KC Crime Scene: Pappy Mahomes Sentenced & Public Safety Politics

Right now there's a lot of worthwhile crime reporting to catch up on that offers a glimpse into local life, political arguments & celebrity connections as we look down the barrel of campaign season.

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Patrick Mahomes, Sr., gets 5 years probation for DWI

Patrick Mahomes, Sr., was officially sentenced to probation Monday for his February DWI arrest.

Murders down 11.6% in US as crime remains key election issue

Murders in the United States are down 11.6%, according to statistics released by the FBI on Monday morning.

Full list of 158 Democrats who voted against sex crime ban on immigrants

The Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, introduced by Republican Senator Nancy Mace, passed in a 266-158 vote.

Conversations with Johnson County sheriff candidates

Guests from Johnson County join FOX4 in studio, where Republican Doug Bedford and Democrat Byron Roberson are squaring off to replace Sheriff Calvin Hayden.

Kansas City man accused of driving stolen car 120 mph on I-70

Charles J. Wheeler, of Kansas City, is charged, accused of driving a stolen car 120 mph on I-70 and then trying to run from police.

Independence police search for vehicle involved in hit-and-run that injured man, dog

Police are searching for a vehicle that was involved in a hit-and-run that seriously injured a man and dog in Independence.

No charges filed months after woman's camper stolen in Jackson County

Days after the Jackson County prosecutor said she is prosecuting property crime, some victims wonder why their case is in limbo

Police ask for help to locate missing 18-year-old Kansas City woman

Police in Kansas City, Missouri, are asking for the public's help to locate a missing woman. Elina Shelton, 18, was last seen leaving a home in the 4600 block of North Forest Avenue about 3:30 p.m.

Human trafficking: Missouri fourth highest rate in the country

According to the U.S. Department of State, there are an estimated 27.6 million victims of human trafficking worldwide at any given time.

A Child's Remains Were Found Buried in Kansas Yard: Why a Mother Believes They're Her Young Daughter's

Police in Rose Hill, Kan., recovered the remains of a child after responding to a mental health crisis at a local residence. A mother believes they are the remains of her daughter, although police have not identified them.

Renewed hope in 36-year-old cold case of missing Linwood teen Randy Leach

Two retired detectives are met with resistance as they try to put new eyes on the 36-year-old cold case of missing Linwood teenager Randy Leach.

Olathe police announce unexpected death of sergeant

Olathe, Kansas police announced the unexpected passing of Sergeant Greg Richardson through their "X" account.

How did suspended cop steal gun he used to kill his KC family? Lax security at the VA

Veterans Affairs investigators found lax arms room security at a Kansas site let an officer access a gun after his law enforcement authority was stripped.

Marine, Translator Earns Sergeant Promotion

Villafain grew up in the Bronx in a crime-ridden area filled with drugs and violence. The environment motivated him to get out, which he did by joining the Marine Corps in 2000. Villafain deployed three times after 9/11, serving all around the world.

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