Oct 21, 2023

Police: 3 injured in shooting near large house party in Manhattan

Posted Oct 21, 2023 1:00 PM

RILEY COUNTY  —Three people were injured after a shooting in the 400 block of Bluemont in Manhattan early Saturday, acording to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.

Just before 3a.m., the Riley County Police Department Communication Center received several 911 calls. reporting gunfire. When officers arrived on scene, they found 2 male victims with gunshot wounds.

A 3rd male victim arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound from the incident. All injuries are believed to be non-life threatening. The victim ages are 16, 19, and 19. 

Through further investigation officers determined a large house party in the same location occurred during the time of the shooting. 

Bluemont was closed between 4th and 6th street for about 3 hours but has since reopened. You may see law enforcement presence continue in the area as the investigation is ongoing.