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City officials say two weekend shootings are under investigation; police staffing to increase after cadet graduation
Summary
At a city press conference, the City Manager said two separate shootings over the weekend are under investigation but posed no ongoing threat; he highlighted a cadet class due to graduate Dec. 3 that will raise sworn staffing above 270 and said the increase is part of a strategy linked to falling crime trends.
The City Manager told reporters that two separate shooting incidents over the past weekend are under active investigation by the Topeka Police Department and that "there is no outstanding threat of danger" to the public. He asked residents to remain vigilant during the holiday season and to call 911 if they see concerning activity.
City officials said the department is on track to…
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