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 theft in the 100 block of E. Poyntz Ave. in Manhattan on October 5, 2021, around 7:01 a.m. Officers listed Solida Tree Service Inc. as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect stole a Stihl chainsaw; a Milwaukee drill, light, angle grinder, and grease gun; and a Dewalt drill and reciprocating saw from the bed of a truck. The total estimated loss associated with this case is approximately $3,140. 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 100 block of Bluemont Ave. in Manhattan on October 5, 2021, around 3:10 p.m. Officers listed Walmart as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect stole two crossbows and shop towels. The total estimated loss associated with this case is approximately $512. 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 400 block of Yuma St. in Manhattan on October 5, 2021, around 3:42 p.m. Officers listed U-Haul as the victim when it was reported a 34-year-old male suspect rented a white 2016 GMC 10-foot cargo truck from the company and did not return it. The total estimated loss associated with this case is approximately $45,000.
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