Aug 16, 2024

Kansas couple led police on chase in reported stolen truck

Posted Aug 16, 2024 12:00 AM
Palmer photo Reno Co.
Palmer photo Reno Co.

RENO COUNTY — Two people were arrested following a Wednesday chase in Reno County.

On Wednesday, the Reno County Sheriff’s Office was informed that a victim of a previous theft had spotted the suspect in Pretty Prairie. The Sheriff’s Office responded to the area and found Brian Palmer and Krystal Estes leaving a residence.

Estes has previous  two previous drug convictions, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections
Estes has previous  two previous drug convictions, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections

The pair were in a Brown Chevy truck with a flat bed. Deputies attempted to stop the truck, but it fled the area. After a lengthy chase, the Brown Chevy came to a stop and both Brian and Krystal attempted to run. Neither were successful and were apprehended. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the Brown Chevy truck had been stolen in Stafford County.

Estes was arrested on a requested charge of Possession of the stolen truck and Interference.

Palmer was arrested on requested charges of Flee and Elude, Possession of the truck, Possession of Meth, Criminal Damage and several out of County Warrants. In addition, Palmer was also arrested for several other crimes that occurred over the last several months. These charges include 2 burglaries, Felony Theft and Trespassing.