The Emporia Gazette and law enforcement officials are asking for assistance in locating a wanted person.
Faid Hassan Ashkir is being sought by law enforcement officials on a warrant issued for aggravated battery.
He is a black man, 24 years of age, 5-feet-9-inches tall, 123 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He is known to wear a goatee.
The public should not make any attempt to apprehend or detain the above listed person. If you have information as to the location of the above listed person please call Crime Stoppers at 342-2273 or 1-800 KS Crime (1-800-572-7463) if you wish to remain anonymous. Otherwise, call the Emporia Police Department at 343-4200 or the Lyon County Sheriff Department at 342-5545.