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2 Injured, 1 Missing After Explosion at Arkansas Defense Weapons Plant
CAMDEN, Ark. (AP) — An explosion at a defense weapons plant in Arkansas injured at least two people Wednesday and left another missing, the facility's operators said. The explosion happened at the General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems' plant in Camden, about 86 miles (138 kilometers) south of Little Rock, a company spokesperson said. The company initially called it an “incident involving pyrotechnics" but later confirmed it was an explosion.
FBI arrests Arkansas man involved in Jan. 6 Capitol riot, caught deploying fire extinguisher at police
An individual from Arkansas is now in custody for his involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot. According to a recently released statement, he is facing charges related to his actions on that day. The FBI has arrested David Michael Camden, a 45-year-old resident of Tontitown, Arkansas, as reported by...
Man arrested for machine gun conversion device in Corrigan pleads guilty
BEAUMONT, Texas (KTRE) - An Arkansas man arrested in Corrigan in 2022 for possessing a machine gun conversion device pleaded guilty Tuesday. Jajuan Lee Bonds, 23, of Little Rock, was arrested on July 21, 2022, after a traffic stop turned probable cause search found an illegal device to convert a handgun to a fully automatic weapon. On Tuesday, Bonds pleaded guilty before U.S. Magistrate Judge Christine L. Stetson in Beaumont.
Pulaski County Traffic Stop Uncovers Drugs, Guns, and Kidnapping Suspect
A multi-jurisdictional investigation has unearthed evidence regarding the reported kidnapping, aggravated assault, and torture of a Searcy resident in Pulaski County. On Wednesday, during a traffic stop on Highway 67/167, authorities intercepted 33-year-old Renford Williams from Jacksonville, who had an active trafficking warrant from the Cabot Police Department. Additionally, Williams was identified as a person of interest in the aforementioned kidnapping case. During this stop, officials found around one pound of methamphetamine and approximately 1000 fentanyl-laced pills.
Sherwood Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison For Money Laundering
SHERWOOD (KATV) — Karen Hoskins, 63, of Sherwood, will spend 15 months in federal prison after being indicted for money laundering. Jonathan D. Ross, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas, announced the sentence, which Chief United States District Judge Kristine G. Baker handed down on Monday, July 1.
Newport man pleads guilty to manslaughter in death of Little Rock man after drug buy
Newport Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter in Deadly Drug Deal. A Newport man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of a Little Rock man, following a drug deal that turned deadly. The incident occurred when the two men met to exchange drugs, but the transaction took a tragic turn.
Arkansas troopers say Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over this Fourth of July
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Ahead of the Independence Day holiday, the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office, along with local law enforcement, are ramping up their "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign. "Troopers will be out enforcing the zero-tolerance policy in place for DWI driving, speeding, following too...
Little Rock police investigate after person hit and killed by train
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Little Rock Police Department is now investigating an incident where a person was killed after being hit by a train on Monday evening. According to reports, police confirmed that a person died after they were hit by a train near Geyer Springs Road and 65th Street.
Little Rock officials issue fireworks warning ahead of July Fourth
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Wednesday, Little Rock police and fire officials shared some helpful tips and reminders regarding safety ahead of July Fourth celebrations. Little Rock Police Chief Heath Helton's first reminder was that people don't need safety tips because the city bans the personal use of fireworks.
Plea change hearing scheduled for person accused of kidnapping and murdering an Arkansas woman and unborn baby
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A plea change hearing has been set for Amber Waterman, a woman accused of kidnapping and murdering an Arkansas woman and her unborn baby. After multiple delays, Waterman was set to go on trial alongside her husband, Jamie, on Oct. 21 for their federal case. Now,...
Search underway for missing man in Pulaski County
PULASKI COUNTY, Ark. — The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 23-year-old who was last seen on Tuesday, June 18. Cesar Ramirez was reported missing out of Pulaski County after he was last seen near Baseline Road in Little Rock. He is described as having black hair, brown eyes, a height of 5'5", and a weight of 260.
Pulaski Co. Sheriff's Office receives over $369K in opioid settlement
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office was awarded $369,823.97 on Wednesday as part of an opioid settlement from the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership (AROP). Pulaski County Sheriff Eric Higgins said the funding marks a significant step forward in the county's efforts to combat opioid misuse and...
Fordyce Survivors Fund established to aid those impacted by mass shooting
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — In response to the devastating mass shooting that injured multiple and killed four people at the Mad Butcher Grocery store on June 21, the Arkansas Community Foundation (ARCF) has established the Fordyce Survivors Fund. The fund will provide direct aid and financial assistance to the...
Arkansas State Police arrest suspect involved in Jacksonville shooting that injured child
JACKSONVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas State Police arrested 28-year-old Terry Rhodes Jr., a Jacksonville shooting suspect who has been on the run since early June. The Jacksonville Police Department said Rhodes was arrested Tuesday and will be charged with 14 counts of terroristic act, one count of possession of firearms by certain persons, one count of first-degree battery, two counts of endangering the welfare of a minor and four counts of aggravated assault.
Conway police find fireworks outside movie theater while responding to alleged gunshots call
CONWAY, Ark. — Conway police responded to a report of possible shots fired at a Cinemark movie theater on the evening of July 1. The caller reported hearing what sounded like gunshots while in a single auditorium at the theater. They then quickly exited the building and contacted authorities.
Little Rock man pleads guilty to charges after entering US Capitol during Jan. 6 riot
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — 73-year-old Daniel Hatcher from Little Rock pleaded guilty to multiple charges connected to the Jan. 6 riot, including disorderly conduct and parading in a capitol building. In a letter from the US Department of Justice, it's outlined that Hatcher agreed to plea guilty to the...
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