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Names released following two bodies found in home
LEPANTO, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) - The Poinsett County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two bodies were found in a Lepanto home Friday morning. According to a release from the sheriff’s office, at around 9 a.m. on Friday, June 28, the Poinsett County Dispatch/911 Center received a 911 call that two bodies were found inside a home on Marlene Drive in Lepanto.
Police: Man flees in vehicle while intoxicated
BROOKLAND, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he fled from police while intoxicated. On Monday, June 24, Craighead County District Judge David Boling found probable cause to charge 31-year-old Gabriel Caleb Lopez with fleeing in a vehicle, reckless driving, refusal to submit to a chemical test, DWI, and resisting arrest.
Man accused of waving gun at woman delivering pizza
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he waved a gun at a woman who was delivering pizza. On Friday, June 28, Craighead County District Judge David Boling found probable cause to charge 21-year-old Joseph William Green with aggravated assault. According to the affidavit, on...
Highway open following crash with injuries
BROOKLAND, Ark. (KAIT) - Roads are now open following a vehicle crash with injuries. According to dispatch, the crash happened shortly before 4 p.m. on Thursday near the American Made General Store on Highway 49 in Brookland. Two injuries were reported and they were taken to the hospital by ambulance.
Ransomware attack on local bank
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – June 28, 2024 – Evolve Bank and Trust has confirmed it was the victim of a cybersecurity incident that involved customers’ data being illegally released on the dark web this week. A spokesperson for the Arkansas-based lender said they have engaged...
Police: Man arrested after choking woman
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he choked a woman in her home and stole her doorbell camera. On Wednesday, June 26, Craighead County District Judge David Boling found probable cause to charge 25-year-old Stefan Malik Hawthorne with aggravated assault on a family or household member, theft of $1,000 or less, and third-degree domestic battery.
Criminals Are On a Spree of Vehicle Break-Ins in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. – A large number of vehicle break-ins have been reported recently in Jonesboro, with police reports this week adding even more to the growing number. The crimes often occur at night, with the victim often not realizing their belongings have been stolen until the next morning. In every circumstance, breaking into a vehicle or unlawfully entering a vehicle is a felony crime. However, police must catch the perpetrators to charge them.
JPD hosts motorcycle rodeo
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The Jonesboro Police Department hosted its first-ever motorcycle rodeo. In the rodeo, the motor officers went through the cone training course and competed. Police departments from all over the state came to represent. The departments included Jonesboro, Fort Smith, Benton County Sheriff, and Little Rock. Jonesboro...
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