Dec 12, 2025

Manhattan woman lost $9,500 in online scam

Posted Dec 12, 2025 4:00 PM

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an online scam in Manhattan.

Just before noon Wednesday, officers in Manhattan filed a report of theft, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 34-year-old woman reported she was a victim of a text and email scam. The total estimated loss associated with this case is $9,500