MONTGOMERY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after a standoff at a rural Kansas residence.
Just before noon March 7, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from a concerned citizen residing north and east of Caney, Kansas, according to Sheriff Ron Wade.
The caller reported a suspected burglary after discovering the door to their home had been forcibly opened while they were away. The homeowner retreated and promptly notified law enforcement. Deputies, alongside the Kansas Highway Patrol, responded to the scene.
Upon arrival, law enforcement observed a man within the residence attempting to evade detection by closing blinds. Despite verbal commands to surrender, the suspect, later identified as 37-year-old Andrew F. Cook of Coffeyville, Kansas, refused to comply.
Following an hour-long negotiation Cook eventually exited the residence but persisted in defying law enforcement orders. To ensure a peaceful resolution, deputies utilized less-lethal methods to secure Cook's compliance. He was safely taken into custody without further incident and booked on requested charges including Burglary, attempted theft, interference with law enforcement, and criminal damage.
The case is now under review by the Montgomery County Attorney’s Office for proper charging.