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.
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Officers filed a report for theft by deception in the 1200 block of W. Park Grove Dr. in Manhattan on July 2, 2021, around 2:24 p.m. Officers listed a 37-year-old male as the victim when it was reported a 39-year-old male suspect took money for a service he did not provide. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,000.
Officers filed a report for theft in the 400 block of E. Poyntz Ave. in Manhattan on July 2, 2021, around 9:41 p.m. Officers listed Academy Sports as the victim when it was reported two unknown suspects stole three Yeti coolers and Nike clothing. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $950. 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 and criminal damage to property in the 600 block of S. Seth Child Rd. in Manhattan on July 3, 2021, around 2:56 p.m. Officers listed Home Depot as the victim when it was reported a 53-year-old male suspect cut a lock and stole a Catamount pull behind trailer. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1698. The trailer was located by Junction City Police Department and returned to Home Depot.
Officers responded to the report of a medical call in the 400 block of Leavenworth St. in Manhattan on July 3, 2021, around 5:26 p.m. When officers arrived on the scene, they found a deceased 43-year-old male. The investigation is underway and an autopsy is pending. No foul play is suspected at this time.
Officers filed a report for criminal deprivation of property in the 3100 block of Heritage Ct. in Manhattan on July 5, 2021, around 1:06 p.m. Officers listed a 53-year-old male as the victim when it was reported a 34-year-old female did not return a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox after the victim let her borrow it. 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 theft in the 500 block of McCall Rd. in Manhattan on July 5, 2021, around 1:54 p.m. Officers listed Menards as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect stole a Swann security camera and a portable air conditioner. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $644.38. 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 arson near the intersection of N. 5th St. and Humboldt St. in Manhattan on July 6, 2021, around 2:11 a.m. Officers listed Howie’s Recycling and Trash Service as the victim when it was reported a 39-year-old male suspect threw a firecracker into a dumpster causing it to catch on fire. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,500.
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