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Inmate Shot During Escape Attempt at Varner Unit

An inmate at the Varner Unit was shot by a correctional officer Thursday morning after attempting to escape, according to a spokesperson for the Arkansas Department of Corrections. Officials said the inmate, who was on field duty at the time, attempted to flee the area.... Read More.
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Escaped Columbia County inmates apprehended

UPDATE: Columbia County Sheriff LeRoy Martin has issued a statement saying the four escaped inmates have all been captured and are in custody. ORIGINAL STORY: A search is underway after four inmates escaped the Columbia County Detention Facility according to Sheriff LeRoy Martin. The escaped inmates have been... Read More.

DYS juveniles escape from Dermott facility

Two teens in the Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Youth Services (DYS) custody left a juvenile treatment facility in Dermott without authorization Sunday night. Local law enforcement has been notified and continues to look for the youths. Arkansas law requires DYS to provide the... Read More.
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