Benton Mayor Tom Farmer writes an open letter monthly to citizens, with news and updates. Here’s the letter for February 29, 2024, highlighting first responders, Freddie Rhinehart, I-30 construction, and upcoming March events: Dear Bentonites, Wow, February has come and gone, and spring is around the corner. Yes, February is the shortest month in our calendar, […]
Benton restaurant owner in jail again after more sex charges surface
UPDATE FEB 28, 2024 A restaurant owner was initially arrested on January 25, 2024 and charged with two counts of Sexual Assault Fourth Degree. Benton Police Department investigated the case and ended up charging Tim Steppach, then age 46, with more crimes. BNPD arranged with Steppach to turn himself in. He was taken into custody […]
[VIDEO] Police from around the state hold emotional procession for Benton Detective; Memorial service Nov 11th
Nov 9, 2023 – In a somber display of love and respect, a multi-agency procession of law enforcement escorted Detective James “Mike” Lett from the Arkansas State Crime Lab in Little Rock, to the Smith Benton Funeral Home in Downtown Benton. Nov 11 2023 – On Saturday, November 11, 2023, a walking processional made their […]
Off-duty Benton officer catches group allegedly stealing from cars at soccer game
A chase began Thursday night at a Benton sporting event and ended in Bryant. Benton Police officers arrested three out of four subjects. About 8:00 p.m. on October 19, 2023, word got to an off-duty Benton Police officer that individuals were entering vehicles in the parking lot of the soccer field at the Boys & […]
Benton Police need your help searching for runaway teen boy
Tristan Suit, age 14, of Benton had gone missing and presumed a runaway. He was last seen in the 1200 block of West South Street in Benton on 8/30/23. He was wearing a blue New York hat, Razorback hoodie, and white sneakers. He has had contact with family but refuses to return home. He […]
Benton man charged related to school threat
Benton parents are concerned after hearing there may have been a threat to one of the schools. A man is being investigated, but it’s unclear whether there was ever a threat to Angie Grant Elementary School. Benton Police officers (BNPD) identified a subject and arrested him. William Boyd, age 61, of Benton is accused of […]
PD identifies pedestrian victim in frontage road accident with vehicle
POSTED AT 1130AM AUG 10, 2023 – UPDATED 530PM AUG 11, 2023 The Benton Police Department is currently investigating a fatal accident on the frontage road. In a statement, the BNPD said there was a vehicle versus a pedestrian that they were call to, just after 9:30 a.m. Chief Hodges stated that the pedestrian is […]
Elementary students honor first responders with donuts on National Peace Officers Memorial Day
Students at Hurricane Creek Elementary School have been learning about first responders, according to their teacher Hannah Stringer, and PTO president Amy Parnell. Parnell said the children wanted to honor all first responders on Monday. It happens that it is National Peace Officers Memorial Day. This is an official day in the United States, meant […]
13yo boy FOUND
Update: The boy is home safe. [Photo deleted] A Benton, Arkansas mother is getting the word out to find her missing son, Kai Taylor. He is age 13 and described as 5 feet, 6 inches tall and about 110 pounds. He has very long blonde hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a […]
Benton PD to host clinic April 8th on Correct Car Seat Installation
Do you know for sure that your child is sitting properly in a car safety seat and that is it properly installed in the vehicle? Even if you think you are sure, why not have certified car seat technicians check them for you free of charge? Join the Benton Police Department for a “Car Seat Clinic” from […]
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