Crime

Man treated for possible overdose after he’s accused of shooting at vehicle in Lenexa

Police arrested a man Saturday afternoon after he allegedly fired shots at a passing vehicle and other shots indiscriminately. He was taken to a hospital for treatment of a possible drug overdose.
Police arrested a man Saturday afternoon after he allegedly fired shots at a passing vehicle and other shots indiscriminately. He was taken to a hospital for treatment of a possible drug overdose. The Star

After arresting a man who allegedly fired shots at a passing vehicle Saturday in Lenexa, police took him to a hospital for treatment of a possible drug overdose.

Police responded about 1:20 p.m. Saturday to reports of a disturbance involving two men in the 10800 block of Haskins Street.

Prior to officers arriving at the scene, one of the men left. Police found him nearby a few minutes later.

During their investigation, police learned that the man allegedly had fired shots from a handgun at a passing vehicle and fired other shots indiscriminately.

There were no reports of injuries. Police arrested the man and took him to a hospital.

Police also expressed gratitude for people who stopped to assist as officers took the man into custody.

Robert A. Cronkleton: 816-234-4261, @cronkb

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