Sep 14, 2022

RCPD recovers stolen motorcycle after suspect fled traffic stop

Posted Sep 14, 2022 2:30 PM

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities have recovered a motorcycle stolen in Manhattan. They are still looking for the suspect.

Just after 5p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for theft in the 1400 block of University Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 20-year-old man reported his 2018 Honda Grom motorcycle was stolen between September 9 and 10 while he was out of town.

On Sept. 10,  police recovered the motorcycle unoccupied in the 3000 block of Conrow Drive in Manhattan. The suspect fled from officers who attempted to make a traffic stop in the area of Claflin Road and Nichols Street earlier the same day for no visible tag.

The estimated total loss associated with this case was approximately $3,750. 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.