Jun 17, 2026

RCPD: Suspect scammed store employees of $3,154

Posted Jun 17, 2026 3:00 PM

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating two cases of alleged theft by decepation.

ON Tuesday, officers filed a report of theft by deception in the 300 block of Bluemont Avenue and the 2700 Block of Anderson Avenue, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Walgreens reported two unknown female suspects scammed an employee into loading gift cards without payment. The total estimated loss associated with this case is $1,596.95. Later two unknown female suspects scammed at a different Walgreens location scammed an employee into loading gift cards without payment.

The total estimated loss associated with the two case is $3,154.15

Anyone with information, 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 up to $1,000.