UPDATE: KBI and KHP involved in officer-involved shooting in Salina

SALINA, Kan.– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) released an update on the officer-involved shooting incident that occurred Friday, Oct. 9 in Salina. 

Both men who sustained injuries during the shooting were transported by EMS to the Salina Regional Health Center. Kalun Purucker, 29, of Topeka, Kan., died from his injuries on Oct. 9 at the hospital.

The other injured subject is a 20-year-old male from Lindsborg, Kan. He remains hospitalized but is now stable with non-life threatening injuries. He will not be named unless, or until, he is arrested or charged with a crime related to this incident. 

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office at 913-782-0720.

Upon conclusion of the investigation, the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office will present findings to the Saline County Attorney for review and determination.