Bates County News

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Nevada Police Arrest Man for Burglary Attempt

 Monday night, February 9th, Nevada Police officers were called to investigate a possible burglary attempt at a business.

Officers arrived on the scene and located a subject on the property.  Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the subject was in possession of tools and had attempted to make entry into two businesses.

Nevada Officers were able to take the subject into custody. During their investigation, they also discovered the subject was wanted out of Kansas for similar offenses and was in possession of suspected methamphetamine.

The subject is now being held in the Vernon County Jail. The investigation will be submitted to the Vernon County Prosecutor's Office for review of formal charges.

Great work by Sergeant Lester, Corporal Francis, and Officer Vantellman for their response in this investigation!



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