Ongoing crime, standoffs and court-safety concerns in Manhattan and Riley County
Key Questions
What recent incidents were reported by RCPD on July 22?
Incidents included a woman breaking items at a business, warrant arrests, stalking and criminal threat arrests, CashApp fraud of $1,364, and aggravated assault. A phone scam and shoplifting attempt were also noted.
Who was arrested for using an anti-theft device?
A 48-year-old man was arrested after attempting to steal merchandise using an anti-theft tag removal device at Burlington. He faces shoplifting charges.
What vehicle-related crimes occurred recently?
Police are investigating a pickup theft and vandalism in separate cases. An unmarked sheriff’s vehicle was damaged during an attempted burglary.
What fraud cases were reported in Manhattan?
A man in his 30s lost $1,364 in a phone scam impersonating a bank. Another arrest involved CashApp fraud totaling $1,364.
Were there arrests for threats or stalking?
A Manhattan man was arrested for criminal threat, harassment, and stalking involving a stranger. Additional arrests included probation violations and criminal threats.
What prior incidents are part of the ongoing pattern?
Previous cases include road rage, battery on officers, child abuse, domestic battery, attempted burglary, and a fentanyl death plea. RCPD continues active response.
What is the status of the Riley County Arrest Report?
The July 27 report summarizes arrests and citations by RCPD. Multiple individuals were taken into custody for various offenses over the weekend.
Is there an update on the drug death case?
A Junction City woman facing drug distribution charges causing death is scheduled for a plea hearing in Riley County. The case remains ongoing.
Oct. 19 coverage includes a reported firearm threat and arrest on Marlatt Avenue; an additional RCPD report gives the suspect's $75,000 bond and details a bicycle theft, damaged locks and an injury crash. A separate report describes a knife-related aggravated assault on Anderson Avenue; allegations are not findings of guilt. Newman’s Aggieville arrest and RCPD camera-contract oversight questions also remain in view.