Crime & Courts

Two men arrested in connection with Kansas man’s body found earlier this month

Police arrested two men in connection with the death of 40-year-old Jason Latham of Salina, whose body was found earlier this month.
Police arrested two men in connection with the death of 40-year-old Jason Latham of Salina, whose body was found earlier this month. Saline County Sheriff's Office

Salina police have arrested two men in connection with the death of a man whose body was found earlier this month.

Johnathon Mullen, 36, of Salina was arrested on suspicion of first degree murder and Kelly Luthi, 39, of Salina was arrested on suspicion of first degree murder and aiding and abetting, a Salina police news release read.

The body of 40-year-old Jason Latham of Salina was found on May 8. He had been dead for several days, according to previous Eagle reporting.

All three men knew each other, Salina police Sgt. Kyle Tonniges said in an email.

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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