Wichita Police Arrest Two Men in 2019 Cold Case Homicide
Wichita police have arrested two men in connection with a 2019 cold case homicide.
Wichita Hutchinson Plus, KS, September 28, 2026 —
Authorities in Wichita have announced the arrest of two men in connection with a homicide case that had remained unsolved since 2019. The Wichita Police Department confirmed the arrests, marking a significant development in the investigation of what is classified as a cold case.
Details regarding the identities of the arrested individuals, the specific charges they face, or the victim of the 2019 homicide were not immediately available. Law enforcement officials indicated that the investigation into the cold case is ongoing, and further information will be released as it becomes pertinent to the legal proceedings.
Cold cases are defined as investigations that have been inactive or stalled due to a lack of leads or suspects. Reopening and resolving these cases often relies on advancements in forensic technology, new witness testimonies, or the re-examination of existing evidence.
The Wichita Police Department has not provided a timeline for when additional details about the case or the arrests will be made public. The announcement represents a step forward in bringing closure to the case that has remained open for several years.
The specific circumstances surrounding the original homicide from 2019 were not disclosed in the initial report. Information concerning the method of arrest or the location of the arrests was also not provided.
The police department has a dedicated unit that reviews cold cases periodically, employing various strategies to pursue unresolved investigations. The success in apprehending suspects in this instance highlights the department’s commitment to these long-term investigations.
Further updates are expected as the legal process unfolds.
Story summarized from the original created by pmeister@kake.com (KAKE News) on www.kake.com, see more information here.
Media gallery
