Full Notification

On Friday, June 15th, around 10:30 p.m. an officer with the Tonkawa Police Department initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Ronald Dean Minix, age 70. Tonkawa Police had been contacted by Kansas officials and advised Minix had an outstanding no bond warrant for stalking and was possibly in Tonkawa. Kansas officials also advised Minix was possibly armed with a handgun. The traffic stop occurred near Highway 60 and I-35. Minix produced a firearm and put it to his own head. The Tonkawa officer fired his handgun, striking Minix in his hand. Minix was transported from the scene for medical treatment. Tonkawa Police requested OSBI investigate the incident. OSBI agent spent the night conducting a crime scene investigation and interviews. Once the OSBI’s comprehensive report is completed, it will be turned over to the Kay County District Attorney’s Office. The OSBI does not release names of officers involved in shootings unless they are charged with a crime.