Man reports being held hostage and blocked from children, Winfield KS


A man reports that his wife is not allowing him to see their children and is withholding access to phone account information. He is concerned for the children's safety and says he and the children are being held hostage. He identifies as the primary caretaker, has been homeless recently, and is currently staying in a driveway. He is requesting help.
Audio|Source: Cowley County Law Enforcement
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Transcript:
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Respond to near E 10th Ave.
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I just spoke with a disgruntled (name withheld) on 9-1-1-1.
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He was talking about his wife will not let him see his kids.
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He is scared what she will do to the kids.
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He says he is the primary caretaker and is being held hostage.
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She won't let him have the phone company log-in information to pay for his phone.
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His phone will get shut off tomorrow.
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He says he is being held hostage along with the kids.
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But he is trying really hard and he has been homeless, currently staying in the driveway where he lives.
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He needs help.
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1.102 Easton.
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Near E 10th Ave, Winfield, KS 67156
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