Salina Police Department

06/05/2026

06/03/2026

On June 2nd, 2026 The Salina Fire Department and Salina Police Department conducted a joint search warrant operation in the 2000 block of Page Ave. The State Fire Marshal, Riley County Police Department Explosive Ordinance Disposal and Salina Fire Department HazMat assisted in carrying out the operation. During the search completed devices suspected of being homemade fireworks and explosives and numerous chemicals believed to be used in the manufacture of fireworks and explosives were seized. Those devices and chemicals were removed from the scene by Explosive Ordinance Disposal technicians and disposed of.

Thirty three year old Christopher Leger of Salina was arrested in connection with the search warrant investigation. Leger was booked in to the Saline County Jail on two counts of Arson associated with separate incidents where he is suspected of damaging an unoccupied residence by fire or explosion.

This investigation is on-going with the possibility of more charges forthcoming. The Salina Police Department and Salina Fire Department would like to thank the assisting agencies as well as the Kansas Department of Transportation and the Salina community members for their assistance in this investigation.

05/29/2026

On Thursday, May 21, 2026, at about 3:30 PM, two females entered Walgreen’s, 700 S. Broadway, Salina, Kansas, and went to the fragrance cases. The female suspects pried the cases open and removed approximately $3300 worth of various fragrance brands to include, Burberry, Jimmy Choo, Dolce Gabana, Sabrina Carpenter, and Ariana Grande. The two suspects concealed the fragrances then left the store without paying.

If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an on—line tip at: https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950 #. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, case 2026-13013.

05/22/2026

On Saturday, April 25, 2026, at about 1:15 AM, a male subject went onto the property of Stanion Wholesale Electric, 1061 W. North, Salina, Kansas, and removed 20 E10-BR breaker boxes valued at $200. The suspect was riding a lime green bicycle.

If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an on—line tip at: https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950 #. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, case 2026-11985.

05/15/2026

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05/12/2026

The KBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Monday afternoon in Salina, Kansas.

The Salina Police Department requested KBI assistance at approximately 5:22 p.m. on Monday, May 11. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to the scene.

At approximately 4:55 p.m., officers from the Salina Police Department attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle. During the initial encounter, the suspect exited the vehicle armed with a firearm. As officers attempted to make an arrest related to a previous law enforcement interaction, the suspect returned to his vehicle and fled, initiating a pursuit.

Law enforcement deployed stop sticks at two locations as the pursuit continued. At the second location, the suspect drove toward a deputy with the Saline County Sheriff’s Office.

The pursuit concluded in the 1200 block of Pacific Ave. At approximately 5:11 p.m., the suspect exited his vehicle wearing body armor and fired a handgun at responding law enforcement. Three officers from the Salina Police Department and one deputy from the Saline County Sheriff’s Office returned fire, striking the suspect.

The Salina Fire Department arrived and attempted lifesaving measures. The suspect, identified as Brandon Michael Sears, 44, of Salina, was pronounced deceased at the scene. No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.

This independent investigation aims to discover all events leading up to the officer-involved shooting. In police use of force cases, the KBI releases details to the public as soon as possible. This information is preliminary in nature and is based on evidence collected and early statements of the parties involved, witnesses, medical personnel, and others. It does not represent final or thorough findings, which take several weeks to complete.

The investigation remains ongoing.

05/12/2026

On Monday, May 11, 2026, 4:55 PM, Officers of the Salina Police Department attempted to stop a subject and a pursuit ensued. During the pursuit, the suspect attempted to hit a Saline County Deputy. When the pursuit ended, the suspect began firing at officers. The officers returned fire and the suspect was shot. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene. No law enforcement officers were injured. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation was contacted and are currently investigating the incident. Any further inquiries in reference to the incident should be made with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

05/11/2026

National Police Week 2026
May 10-16, 2026

Please join us for the Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony at Jerry Ivey Memorial Park on Wednesday, May 13th at 8:00AM.

05/09/2026

Congratulations to Officers Leiblein and Savage on successfully completing the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Instructor Program through Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center! We are excited to add EVOC to our in-house training program at the Salina Police Department.

This training prepares officers to operate emergency vehicles safely and effectively, improving driving skills and decision-making while reducing risk to the public.

We are grateful to KLETC for providing this outstanding program and proud to invest in advanced training opportunities that help our officers better serve the Salina community.

05/08/2026

On May 6th, the Salina Police Department SWAT Team was presented with a Silver Unit Citation Valor Award at the annual Kansas Association of Chiefs of Police (KACP) Valor Awards Banquet. The award was received for the actions of our SWAT Team during a hostage rescue incident in February 2025.

The Silver Valor Award honors extraordinary actions that directly contribute to the significant prolonging or saving of a life. This recognition reflects the team’s courage, professionalism, and commitment to protecting our community during high-risk incidents. The dedication, training, and teamwork demonstrated by these officers represent the very best of our department and the law enforcement profession.

We are proud of each member of the team and congratulate them on this well-deserved honor.