Local business reports $77,000 loss in check fraud scheme

Police are investigating a fraud case after a Manhattan-area business reported more than $77,000 stolen through an altered check, according to the Riley County Police Department.

Officers filed a report of fraud at approximately 10:29 a.m. June 4 in the 8200 block of South Port Drive.

Leiszler Oil Company was listed as the victim after it was reported an unknown suspect altered a check and successfully cashed it.

The total estimated loss associated with the case is $77,046.84.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact RCPD or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted anonymously and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000.