Suspect arrested in Riley Co. bodies case

RILEY COUNTY, Kansas - New details are emerging in the investigation surrounding the discovery of two dead bodies in Riley County.

Authorities have identified the victims and say a suspect is now behind bars.

A hunter found the two bodies last week in a shallow grave northwest of Manhattan. The chief says the victims are 18-year-old Tanya Maldonado and her 15-month-old son Juan. Both were from the Chicago area.

A 22-year-old man was arrested near Austin, Texas in connection with the crimes. He's currently being held on a $2.5 million bond.

Stay with KSN for more on this story Monday night.

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