On May 5th, 2024, Wichita, Kansas was hit by a ransomware attack causing a shutdown of select systems.

The city's IT administrators are actively working to contain the malware and prevent further damage.

Essential services have been disrupted temporarily due to proactive measures to combat the malware.

External security experts and law enforcement are involved in the investigation and response effort.

The extent of any data breach remains uncertain, and details on the ransomware type and perpetrators are withheld.

Residents are urged to check the city's official website for ongoing updates and information about the attack.