Kansas Bureau of Investigation

Kansas Bureau of Investigation This is the official page of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI). The KBI is the premier investigative agency for the state of Kansas.

It assists local law enforcement agencies during major criminal investigations. The KBI also maintains the state’s criminal history records, and provides forensic science services to the Kansas criminal justice community. The KBI is committed to its critical mission of preventing crime and enhancing public safety in Kansas. The KBI does not conduct investigations based solely on citizen reports or referrals. Generally, cases originate after a request for assistance from a local law enforcement agency or a prosecutor, or occasionally at the request of the Kansas Attorney General. Do NOT use this page to report a crime. In the event of an emergency, call 911. Report all other criminal activity to your local police department or sheriff's office. To provide tips related to KBI investigations, please call 1-800-KS-CRIME, or report suspicious activity at: https://www.kbi.ks.gov/sar. Please do not submit tips via messenger. Before posting on this page, please review these terms: The opinions expressed by friends or visitors of this page are not endorsed by the KBI. Comments and content may be reviewed to ensure that they comply with all state and federal laws. Visitor comments are neither private nor confidential and may be subject to public disclosure laws. Please note that any content that violates the laws of the State of Kansas, comments that threaten or solicit violence, promote illegal or fraudulent activity, or comments that solicit for commercial products will be removed, with repeated violations leading to the user being blocked from commenting on the page.

That's a wrap on National Forensic Science Week! 🔬🚨⚛Thank you to everyone who came together to organize all the fun acti...
09/26/2026

That's a wrap on National Forensic Science Week! 🔬🚨⚛

Thank you to everyone who came together to organize all the fun activities this week!
We also want to thank the students at Fort Hays State University and Emporia State University for submitting their questions to our lab team!

While this week's celebration comes to an end, we will continue to provide our expertise in each case we investigate with professionalism and integrity.

National Forensic Science Week Q&A Day 5!✏️Question of the day: How beneficial is a Master's Degree when it comes to pur...
09/25/2026

National Forensic Science Week Q&A Day 5!

✏️Question of the day: How beneficial is a Master's Degree when it comes to pursuing a career within the KBI labs?
- Student at Fort Hays State University

📢 A Master’s degree is not a minimum requirement for KBI forensic
science analyst positions. Depending on the discipline, analysts generally need a bachelor’s or advanced degree in a relevant field such as chemical, physical, biological, natural, forensic, or another related science. DNA analysts also have additional educational requirements under federal quality standards. That said, a Master’s degree can be beneficial. A new hire with a Master’s degree may qualify for a 2.5% merit increase, and the KBI offers tuition assistance that can help employees pursue graduate education.


Today is the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims. This is a day to honor and remember the lives that were tra...
09/25/2026

Today is the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims. This is a day to honor and remember the lives that were tragically taken and to support the families, friends and communities who are were left impacted.

In 2025, 122 murders were reported in Kansas.

The act of murder effects everyone involved. The tragic loss of life deeply impacts our state, and we stand with our communities in their times of grief. The KBI remains committed to bringing justice to victims and their families and to preventing future incidents.

Please refer to the crime index for more information about the findings in 2025.
2025 Crime Index:https://www.kansas.gov/kbi/stats/docs/pdf/2025%20Crime%20Index.pdf

National Forensic Science Week Q&A Day 4!✏️Question of the day: What’s your favorite latent print powder, and why?- Fore...
09/24/2026

National Forensic Science Week Q&A Day 4!

✏️Question of the day: What’s your favorite latent print powder, and why?
- Forensic Science Grad Student at Emporia State University

📢"We do not use latent print powder very often; however, black magnetic powder would be our favorite. It is easy to apply, provides good contrast and is easy to clean up!"
- Jackie Hayworth, Latent Print Supervisor


National Forensic Science Week Q&A Day 3!✏️Question of the day: Are there any major tips for students that are applying ...
09/23/2026

National Forensic Science Week Q&A Day 3!

✏️Question of the day: Are there any major tips for students that are applying for the internship program that will make our applications stand out from others?
- Applied Criminology Student at Fort Hays State University

📢"Research the sections you are applying for & tailor your Letter of Interest to explain your qualifications and your interest in the discipline. Do something that sets you apart from the others in your program or similar forensic programs (e.g., research, additional trainings, professional conferences)."
- Lab Internship Committee Members


UPDATE in Death Investigation: The Elk County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance on Tuesday, Sept. 22 at around 2...
09/22/2026

UPDATE in Death Investigation: The Elk County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance on Tuesday, Sept. 22 at around 2:30 p.m., after an adult male was discovered deceased on Elk Valley USD #283 school property.

KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to Longton, Kansas to conduct a death investigation.

School personnel discovered the deceased man on Tuesday afternoon, around 2 p.m. and immediately notified local law enforcement. The investigation determined the man was alone on school property at around 3 a.m., and did not leave the area.

The deceased man has been positively identified as Jason Barrager, 50, of Independence. Barrager did not have obvious injuries to his body. An autopsy will be performed.

At this time there are no indications of foul play in Barrager's death, or evidence suggesting that students or the public are at risk related to this incident. The investigation is ongoing.
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ORIGINAL: On Tuesday afternoon at around 2:30 p.m., the Elk County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance to conduct a death investigation in Longton, Kansas after an adult male was discovered deceased on Elk Valley USD #283 school property.

KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded. A death investigation may be ruled an accident, homicide, su***de, or due to natural causes.

At this time there is no indication that students or the public are at risk related to this incident.

The man’s identity will be released after appropriate next of kin notifications are made. The investigation is ongoing.

National Forensic Science Week Q&A Day 2!✏️Question of the day: What forensic discipline has the highest demand in your ...
09/22/2026

National Forensic Science Week Q&A Day 2!

✏️Question of the day: What forensic discipline has the highest demand in your lab?
- Applied Criminology Student at Emporia State University

📢"Based on sheer volume ( # of requests), it is our Controlled Substance Section (Drug Chemistry). We received 8,700 new chemistry assignments in the 2026 fiscal year."
- T.L Price, Laboratory Director


NEWS RELEASE:The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), in partnership with the RileyCountyPD, Geary County Sheriff's Off...
09/21/2026

NEWS RELEASE:
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), in partnership with the RileyCountyPD, Geary County Sheriff's Office, and Junction City Police Department, announced several arrests following a joint operation targeting s*x buyers and offenders who intended to meet children for s*xual relations.

On Sept. 17 and 18, at locations in Riley County and Geary County, KBI agents and local authorities coordinated operations that resulted in the arrest of 19 suspects who were purchasing or selling s*x, or arranging to meet with minors for s*xual acts.

Agencies who supported the operation include the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Kansas Highway Patrol, Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office, United States Army Criminal Investigation Division, Butler County Sheriff's Office, Park City Police Department, Wichita Police Department, Bourbon County Sheriff's Office, Greenwood County Sheriff's Office, and Cherokee County Sheriff's Office.

The offenders arrested for electronic solicitation of a child and attempted aggravated human trafficking include:

Andrew David Green, 40, of Manhattan
Gabriel Guaman-Martinez, 26, of Manhattan
Scott Bradley Hamill, 40, of Lawrence
Adam Lee Lang, 42, of Manhattan
Gary Francis Lewison, 47, of Wamego
Chris Alan McClanahan, 54, of Abilene
Hawley Brock Douglas Needham, 32, of Manhattan
James Cameron Nunley, 38, of Westmoreland
Ezton Orozco-Agustin, 30, of Topeka
Jose Guadalupe De Jesus Ortega, 37, of Manhattan

A 29-year-old man from Lincoln, Nebraska was also arrested, and is expected to face federal charges.

The arrests occurred without incident. The suspects were booked into the Riley County Jail. Formal charges are pending.

The offenders arrested for buying s*xual relations and unlawful use of a communications facility include:

Devon C. Brown, 36, North Chesterfield, Virginia
Milton A. Guerrero-Vargas, 23, of Fort Riley
Bradley J. Moscou, 47, of Junction City
Mohamed A. Rahim, 28, of Junction City
Lamont K. Ray, 29, of Junction City
Roscoe B. Richmond, 42, of Junction City
Zia R. Segule, 40, of Fort Riley

Additionally, Holly J. Goss, Topeka, 47, was arrested for selling s*xual relations.

The arrests occurred without incident. The suspects were booked into the Geary County Jail. Formal charges are pending.

During the operation victim advocacy services were offered to three potential s*x trafficking victims. User-level narcotics were located and seized. No actual children were victimized during this operation.

If you, or someone you know, is experiencing s*x trafficking contact the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at 1-888-373-7888 or text INFO or HELP to BeFree (233733). This hotline is confidential and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Tips can also be reported to the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME, or submitted anonymously online at www.kbi.ks.gov/sar.

All subjects are presumed innocent until found guilty in a court of law. The investigations are ongoing.

✏️Question of the day: What does a typical day look like for a KBI chemist?- Student at Fort Hays State University📢"It v...
09/21/2026

✏️Question of the day: What does a typical day look like for a KBI chemist?
- Student at Fort Hays State University

📢"It varies! Most days consist of a combination between opening & processing items of evidence, running samples on instruments (GCMS is the most commonly used), & writing/reviewing reports. We also sprinkle in court testimony, outreach, and continuing education."
- Christa Knox, Chemistry Supervisor


SILVER ALERT CANCELED - FOUND SAFEThe Wichita Police Department reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) tha...
09/21/2026

SILVER ALERT CANCELED - FOUND SAFE

The Wichita Police Department reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) that 72-year-old Robert Falterman was located and is now safe.

The statewide Silver Alert is canceled.

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ORIGINAL POST:

🚨 STATEWIDE SILVER ALERT - PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Wichita Police Department requested the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) issue a statewide Silver Alert for a missing Wichita man.

The whereabouts of 72-year-old Robert Falterman, of Wichita, are unknown and the public’s assistance is requested to help locate him.

Falterman was last seen traveling on foot around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20, heading east from 5000 block of East 21st Street in Wichita.

Falterman is a white male who is around 5 foot 7 inches tall and weighs approximately 170 pounds. He has gray hair, blue eyes, and was last seen wearing a gray t-shirt and blue jeans. Falterman has pulmonary, cardiac, and cognitive disabilities.

If you see Robert Falterman, or his vehicle, please call 911 immediately. If you have other information about his whereabouts, please call the Wichita Police Department at (316) 268-4111.

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