RILEY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged computer crime.

Just after 3p.m. Tuesday, police filed a report for theft by deception and computer unlawful acts in the 1100 block of Westport Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Officers listed Dentistry by Design, Bret Gilsdorf, 41, of Manhattan, and CFO & Accounting as the victims of fraud online.

The suspect is unknown. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $50,000.00.

Police ask that 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 of up to $1,000.00.

United Way 2-1-1 of Kansas service launches texting option to help connect more people to needed human services

Junction City, Kan., June 13^th, 2018 — “Who you gonna call?” is now also “Who you gonna text?” when you want to find elder care, emergency shelter, tutoring, food assistance, youth programs and much more. United Way has launched a new texting option for its 2-1-1 information line for people looking for help in Kansas. 

 

United Way 2-1-1 of Kansas handles 50,000 calls annually and 28,000 online searches. Now it looks to add thousands of texting inquiries to those numbers.

 

“More and more people use texting as a primary means of communication and United Way wants to offer every available option to those looking for resources or volunteer information.”  Nichole Mader, Executive Director United Way of Junction City/Geary County

 

To use the new 2-1-1 texting option, individuals simply text their zip code to 898211. A 2-1-1 specialist will answer the text, determining their specific needs and identifying what local nonprofit or government agency will best meet their needs. The text will include agency name, phone number, and other useful information needed (including hours of operation, sliding fee scales, etc.).

 

Since 2006, United Way has provided the 2-1-1 information line across the state of Kansas through a 24-hour free phone service (by simply dialing 2-1-1) and its website (at 211kansas.org).

 

2-1-1 is a national dialing code for free, confidential 24-hour access to thousands of health and human services, such as housing, shelter, food, legal aid, clothing, counseling, utility assistance, health care, transportation and more. During disasters, 2‑1‑1 also provides important public information that frees up 9-1-1 to handle life-or-death emergencies.

Nicole Mahder – Junction City – Geary County United Way

RILEY COUNTY — One person was injured in an accident just before 9:30a.m. Wednesday in Riley County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2011 Honda Motorcycle driven by Jeremy R. Scott, 31, Junction City, was eastbound on Kansas 18 eleven miles northeast of Manhattan, traveling with a convoy of motorcycles.

The group came to an abrupt stop. Scott lost control when he hit the brake. He tried laying the motorcycle down to keep from hitting any other vehicles and was ejected from the Honda.

Scott was transported to Via Christi in Manhattan. He was not wearing a helmet, according to the KHP.

June 27th is the first day you can legally shoot fireworks in Junction City.

That information was provided by Fire Chief Terry Johnson, who said fireworks can be discharged until July 5th. Different times will apply on different days. “Sunday through Thursday the discharge time is 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. only. Then on Friday and Saturday it is 8 a.m. to midnight.” You can also shoot off fireworks until midnight on the Fourth of July.

Johnson said be careful when you use fireworks. “You’re playing with explosives, not high grade, but you’re playing with explosives. Also fireworks start fires.”

The Fire Department is doing the necessary inspections for fireworks stands now.

 

RILEY COUNTY — One person was injured in a fire Tuesday in Manhattan.

Crews had the fire in the basement of the home in the 2500 Block of Meadowood Drive under control in about 20 minutes, according to the Manhattan Fire Department. Two residents were home at the time. One was transported to the hospital for treatment.

Authorities have determined the fire was incendiary, according to Assistant Fire Chief Sam Dameron.

The Riley County Police Department is assisting with the investigation.

Damage is estimated at $35,000, according to the fire department.

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RILEY COUNTY — One person was injured in a fire Tuesday in Manhattan.

Crews had the fire in the basement of the home in the 2500 Block of Meadowood Drive under control in about 20 minutes, according to the Manhattan Fire Department. Two residents were home at the time. One was transported to the hospital for treatment.

Authorities have not released what caused the blaze.

Damage is estimated at $35,000, according to the fire department.

WABAUNSEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of burglaries.

Deputies have located a silver GMC Pickup believed involved in the recent burglaries and thefts in Wabaunsee County, According to Sheriff Rob Hoskins.

The truck was stolen in Shawnee County and located Tuesday evening by the Topeka Police after a pursuit. The occupants fled on foot and may have been located Wednesday by the Kansas Highway Patrol.  The KHP did not release details early Wednesday.

A blue Dodge Ram Quad Cab pickup truck involved has not been located, according to Hoskins.

The truck has a very distinct black brush guard on the front, black bumpers and grill, black rims and a black tool box or fuel tank in the back.

It appeared to have a temporary tag on the back. However, the suspects have been stealing registration plates and swapping them out, according to Hoskins. The occupants have been armed and are considered dangerous.
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WABAUNSEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of burglaries in Wabaunsee County.

According to the sheriff’s Department, there have been several burglaries to homes and outbuildings in the south east area of the county. Individuals are breaking into homes in the afternoon and evening hours.

The sheriff’s office alerted residents to be very cautious. The alleged burglars were observed by property owners and one of the suspects was armed with a handgun and possibly in a blue pickup and a silver pickup.

“These individuals have stolen everything from ATV’s to the copper wire and air conditioner units from homes.

Use caution if strangers are knocking or approaching your homes, report any vehicles that do not belong in the area or look out of place and call 911.”

SALINA — At noon Wednesday in Rome (5 a.m. Central Time), Pope Francis named Monsignor Gerald Lee Vincke, Bishop Elect of the Diocese of Salina. His current assignment with the Diocese of Lansing is Pastor of Holy Family Parish in Grand Blanc, Mich. Msgr. Vincke currently serves on the Presbyteral Council, the Priest Assignment Committee and the College of Consultors of the Diocese of Lansing.

Bishop-elect Vincke is scheduled to be ordained and installed as the 12th Bishop of Salina at Sacred Heart Cathedral. The date and time of the Ordination and Installation will be announced at a later date. Until that time, Rev. Francis E. Coady will continue to serve as Diocesan Administrator.

— Catholic Diocese of Salina