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Desha County Circuit Court Issues Sentences in Multiple Cases

Friday, November 21 by Luke Matheson

Several defendants entered negotiated pleas and were sentenced Monday, November 17, in Desha County Circuit Court. Kentracion Vincent pleaded guilty to possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance. Vincent was sentenced to one year of supervised probation and ordered to pay a $1,000 fine. Conner Woodyard... Read More.

Multi-Agency Pursuit Ends in Arrest of Louisiana Fugitive in Desha County

Wednesday, November 19 by Luke Matheson

A Louisiana man wanted on a nationwide warrant was taken into custody Saturday afternoon after a multi-jurisdictional police pursuit that began in Grady and ended in Desha County, authorities said. According to a press release, the incident began on Saturday, November 15, at approximately 1:54... Read More.

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Desha County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Suspect in Vehicle Theft

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man believed to be involved in a recent vehicle theft. Authorities released a photo of a white male wearing a cap. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the suspect drives an older-model... Read More.

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Holds Award and Promotion Ceremony

Sunday, October 12 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sheriff’s Office held an award and promotion ceremony on Friday, October 10, with Sheriff Mitch Grant presenting honors to several deputies for their service, bravery, and leadership. Sergeant Roland Brown, a 28-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office with 33 total years of... Read More.

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Desha County Sex Offender Compliance Team Conducting Checks Ahead of Halloween

Friday, October 10 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sex Offender Compliance Team has released a current list of Level 3 and Level 4 registered sex offenders residing in the county. Officials said the team will be conducting compliance checks throughout the Halloween season to ensure that all registered offenders are... Read More.

One Man Dead After House Fire in Desha County

Saturday, September 13 by Luke Matheson

A house fire in Desha County Friday night left one man dead, according to the Desha County Sheriff’s Office. Desha County Central Dispatch received multiple 911 calls at 8:13 p.m. reporting a fire at 203 East Third Street in Reed, with reports that residents might... Read More.

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High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Gould Man in Desha County

Monday, September 1 by Luke Matheson

A Gould man was arrested Sunday morning after leading police on a high-speed chase that reached speeds of more than 130 mph across multiple highways in Desha County. According to law enforcement, the incident began around 9:19 a.m. when a McGehee police officer spotted a... Read More.

Man Charged with Assaulting Mother in Desha County

Thursday, August 14 by Luke Matheson

A 36-year-old man is in custody after allegedly assaulting his mother at a residence on State Highway 1 in the Pea Ridge community. According to the Desha County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Austin Freeman responded to the home on August 6, 2025, and found the victim... Read More.

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Desha County Sheriff Mitch Grant Announces Re-Election Bid

Wednesday, August 13 by Luke Matheson

Sheriff Mitch Grant has formally announced his intention to seek another term as Desha County’s top law enforcement officer. Grant, who has served as sheriff since January 1, 2023, made the announcement in a press release Wednesday, calling the role “the highest privilege of... Read More.

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Assists in City-Wide Operation, Captures Kidnapping Suspect

Tuesday, August 5 by Luke Matheson

A joint city-wide law enforcement operation between the Desha County Sheriff’s Office and the Dumas Police Department on Friday, August 1, led to the arrest of a suspect wanted in connection with a violent kidnapping incident. As part of a coordinated enforcement saturation effort, deputies... Read More.

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Desha County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes Newest Deputy, K-9 Yoshi

Thursday, July 24 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sheriff’s Office is proud to introduce its newest addition to the team: K-9 Yoshi, an 18-month-old Belgian Malinois born in Budapest, Hungary. Yoshi brings advanced training and critical skills that will greatly enhance the Office’s capabilities in public safety and law... Read More.

Wayne Smith Appointed Desha County Judge Following Passing of Judge Richard Tindall

Friday, July 18 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Quorum Court has appointed Wayne Smith as the new county judge following the recent passing of longtime County Judge Richard Tindall. Tindall, who served the county since 2018, passed away earlier this month, prompting the court to take swift action in filling... Read More.

Stories tagged with: desha

Desha County Circuit Court Issues Sentences in Multiple Cases

Multi-Agency Pursuit Ends in Arrest of Louisiana Fugitive in Desha County

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Suspect in Vehicle Theft

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Holds Award and Promotion Ceremony

Desha County Sex Offender Compliance Team Conducting Checks Ahead of Halloween

One Man Dead After House Fire in Desha County

High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Gould Man in Desha County

Man Charged with Assaulting Mother in Desha County

Desha County Sheriff Mitch Grant Announces Re-Election Bid

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Assists in City-Wide Operation, Captures Kidnapping Suspect

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes Newest Deputy, K-9 Yoshi

Wayne Smith Appointed Desha County Judge Following Passing of Judge Richard Tindall

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