Prosecutor Johnson Announces 20 Felony Charges Against Man Who Planted Explosive Devices

The Kansas City Globe e-Edition

Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson this week announced 20 felony charges against a man who allegedly placed explosive devices in a trash can near the Liberty Memorial last week.

Owen I. Canizales Argueta faces 20 counts of Possession of an Illegal Explosive.* Each count carries a penalty of up to seven years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine.

“Jackson County does not tolerate threats. Not to our…