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Accidental Shooting Lands Topeka Man Behind Bars

A disturbing case of accidental shooting has led to a 30-month prison sentence for a 26-year-old Topeka man. Keeno D. Collins, of Ozawkie, Kansas, was found wounded on the grounds of Topeka West High School with a gunshot wound to his upper left arm.

According to court records, Collins initially told police he didn’t know what had happened. However, after a gun was discovered nearby and DNA matched to Collins, the truth began to unravel. It was revealed that Collins was prohibited from possessing a firearm due to a 2015 conviction in Shawnee County District Court on a felony drug charge.

The Topeka Police Department, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen Hunting all played key roles in the investigation. U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister commended their work, stating, ‘Their dedication to justice is a testament to the importance of keeping our communities safe.’

Collins ultimately pleaded guilty to one count of unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. His sentence of 30 months in federal prison serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of breaking the law.

The case is a sobering reminder of the dangers of gun possession and the importance of following the law. As the investigation unfolded, it became clear that Collins’s actions had put himself and others at risk.

As the Topeka community moves forward, it’s essential to reflect on the lessons learned from this case. The Grimy Times will continue to report on this and other cases of violent crime, shedding light on the issues that affect us all.