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McGehee names Donaldson Interim Police Chief

Monday, April 7 by Ray King

The City of McGehee has announced that Terry Donaldson will serve as Interim Police Chief after the resignation of former Chief Scott Williams. Donaldson has been with the McGehee Police Department since 2007 and held the rank of Lieutenant. He has served as a patrol... Read More.

Arkansas State Police to launch high visibility enforcement to stop distracted driving

Thursday, April 3 by Luke Matheson

LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office (AHSO) is launching a state high-visibility enforcement effort, April 7-14, 2025, to deter distracted driving. Law enforcement officers statewide will work together to enforce texting and distracted-driving laws and remind drivers: Put the Phone Away... Read More.

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Arkansas State Police Interstate Criminal Patrol wins top honors at Gulf Coast Awards

Wednesday, April 2 by Luke Matheson

BILOXI, MISS. – The Arkansas State Police's Interstate Criminal Patrol (ICP) team received multiple accolades, including Agency of the Year, Officer of the Year, and Largest Cash Seizure at the Gulf Coast High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Awards in Biloxi, Miss., on April 1,... Read More.

Controversial Firing of Pine Bluff Police and Fire Chief’s Sparks Debate Over Transparency and Leadership

Thursday, March 27 by Alex Bivens

When she was running for Mayor of Pine Bluff, Vivian Flowers said she would make decisions about department heads based on available data. However, when she fired Police Chief Denise Richardson Monday, she said that firing was not for cause. In an appearance on the Oldies... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police Department investigating pharmacy burglaries

Wednesday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is investigating two coordinated pharmacy burglaries that occurred early Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Both incidents involved suspects using similar methods, including forced entry, disabled or ineffective alarms, and crawling to avoid detection. First Incident – 2302 W. 28th Ave. Around 4:12... Read More.

Woman killed after registered sex offender runs from Arkansas State Police

Wednesday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

A 29-year-old Memphis woman died as a result of injuries she sustained in a wreck following a high-speed pursuit on eastbound Interstate 40. On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, an Arkansas State Police (ASP) Trooper observed a white Dodge Ram pickup truck committing a traffic violation... Read More.

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City comments on Shirley Warrior named interim Police Chief of the Pine Bluff Police Department

Tuesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: The City of Pine Bluff has released the following information about the change of police chief: The City of Pine Bluff announces the separation of Police Chief Denise Richardson. Chief Richardson has served with dedication and commitment to the safety and well-being of our... Read More.

Controversy Erupts as Pine Bluff Mayor Fires Police and Fire Chiefs

Tuesday, March 25 by Alex Bivens

On Monday, Pine Bluff Mayor Vivian Flowers fired Police Chief Denise Richardson and Fire Chief Shauwn Howell, and the blowback was immediate on social media. In addition, Third Ward City Council Member Lanette Frazier was quick to voice her feelings. Frazier admitted that Flowers had... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Fraternal Order of Police releases statement on firing of Denise Richardson

Tuesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Fraternal Order of Police has released a statement on the firing of former Police Chief Denise Richardson by Mayor Vivian Flowers. That statement is shared below: As President of the Pine Bluff Fraternal Order of Police, I want to begin by acknowledging... Read More.

Denise Richardson releases statement following termination

Tuesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: Former Pine Bluff Police Chief Denise Richardson has released the following statement after her job was terminated by Mayor Vivian Flowers: To the men and women of PBPD, sworn and non-sworn, I consider you the best in the game, and I am honored to... Read More.

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Police and Fire Chief at McGehee announce resignations

Monday, March 24 by Ray King

At its most recent meeting, the McGehee City Council heard news that both the police and fire chiefs planned to leave their jobs. According to the McGehee-Dermott Times News, Fire Chief Ricky Terry and Police Chief Scott Williams submitted their official resignations to Mayor Jef... Read More.

Monticello Police Department warns citizens about scam calls

Monday, March 10 by Luke Matheson

The Monticello Police Department is warning citizens about scam calls from callers claiming to be a law enforcement officer asking for payment to resolve an alleged criminal matter. The MPD stated in a release that they do not call citizens asking for them to send... Read More.

Stories tagged with: police

McGehee names Donaldson Interim Police Chief

Arkansas State Police to launch high visibility enforcement to stop distracted driving

Arkansas State Police Interstate Criminal Patrol wins top honors at Gulf Coast Awards

Controversial Firing of Pine Bluff Police and Fire Chief’s Sparks Debate Over Transparency and Leadership

Pine Bluff Police Department investigating pharmacy burglaries

Woman killed after registered sex offender runs from Arkansas State Police

City comments on Shirley Warrior named interim Police Chief of the Pine Bluff Police Department

Controversy Erupts as Pine Bluff Mayor Fires Police and Fire Chiefs

Pine Bluff Fraternal Order of Police releases statement on firing of Denise Richardson

Denise Richardson releases statement following termination

Police and Fire Chief at McGehee announce resignations

Monticello Police Department warns citizens about scam calls

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