Former Liberal, Kansas, city manager Rusty Varnado arrested for rape and sexual battery charges.

Russell "Rusty" Varnado, the former city manager of Liberal, Kansas, was arrested on November 19 and charged with rape, sexual battery, and lewd and lascivious acts. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation began investigating after allegations surfaced in August. The alleged crimes occurred between March and August 2024. Varnado was fired in September following the accusations and is currently in Seward County Jail. His next court appearance is scheduled for December 2.

November 21, 2024
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