Update 1:45 p.m. – According to the Riley County Police Department, the suspect pictures has been identified and additional details are expected to be released.

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MANHATTAN– Law enforcement authorities in Riley County are investigating numerous lewd and lascivious behavior reports involving an unknown suspect, according to a media release.

Kansas State University Police Department and Riley County Police Department have say the suspect has approached female victims and either touched himself or exposed himself inappropriately.

The man is described as a medium in complexion black male of average height and weight, has short braid style hair and may have a light beard.

The individual in the photo has been identified as a person of interest in these incidents and police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

Officers are currently seeking information about these crimes and ask that anyone with tips or information on the suspect’s identity contact the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers at 785-539-7777 or online