Manhattan/Riley Co crime surge: thefts, assaults, arrests
Key Questions
By how much has violent crime increased in Manhattan according to RCPD?
RCPD reports a +30% year-over-year increase in violent crime. Recent incidents include multiple arrests for thefts, assaults, and domestic violence.
Why was the Manhattan chiropractor's license revoked?
The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts revoked the license after 46 felony convictions including rape and sexual battery. The former chiropractor is serving 27.5 years in prison.
What recent arrests occurred in Manhattan and Riley County?
A 19-year-old was arrested on July 8, along with three others in Blue Valley Trailer Court. A Louisiana man was also arrested in a domestic incident.
RCPD reports +30% YoY violent crime. Recent: 7/8 19-year-old arrested; 3 arrested in Blue Valley Trailer Court. 7/6: attempted Kia thefts, machete assault, burglary with stolen pets, fireworks stand theft, phone scam, domestic violence arrest. 7/5 Clayson Joyce pleads guilty. 7/4 Sylvester Broughton. New: Louisiana man arrested in domestic incident (7/8). New: Manhattan chiropractor loses license after 46 felony convictions (rape, sexual battery) — serving 27.5 years. Prior: Tayvon Nash, warrant arrest, police impersonation scam, child exploitation, fentanyl/heroin distribution, human trafficking, aggravated robbery of 14yo. Joseph Macias (33 registration violations). Flock ALPR cameras privacy debate; national context: some states making unauthorized installation a felony. Kansas 7-OH/kratom ban in effect.