Battery on LEO arrest in Independence, Kansas

The Independence Police Department (IPD) arrested 46-year-old Shane Dru Fockler of Independence on charges of Battery on a law enforcement officer and Interference with a law enforcement officer.

At approximately 12:53 a.m. on January 16th, officers responded to a report of an alleged domestic battery in the 400 block of East Locust.

Officers arrived on scene and learned that Fockler was intoxicated and throwing and breaking items inside the house.

During contact with the reporting party, Fockler opened the front door of the residence and threw a document, striking one of the officers. Officers informed Fockler he was detained. Fockler shut the door on officers and attempted to avoid detainment.

Officers pursued Fockler into the residence where he pushed one of them multiple times. Fockler was not compliant with officers and a physical struggle ensued between officers and Fockler.

Officers subdued Fockler, placed him into custody, and transported him to the police department for processing.

Fockler was later released with a notice to appear in Municipal Court.