Police are investigating over $500 worth of theft reported at the Manhattan Target store over the weekend. The Riley County Police Department says the retailer reported an unknown woman stole multiple clothing items and Blu-ray discs by hiding them in a personal bag while in a dressing room before walking out of the store. The incident was reported Friday evening. The estimated total loss was approximately $515. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers.
Author: KMAN Staff
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Officers filed a report for theft in the 800 block of Commons Pl. in Manhattan on June 16, 2023, around 5:00 p.m. Target was listed as the victim when it was reported an unknown woman stole multiple clothing items and Blu-ray discs by hiding them in a personal bag while in a dressing room before walking out of the store. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $515. Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Officers…
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The Riley County Law Board will formally adopt the Riley County Police Department’s 2024 budget during Tuesday’s meeting. Last month, the board approved for publication RCPD’s 26.9 million dollar budget request, a nearly 2 million dollar increase from last year’s approved budget. RCPD initially requested, back in April, a 27.2 million dollar budget which included the implementation of 50% of their remaining salary survey and an 8% cost of living adjustment (COLA). RCPD said both increases were needed to remain competitive in the job market. The department returned last month with a 6.5% COLA, receiving approval in a 5-2 vote.…
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TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Letters containing suspicious white powder have been sent to lawmakers and other public officials across Kansas, officials announced Friday. No injuries have been reported, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. It had counted more than 30 letters as of late Friday afternoon. The news release didn’t provide details about the consistency of the white powder. In emails sent to legislators and obtained by The Topeka Capital-Journal, Tom Day, director of Legislative Administrative Services, said the Kansas Highway Patrol had informed his office of the letters, which contain a return address of either Kansas City or Topeka.…