Police Arrest Felon In Rossville

July 28nd, 2019 just after midnight near US 24 Highway and Pearl in Rossville. The on-duty Rossville Officer initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle at a local convenience store. The driver had a suspended license and a warrant out of Douglas County. Further investigation revealed the driver to be in possession of a .380 semi-automatic handgun stolen out of Topeka. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Shawnee County Jail where he was booked in on Felony Theft (possession of a stolen firearm), Driving While Suspended 3rd Offense, Driving While a Habitual Violator, and No Proof of Liability Insurance. The Rossville Police Department wishes to thank the Silver Lake Police Department as well as the on-call District Attorney for their assistance with this incident.