Crime & Courts

Sedgwick County jail deputy arrested, accused of stalking & domestic battery, officials say

Sedgwick County Jail
Sedgwick County Jail

A 20-year-old Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office jail deputy was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of stalking, misdemeanor domestic battery and criminal trespass, a SCSO official said.

Jail records shows the deputy was booked into the jail shortly after 10 p.m. His bond is set at $35,000.

The deputy has been employed with the sheriff’s office since July. He is currently suspended from duty. A criminal case and internal investigation is ongoing, SCSO public information office Branden Stitt said.

The deputy is not being identified because he has not yet been formally charged.

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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