling the metal for scrap. Additional arrests are expected, and the statue, valued at $75,000, is set to be replaced with the costs covered by Major League Baseball. Alderete faces charges including felony theft and aggravated criminal damage to property.
The bronze statue of Jackie Robinson was stolen from a park in Wichita, Kansas, with the motive being to sell it for scrap metal rather than a hate crime. One suspect, Ricky Alderete, has been arrested and charged, with more suspects being sought. Parts of the dismantled statue were found charred in a trash can. The community plans to replace the stolen sculpture with funds raised, and police believe more arrests will be made in the case.
Wichita police have arrested 45-year-old Ricky Alderete in connection with the theft of a statue of Jackie Robinson, charging him with felony theft, aggravated criminal damage to property, identity theft, and making false information. The investigation suggests the theft was financially motivated rather than a hate crime. The statue, found burned and in pieces, had sparked nationwide support for its replacement. Alderete has prior convictions for theft and burglary.
A 45-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the theft of a bronze Jackie Robinson statue in Wichita, Kansas, which was later found dismantled and burned. The suspect, Ricky Alderete, faces charges related to the theft and a 2022 case, with police stating that the motive was to sell the metal for scrap. The statue, located at a park where children play in a youth baseball league, was cut from its base, and the burned remnants were discovered in a trash can at another park. Donations have poured in for a replacement statue, and the artist's friend anticipates that a new one can be erected within months.
Wichita police have made an arrest in the case of the stolen and destroyed Jackie Robinson statue, charging Ricky Alderete with felony theft and other offenses. The theft, which occurred at McAdams Park, home of the youth baseball league League 42, was not believed to be hate-motivated but rather for financial gain. Surveillance footage showed a brown pickup truck involved in the vandalism, and pieces of the statue were found burnt in a park. Over $145,000 in donations have poured in to aid in rebuilding the statue, and a replica will be made using the original mold.
A 45-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the theft of a bronze Jackie Robinson statue in Wichita, Kansas, which was later found dismantled and burned. The theft was not deemed a hate crime, but rather an attempt to sell the metal for scrap. The suspect, who has a criminal record, faces charges including felony theft and aggravated criminal damage to property. Donations totaling nearly $300,000 have poured in to replace the statue, and a replacement is anticipated to be erected within months.