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10/06/2025

10/06/2025

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Galena City Council Galena, Kansas 10-6-2025

10/06/2025

Galena City Council, Galena, Kansas 10-6-2025

10/06/2025

Cherokee County Commission, Columbus, Kansas 10-6-2025

10/01/2025

Felony Conviction Secured in Fatal Hit-and-Run Investigation

COLUMBUS, Kan. — The Cherokee County Attorney's Office has secured a felony conviction against John Joseph for attempted interference with law enforcement in connection with the investigation of a fatal accident that claimed the life of Gary LaTurner.
Following an extensive investigation led by the Kansas Highway Patrol, our office pursued and obtained a conviction against the individual whose conduct following the accident rose to the level of criminal interference. The KHP's investigation determined that while the juvenile driver involved in the initial impact was not criminally liable for the collision itself, John Joseph's actions in the aftermath of the accident obstructed the investigative process and the driver’s duty to report, and thus warranted felony prosecution.
We continue to extend our deepest condolences to Gary LaTurner’s family and loved ones.
We thank the Kansas Highway Patrol for their thorough work and professionalism throughout this case.

09/29/2025

Cherokee County Commission, Columbus, Kansas 9-29-2025

09/22/2025

Cherokee County Commission, Columbus, Kansas 9-22-2025