Crime & Courts

Police arrest Wichita man, 28, after driver flees from accident at I-235 and Kellogg

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Wichita police arrested a man in connection with a hit-and-run accident that happened early Sunday on Kellogg.

Rakim Dean, 28, of Wichita was booked into the Sedgwick County Jail on suspicion of two counts of aggravated battery, battery and failure to stop at an accident, police spokesperson Kristopher Gupilan said in a news release.

The crash was reported around 1:46 a.m. in the area of Kellogg and I-235. Officers found a Jeep SUV that had been involved in a crash with a Dodge Challenger, the release read.

The occupants in the Jeep were taken to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Witnesses told police that the driver of the Challenger had fled before officers arrived.

Police were able to find Dean and interviewed him. Detectives learned that speed was a factor in the crash.

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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