Topeka police shoot man during confrontation

Late Friday, a Topeka police officer shot and critically wounded a man who allegedly displayed a firearm after fleeing on foot during a traffic stop near S.W. 21st and Buchanan. The officer involved has been placed on paid administrative leave, and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation is conducting an inquiry into the incident. The wounded man was transported to a hospital, while no other injuries were reported. Multiple news outlets confirmed the shooting occurred around 9 p.m., and a firearm was recovered at the scene. The Topeka Police Department is actively investigating the situation, with further updates anticipated as more information becomes available.