Topeka Man Arrested on Warrant for Failure to Appear

Jeremy Richmond faces charges of fleeing, child endangerment, and interfering with police

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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Jeremy Richmond, a 34-year-old Topeka resident, was arrested on February 19, 2026 in Manhattan, Kansas on a Riley County District Court warrant for failure to appear. The warrant stems from original charges of fleeing and eluding, contributing to child misconduct, aggravated endangerment of a child, and interference with a law enforcement officer.

Why it matters

This arrest highlights the importance of holding repeat offenders accountable and ensuring they appear in court as required. Charges related to fleeing police and endangering children are serious and can have significant impacts on public safety in the community.

The details

According to the report, Richmond was arrested around 4:52 pm on February 19th in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road in Manhattan. He was issued a total bond of $20,000 and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of the report.

  • Jeremy Richmond was arrested on February 19, 2026 around 4:52 pm.

The players

Jeremy Richmond

A 34-year-old Topeka resident who was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear on charges including fleeing police and endangering a child.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to allow Richmond to be released on bail at a future court hearing.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the need for accountability and consequences for repeat offenders who fail to appear in court, especially when the original charges involve serious crimes that threaten public safety.