Crime & Courts

Shooting in Wellington leaves man, 36, dead Saturday; man taken into custody: police

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The Wellington Police Department arrested a man following a shooting that left a 36-year-old man dead on Saturday, according to new release from Wellington Police.

Officers responded to a reported shooting call in the 1200 block of East Harvey. They entered a home and found the 36-year-old man who had been shot in his upper chest. He died at the scene, the release read.

A 66-year-old man was arrested at the scene and booked into Sumner County detention facility “pending formal charges,” the release says.

At this time, the relationship between both men and what led up to the shooting is unknown.

Eduardo Castillo
The Wichita Eagle
Eduardo covers crime and breaking news for The Wichita Eagle. His previous work experience includes stints at KWCH 12 Eyewitness News, the local CBS affiliate in Wichita, and as a marketing manager for a local real estate team. In addition to writing, Eduardo also enjoys still photography and cinematography. News tips? email at Edcastillo@wichitaeagle.com or call 316-268-6213.
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