Three men have been sentenced to a combined 29 years in federal prison – one from Benton, Arkansas – for their roles in a major interstate drug-trafficking ring that funneled methamphetamine and cocaine into central Arkansas. The sentencing concludes a multi-year federal investigation that resulted in the conviction of 18 defendants involved in the conspiracy. […]
Alexander police chief refutes misconduct allegations following traffic stop
The Alexander Police Department has issued a statement on Tuesday, July 28th, vehemently denying accusations of inappropriate conduct made against its officers on social media following a recent traffic stop. Chief of Police Timothy Preator released the findings of an internal review on July 25, 2026, which included dash and body camera footage that he […]
Two-year investigation nets 300 pounds of Meth intended for Central Arkansas
Hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine that were headed for distribution all over the central Arkansas area, were intercepted by a multi-agency operation. Dozens of suspects were arrested. Read more below. A large-scale federal investigation into methamphetamine trafficking in Little Rock and North Little Rock that spanned two years and multiple states resulted in the arrest […]
Bryant police arrest woman on felony burglary charges after local boutique theft
Article published July 15, 2026, 10:48pm Updated July 16, 2026, 12:37pm A woman is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly shoplifting approximately $400 worth of merchandise from a Bryant boutique. Hannah Peters was arrested on July 15 after a social media appeal by the store’s owner led to her identification by community members and law […]
Benton woman had 20 counts of child sexually abuse materials; Pleaded guilty to one charge
UPDATE – JUL 7, 2026 A 29-year-old Benton, Arkansas woman could get up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty on Tuesday, to one count of distributing child pornography in federal court. The conviction stems from a 2024 investigation that uncovered over a hundred images and videos of child sexual abuse material on her […]
Benton man arrested on child stalking charges following local sting operation
A 50-year-old man was arrested by the Benton Police Department on a charge of internet stalking of a child following an incident at a local restaurant. Read more below. Jack Pittenger was booked into the Saline County Detention Center on June 29, 2026, and is currently being held on a $40,000 bond. According to a […]
ASP confirms Alexander council member’s arrest; Mayor’s statement from 2023 indicated suspicion
UPDATE JULY 2, 2026: Arkansas State Police (ASP) confirmed on Thursday with a statement that Lou “Juanita” Wilson, age 77 of Alexander, Arkansas, an elected City Council Member, was arrested for Forgery by Special Agents with the Criminal Investigation Division. In February 2026, at the request of Sixth Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney Will Jones, ASP […]
Arkansas man arrested and charged with impersonating a law enforcement officer
If you’ve been pulled over by this law enforcement officer, Arkansas State Police wants to hear from you. They although he claimed to be a deputy, and had all kinds of police equipment, he’s not an officer at all. Read more below. On Friday, June 26, 2026, around 1 p.m., an Arkansas State Police (ASP) […]
Arkansas Attorney General sues Snapchat, Roblox & Discord over child exploitation concerns
Some big tech companies are the target are accused of exploiting children – with some examples in Arkansas and even Saline County – in two lawsuits by the Arkansas Attorney General’s office. The lawsuits against Snap Inc., Roblox and Discord, allege that the platforms intentionally use addictive features that endanger minors. The state claims the […]
Saline County man among 39 arrests in Federal Operation, Seizing Firearms, Cash, Fentanyl and more
A Saline County man is among those arrested in a massive multi-agency law enforcement initiative that targeted fugitives across Arkansas. There were a total of 39 arrests, nine federal indictments, and the seizure of dozens of illegal firearms and large quantities of narcotics. Read more below. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of […]
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