Jul 25, 2022

Police: Man shot Manhattan woman in the leg

Posted Jul 25, 2022 4:55 PM

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a shooting in Manhattan have made an arrest.

Just before 3p.m. July 22, police arrested 25-year-old Tyrell Harper of Manhattan on requested charges of aggravated assault and aggravated battery, according to Riley County Police Department activity report.

On June 5, it was reported Harper shot a 21-year-old woman in the leg, then shot multiple rounds in the air before leaving the scene.

The victim was treated at Via Christi for a minor gunshot leg wound and was released later the same day. Harper is currently confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $500,000.