Riley County Police Made Recent Arrests
Officers took two men into custody on outstanding warrants and investigated a vehicle theft in Manhattan.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Property Crime
The Riley County Police Department processed two arrests on October 1, 2026, including individuals held on active warrants. Authorities also responded to a report of a vehicle theft involving a 2014 Chevy Impala on October 2.
Why it matters
Local law enforcement maintains public safety by executing warrants for individuals wanted in multiple jurisdictions and investigating property crimes. These actions ensure that legal processes, including those originating from out-of-state, are upheld.
Deepre Lamar Williams and Joshua Michael Slade Griffiths are currently held in the Riley County Jail without bond. Griffiths faces seven counts of criminal damage to property and one count of battery.
The players
Riley County Police Department
This law enforcement agency is responsible for maintaining public safety and investigating criminal activity throughout Riley County.
Deepre Lamar Williams
He is a 31-year-old individual who was taken into custody on an outstanding warrant from Los Angeles County.
Joshua Michael Slade Griffiths
He is a 35-year-old individual facing multiple criminal damage and battery charges following his arrest on a district court warrant.
The details
Police filed a theft report regarding a 2014 Chevy Impala in the 4400 block of Tuttle Creek Blvd, though the vehicle has since been recovered. The arrests of Williams and Griffiths occurred in the 1000 blocks of S. Seth Child Road and Courthouse Plaza.
Timeline
Joshua Michael Slade Griffiths was arrested on October 1, 2026, at 1:05 p.m.
Deepre Lamar Williams was arrested on October 1, 2026, at 11:51 p.m.
The theft of property or services was reported on October 2, 2026, at 3:29 a.m.
Legal Context
The arrest of Williams follows the protocols established by the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act, which governs the transfer of fugitives between jurisdictions. Such detentions remain a standard procedure for clearing outstanding warrants across state lines.
Residents in the area near Tuttle Creek Blvd and S. Seth Child Road may notice continued police activity as investigations into local property crimes conclude. These arrests remove individuals with active warrants from the community, potentially increasing local safety.
The takeaway
Maintaining awareness of local police reporting can help residents stay informed about neighborhood security trends. Property owners are encouraged to keep vehicles secured to mitigate the risk of theft.
Further reading
Find more local reports in the Property Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News Radio KMAN.
