UPDATE 09/29/17 2:22PM A minor-child passenger in a two-vehicle collision that occurred on Monday, Sept. 25, 2017, has succumbed to injuries sustained in the collision, becoming the second life lost in the incident. At approximately 3:58 p.m. Monday, officers with the Benton Police Department responded to a two-vehicle head-on collision at Benton Parkway near the intersection of […]
Suspect Description Updated on Mugging of Elderly Woman Inside Benton Store
Update 09/19/2017, 3:00PM: The police report from a mugging incident Monday morning, September 18, 2017 has been amended to describe the suspect as a black male juvenile. Except for names and exact address, this is the report narrative, verbatim: On 09/18/2017 at approximately 10:26 AM, I was dispatched to Walmart at 17309 I-30 in reference […]
Apply for Citizen’s Police Academy in Benton by Sept 22nd
The Benton Police Department is once again taking applications from citizens who wish to participate in the Citizens Police Academy (CPA). This course is designed to give participants a better understanding of police functions and responsibilities. Classes include: criminal investigation, patrol functions, narcotic investigations, school resource, crime prevention, traffic stops, K-9, and gun range. Get […]
Benton PD is “Bustin’ Burglars” in September
For September, the Benton Police Department (BNPD) is concentrating on apprehending criminals attempting burglarize properties. This “Bustin’ Burglars” initiative will also help citizens make security decisions to protect their property and family. Benton Police Chief Scotty Hodges stated, “We want to send a strong message to anyone coming to our city for these criminal activities, that […]
Benton PD Releases Arrest Info on Convenience Store Burglary
UPDATE 08/30/2017, 12:00PM At approximately 4:48 a.m. Tuesday, August 29th, a Benton Police officer on patrol noticed from across Interstate 30 that a vehicle had pulled into the parking lot of Mac’s Minnows and More (15920 I-30) and two men exited the vehicle. The officer then noticed the two men enter the store and while […]
Benton PD Investigating Bomb Threat at Walmart Sunday Night
At approximately 9:59 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27, the Benton Police Department responded to Walmart, located at 17309 Interstate 30, for a report of a bomb threat. Employees told officers they received a phone call of a man threatening to “blow up Walmart tonight.” The store was evacuated and the Little Rock Air Force Base Bomb […]
911 Call Leads to Burglary Arrest in Benton
A resident called 911 Tuesday morning after seeing a man attempt to remove a window air-conditioner unit from a Benton home. At approximately 8 a.m. Tuesday, August 22, 2017, Benton Police officers responded to the call on Dalewood Drive, but the suspect had fled the area. Officers later found the suspect, identified as Brandon D. […]
Benton PD to Focus on “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Now Thru Labor Day
Now through September 4th, the Benton Police Department, along with law enforcement officers throughout Arkansas and the nation, are participating in the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. This means officers will be increasing the number of patrols, setting up roadblocks, and using local media to reach out to all drivers. Officers will be aggressively […]
Benton Police Seek Help to Find Credit Card Fraud Suspect
The Benton Police Department is asking the public for help to identify this woman. She is wanted for questioning regarding fraudulent use of a credit card on August 11, 2017 at Phillips 66 on Interstate 30. If you have any information, contact the Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, and you can report anonymously at 501-776-5947 or […]
Shooting Suspect at Large; One Hospitalized After Incident in Downtown Benton Tuesday Night
UPDATE 08/16/2017 11:00AM At approximately 10:32 p.m. Tuesday, August 15, 2017, officers with the Benton Police Department responded to 221 Gunn Street for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival officers located an unresponsive male with a gunshot wound lying in the doorway of a residence. The victim was transported to Baptist Health Medical Center via Medflight. […]
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