Dec 17, 2025

Kansas sheriff's deputy is out of jail after arrest

Posted Dec 17, 2025 12:00 PM
Swanson photo Shawnee County
Swanson photo Shawnee County

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a Kansas sheriff's deputy for alleged crimes. 

Just before 2a.m. Monday, 34-year-old Shawn Swanson was booked in the Shawnee County jail on a requested charge of  Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship, according to online jail records.

Just before 11a.m. Monday he met the requirement of a $1,000 bond and is no longer in custody.  He has been placed on administrative leave, according to the sheriff's department.

The Topeka Police Department is in charge of the investigation.