Other — Emporia, KS — reported 2026-07-07

SUMMARY

Emporia Police officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop, but the driver fled on foot.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Other
  • Location: Emporia, KS
  • Date reported: 2026-07-07
  • Suspect: male, age 45
  • Status: arrested and charged

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The driver, Jon A. Buchanan, exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot.
  • Officers deployed a Taser in an attempt to stop Buchanan; however, the deployment was not effective.
  • Buchanan continued fleeing eastbound toward West Street, where officers deployed a Taser a second time.
  • This deployment was successful, and Buchanan was taken into custody without further incident.
  • Charges of Possession of Methamphetamine and Obstruction of Legal Process are pending against Buchanan.