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Riley Co. Police Address Concerns Over ICE Enforcement at Town Hall
RCPD Director Brian Peete emphasizes trust, transparency, and protecting constitutional rights amid national tensions.
Jan. 28, 2026 at 10:47pm
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The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) hosted a town hall event to address citizens' concerns regarding ICE and immigration enforcement. RCPD Director Brian Peete acknowledged the shaken trust in law enforcement and emphasized the importance of open communication and transparency. Residents voiced worries about the potential dangers of ICE presence in the area, and Peete reassured the community that RCPD does not enforce immigration laws and will defend people's constitutional rights, including intervening if excessive force is used by any law enforcement agency.
Why it matters
This town hall reflects the broader national tensions and mistrust surrounding immigration enforcement, with local law enforcement seeking to address community concerns and reaffirm their commitment to public safety and protecting civil liberties.
The details
During the town hall, RCPD Director Brian Peete stated that 'trust is shaken in law enforcement right now' and that it is 'incumbent upon law enforcement to reach out to their community' to address the issues. Residents expressed fears about the potential dangers of ICE presence in the area, with one local, Amanda Crisp, saying 'People want to feel like they can trust their local law enforcement to keep them safe.' Peete reassured the community that RCPD does not enforce immigration laws and will defend people's constitutional rights, including intervening if excessive force is used by any law enforcement agency.
- The town hall event was held on January 28, 2026.
The players
Brian Peete
The director of the Riley County Police Department (RCPD).
Amanda Crisp
A resident of Manhattan, Kansas who attended the town hall and voiced concerns about the potential dangers of ICE presence in the area.
What they’re saying
“Trust is shaken in law enforcement right now, and I think that it's incumbent upon law enforcement to reach out to their community to tell them or to try our best to de-escalate what's going on right now.”
— Brian Peete, RCPD Director
“People want to feel like they can trust their local law enforcement to keep them safe.”
— Amanda Crisp
What’s next
RCPD Director Brian Peete encouraged residents to continue communicating with him about their concerns, stating that the department's outreach is not limited to town hall meetings.
The takeaway
This town hall highlights the ongoing challenges local law enforcement faces in building trust with communities amid national tensions over immigration enforcement. RCPD's efforts to be transparent and reassure residents about their commitment to protecting civil liberties demonstrate the importance of proactive communication between police and the public.
