Attempted Murder Charge Dropped in Salina Shooting Incident

Jun 11, 2024

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The attempted murder charge against a man arrested for allegedly shooting his wife in Salina has been dropped after authorities concluded that the woman’s wound was self-inflicted.

Incident Details

The shooting occurred on the night of Sunday, May 26, in rural Saline County. Deputies responded to a report of a woman claiming to have been shot by her husband. Upon arrival, they found a 43-year-old woman with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. Her husband, 60-year-old Timothy Lecklider, was arrested at the scene.

Developments

Following an interview with the victim and further evidence analysis, investigators determined that Lecklider was not a suspect. Consequently, he was released from custody on Monday.

Conclusion of Investigation

Authorities believe that the woman’s injury was self-inflicted, although no updates on her condition were provided. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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