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Wathena man charged in pursuit

By Greg Bebermeyer

07/18/2024

Credit: Doniphan Co Sheriff's Office

(KNZA)--A Wathena man, accused of leading police on a pursuit last week, is facing multiple charges.

According to court documents, a criminal complaint has been filed in Doniphan County District Court charging 46-year-old Walter Kerns with eight counts stemming from the July 10 incident.

Kerns has been charged with felony counts of aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, criminal damage to property and possession of methamphetamine.

In addition, Kerns faces misdemeanor counts of criminal restraint, reckless driving and possession of drug paraphernalia.

According to the criminal complaint, Kerns is accused of striking a Wathena Police Officer's vehicle during the pursuit, causing damage to the vehicle.

A preliminary hearing in the case has been set for July 23.

Kerns remains in the Doniphan County Jail, held on a $125,000 bond.

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