KCK Woman Arrested After Attempting to Evade Felony Warrant

A 41-year-old woman from Kansas City, Kansas, was arrested last Saturday, October 11, following a traffic stop in which she tried to conceal her identity from police officers.

According to Kearney Police, the incident began when officers pulled over a vehicle whose registered owner was wanted on a felony warrant out of Johnson County, Kansas. The female passenger closely resembled the wanted individual but repeatedly denied being her, even providing officers with a fake name and a Social Security number that did not match her identity. The number she gave was registered to a man, raising further suspicion among the officers.

Despite her persistent denials, the officers presented her with a booking photo from the Johnson County Jail taken just two months earlier. The photo clearly showed the woman's real name and confirmed her identity as the person sought in connection with a felony warrant.

Confronted with this evidence, the woman admitted to being the wanted individual. She was subsequently taken into custody without incident.

The felony warrant stemmed from her failure to appear in court for her third DUI offense, and she was being held on a $20,000 bond. Following her arrest, she was booked into the Clay County Detention Center, where she awaits extradition back to Kansas to face charges.

KPGZ News – Brian Watts contributed to this story.

Kearney Police Arrest Two Involved with Stolen Vehicle

On Sunday, September 14, Kearney Police officers conducted a traffic stop on 92 Highway near QuikTrip after noticing a vehicle displaying a license plate reported stolen from Leawood, Kansas. All occupants of the vehicle were detained during the investigation.

The female passenger repeatedly provided police with false names and Social Security numbers. Deputies from the Clay County Sheriff's Office responded to assist and used a fingerprint scanner to confirm her identity. The passenger, identified as a 29-year-old woman from Kansas City, was wanted in Nebraska for felony possession of dangerous drugs and in Colorado for possession of a stolen vehicle, both with no bond allowed.

After being identified, she admitted to possessing drugs. Officers recovered methamphetamine, fentanyl, and several syringes loaded with a mixture of both substances. She was arrested and transported to jail on her outstanding warrants and now faces additional felony charges for possession of a controlled substance in Clay County.

The driver of the vehicle was also taken into custody for possession of stolen property. Both individuals were booked into jail following the incident.

KPGZ News – Brian Watts contributed to this story.

Traffic Stop in Kearney Leads to Drug Arrest

Just before midnight on Wednesday, August 20, a routine traffic stop conducted by a Kearney Police night-shift officer resulted in the arrest of a Kansas City woman on multiple drug and traffic charges.

The incident began when officers noticed a vehicle displaying license plates registered to another car, prompting them to pull the vehicle over. Upon approaching the driver, a 26-year-old woman from Kansas City, Missouri, police quickly discovered a series of violations. She was unable to produce a driver’s license, possessed no valid registration for the vehicle, and displayed a fake registration sticker. Further investigation revealed that the car was also uninsured.

Given the circumstances, officers proceeded with a probable cause search of the vehicle. During the search, they uncovered baggies and several loaded needles containing a substance believed to be methamphetamine. In addition to the suspected methamphetamine, officers found multiple containers of illegal Psilocybin Mushrooms, as well as assorted drug paraphernalia inside the car.

The driver was promptly taken into custody and now faces charges including possession of a controlled substance, possession of narcotic paraphernalia, and a series of related traffic offenses. The police department emphasized that their officers remain committed to proactive enforcement, working diligently to keep illegal drugs and unsafe drivers out of the community.

No further information regarding the identity of the suspect has been released at this time. The case stands as a reminder of the continued risks posed by drug-related activity and the importance of community-focused policing.

KPGZ News – Brian Watts contributed to this story.

Wanted Fugitive Arrested After Brief I-35 Standoff

Kearney police arrested a wanted fugitive on Monday, August 11, after a brief standoff that temporarily shut down northbound Interstate 35.

Officers were alerted by another agency that a 47-year-old Mooresville man, wanted by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, might be traveling through the area. The suspect was wanted on felony charges of first-degree rape and first-degree statutory rape of a juvenile under 14, who is a family member.

Police located the suspect driving a semi-truck northbound on I-35 near 92 Highway and initiated a traffic stop. Authorities say the driver refused to exit the vehicle and barricaded himself for several minutes before surrendering peacefully following negotiations.

Chief Mark Thomas posted on Facebook about the danger of these types of situations, “The suspect was reported to be suicidal as well, which escalated our safety concerns not only for the suspect, but also for our officers.”

The suspect was taken into custody without incident and transported to jail on his outstanding warrants. He is being held without bond.

KPGZ News – Brian Watts contributed to this story

Quick Response Saves Three After Vehicle Crashes Near Kearney Pond

On Sunday, July 27th, a coordinated effort by Kearney Police and the Kearney Fire & Rescue Protection District resulted in the dramatic rescue of three people after a vehicle veered off 92 Highway and ended up precariously positioned over a pond.

According to authorities, officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of a vehicle that had left the roadway. Upon arrival, they found that the vehicle had struck a tree and was hanging over the water’s edge, with its occupants still inside.

Emergency personnel from both the police department and fire district acted swiftly. Together, they successfully removed two juveniles from the vehicle.

The adult female driver, who had experienced a medical episode while behind the wheel, required extrication by Kearney Fire & Rescue personnel. She was transported to a local hospital for evaluation, but officials confirm her injuries are not life-threatening.

Officials credited the outcome to the quick and coordinated actions of first responders, whose teamwork brought all three individuals to safety.

KPGZ News – Brian Watts contributed to this story.