Jun 26, 2025

RCPD: Woman told couple she had an explosive device

Posted Jun 26, 2025 2:45 PM

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect for alleged criminal threat.

Just before 5:30p.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for aggravated criminal threat in the 1100 block of Westport Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man reported a 41-year-old woman told them she had an explosive device. Upon their arrival, RCPD officers confirmed there was no explosive device.

Tisha Steenrod, 41, of Kansas City, Missouri was arrested on a requested charge of aggravated criminal threat. She is being held on a $15,000 bond.