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Driver crashes into Lee’s Summit police headquarters Monday morning; is arrested

A driver was in custody after crashing into the front lobby entrance of the Lee’s Summit police headquarters early Monday, the city announced.

The crash occurred just after 6 a.m. at police headquarters, 10 N.E. Tudor Road in Lee’s Summit.

Officers were dispatched to the lobby, where they took the person into custody. Police continue to investigate the cause of the crash.

The front entrance to the police department and municipal court was temporarily closed while the city checked the safety of the structure.

Shortly before 10 a.m., the city announced the entrance to the police department and court was reopened and the offices were operating as usual.

Robert A. Cronkleton
The Kansas City Star
Robert A. Cronkleton is a breaking news reporter for The Kansas City Star, covering crime, courts, transportation, weather and climate. He’s been at The Star for 36 years. His skills include multimedia and data reporting and video and audio editing. Support my work with a digital subscription
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