RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating alleged arson in Manhattan.
Just before 2p.m. Friday, officers filed a report for aggravated arson, attempted unlawful to possess tool to remove theft detection device, and theft of property or services in the 400 block of 3rd Place, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.
A victim reported a female suspect stole a purse and set fire to a package to steal another item.
Cheyenne Nicole Ely, 33, of Manhattan, was arrested at approximately 8:13 a.m. on Nov. 7 on requested charges of aggravated arson, attempted unlawful to possess tool to remove theft detection device, and theft of property or services. Ely was issued a total bond of $8,000 and is no longer confined in the Riley County Jail.