On Monday, July 25, 2022, at approximately 05:46 am, officers of the Liberal Police Department, were dispatched to Starlight Liquor, 630 N Kansas, regarding damage to a door. Upon arrival, officers located a large cement brick that had been thrown through the front glass door. While reviewing surveillance video with management, officers observed a white male throw the cement brick through the window and steal several items from the store.
Officers were able to identify 32-year-old Brian Rine as the person who broke into the business. He was arrested and charged with Commercial Burglary, Theft, Criminal Damage, and Interference with Law Enforcement.
Anyone with additional information about this incident is asked to call Detective Romesburg at 620-626-0140.
