JOHNSON COUNTY—From Dec. 6-10, police conducted a special operation to combat retail thefts in Lenexa, according to a media release.
This operation comprised personnel from our various units including the K9 Unit, Bike Unit, Directed Patrol Unit, Uniform Patrol, and Communications. These individuals worked to saturate the high-density shopping areas around W. 95th Street and Quivira.
As a result of this operation, 20 individuals were arrested. The requsted charges included theft, felony theft, possession of stolen property, distribution of narcotics, and possession of narcotics. Police also recovered 3 firearms and recovered nearly $8000 in stolen property.