Carbondale, KS – Four law enforcement officers were injured and one suspect was killed Friday morning following a domestic disturbance that led to gunfire in Osage County, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP).
The shooting occurred around 10:24 a.m. on November 15, 2025, when Osage County Sheriff’s deputies and KHP personnel responded to a disturbance at 11222 S. Topeka Avenue, near Carbondale.
According to KHP, gunfire was exchanged during the encounter. Three Osage County deputies and one Kansas Highway Patrol trooper were struck and later transported to Stormont-Vail Regional Health Center in Topeka with non-life-threatening injuries. The trooper was later transferred to KU Medical Center for continued care.
A KHP lieutenant was also involved but was not injured, authorities said. The suspect, identified only as an adult male, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Another man inside the residence was also injured during the incident.
Officials emphasized there is no ongoing threat to the public. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has assumed control of the case, as is standard procedure in officer-involved shootings.
Residents are encouraged to avoid the area while investigators remain on scene. Updates will be provided by the KBI and Kansas Highway Patrol as more information becomes available.
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