TPD units at West Topeka home part of drive-by investigation

Victor Fuentes, 18, was taken into custody for criminal threat, criminal use of weapon,...
Victor Fuentes, 18, was taken into custody for criminal threat, criminal use of weapon, aggravated assault, criminal discharge of a firearm, interference with law enforcement, criminal possession of a weapon as a felon, and failing to report an accident with an unattended vehicle.(Shawnee County Jail)
Published: Jan. 27, 2023 at 4:51 PM CST
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TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka Police say officers at a West Topeka home Friday were investigating a drive-by shooting.

Several units, including SWAT vehicles, were at a home in the 1700 block of SW Amhurst Rd. around 2 p.m. The Topeka Police Department says they searched that home, as well as others in the 5600 block of SW 15th St., 1700 block of Fairmont Rd., 1600 block of Oakley Ave., and the 2400 block of Burnett Rd.

Three suspects were arrested as a result of the investigation. Victor Fuentes, 18, was taken into custody for criminal threat, criminal use of weapon, aggravated assault, criminal discharge of a firearm, interference with law enforcement, criminal possession of a weapon as a felon, and failing to report an accident with an unattended vehicle. Two juveniles were also booked on similar charges.

TPD says the shooting only caused property damage. The investigation continues.