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Mar 27, 2026

Sheriff: Kansas man exited truck, began shooting at people and vehicles

Posted Mar 27, 2026 1:30 AM
Sheriff's deputies on the scene Wednesday -photo courtesy WIBW TV
Sheriff's deputies on the scene Wednesday -photo courtesy WIBW TV

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest in Shawnee County.

Askew photo Shawnee County
Askew photo Shawnee County

Just before 4:30p.m. Wednesday, a man with a truck and trailer pulled across the roadway at the corner of SW Greenview Drive and SW Westview Road, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. The man, later identified as 47-year-old Alan J. Askew of Berryton exited the vehicle, and began shooting a firearm at people and vehicles.

Deputies responded to the scene and took Askew into custody.

 One victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Other victims may have fled the scene, according to Christian. 

Askew is being held on requested of charges of  Aggravated assault; use of a deadly weapon; Aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer; Criminal discharge of a firearm; occupied vehicle with great bodily harm; Aggravated battery; knowingly use a weapon to cause great bodily harm/disfigure/death; Possession of a firearm while under the influence of alcohol or drugs; Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs; Parking, standing, or stopping in a prohibited area

The sheriff's office is attempting to locate any potential victims. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shawnee County Sheriff's Office immediately (785-251-2200).

If you have additional information, or you witnessed this incident, or you have video of this incident, please contact our Criminal Investigations Division (785-251-2200 |DetectiveLeads@snco.us).