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Two juveniles held without bond for capital murder charge

Monday, June 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

Two minors were charged with capital murder after an apparent shooting that left a 17-year-old dead at the scene earlier this month. Deputy Prosecutor Beth Carson read from the affidavit submitted by Detective Keith Banks who stated that on June 9th police were dispatched to... Read More.

18-year-old Warren man arrested following shots fired call

Monday, June 12 by Staff

The Warren Police Department has arrested an 18-year-old Warren man after a victim was located following a shots fired call on Saturday, June 10. According to a press release from the Warren Police Department, a 911 call was made at approximately 10:36 p.m. Saturday June... Read More.

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$25,000 bond set for man accused of driving stolen vehicle

Monday, June 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

A $25,000 set for a Pine Bluff man accused of driving a stolen vehicle and fleeing from police. Deputy Prosecutor Beth Carson reported the probable cause affidavit by Detective Jason Boykin that states officers were patrolling on June 11th at approximately 4:30 pm and spotted... Read More.

$25,000 bond set for man accused of injury elderly girlfriend

Monday, June 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

A Pine Bluff man was arrested after allegedly grabbing and leaving bruises on his 75-year-old girlfriend. Reading from a probable cause affidavit by Detective Jason Boykin, Deputy Prosecutor Beth Carson stated that officers received a call on June 10th at 4:30 pm in reference to... Read More.

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$50,000 bond set for man accused of throwing sword at son

Monday, June 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

A $50,000 secured bond was set for 42-year-old Chad Avants of Redfield after being accused of throwing a sword at his son causing injury. Deputy Prosecutor Beth Carson read a probable cause affidavit by Detective Terri Patterson who stated that on June 10th at about... Read More.

Street department manager discusses citizen complaints and how they’re being addressed

Monday, June 12 by Staff

Citizens of Pine Bluff have been making their complaints regarding city streets known for some time now. Deltaplex News reporters constantly hear of complaints about the condition of roads from local citizens, and it is an issue that the city is working to address. Pine... Read More.

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Grandfather arrested after allegedly touching granddaughter inappropriately

Monday, June 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

Tyrone Leaver A Pine Bluff man was arrested on June 9th after his 11-year-old granddaughter reported that he touched her inappropriately. Reading from a probable cause affidavit by Detective Lakencia Smith Deputy Prosecutor Beth Carson said that officers were dispatched to Sheraton Park Drive regarding a... Read More.

21-year-old Pine Bluff man arrested after police chase in a stolen car

Sunday, June 11 by Staff

The Pine Bluff Police Department has made an arrest in relation to a stolen vehicle report made on Sunday. On Sunday, June 11, 2023, at approximately 4:32 p.m. Pine Bluff Officers located a white 2021 Toyota Camry that had been reported stolen early Sunday morning... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police make arrest in connection to May 18 murder

Saturday, June 10 by Staff

The Pine Bluff Police Department has made an arrest following the murder of a 17-year-old male on May 18, 2023. 21-year-old Vincent Tyler, Jr. was arrested Saturday on a charge of Capital Murder, Discharging a Firearm from Vehicle, Domestic Battery, and two outstanding warrants. On May... Read More.

White Hall teacher to attend training for classroom techniques with U.S. Marine Corps

Friday, June 9 by Staff

A local teacher will be spending time with the U.S. Marine Corp at Camp Pendleton in San Diego, learning great techniques she can bring back to her classroom. Christy Henslee from White Hall High School told Rick Walker about the program. Rick asked her how long... Read More.

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GFPB provides complete report of Urban Renewal Agency since its creation

Friday, June 9 by Greg

Go Forward Pine Bluff has written a in depth piece on the Urban Renewal Agency. GFPB CEO Ryan Watley stated that Urban Renewal and the former director has been a hot topic, "We have used this last week to gather the who, what, when,... Read More.

Traffic stop leads to 50,000 Fentanyl pills being seized

Friday, June 9 by Staff

During a routine traffic stop Monday on Interstate 40, Arkansas State Police seized approximately 50,000 Fentanyl pills and a firearm. The street value of the illegally manufactured drugs is estimated to be over $2 million. “There’s no telling how many lives were saved by taking such... Read More.

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