Benton Police Department officers encountered a male subject with a gun in the lobby just before 4:30 Friday afternoon. Following multiple officer response and negotiations, the subject was taken into custody without incident. No injuries occurred.
Special thanks to surrounding agencies who quickly responded to assist- Saline County Sheriff’s Office, Saline County Office of Emergency Management, Pafford EMS, and Benton Fire Department (and any others that may have inadvertently not been mentioned).
This is an ongoing investigation. More information may be released as it becomes available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Benton Police Department at 501-778-1171 or 501-776-5947. You can also text “BENTONPD plus your message” to 847411 or leave a tip via the official BNPD app.