GORHAM-The suspect wanted in the Russell County manhunt has been captured after wrecking a stolen vehicle on Interstate 70.

According to the Kansas Highway Patrol the suspect took an SUV from Gorham an attempted to flee from authorities. The suspect led authorities on a pursuit westbound; driving in both the east and west bound lanes for approximately 10 miles.

Trooper Tod Hileman, with the KHP said the suspect attempted to avoid stopsticks in the middle of the roadway and drove in the median before crashing onto the roadway below.  He was transported to Hays Medical Center.

No additional details have been released.

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GORHAM–Law enforcement officials are still in Gorham, according to Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Tod Hileman of Hays.

“We are looking for a light skin black male, 6’1″ and stocky build. The suspect is also possibly armed. If you have info please call 911 and report it,” Hileman said.

The town of Gorham and schools in Russell are on lockdown at the request of the Russell County Sheriff’s office.

The incident began before six this morning as a vehicle chase on Interstate 70 westbound, resulting in a crash near the Gorham exit in western Russell County.

Reports from the scene indicate the suspect is now on foot.

 

GORHAM — Multiple law enforcement officials were in the process of a manhunt in western Russell County on Thursday morning near Gorham.

The incident began as a vehicle chase on Interstate 70 westbound.

Reports from the scene indicate police are searching the Gorham area for the suspect, who is now on foot.

Check Great Bend Post for additional details as they become available.