Crime & Courts

Sedgwick County jail deputy arrested, accused of domestic assault and criminal threat

Sedgwick County Jail
Sedgwick County Jail The Wichita Eagle

A Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office detention deputy was arrested Monday on suspicion of domestic aggravated assault and criminal threat.

The deputy, a 27-year-old woman, has been employed by the sheriff’s office since June 2021. She is suspended from duty pending the outcome of a criminal investigation, the sheriff’s office said Monday in a news release.

Sedgwick County jail records show that she was booked shortly after 5 p.m. Monday.

“The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office is a professional organization that honors our core values of Integrity, Duty, Ethics, Attitude, Leadership, and Service,” the release said. “The Sheriff’s Office takes pride in demonstrating these values on a daily basis. Every alleged complaint is taken seriously and is investigated thoroughly.”

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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