Salina Gunpoint Robbery: Arrest Made, Second Suspect Still at Large
A recent development in the Salina gunpoint robbery case has led to the arrest of one suspect, while another remains on the loose. Phyroom Ketkan, a 41-year-old man from Salina, was apprehended by authorities in Sedgwick County following a tip.
The incident took place on September 19th when Ketkan and his accomplice allegedly entered a residence on N. Penn Street. Armed with a shotgun, they demanded money from the residents and posed a serious threat. Tragically, one victim was also stabbed during the ordeal, sustaining non-life-threatening cuts to the head and shoulders.
Although Ketkan is now in custody, the search for the second suspect is still ongoing. Law enforcement is calling on the public for any valuable information that may lead to the identification and capture of the remaining individual involved in the crime.
The charges against Ketkan are expected to include aggravated robbery, aggravated battery, and burglary. These offenses carry severe penalties under the law.
The Salina Police Department and Detective Carswell are actively investigating the case and are encouraging anyone with relevant information to come forward. If you have any details about this incident or can assist in identifying the second suspect, please call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS or reach out to the Salina Police Department directly at (785) 826-7210.
The local community is eagerly awaiting the swift resolution of this alarming case. The arrested suspect’s trial will likely shed more light on the motive behind this brazen act of violence.
