By NATE KING
Salina Post
A Salina man wanted in connection with a high-speed pursuit, burglary and vehicle theft in Saline County was taken into custody Monday morning after a foot chase and K-9-assisted search.
On November 13, 2024, the Saline County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the 4900 block of East North Street for reports of a burglary and vehicle theft. The suspect reportedly entered the residence and a shed, stealing a Walther PP22 handgun and a white 1991 Jeep Renegade. Authorities suspected the crime was linked to an earlier Salina Police Department (SPD) pursuit that morning.
The SPD pursuit began at 1:30 a.m. Wednesday when SPD officers attempted to stop a white 2005 Nissan Maxima for speeding in the 400 block of North Santa Fe. The driver fled at speeds of up to 100 mph, running stop signs, and abandoned the vehicle in the 700 block of North Cunningham before fleeing on foot. The vehicle was later connected to the burglary, just a quarter mile from where the suspect was last seen.
Over the weekend, the stolen Jeep Renegade was recovered in Ottawa County. Although the vehicle was undamaged, several personal items were missing, including a camouflage jacket, binoculars, a subwoofer, and the vehicle’s license plate tags. The Jeep has since been returned to its owner, but the Walther PP22 handgun remains missing.
On Monday, November 18, an SPD officer observed an unidentified white vehicle in the 500 block of East Elm Street.
"The vehicle began accelerating away from him [the officer] and then did not stop when exiting an alley," said Salina Police Captain James Feldman. "The officer attempted to make a traffic stop on the vehicle, but it did not stop. As the vehicle neared Ash Street, the passenger exited it as it was still moving. The officer identified the subject as Daniel Lee Burd, 24, of Salina. The officer was aware Burd had active warrants."
Burd fled on foot.
With the help of a Saline County Sheriff’s Office K-9, Officers found him hiding under a trailer in the 200 block of North Oakdale. Burd was arrested without incident. During the arrest, officers found more than 15 grams of suspected methamphetamine in Burd’s possession.
Feldman declined to provide additional information connecting the Nov. 13 pursuit and burglary and Burd's arrest. When asked how SPD determined that Burd was allegedly responsible for the pursuit and subsequent burglary, Feldman said, "We will not be releasing that information."
Requested charges include:
Possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute
Possession of methamphetamine
Possession of drug paraphernalia
No Kansas Drug Tax Stamp
Felony obstruction
Felony flee and elude in connection with the November 13 pursuit
Salina Post will update this as more information becomes available.
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By SALINA POST
On November 13, 2024, Saline County Sheriff's deputies responded to the 4900 block of East North Street in Saline County following reports of a burglary and vehicle theft. Deputies believe that the suspect(s) entered the residence and an outbuilding on the property during the morning hours. Stolen items included a Walther PP22 handgun and a white 1991 Jeep Renegade with a black top.
Over the weekend, the stolen Jeep was recovered in Ottawa County. Ottawa County Sheriff Russ Thornton said the vehicle was found on 30th Road between Frontier and Evergreen Roads. Thornton said no damage was reported to the Jeep, but several personal items were missing, including a camouflage jacket, binoculars, a subwoofer, and the vehicle’s license plate tags.
According to Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan, the Jeep was returned to its owner. The Walther PP22 handgun remains missing.
If you have information about this incident, please get in touch with Crimestoppers at 785-825-TIPS.
You can also text SATIPS to CRIMES (274637) or submit a web tip at www.pd.salina.org by following the Crimestoppers link. You could receive a cash reward of up to $1,000, and you are not required to provide your name.
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Crimestoppers
On November 13, 2024, deputies responded to the 4900 block of East North Street in Saline County following reports of a burglary and vehicle theft.
Authorities believe that sometime during the morning hours, suspect(s) entered a residence and an outbuilding on the property. Stolen items included a Walther PP22 handgun and a white 1991 Jeep Renegade with a black top. The total estimated loss exceeds $5,300.
If you have information about this incident, please contact Crimestoppers at 785-825-TIPS.
You can also text SATIPS to CRIMES (274637) or submit a web tip at www.pd.salina.org by following the Crimestoppers link. You could receive a cash reward of up to $1,000 and you are not required to provide your name.