Manhattan Man Arrested on Multiple Court Warrants

LaMichael Fewell taken into custody on charges of drug possession and firearm possession by a felon

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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A 35-year-old Manhattan man named LaMichael Fewell was arrested on Monday afternoon on multiple outstanding warrants, including a Riley County District Court warrant and a Kansas Department of Corrections warrant for probation and parole violations stemming from previous charges of possession with intent to distribute marijuana and criminal possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Why it matters

Repeat offenders and the enforcement of outstanding warrants are an ongoing challenge for law enforcement in the Manhattan area, as they work to address drug-related crimes and illegal firearm possession that can pose risks to public safety.

The details

Fewell was taken into custody around 1:15 pm on February 23rd in the 800 block of Yuma Street. He was issued no bond and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of reporting.

  • LaMichael Fewell was arrested on Monday, February 23rd, 2026 at approximately 1:15 pm.

The players

LaMichael Fewell

A 35-year-old Manhattan resident who was arrested on multiple outstanding warrants.

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The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in Manhattan regarding repeat offenders and the need to enforce outstanding warrants to address drug-related crimes and illegal firearm possession that can impact public safety in the community.