The KBI says their investigation into the Marion County Record is ongoing, but will continue without the use of evidence seized in a police raid on August 11.
A local restaurant owner had claimed someone with the newspaper illegally accessed her drivers license records. This led to claims of identity theft and unlawful acts concerning computers.
Law enforcement are working to get seized items returned to their owners. A full statement from the KBI can be found below. Also included is a statement from the Marion County Attorney’s Office, saying there appears to have been insufficient evidence to support the search and seizure.
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) released an update on the criminal investigation occurring in Marion County related to the Marion County Record.
At present time this investigation remains open, however, we have determined in collaboration with the Marion County Attorney, that the investigation will proceed independently, and without review or examination of any of the evidence seized on Friday, Aug. 11.
We will work with the Marion County Record, or their representative, to coordinate the prompt return of all seized items.
Once our investigation concludes we will present findings to the Marion County Attorney for review.
