Shawnee County’s Got Talent (and Warrants): Booking Report Highlights, May 1, 2025

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Chain gang of inmates in jumpsuits walking across a city crosswalk, resembling the Beatles' Abbey Road album cover.
Chain gang of inmates in jumpsuits walking across a city crosswalk, resembling the Beatles' Abbey Road album cover.

From minor oopsies to full-blown felony flair, here’s who made the “Do Not Invite to Brunch” list this week:


Jairus “Too Young for Felonies” Lyles (19 going on 45)

Charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and disorderly conduct — the kind that doesn’t just get you kicked out of Applebee’s, but usually comes with sirens.
Bond: $25,000
Apparently, Gen Z is skipping Tide Pods and heading straight to weapons charges.


Mitt “I Do Crimes in Bulk” Payne (48)

This man woke up and chose burglary, narcotics, property damage, paraphernalia, and no bond — all before curfew.
Vibe: Like a Walmart clearance bin of felonies.


Charlette “Granny Don’t Play” Miller (61)

Charged with child endangerment, battery on a cop, interference, and ignoring lawful orders.
Released same night on $200 bonds.
Some grandmas bake cookies. Charlette throws hands and legal violations.


Octaveon “Animal Cruelty is NOT a Personality” McKnight (28)

Allegedly committed domestic battery, fled from cops, hurt an animal, and is a fugitive from Missouri — because Kansas wasn’t enough.
Bond: None. He’s staying put.
Honestly, this one’s just awful. Someone throw the book and a muzzle at him.


Irie “Felony Cleanup Crew” Merritt (22)

Charged with destroying evidence, marijuana, and paraphernalia.
Bond: $15,000
She allegedly tried to hide felony evidence, which is sort of like cleaning up a crime scene with glitter — it just spreads.


Jamie “Loud, Proud, and On Parole” Kiser (41)

Charged with assaulting an officer, offensive language, open container, and violating parole.
Basically, he turned downtown Topeka into a live-action version of Florida Man Bingo.


Carla “Mystery Woman” Boswell (53)

Charged with battery on law enforcement and held for positive ID — because even the cops were like, “Wait, who is this?”


Honorable Mentions:

  • Darryl Gilford: Domestic battery. Classic.
  • Christopher Griffin & Robert Thomas: Both booked on federal holds. No word yet if it’s aliens or tax evasion.
  • Francisco Estrada-Becerra (78 years old!): Got booked for domestic battery. Grandpa said “till death do us part” and meant it literally.

If you’re dating someone in this list… blink twice.
If you’re related to someone on this list… we’re praying for you.
If you’re on this list… maybe sit this weekend out.

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Jeffery W. Fogg II is a dedicated writer and storyteller with a passion for uncovering compelling narratives and shedding light on the human experience. He has a strong background in research and narrative development, honed through years of crafting stories that connect with diverse audiences. His writing is driven by a desire to engage readers, bring attention to important issues, and contribute to a well-informed community. Drawing on his ability to find depth in everyday moments, Jeffery aims to deliver insightful journalism that resonates with readers and sparks meaningful conversations. Jeffery’s journey as a writer has been shaped by his diverse life experiences and educational background. He holds a B.A. in Religious Studies from the University of Colorado, where he explored cultural narratives and wrote a thesis on rural religious movements in the neo-Rustbelt. His curiosity about human stories led him to pursue a Juris Doctor at Washburn University School of Law, where he deepened his skills in research and advocacy. Through it all, Jeffery’s life has been guided by a commitment to learning, a love for storytelling, and a desire to share authentic voices from all walks of life.
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