A suspect in a home invasion robbery was seriously wounded in a wild shootout in southeast Wichita, police said.
According to a news release:
At about 7:30 p.m. Thursday, officers assigned to Patrol East heard several gunshots and then received a Gunshot Detection System (GSD) alert in the 5300 block of E. Funston. Officers arrived before 911 calls came in.
When officers arrived, they found a 22-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds.
Officers began life-saving measures until Sedgwick County EMS arrived. EMS transported the man to a local hospital, where he remains in serious but stable condition.
“Last night, our officers heard the gunshots, and our Gunshot Detection System immediately pinpointed the area before the first 911 calls came in. That combination helped us get to the exact location fast, start medical aid right away, and get EMS there quickly. It potentially saved the suspect’s life. And it also allowed us to secure the scene, take the suspect into custody, and move this case forward. Technology like this continues to strengthen our ability to respond quickly and protect our community.”
Three people, later determined to be victims, were detained for interviews. After speaking with investigators, all three were released.
Detectives learned a 21-year-old Wichita woman was inside her home in the 5300 block of E. Funston when three armed suspects kicked in the door and robbed her.
During the incident, her boyfriend, a 23-year-old Wichita man, arrived with a 22-year-old friend.
As the boyfriend approached the home, one suspect exited through the front door, pointed a gun at him, and ordered him to get on the ground. A struggle over the firearm followed. As the 22-year-old friend got out of the vehicle, an exchange of gunfire occurred, and the 22-year-old suspect was shot. The other two suspects fled the scene and remain at large.
Investigators do not believe there is an ongoing danger to the public.
The suspect who was shot remains in police custody at the hospital. Once released, he will be booked into the Sedgwick County Jail on aggravated robbery, aggravated kidnapping, and aggravated assault. The case will be presented to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office for charging consideration.
The investigation continues.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Investigations at 316-268-4407. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111.
