A Wichita Police Department officer is preparing to start chemotherapy and radiation treatments after being diagnosed with rectal cancer, stepping away from his duties as he begins care. Officer Andy Walker, who has served with the Wichita Police Department for six years, said the diagnosis came after he initially sought treatment for stomach issues.
As he moves into treatment, Walker has drawn strength from support he has received from fellow officers and from the broader community. FOX Kansas News at 9 reported on Walker’s diagnosis and his plans for recovery, including how the outpouring of help has affected his outlook while he prepares for treatment.