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Behavioral Health Unit Could Change Everything | Topeka News
Shawnee County is rolling out a bold new behavioral health unit, spearheaded by District Attorney Mike Kagay, who sees it as a game-changer for breaking the cycle of crime and addiction. Too many people end up in jail not because they’re dangerous, but because they’re struggling with untreated mental illness or substance abuse — and this unit aims to intervene early, connecting them with real support instead of punishment. With new state laws targeting repeat offenders, this initiative offers a compassionate, root-cause solution: helping people heal so they can thrive — not just survive…
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