The Riley County Police Department announced that Joshua Kinder is the new Public Information Officer. Kinder joins RCPD after spending the last nine years in the private sector owning and operating a small business in downtown Manhattan. But his roots are in media where he spent 19 years working in the newspaper industry as a reporter and editor. He also attended Kansas State University and is the father of two girls.
Corporal Rachel Pate has worked side-by-side with Kinder to ensure a smooth transition. While most functions will be transitioned to Kinder over the next few weeks, Corporal Pate will be continuing to assist with the PIO Office as the Community Outreach Corporal.