Arson arrest made for man out on bond for burglary

The Pontotoc County Sheriff reported multiple charges for a man that was out on bond in a different county for a previous burglary.

The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of the Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Department reported that on Wednesday night, June 19, 2024, Christopher Harrell, a 34-year-old male from Nettleton, MS, was arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including burglary of a dwelling, two counts of arson, and two counts of felony malicious mischief.

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These criminal acts occurred on March 14, 2024, in the 3000 block area of Hebron Road, Pontotoc County, MS according to a press release from the Pontotoc County Sheriff

At the time of his arrest, Harrell was already out on bond from Chickasaw County, MS, for a previous burglary committed in their jurisdiction. The CID is currently working to have his bond revoked to prevent him from being released back onto the streets.

Harrell's charges are now pending further legal proceedings, and the Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Department will release further information about this arrest as they become available.