Jan 06, 2026

RCPD: Woman accused of stabbing man during argument

Posted Jan 06, 2026 4:00 PM

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an alleged violent attack in Manhattan.

Just before 3:30a.m. Tuesday, police filed a report for a stabbing at in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 23-year-old man was listed as the victim when it was reported a 20-year-old female suspect known to him stabbed him during an argument.

Elysia Bowles, 20, of Randolph, was arrested at approximately 4:29 a.m. in Manhattan on requested charges of aggravated assault. Bowles met the condition of a $5,000 and is no longer in custody, according to the RCPD.