Investigation Continues in Arrest of Law Enforcement Officer

February 25, 2015 3:22 pm

Updated: August 9, 2022 3:42 pm

William Burke was arrested Tuesday morning under suspicion of domestic battery, aggravated battery, aggravated assault, kidnapping and criminal threat after a report was made Monday night to the Lawrence Police Department.  The District Attorney’s office was briefed Wednesday morning by law enforcement investigators, who provided the currently available reports in this case.  Because of the ongoing investigation it was determined additional information was necessary before criminal charges could be considered.   The District Attorney’s office will make a charging decision once a completed investigation has been provided.

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