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Posted on: January 31, 2025

RCPD Executes Search Warrant at CBD American Shaman in Manhattan; Arrest Made

On January 30, 2025, the Riley County Police Department (RCPD) executed a search warrant at CBD American Shaman, in the 700 block of N. 11th Street in Manhattan, Kansas.

The warrant was issued as part of an ongoing investigation into the distribution of products containing THC levels exceeding the legal limit under the Kansas Industrial Hemp Act.

Donald Ince, 46, of Manhattan, was arrested at approximately 10:08 …

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Posted on: January 29, 2025

Arrest Made in Connection with December Shooting

Clayson Joyce, 22, of Manhattan was arrested on January 28, 2025, at approximately 8:25 PM in the 400 block of N Main Street in Riley, Kansas.

The arrest is connected to a shooting that occurred on December 1, 2024, at approximately 5:47 a.m. in the 1800 block of Claflin Road. During the incident, three (3) individuals sustained gunshot injuries.

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Posted on: January 28, 2025

Law Enforcement Seeks Potential Witness in 2018 Aggravated Battery Case

The Riley County Police Department is renewing its appeal for information regarding a potential witness in connection with an aggravated battery that occurred on Thursday, May 31, 2018, at approximately 1:00 PM.

A 15-year-old girl was attacked and beaten in the head with an object resembling a bat or pipe.

During the initial investigation, Officer Deutsch interviewed a man near the intersection of the Linear Trail and Pecan Circle, in the vicinity of wha…

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Posted on: January 16, 2025

RCPD Conducts Search Warrant That Leads to Arrest

On January 15, 2025, officers with the Riley County Police Department (RCPD) conducted a search warrant in the 2000 block of College Heights Road as part of the investigation into the shootings that occurred in November/December 2024.

The search warrant led to the arrest of Jessica Miller, 42, of Manhattan, on multiple probable cause offenses, including:

• Perjury (Testify to statement as per KSA 53-601) – 10 counts

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Posted on: December 1, 2024

RCPD Investigates Linked Overnight Shootings in Manhattan

The Riley County Police Department is actively investigating two overnight shootings reported in Manhattan on November 30 and December 1, 2024.

At approximately 7:57 PM yesterday, officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 2000 block of College Heights. Officers located a 23-year-old female with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Ascension Via Christi Hospital and treated fo…

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Posted on: November 21, 2024

Arrest Made in Connection with Felony Drug Offenses Resulting in Fatality

Caziah Self, 23, of Ellsworth, was arrested on November 20, 2024, at approximately 12:00 PM in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road.

Self was charged with distribution of a controlled substance causing death, use of a communication facility in the commission of a felony drug violation, and distribution of opiate/opium/stimulant/heroin dosage

The apprehension stems from an…

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Posted on: November 12, 2024 | Last Modified on: November 12, 2024

Multi-Business Burglary Suspect Apprehended Following Overnight Crime Spree

On November 7, 2024 at approximately 11:24 PM officers responded to a report of a business alarm activation at Dick’s Sporting Goods located in the 400 block of 3rd Place in Manhattan.

Upon arrival, officers observed a shattered window in the front of the business. A short while later, officers responded to a report of criminal damage to property at Wal-Mart in the 100 block of Bluemont Ave. The suspect entered the business an…

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Posted on: November 6, 2024

Stabbing Incident on Arbor Drive

At approximately 11:36 AM on November 5, 2024, officers with the Riley County Police Department responded to a report of a stabbing in the 3000 block of Arbor Drive.

Upon arrival, officers located Tabatha Deer, 24, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, who had sustained multiple stab wounds.

Deer was initially transported by EMS to Ascension Via Christi Hospital for treatment. She was later airlifted to Stormont Vail Hospital in…

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Posted on: October 24, 2024

Stabbing Investigation Results in One Arrest

On October 29, 2024, officers with the Riley County Police Department responded to a report of a stabbing in the 400 block of Walters Dr. in Manhattan at approximately 10:49 PM.

A 39-year-old man was listed as the victim when it was reported a 53-year-old man stabbed the victim with a knife. The victim is being treated for his injuries and is reported to be in stable condition.

Marcus Washington, 53, of Manhattan was arr…

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Posted on: October 24, 2024

Shooting Investigation on North 4th Street Results in Second Arrest

On October 19, 2024, officers with the Riley County Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 700 block of N. 4th Street in Manhattan at approximately 8:45 PM.

Upon arrival, officers located 58-year-old Don Stovall, who was later pronounced deceased.

On October 23, 2024, the Riley County Police Department executed a search warrant in the 300 block of Eighth St in Ogden. Antwajuane Mcneil, 31, was arrested in conn…

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Posted on: October 21, 2024

Shooting Investigation on North 4th Street Results in One Arrest

On October 19, 2024, officers with the Riley County Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 700 block of N. 4th Street in Manhattan at approximately 8:45 PM.

Upon arrival, officers located 58-year-old Don Stovall, who was later pronounced deceased.

As part of the investigation, RCPD executed a search warrant early Sunday morning in the 3600 block of Saddlehorn Trail in Ogden. Aiden Keener, 20, was arrested in c…

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Posted on: October 10, 2024

RCPD Investigating Shooting Near the Douglass Activity Complex

Officers with the Riley County Police Department responded to a report of shots fired in the 900 block of Yuma Street at approximately 7:57 PM on October 9, 2024.

Upon arrival, officers located a 23-year-old male from Manhattan who had been shot in the parking lot of the Douglass Activity Complex. The victim was transported by EMS to Ascension Via Christi Hospital, where he was life-flighted to Stormont Vail Hospit…

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Posted on: October 7, 2024

Manhattan Man Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges

Terriundis Toliver, Jr., 18, of Manhattan, was arrested on October 6, 2024, at approximately 12:53 AM in the 1100 block of Moro Street.

Toliver was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for distribution of opiate/narcotic/certain stimulant/heroin dose 10 – Read on…

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Posted on: September 28, 2024 | Last Modified on: September 28, 2024

Fatal Motorcycle Accident on Tuttle Creek Blvd

The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) responded to a fatality crash involving a motorcycle and a pedestrian on Friday, September 27, 2024, at approximately 9:44 PM.

The incident occurred in the 2300 block of Tuttle Creek Boulevard (US-24), between Kimball Avenue and Northfield Drive.

Initial investigation indicates that Kameron Banks, 19, of Manhattan, was traveling westbound on a Honda CX500 Custom motorcycle when he…

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Posted on: September 9, 2024 | Last Modified on: September 9, 2024

Riley County Police Department Announces Promotion of Erin Freidline to Assistant Director

The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) is pleased to announce the promotion of Erin Freidline to Assistant Director, effective January 1, 2025.

Freidline, a highly respected leader within the department, will succeed Assistant Director Kurt Moldrup, who has served in the role with distinction.

CPT Freidline began her career with the Riley County Police Department in June 2000 in Civil Pr…

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Posted on: September 3, 2024 | Last Modified on: September 3, 2024

Inmate Death at the Riley County Jail

On September 2, 2024, at approximately 4:29 PM, corrections officers at the Riley County Jail discovered an unresponsive inmate.

EMS was alerted and responded to the scene. Despite immediate CPR efforts, the inmate, Michael Smith, 51, of Manhattan, was pronounced dead. The next of kin have been notified.

In accordance with department policy and state statute, the Kansas Bureau of In…

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Posted on: September 3, 2024

Riley County Police Department Investigating Incident in the 800 Block of Laramie

The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) is actively investigating an incident that occurred near the Aggieville district in the early morning hours of Friday, August 30, 2024, in which a young woman sustained injuries.

The initial report received by our officers indicated the young woman was found in the 800 block of Laramie Street after walking home from a local establishment.

At this time, we want to clarify that this incident is under investigation and we are working …

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Posted on: August 22, 2024

Riley County Police Department to Implement Aggieville Road Restrictions for Enhanced Safety

In collaboration with the Aggieville Business Association (ABA) and the City of Manhattan, the Riley County Police Department (RCPD) will be implementing road restrictions in the Aggieville area on Friday and Saturday nights.

These measures are part of an ongoing effort to enhance public safety during peak hours.

Aggieville Road Restrictions

Starting tonight, RCPD will restrict traffic in certain areas of Aggieville from approximately 11:00 PM to 2:30 AM. These traffic restricti…

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Posted on: August 22, 2024

Fatality Accident on Anderson Ave.

At 1:34 PM on August 22, 2024, officers responded to the report of a rollover accident at the corner of Seth Child Road and Anderson Ave.

Officers report a white Honda Civic was eastbound on Anderson when it struck a green Chevy Equinox that was attempting to make a left turn onto Seth Child causing it to rollover. The passenger in the Equinox was pronounced dead at Ascension Via …

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Posted on: August 15, 2024

Investigation Leads to the Arrest of a Louisville Female

Kirstanna Hill, 25, of Louisville, Kansas, was arrested on August 14, 2024, at approximately 5:20 PM in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road.

Hill was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for aggravated assault, aggravated robbery, and probation violation.

Two of Hill’s charges stem from an incident that occurred at Manhattan Town Center in November of 2023. Tota…

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Posted on: August 15, 2024

Arrest Made in Arson Case

Nesa Simms, 29, of Manhattan, was arrested on August 14, 2024, at approximately 9:17 AM in the 1100 block of Ratone Street. Simms was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant.

Simms was charged with aggravated arson x 2, arson x 2, and theft of property or services with a value of less than $1,500.

Simms charges are linked to a fire that happened in Ogden back in May of this year. That fire caused damage to two vehicle…

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Posted on: August 7, 2024 | Last Modified on: August 7, 2024

You Drink. You Drive. You Lose.

Drivers are advised that from August 17 through Labor Day, September 2, 2024, the Riley County Police Department will join other law enforcement agencies

across Kansas in a crackdown aimed at removing impaired drivers from the roadways during “You Drink. You Drive. You Lose”.

Alcohol is the main impairing substance people think of while driving, but illegal recreational drugs, …

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Posted on: July 22, 2024

Local Man Arrested for Sex Crimes

Dkuwasi Oscar, 19, of Manhattan, was arrested on July 31, 2024, at approximately 11:00 AM.

Oscar was charged with aggravated indecent liberties with a child x 4, sexual exploitation of a child x 2, and criminal sodomy x 2. Total bond in this matter was set at $200,000. Oscar was confined at the time of this report. Due to the nature o…

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Posted on: July 30, 2024

Update on the Motor Vehicle Accident on Yuma

Early Saturday morning, a vehicle drove through two houses, coming to rest inside the second home.

A person was trapped in the second residence but was extracted and taken to the hospital for treatment. The vehicle occupants exited the vehicle. EMS was dispatched for the vehicle occupants with one being transported to Via Christi for treatmen…

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Posted on: July 22, 2024

Local Woman Arrested for Felony Drug Offenses Resulting in Fatality

Penny Marie Webster, 59, of Manhattan, was arrested on July 21, 2024, at approximately 10:16 PM.

Webster was charged with distribution of a controlled substance resulting in fatality and distribution of opiate/opium/ narcotic/stimulant/heroin of unknown quantity. Total bond in this matter was set at $125,000. Webster was confined at the tim…

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Posted on: July 11, 2024

Manhattan Man Arrested for Felony Drug Offenses

Marc Anthony Oliver, 18, of Manhattan, was arrested on July 10, 2024, at approximately 10:29 AM in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road.

Oliver was arrested on the probable cause offenses of distribution of a controlled substance causing great bodily harm and aggravated battery- recklessly causing great bodily harm. Total bond was set at $150,000. Oliver is currently confined.

This arrest s…

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Posted on: July 3, 2024

AD Moldrup Announces Retirement

It is with great reverence that the Riley County Police Department (RCPD) announces the retirement of Assistant Director (AD) Kurt Moldrup, effective January 1, 2025.

After over thirty-nine years of dedicated service to the Riley County community and the law enforcement profession, AD Moldrup is concluding his distinguished career.

AD Moldrup began his tenure with RCPD in March 1985. Throughout his service, he has worke…

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Posted on: June 13, 2024

Man in Custody After Attempted Kidnapping

Yesterday, June 12, 2024, at approximately 1:01 PM, officers from the Riley County Police Department responded to a reported attempted child abduction outside of So Long Saloon in the 1100 block of Moro Street.

When officers arrived on the scene the manager identified the suspect as Jonathan Valentine, 43, of Manhattan. Witnesses reported the subject aggressively claimed a child did not belong to the child’s guardian and attempted to forcibly take the 8…

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Posted on: May 30, 2024

Investigation Leads to the Arrest of Two

At 6:11 PM on May 29, 2024, the Riley County Police Department, with the assistance of the Geary County Sheriff’s Office, conducted an investigation into the distribution of illegal substances, namely fentanyl, in the 1500 block of Houston St.

Officers arrested Catrien Van Petten, 35, of Manhattan on probable cause offenses of possession of paraphernalia with the intent to manufacture a controlled substance, use/possession with the intent to use drug paraphernalia into the human body, distribut…

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Posted on: May 24, 2024

Arrest Made in the Overdose of an Inmate

On March 13, 2024, at approximately 4:40 AM, the Riley County Dispatch Center received a call from the Riley County Jail advising an inmate was not breathing and lacked a pulse.

Emergency medical services were dispatched to render aid while Riley County Police Department Officers were dispatched to secure the scene. First responders were able to revive the inmate to stable condition.Officers quickly determined where the incident …

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Posted on: May 20, 2024

RCPD Presented Additional Budget Proposals

The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) made their follow-up budget proposals to the Riley County Law Enforcement Agency (Law Board) for 2025 today.

The current 2024 budget is $26,937,092.

The proposed budgets utilize the previous proposed budget with the following changes/omissions:

Budget 1b:
1. The City of Manhattan’s Special Alcohol Tax Fund will now be providing the funding for the originally…

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Posted on: May 17, 2024

Manhattan Man Arrested on Various Drug Charges

At approximately 2:50 AM a Riley County Police Department officer attempted to effectuate a traffic stop for a tag infraction.

The driver of the vehicle fled, to which the officer ended the pursuit but continued to follow the taillights from a safe distance. A short time later, the officer located the vehicle parked in the 1300 block of N. 11^th Street. The vehicle was empty offic…

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Posted on: May 13, 2024 | Last Modified on: May 13, 2024

U.S. Senator Moran Presents RCPD with Money Appropriated for Lab

The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) was honored to welcome U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, Republican from Kansas, to the Riley County Law Enforcement Center on May 13, 2024.

As a senior member of the appropriations committee, Senator Moran understands the critical importance of ensuring that every government dollar spent yields tangible results. Committed to fiscal responsibility, he recognizes the fundamental duty of public …

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Posted on: May 13, 2024

Click It or Ticket

Everyday day we make hundreds of choices.

The easiest one should be wearing your seat belt. While it is a fact that seat belts save lives, many still choose to not buckle up.

In the Click It or Ticket campaign, while all Kansas traffic laws will be enforced, the primary focus will be on …

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Posted on: May 6, 2024

News Release: Senator Marshall Holds Roundtable Discussion with Law Enforcement Officials

On May 3, 2024, Senator Roger Marshall convened a roundtable discussion at the Riley County Police Department headquarters, inviting law enforcement officials from surrounding agencies to provide insights into prevalent issues within their jurisdictions.

The meeting aimed to address concerns ranging from drug activities and human trafficking to broader law enforcement challenges.

During the discussion, various representatives highlighted critical issues and initiatives within their respective departments. …

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Posted on: May 3, 2024

Arrest Made in Connection with an Overdose Death

On Thursday, May 2, 2024, officers with the Riley County Police Department secured the arrest of Luke Patrick Johnson,21, in cooperation with the Pottawattamie County Sherriff’s Office.

Johnson was located in Pottawattamie County and taken into custody on the Riley County District Court warrant by the Pottawattamie County Sherriff’s Office. Custody was transferred to RCPD who transported Johnson back to Manhattan for …

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Posted on: April 29, 2024

Shot Fired in Aggieville

On April 28, 2024, at approximately 1:53 AM officers monitoring crowds in the 1100 block of Moro St in Manhattan, KS heard a gunshot in close proximity to their location and responded to the walkway between 1101 and 1109 Moro.

As officers began moving south down the walkway, they noticed two vehicles leaving the scene; one fled at a high rate of speed while the driver of the other was successfully detained without incident.

A crime scene was quickly established and off…

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Posted on: April 29, 2024

Manhattan Man Arrested on an Aggravated Kidnapping Among Other Offenses

On Friday, April 26, 2024, at approximately 4:35 AM the Riley County Dispatch Center received a call from a female victim in the northeast area of Manhattan.

The call was disconnected shortly after. Dispatch then received a 911 text from the victim asking for help stating she was being held inside an apartment by the suspect, later identified as Jonathon Maldonado, 26, of Manhattan, who was armed wit…

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Posted on: April 24, 2024

Manhattan Man Arrested on an Aggravated Arson Charge

At approximately 7:19 this morning, April 24, 2024, the Riley County Communication Center received a call of a fire alarm in the 500 block of S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

Officers from RCPD and Quints 2 and 3 from the Manhattan Fire Department responded to the location. Upon arrival, fire crews discovered an activated fire sprinkler head on the fourth floor. Fire investigators determined an unknown item was ignit…

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Posted on: April 23, 2024

Manhattan Woman Injured in Overnight Shooting

The Riley County Communications Center received a 911 call at approximately 12:20 this morning, April 23, 2024, reporting a shooting in the 1400 block of Watson Pl. in Manhattan.

Riley County Police Officers responded to the scene and found a female victim, age 20, with a single gunshot wound to the abdomen.

The victim was transported via air ambulance to Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka. There are no further updates on her conditi…

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Posted on: April 15, 2024

RCPD Presented Initial 2025 Budget Proposal

Today, the Riley County Police Department (RCPD) made their budget proposal to the Riley County Law Enforcement Agency (Law Board) for 2025.

The current 2024 budget is $26,937,092.

Proposed Budget

Base Adjustments – $358,331 (1.33% increase)
3.8% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) to employee salaries – $815,898
Salary Survey – $439,100
Total increase over 2024 budget – $2,049,547
2025 Propo…

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Posted on: April 15, 2024

One Injured in Aggieville Shooting

At approximately 1:42 AM on April 14, 2024, officers on routine foot patrol in the Aggieville district heard a possible gunshot coming from the 1100 block of Moro Street.

Officers responded to the scene where they located a male subject, age 22, being detained by a bouncer. Upon initial assessment of the situation, officers observed the subject had sustained a head injury to which they called EMS and escorted the subject t…

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Posted on: April 9, 2024

Execution of a search warrant results in the arrest of three Manhattan residents.

Riley County Police Department (RCPD) executed a search warrant in the 2400 block of Charolais Lane yesterday, April 8, 2024, at approximately 6:11 PM.

Derrick Duncan, Anthony Edwards, and Brittany Clark were all arrested in connection with the same.

Derrick Duncan, 21, was arrested at approximately 6:27 PM. Duncan was arrested on probable cause offenses of distribution of controlled substance causing dea…

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Posted on: March 19, 2024

Statement Regarding Incident in Northwest Manhattan

At approximately 4:00 AM on March 18, 2024, our officers responded to a reported incident involving an aggressive dog in northwest Manhattan. The initial report to dispatch indicated the dog had purportedly bitten a child.

Upon arriving at the scene, our officers encountered a situation where the dog exhibited aggressive behavior towards one of our officers, necessitating a defensive response. An officer discharged his firearm, resulting in the dog being struck. Subsequentl…

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Posted on: March 8, 2024

Two Arrested in the Death of a One-Year-Old

Officers with the Riley County Police Department (RCPD) have arrested Matthew Paul Wesley Miller and Sonya Simone Monae Lark Williams in connection with the death of their one-year-old daughter, Ziya Miller.

In April of 2023, officers with the Junction City Police Department responded to a call for a report of a child not breathing. Upon arrival, they discovered the child had passed away in Manhattan but had been transported to Junction City by Mill…

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Posted on: March 6, 2024

One Arrested in Connection with a Stabbing

A Manhattan man is currently in custody following his involvement in a stabbing that occurred on Friday, March 1, 2024.

Henry Lee Morgan, 45, was arrested at approximately 6:41 PM on Friday and charged with aggravated battery- knowingly using physical contact in an angry/rude manner with a weapon.

Officers responded to a call for service in the 200 block of N. 9th. Once on …

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Posted on: March 5, 2024

Suspect Apprehended from Sunday’s Shooting

A Manhattan man has been arrested in connection with the shooting that took place on March 3, 2024, on Flint Hills Place.

Brannan Turner, 45, was apprehended by the Wichita Police Department (PD) yesterday around 10:00 PM.

Wichita PD was able to utilize its license plate reader technology to aid in the arrest of Turner. Through the use of license plate reader AI algorithms, t…

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Posted on: March 4, 2024

One Injured in Shooting

The Riley County Communications Center received several 911 calls around 1:47 PM on March 3, 2024, reporting shots fired in the 1400 block of Flint Hills Pl. in Manhattan.

Riley County Police Officers and an officer from the Kansas Highway Patrol responded to the scene and found a male victim, age 53, with two gunshot wounds, one to the right arm and the other to the right leg.

The victim was transported via ambulance to Via…

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Posted on: February 20, 2024

Manhattan Man Arrested for Sex Crimes

A Manhattan man turned himself in on an outstanding warrant yesterday, February 19, 2024, around 9:58 AM.

Tyler Staatz, 18, was arrested in connection with multiple incidents involving a 14-year-old female victim known to Staatz. The offenses are said to have occurred around September of 2023. Staatz has been charged with rape, aggravated indecent liberties w…

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Posted on: February 16, 2024

Man Arrest for Violations of Pretrial Bond Supervision

A Manhattan man was arrested while in the 100 block of Courthouse Plaza in Manhattan today, February 16, 2024, around 1:49 PM.

Ronald Ince was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for violations of Pretrial Bond Supervision. The original charges were for distribution of a controlled substance causing death, possession with the intent to distribute Fentanyl, and use o…

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Posted on: February 10, 2024

Three Arrested Following the Execution of a Search Warrant

Three Manhattan residents were arrested on multiple charges following the execution of a search warrant.

Riley County Police Department executed a search warrant in the 3000 block of Claflin Road yesterday, February 9, 2024, at approximately 1:57 PM. Stephanie Taylor, Grier Griffith, and Colton Gardner were all arrested in connection with the same.

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Posted on: January 31, 2024

Two Men Arrested in an Aggravated Robbery Case

Two Manhattan men were arrested yesterday afternoon, January 30, 2024, for aggravated robbery, among other charges, after a robbery that happened in the early morning hours.

Early yesterday morning, January 30, 2024, the Riley County Police Department Communication Center received several 911 calls reporting a robbery. A 29-year-old man was listed as the victim when he reported two male subjects brandished a weapon and stole …

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Posted on: January 8, 2024

Woman Arrested in Fraud Case

An Ogden woman was arrested on over 38 crimes after a search warrant was carried out by Riley County Police Department Detectives on Friday.

Candace Huffman, 36, was arrested while in the 200 block of North Walnut Street in Ogden on January 5, 2024 around 4:22 PM. Huffman was arrested on probable cause offenses for 38 counts that include, but are not limited to, fraud, identity theft, and forg…

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Posted on: January 2, 2024

Attempted Murder Arrest

An 18-year-old Manhattan man was arrested over the weekend on a warrant for attempted 1st-degree murder after a shooting at a house party in October 2023.

Marc Oliver was arrested while at the Riley County Police Department on December 30, 2023, around 10:15 PM. Oliver was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for attempted murder in the 1st degree, aggravated battery, criminal discharge of a fi…

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Posted on: November 20, 2023

Man Arrested After Vehicle Pursuit

Officers safely apprehended an armed man at Walmart after a vehicle chase earlier this morning.

Around 4:28 a.m., a driver committing multiple traffic offenses led Riley County Police Department officers on a pursuit. The vehicle was later located, but the driver, later identified Gerry Wayne Phillips II, was not on the scene.

Around 9:10 a…

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Posted on: October 21, 2023

Three Injured in Overnight Shooting

Three people were injured after a shooting in the 400 block of Bluemont early this morning.

The Riley County Police Department Communication Center received several 911 calls around 2:50 a.m. reporting gunfire. When officers arrived on scene, they found 2 male victims with gunshot wounds. A 3rd male victim arrived at the hospital with a gunshot …

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Posted on: October 12, 2023

Attempted ATM Theft & Vehicle Arson

Do you recognize these two? We would like to identify them in connection to an attempted theft and criminal damage to property case at Union State Bank in Randolph.

On Thursday, October 12, around 3:15 AM, surveillance video shows a 2015 Ford F150 enter the drive through at the bank. Two males wearing dark clothes and dark masks exit the truck and attempt to break into the ATM. No money was taken, but damage to the A…

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Posted on: October 5, 2023

County Commissioners Proclaim CoResponder Week

In recognition of their service to our community, the Riley County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed the week of September 18th as “National CoResponder and Crisis Responder Week.”

The proclamation said Riley County has continued to address the rising demand for mental health and substance use services.

Riley County Police Department’s CoResponder Program was established in 2017 to embed mental health clinicians w…

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Posted on: May 29, 2023

Situation Peacefully Resolved After Shelter in Place

Riley County Police Department Officers peacefully resolved a situation involving an individual experiencing a mental health crisis Monday.

Dispatchers received a call concerning a man with a weapon at the Scenic Woods apartments in the 300 block of Hunter Place in Manhattan on May 29, 2023, around 2:30 p.m.When officers arrived on scene they found a 25-year-old male threatening to harm himse…

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Posted on: February 21, 2025 | Last Modified on: February 21, 2025

Manhattan Man Arrested in Connection with Lewd and Lascivious Conduct Report

On February 21, 2025, officers with the Riley County Police Department (RCPD) arrested Keavoyan Brown, 19, of Manhattan, in connection with a lewd and lascivious conduct report filed earlier this month.

The investigation began on February 3, 2025, at approximately 1:19 AM, when officers responded to a report of lewd and lascivious conduct in the 2800 block of Kelly Drive. Following an extensive investigation, officers obtained a search warrant for a resi…

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RCPD Executes Search Warrant at CBD American Shaman in Manhattan; Arrest Made

Arrest Made in Connection with December Shooting

Law Enforcement Seeks Potential Witness in 2018 Aggravated Battery Case

RCPD Conducts Search Warrant That Leads to Arrest

RCPD Investigates Linked Overnight Shootings in Manhattan

Arrest Made in Connection with Felony Drug Offenses Resulting in Fatality

Multi-Business Burglary Suspect Apprehended Following Overnight Crime Spree

Stabbing Incident on Arbor Drive

Stabbing Investigation Results in One Arrest

Shooting Investigation on North 4th Street Results in Second Arrest

Shooting Investigation on North 4th Street Results in One Arrest

RCPD Investigating Shooting Near the Douglass Activity Complex

Manhattan Man Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges

Fatal Motorcycle Accident on Tuttle Creek Blvd

Riley County Police Department Announces Promotion of Erin Freidline to Assistant Director

Inmate Death at the Riley County Jail

Riley County Police Department Investigating Incident in the 800 Block of Laramie

Riley County Police Department to Implement Aggieville Road Restrictions for Enhanced Safety

Fatality Accident on Anderson Ave.

Investigation Leads to the Arrest of a Louisville Female

Arrest Made in Arson Case

You Drink. You Drive. You Lose.

Local Man Arrested for Sex Crimes

Update on the Motor Vehicle Accident on Yuma

Local Woman Arrested for Felony Drug Offenses Resulting in Fatality

Manhattan Man Arrested for Felony Drug Offenses

AD Moldrup Announces Retirement

Man in Custody After Attempted Kidnapping

Investigation Leads to the Arrest of Two

Arrest Made in the Overdose of an Inmate

RCPD Presented Additional Budget Proposals

Manhattan Man Arrested on Various Drug Charges

U.S. Senator Moran Presents RCPD with Money Appropriated for Lab

Click It or Ticket

News Release: Senator Marshall Holds Roundtable Discussion with Law Enforcement Officials

Arrest Made in Connection with an Overdose Death

Shot Fired in Aggieville

Manhattan Man Arrested on an Aggravated Kidnapping Among Other Offenses

Manhattan Man Arrested on an Aggravated Arson Charge

Manhattan Woman Injured in Overnight Shooting

RCPD Presented Initial 2025 Budget Proposal

One Injured in Aggieville Shooting

Execution of a search warrant results in the arrest of three Manhattan residents.

Statement Regarding Incident in Northwest Manhattan

Two Arrested in the Death of a One-Year-Old

One Arrested in Connection with a Stabbing

Suspect Apprehended from Sunday’s Shooting

One Injured in Shooting

Manhattan Man Arrested for Sex Crimes

Man Arrest for Violations of Pretrial Bond Supervision

Three Arrested Following the Execution of a Search Warrant

Two Men Arrested in an Aggravated Robbery Case

Woman Arrested in Fraud Case

Attempted Murder Arrest

Man Arrested After Vehicle Pursuit

Three Injured in Overnight Shooting

Attempted ATM Theft & Vehicle Arson

County Commissioners Proclaim CoResponder Week

Situation Peacefully Resolved After Shelter in Place

Manhattan Man Arrested in Connection with Lewd and Lascivious Conduct Report

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