The Riley County Police Department is investigating a reported fraud incident involving a local retail store in Manhattan.

Officers filed a report around 3:09 p.m. Nov. 20, 2025, in the 400 block of 3rd Place. Burlington Coat Factory was listed as the victim after an unknown male suspect allegedly called the store and instructed employees to remove money from the register and deposit it into a bitcoin machine.

Police said the total estimated loss associated with the incident is $1,740.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Riley County Police Department or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Tips submitted through Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous and may qualify the reporting party for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

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Two 15-year-old students were arrested on Wednesday in connection with an incident at Manhattan High School involving battery and disorderly conduct.

According to the Riley County Police Department, the arrests occurred at approximately 1 p.m. at 2100 Poyntz Ave., the location of Manhattan High School. The juveniles were taken into custody on several charges, including battery, battery against a school employee, obstructing apprehension or prosecution, and disorderly conduct related to brawling or fighting.

The juveniles were not confined in the Riley County Jail following the arrest.

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