On January 25, 2025, at approximately 2:37 PM, officers filed a report in Manhattan regarding a series of serious criminal offenses. The report included charges of domestic battery, criminal threat, aggravated kidnapping, and aggravated impersonation of a law enforcement officer. Jeremy Barker, 45, of Manhattan, was arrested just minutes later at around 2:44 PM. He was taken into custody on probable cause for aggravated false impersonation, domestic battery, aggravated kidnapping, and criminal threat. His bond was set at $150,000, and he was confined at the time of the report. Due to the sensitive nature of the case, no further details…
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Officers filed a report of criminal discharge of a firearm on January 24, 2025, at approximately 11:58 PM in the 1300 block of Laramie Street. Officer report hearing a noise similar to that of a gunshot and upon investigation located evidence of a round being fired by an unknown subject in the parking garage. Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Eva Cleary, 20, of Ogden, was arrested on January 24, 2025, at approximately 8:30 AM in the 100 block of…
A pursuit involving a stolen vehicle in Kiowa County ended in a fatal crash on January 25, 2025. The incident began at 9:03 PM when Kansas Highway Patrol troopers located a stolen 2009 Ford Focus traveling eastbound on US Highway 54. The vehicle was being sought in connection with a homicide investigation in Anderson County. As troopers prepared to initiate a traffic stop, the driver of the Ford, later identified as Jerry Wayne Thompson, pulled over but fled after verbal contact was made. A chase ensued, and the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office successfully deployed stop sticks at milepost 105. The…
By Toby Hammes Manhattan High boys’ basketball salvaged its McPherson Invitational experience with a much-needed 63-61 win over Hutchinson in the seventh-place matchup on Saturday. “What a sweet win, we needed it so bad as a program,” head coach Benji George said. “I’m just miserable when we lose and I know our players are too. They heard some hard truths the last two days, and they responded today. I really liked our togetherness.” The Indians (4-7) trailed by as many as 17 points in the first half but stormed back behind a plethora of offensive production. Manhattan shot 53.6% in…
The 1st Infantry Division from Fort Riley will deploy approximately 200 Soldiers to the southern border as part of a mission to protect and defend the territorial integrity of the United States. The deployment, directed by the President, will support Customs and Border Protection’s efforts at the border. Under the direction of U.S. Northern Command and Joint Task Force North, the 41st Combat Engineer Company-Armored and the 977th Military Police Company will join the 2,500 forces already stationed at the border. These forces are tasked with augmenting ongoing operations to enhance border security. This deployment reflects the continued military support…
Photos by Lewis Marien – Article by Tim Everson After several near misses, the Kansas State men are back in the winner’s circle. A six-game losing streak was snapped Saturday evening as an incredible start by the Wildcats propelled them to a 73-60 win over No. 23 West Virginia, their first victory since a win over Cincinnati to open Big 12 play on Dec. 30. “There’s definitely a weight lift,” head coach Jerome Tang said. “Man, losing sucks, and even though we saw that we were getting better and we were close, that doesn’t satisfy you. But what’s really important…
Recent Incidents: On January 25 and 26, RCPD officers responded to a variety of calls including a theft: Fraud and Larceny: A fraud case was reported at Commerce Bank on Claflin Road, and a pair of larceny incidents took place at Menards on McCall Road in Manhattan, both on January 25. Recent Arrests: Several individuals were arrested by RCPD officers on charges ranging from domestic battery to criminal offenses involving weapons and impersonation: Dashaun Isaac Kareem Edwards (21, Manhattan) was arrested early on January 26 for criminal use of weapons, trespassing, and violating protection orders. He remains in custody at…
Accident Reports Multiple Non-Injury Accidents Reported in Manhattan Riley County Police logged three non-injury vehicle accidents on January 24th and 25th. Incidents occurred at 5th & Pierre, 400 Blk 3rd Pl., and N 11th & Bluemont. Battery Incident Battery Incident Behind Manhattan Apartment Complex Police responded to a reported battery behind 601 Highland Ridge Dr. on January 24th at 5:36 PM. Disorderly Conduct Disorderly Conduct at Riley County Jail An incident of disorderly conduct was reported at Riley County Jail on January 24th at 12:47 PM. Larceny Cases Theft Incidents Reported at Local Businesses Two thefts were reported in Manhattan…
On January 23, 2024, the Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit, with assistance from the Chapman Police Department, executed a search warrant at a residence in the 2500 Block of Nicholson Road in Chapman. The operation was part of an ongoing narcotics investigation. During the search, authorities discovered THC edible products, methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and firearms. Following the investigation, Emma Gomez was arrested and booked into the Dickinson County Detention Facility. She faces multiple charges, including possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine and marijuana within 1,000 feet of a school, unlawful manufacturing of controlled substances, aggravated endangering a…
Two roundabouts are going in on Tuttle Creek Boulevard north of town, with a stretch of the road set to shut down for most of the year starting in April. Kansas Department of Transportation officials on Thursday said work is underway on a roundabout at the junction between Tuttle Creek Boulevard and Kansas Highway 13, which goes over the dam. Meanwhile, construction will start at the intersection of Tuttle Creek Boulevard and Seth Child Road in the coming weeks. Currently, both intersections have stop signs on the roads crossing Tuttle Creek Boulevard, and traffic on Tuttle Creek Boulevard is unimpeded.…