Manhattan Man Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges

Kevin Harbaugh faces $50,000 bond for alleged burglary, battery, and witness intimidation

Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:43pm

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A 44-year-old Manhattan man named Kevin Harbaugh was arrested on Monday night and charged with aggravated burglary, domestic battery, intimidation of a witness, and violation of a protection order. The charges stem from an incident reported on March 27th involving a 39-year-old female victim.

Why it matters

Domestic violence cases are a serious concern in many communities, with long-lasting impacts on victims and their families. This arrest highlights the need for effective law enforcement response and judicial oversight to address such crimes and protect vulnerable individuals.

The details

According to the Riley County Police Department, officers filed a report on March 27th for the alleged domestic-related crimes. Harbaugh was identified as the suspect and was arrested on March 30th in the 1000 block of Limey Place. He was issued a $50,000 bond and remains in the Riley County Jail.

  • The incident was reported to police on March 27th.
  • Harbaugh was arrested on March 30th.

The players

Kevin Harbaugh

A 44-year-old Manhattan resident who was arrested and charged with domestic violence-related crimes.

39-year-old woman

The victim in this domestic violence case.

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What’s next

Harbaugh will remain in jail on the $50,000 bond while the case proceeds through the judicial system.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing challenge of domestic violence in many communities and the importance of robust law enforcement response and judicial oversight to protect victims and hold offenders accountable.