Apr 28, 2021

After 9 weeks, search continues for suspect in murder of Kan. woman

Posted Apr 28, 2021 9:00 AM
Hull photo Saline Co.
Hull photo Saline Co.

SALINA—Law enforcement authorities investigating the murder of a woman in Salina continue their search for a suspect identified as as 35-year-old Nelson Gerrod Hull.

He is wanted for the February 23 shooting death of 36-year-old Courtney Ann Hoffman.  The Saline County District Court issued an arrest warrant for Hull for murder in the first degree.

Hull is described as a black male, 6-foot-3, 200 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. A tattoo on the right side of his neck is "Mi Familia."

Police on the scene of the investigation Tuesday in Salina. photo courtesy KWCH
Police on the scene of the investigation Tuesday in Salina. photo courtesy KWCH

On Monday, police reported the arrest of Clarence Darnyl Brown, 34, of Salina, in connection with the case. Brown is being held on requested charges of Aiding and abetting first degree murder, Criminal solicitation and Interference with law enforcement.

Clarence Brown -photo Saline County
Clarence Brown -photo Saline County

Just after 11:30a.m. on February 23, police responded to the 700 block of North Fourth Street in Salina for a report of the sound of gunfire and someone screaming, according to a media release.

Upon arrival, Salina Police Officers located a woman identified as Hoffman inside a vehicle at 731 N. 4th Street. She had a gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased by Salina Fire Department EMS personnel.

Police say Hull should be considered armed and dangerous. They encourage anyone with information on Hull's current location to contact 911 immediately.