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Aug 08, 2026

Police: Toddler found unresponsive in Kan. home used for drug sales

Posted Aug 08, 2026 1:00 AM
Police on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH
Police on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy KWCH

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating the circumstances at a home used for possible drug sales in Wichita.

Just before 3p.m. Friday, police responded to the 100 block of East Shadyside Avenue in Wichita to assist EMS with a report of an unresponsive 2-year-old child, according to Wichita Police spokesman Andrew Ford.

The child was transported in critical condition by EMS to a local hospital.

While inside the residence, officers observed evidence consistent with distribution of dangerous drugs. Due to the dangerous nature of the substance the department’s Bomb Squad responded to the scene and remains on scene conducting its investigation.

Two other children who were inside the residence were placed into police protective custody.

Investigators were conducting interviews and working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.