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11/20/2024
For Immediate Release
Contact: Sergeant Kirt Nichols, Jr.
Phone: 785-460-4570
This Thanksgiving Holiday, make sure to buckle up, Kansans. If you don’t make occupant protection a habit now start a new tradition!
Beginning November 21st through December 1st, 2024, the Thomas County Sheriff’s Office will join many other law enforcement agencies across the state, including the Kansas Highway Patrol, in the Kansas *THANKGIVING SAFE ARRIVAL traffic enforcement campaign. Although all Kansas Traffic Laws will be enforced, this extra provision will be actively enforcing our occupant protection laws.
The Thomas County Sheriff’s Office will also provide education that serves as a reminder that BUCKLING UP SAVES LIVES.
Don’t be a turkey 🦃 , buckle up, every trip, every time. Its your best defense in case of crash. Do it, if not for you, do it for them.
*Supported by a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)
UPDATE on Missing Person Search for Eric
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Eric has been found. Unfortunately, he was deceased. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the community for your support and efforts in helping search for Eric. Your dedication and kindness have been a great comfort to those affected by this tragedy.
Thank you for your continued thoughts and support.
MISSING PERSON ALERT
The Thomas County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Eric Jurek who was last seen on November 18, 2024, in the Colby area. Eric is described as a 36-year-old male, about 5’10, 190 pounds, blue eyes and brown hair. The vehicle that Eric was last seen in was a 1994 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer with a Kansas License Plate of 529NHS.
At this time, we are concerned for their well-being and urge anyone with information regarding their whereabouts to contact the Thomas County Sheriff’s Office 785-460-4570 immediately.
If you have seen Eric or have any relevant information, please come forward. Your help is crucial in ensuring their safe return.
We appreciate your cooperation and support in this matter.
Thank you for your help,
Thomas County Sheriff’s Office
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⛔ UPDATE: WESTBOUND I-70 NOW CLOSED AT COLBY because of ongoing winter wx conditions in Colorado and limited truck parking and accommodations in NWKS. Motorists should plan for a long-term closure. Check kandrive.gov for updates. #KnowBeforeYouGo #kswx
Westbound I-70 and U24 are now closed at Colby, eastbound still open. Check kandrive.gov for further closures.
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