Officers filed a report for theft by deception at approximately 5:22 p.m. on Oct. 19, 2026 in the 1100 block of Westloop Place. A 79-year-old female was listed as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect scammed the victim into purchasing gift cards at multiple stores. The total estimated loss associated with this case is approximately $3,000. Anyone with information, 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 up to $1,000.
Officers filed a report of rape at approximately 4:23 p.m. on Oct. 19 in Manhattan. A 21-year-old female was listed as the victim. A 22-year-old male, known to the victim, was listed as the suspect. Due to the nature of this crime, no further information will be released at this time.
Officers filed a report for aggravated child endangerment, domestic battery and battery at approximately 1:38 p.m. on Oct. 19 in Manhattan. A 23-year-old female and a 7-month-old female were listed as the victims. A known 23-year-old male was listed as the suspect. Tylor Blake Blevins, 23, of Manhattan, was arrested at approximately 2:15 p.m. on Oct. 19 for aggravated child endangerment, domestic battery, and battery. Blevins was issued a total bond of $30,000 and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report.
Officers filed a report of forgery and theft of property or services at approximately 10:37 a.m. on Oct. 19 in the 1500 block of Westwind Drive. An 81-year-old female was listed as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect forged checks against her account. The total estimated loss associated with this case is approximately $9,325. Anyone with information, 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 up to $1,000.
