SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple charges after a standoff at a home.
Just after 1:30pm Jan. 18, police responded to 705 NE Kellam Avenue in Topeka after report of someone possibly trying to break into a garage, according to Lt. Michael Hren.
Officers made contact with 46-year-old Timothy N Evertson who began throwing rocks and knives at officers on scene. The Topeka Police Response Team and Crisis Negotiators responded to the scene and communicated with Evertson.
Just before 10p.m. police took Evertson into custody. He was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and then booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Aggravated Burglary, Aggravated Assault of a Law Enforcement Officer, Stalking, Criminal Damage to Property, Violation of a Protective Order, Criminal Trespass, Interference with Law Enforcement Officer and Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer