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Former Deputy Accused of Child Sex Crimes | Topeka News
A former Cass County sheriff’s deputy, 28-year-old Michael Burke, faces life in prison after being charged with first-degree rape, two counts of sodomy, and second-degree child molestation. The case emerged from a May 2025 investigation when a young girl under 12 came forward, alleging abuse while Burke was still employed by the department — a detail that adds chilling context to his crimes. Burke was arrested in August 2025 with a $50,000 bond, and prosecutors say he told the victim they couldn’t tell anyone. As authorities dig deeper, the community watches with horror and urgency as justice…
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