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 700 block of Vattier St. in Manhattan on February 23, 2022, around 8:05 a.m. Officers listed a 22-year-old male as the victim when it was reported his Nintendo Switch and Switch games were stolen. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $715. 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 300 block of N. 5th St. in Manhattan on February 23, 2022, around 11:15 a.m. Officers listed a 28-year-old male as the victim when it was reported his black Schwinn bicycle was stolen. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,030. 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 aggravated assault in the 1400 block of Flint Hills Pl. in Manhattan on February 23, 2022, around 4:14 p.m. Officers listed a 54-year-old female as the victim when it was reported an 11-year-old male suspect threatened her with a knife. The 11-year-old was arrested, processed through juvenile intake, and released to a family member. In compliance with the Kansas Open Records Act, further offender information will not be released.
Officers filed a report for theft in the 11,900 block of Crooked Creek Rd. near Leonardville on February 23, 2022, around 8:15 p.m. Officers listed a 50-year-old male as the victim when it was reported a 23-year-old male suspect stole multiple guns, credit cards, bow and arrows, keys, liquor, and $200 cash. Brandon Welty, 23, of Riley was arrested in connection by the Junction City Police Department for possession of stolen property.
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