Benton Police Warn Residents about Scam

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On 8/19/13, at approximately 8:00 PM, officers made contact with a business owner about a possible phone scam.  The owner informed the officer they had received numerous phone calls from somebody claiming to be with Entergy Arkansas and telling them they were behind on their bill.  The scam artist also told them if they didn’t pay the bill immediately their power would be shut off within the hour

Vehicle Theft in Progress Call Leads to Three Arrests

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On 8/21/13, at approximately 2:45 PM, officers responded to the 800 Block of S. Summit Road on report of a vehicle theft in progress.  While in route, officers received descriptions and were able to locate the vehicle and suspects in question.

Third Arrest Stemming from a Disturbance Call Within a Week

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On 8/20/13, at approximately 8:15 PM, officers responded to 2019 Thomas Road in reference to a disturbance call.  Upon their arrival, officers spoke with the victim in the case who said the suspect had busted in the door to her residence and threatened to harm her with a brick. 

 

Disturbance Turns Into Felony Arrest

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On August 16th, at approximately 8:47 PM, officers responded to the Days Inn on report of a disturbance.  Upon their arrival they made contact with the victim who had been threatened by a suspect with a knife.  

 

Union Pacfic Railroad and Benton Police Team Up for Operation Lifesaver

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Officers with the Benton Police Department, in conjunction with Union Pacific Railroad, participated in Operation Lifesaver on August 13th and 14th.  Operation Lifesaver’s mission is to end collisions, deaths and injuries at highway-rail grade crossings and on rail property through a nationwide network of volunteers who work to educate people about rail safety.

 

Union Pacfic Railroad and Benton Police Team Up for Operation Lifesaver

Publication Date

Officers with the Benton Police Department, in conjunction with Union Pacific Railroad, participated in Operation Lifesaver on August 13th and 14th.  Operation Lifesaver’s mission is to end collisions, deaths and injuries at highway-rail grade crossings and on rail property through a nationwide network of volunteers who work to educate people about rail safety.