Sep 28, 2021

Police ID 66-year-old Kansas man injured in shooting

Posted Sep 28, 2021 12:00 PM
Police on the scene of the investigation Monday evening -photo courtesy WIBW TV
Police on the scene of the investigation Monday evening -photo courtesy WIBW TV

MANHATTAN —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting in Riley County.

Just after 3p.m. Monday, officers responded to the report of a gunshot victim on Robyler Road. in Riley County, according to police spokesperson Aaron Wintermote.

When officers arrived on scene, they found a 66-year-old man suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.

The victim reported being shot by Larry Wurtz, 69, of Manhattan after an altercation between the two men.

The victim was transported to Via Christ for treatment of his gunshot wounds. Wurtz was also transported to Via Christi for treatment of an unrelated medical issue and then to the Riley County Jail after his release. He is being held in lieu of bond.

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RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting in Riley County and have made an arrest.

Just after 3p.m. Monday,  officers responded to a shooting on Roblyer Road off Tuttle Creek Blvd north of Randolph, according to a social media report.

EMS transported a 66-year-old gunshot victim to a local hospital for treatment. Police took a 69-year-old man into custody without incident. Police have not released names of those involved.