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Joshua J. Wardi

Case from Manhattan, KS dated Feb 05, 2022

Victim Details

Joshua J. Wardi

Male

Black / African American

Manhattan

KS

2022-02-05

21

Joshua

J. Wardi

07/08/2026

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In the early morning hours of February 5, 2022, a promising life was cut tragically short in the Aggieville district of Manhattan, Kansas. Joshua J. Wardi, a 21-year-old Black male and a soldier stationed at the nearby Fort Riley, was fatally shot following a dispute. Originally from Manhattan and an alumnus of Taft High School in San Antonio, Texas, Wardi was known for his cheerful spirit and engaging personality. Having recently returned from service in Afghanistan, he was with a group of frie ...
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  • https://www.wibw.com: Suspect in Aggieville homicide remains in custody on $1.5M bond
  • The Mercury: RCPD cited suspect for underage drinking minutes before Aggieville shooting death
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    I've been thinking a lot about the role of Aggieville in this tragedy. It's such a vibrant place, wh... ...Read More
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