Two Manhattan Residents Arrested on Drug Charges

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Two Manhattan residents were arrested on Thursday afternoon in relation to drug-related incidents in the 5000 block of Fort Riley Boulevard, according to the Riley County Police Department. Channa Cuchy, 35, was arrested on charges including possession of narcotics and drug paraphernalia, while Joseph Fabre, 61, was arrested for possession of narcotics and violation of the offender registration act.

Why it matters

Drug-related crimes remain an ongoing concern in the Manhattan community, with law enforcement working to address the issue through arrests and enforcement. The arrests highlight the need for continued efforts to combat the distribution and use of illegal substances in the area.

The details

According to police reports, officers first responded to the 5000 block of Fort Riley Boulevard around 2:08 pm on February 12th. Channa Cuchy, 35, was arrested on two counts of possession of narcotics, one count of possession of drug paraphernalia, one count of interference with a law enforcement officer, and one count of marijuana possession. Joseph Fabre, 61, was arrested in a related incident on charges of possession of narcotics and violation of the offender registration act.

• Officers responded to the incident around 2:08 pm on February 12, 2026.
• Channa Cuchy was arrested around 2:14 pm on February 12, 2026.
• Joseph Fabre was arrested around 2:10 pm on February 12, 2026.

What’s next

The judge will determine if Channa Cuchy and Joseph Fabre will be released on bail at their upcoming court hearings.