Dec 01, 2022

RCPD: Man reported loss of $25K in Bitcoin scam

Posted Dec 01, 2022 3:30 PM

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged scam.

On Wednesday, officers filed a report for theft by deception in the 3800 block of Marlatt Ave. in Manhattan. A 51-year-old man reported he was scammed by a fake Metallica YouTube channel into transferring approximately $25,500 of Bitcoin to an unknown suspect. 

Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.