The following summary of calls for service/reports filed by the Riley County Police Department is a portion of those received by police. Some names, addresses, and case details are withheld to follow local, state, and federal law as well as in an attempt to protect community members from being victimized further. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
MANHATTAN, KAN. –
Officers filed a report for attempted first-degree murder in the 400 block of S. Juliette Ave. in Manhattan on June 22, 2021, at approximately 2:58 p.m. Officers listed a 38-year-old female as the victim when it was reported a 23-year-old male suspect known to the victim shot her multiple times. We are attempting to locate Jamie Smith, 23, of Manhattan regarding the shooting. Smith may be armed, please do not attempt to apprehend. Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
Officers filed a report for theft in the 500 block of Rio Honda Way in Manhattan on June 22, 2021, at approximately 6:50 p.m. Officers listed a 24-year-old male as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect stole his black and gold Aventon Level Commander electric bicycle. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,600. Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
Officers filed a report for criminal discharge of a firearm and criminal damage to property near the intersection of Hunting Ave. and Canfield Dr. in Manhattan on June 23, 2021, at approximately 1:03 a.m. Officers listed 38- and 52-year-old females as the victims when it was reported an unknown suspect shot a gun, hitting a house. No injuries were reported. Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.