June 26, 2017

Report of a disturbance on Reine Street in Mena led to the arrest of Jason A. Wood, 39, of Mena, on Charges of Possession of an Instrument of Crime and Resisting Arrest. Also arrested was Jessica M. Fox, 36, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of an Instrument of Crime.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Zackery W. Benson, 24, of Mena, on a Charge of Public Intoxication.

June 27, 2017

Request for assistance on Polk 647 near Ink led to the arrest of Addam B. D. Dilbeck, 18, of Mena, on Charges of Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and No Liability Insurance. A 17-year-old male was issued a Juvenile Citation for Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance. The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian.

Arrested was Maegan L. Anderson, 26, of Fort Smith, on a Sebastian County Warrant.

Arrested was Charles D. Morgan, II, 40, of Mena, on a Warrant for Probation Violation.

June 28,  2017

Report of a disturbance on Highway 71 South near Grannis led to the arrest of Ava M. Dixon, 23, of Gillham, on Charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance. Additional information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Highway 71 South near Wickes of being harassed by an unknown person. Investigation continues.

Report from a Mena man of inappropriate behavior regarding a juvenile.

Report from complainant on Polk 616 near Mena of a person trespassing on their property led to the arrest of Daniel D. Howard, 36, of Hatfield, on a Charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Arrested by an officer with Arkansas Probation/Parole was Robert L. Wallis, 36, of Mena, on a Probation/Parole Violation.

June 29, 2017

Report of a disturbance on Polk 69 near Opal.  Deputies responded. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Polk 82 near Shady of damage done to a holding tank, totaling losses at $1,500.00. Deputy advised complainant of legal options.

A Citation for Possession of an Instrument of Crime was issued to Robert D. Krell, 51, of Mena.

Arrested was Stephanie E. Swint, 38, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Michael S. Milner, 22, of Grannis, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

June 30, 2017

Arrested was Jennifer D. Hobbs-Taff, 39, of Cove, on a Warrant for six counts of Violation of the Arkansas Hot Check Law.

Arrested was Malcolm R. Wells, 31, of Mena, on a Warrant for Probation Violation.

July 1, 2017

Report from complainant that speakers, valued at $50.00, had been stolen from a vehicle while parked at Wilhelmina Lake. Investigation continues.

Arrested was Kerstan L. Willis, 24, of Hatfield, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report of an ATV accident on Polk 125 near Rocky.

Report from Mena Regional Health System of a dog bite victim. The owner was advised to quarantine the animal for ten days.

July 2, 2017

Report from a Mena woman of being harassed by an acquaintance. Deputy advised complainant of legal options.

Report of a disturbance on Hornbeck Street in Hatfield led to Citations for Disorderly Conduct being issued to both Darla N. Henry, 33, of Hatfield, and Tyler Starr, 20, of Mena. Juvenile Citations for Disorderly Conduct were issued to both a 16-year-old female and a 17-year-old female.

Report from complainant on Polk 13 near Wickes of the break-in and theft of $240.00 in cash and change. Investigation continues.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Heather N. Turbeville, 22, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 23 Incarcerated Inmates, with 7 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

July 3, 2017

Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near Nunley of the theft of a horse, valued at $2,500.00. Investigation continues.

July 4, 2017

Traffic stop on Highway 71 South near Mena led to a Citation for Disobeying a Traffic Control Device being issued to Treyton C. Dial, 19, of Mena.

July 5,  2017

Report of a disturbance on Highway 246 East near Vandervoort. Deputies responded.  Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 40 near Mena of an accident involving fireworks. Deputy responded.

Report from a Mena woman that her 13-year-old daughter was being harassed by a known juvenile acquaintance. All parties were advised to cease all contact with one another.

Report from a Mena woman of problems regarding child custody exchange.

Arrested was Michael C. Martin, 33, of Mena, on a Drug Court Sanction.

July 6, 2017

Report from a Mena man of being harassed by an acquaintance.

Report from complainant on Highlane Lane near Potter of issues with a neighbor concerning animals and livestock.

July 7, 2017

Report from a Hatfield man of being threatened by an acquaintance.  Investigation continues.

Arrested was Brandon W. Rose, 19, of Mena, on two Warrants for Failure to Appear.

Report of a structure fire on Polk 62 near Big Fork.

Report from complainant on Butler Circle in Hatfield of damage to three tires, totaling losses at $525.00. Investigation continues.

July 8, 2017

Report from complainant on Highway 4 West near Cove of being threatened by an unknown individual. Complainant refused to press charges. Deputy advised all parties to cease all contact.

July 9, 2017

Report from Mena Regional Health System of a dog bite victim. The owner was advised to quarantine the animal for ten days.

Report from walk-in complainant of problems with child custody exchange. Deputy advised complainant of legal options.

Report from a Mena woman of being harassed by an acquaintance. Deputy advised complainant of legal options.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked two vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 21 Incarcerated Inmates, with 7 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

July 17, 2017

Traffic stop on Highway 88 East near Mena led to a Citation for Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License and No Liability Insurance being issued to Brandon W. Rose, 19, of Mena.

July 18, 2017

Arrested was Hannah L. White, 34, of Mena, on Warrants for Forgery and four counts each of Failure to Appear and Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report from complainant on Highway 71 North in Acorn of fraudulent credit card purchases.  Investigation continues.

Arrested was Melissa D. Turpin, 42, of Hatfield, on a Warrant for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Arrested was Andrew D. Morrison, 29, of Fort Smith, on Warrants for Absconding, Failure to Comply with a Court Order and a Probation/Parole Violation.

Report of a domestic disturbance on Polk 70 near Cherry Hill.  Suspect fled before deputy arrived. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

July 19,  2017

Report of reckless driving led to a Citation for Careless/Prohibited Driving being issued to William I. Foster, 18, of Mena.

Report of an ATV accident on Polk 412 near Potter. Deputy responded.

Report from complainant on East Street in Cove of forged checks, totaling losses at $700.00.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Polk 671 near Mena of the break-in to a storage building and the theft of tools, valued at $400.00.  Investigation continues.

Report of a disturbance on East Street in Cove.  Deputy responded. One of the parties left the residence for the evening.

July 20, 2017

Traffic stop on East Barton Street in Cove led to the arrest of Aaron M. Mink, 37, of Vandervoort, on Charges of DWI, Driving Left of Centerline, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License and Failure to Register a Vehicle.

July 21, 2017

Report of a disturbance on East Street in Cove led to the arrest of Jayden S. Brown, 20, of Wickes, on Charges of Aggravated Assault, Terroristic Act, Terroristic Threatening 1^st Degree and Possession of a Firearm by Certain Persons.

July 22, 2017

Report of an unattended death on Highway 8 East near Big Fork. Deputies responded. The scene was released to the Polk County Coroner.

Arrested was Anthony W. Cottman, 29, of Heavener, OK, on a Warrant for Felony Failure to Appear.

Report of an accident on Polk 48 near Potter led to the arrest of Alexandra C. Dolak, 29, of Mena, on a Charge of DWI.

Report from complainant on Polk 76 East near Acorn of the theft of three hens and a bench, all valued at $80.00.  Investigation continues.

July 23, 2017

Report from a Hatfield woman that her 17-year-old daughter was missing. The juvenile was located and issued Juvenile Citations for Disorderly Conduct and Possession of a Controlled Substance. The juvenile was returned to the custody of a parent/guardian. Additional information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report of a domestic disturbance on Polk 287 near Cove. Deputies responded. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 23 Incarcerated Inmates, with 12 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

July 23, 2017

Report was taken of a verbal dispute between a local man and woman. No charges were filed.

July 24, 2017

A local man reported that his neighbor’s dog got into his rabbit hutch and killed two rabbits. Case has been referred to animal control.

July 25, 2017

Murphy Ian McKenzie, 21, of Mena was charged with theft of property and fraudulent use of a credit card.

A local man reported that someone had stolen his prescription pain medication. Case is pending.

July 26, 2017

Jerry W. Haynes, 28, of Mena was charged with possession of a schedule VI controlled substance, two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, driving on a license suspended for DWI, and speeding. The arrest followed a traffic stop.

A Mena woman reported that someone had stolen her purse from the floorboard of a vehicle while she was at work at a local fast-food restaurant. Case is pending location and interview of suspects.

A local man reported that he believed someone had gained entry into his house while he was out. Case is pending.

July 27, 2017

Rachel Crow, 37, of Mena was charged with driving on a license suspended for DWI.

An employee at a local convenience store reported a gas skip in the amount of $18.07. Case is pending.

July 28, 2017

A Mena woman reported that her 8-year-old son was missing from her residence. After a search of the area, the boy was located and returned to his mother.

Gary Czarnetski, 23, of Mena was charged with reckless driving, driving on a suspended driver’s license, fleeing in a vehicle, and theft by receiving.

July 29, 2017

Christy Jean Grensberg, 21, a transient, was served an outstanding felony warrant from Seminole County, Oklahoma.

Timothy Davis, 54, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant from the Mena Police Department for failure to pay fines and court costs.

Larry Lee Kenyon, 46, of Mena was charged with public intoxication after a call from a local citizen regarding an intoxicated man.

Jordan Leigh Dodds, 20, of Mena was charged with theft of property (shoplifting) and criminal trespass after officers were called to a local retail store.

July 24, 2017

Report from complainant on Baker Road near Wickes of an attempted scam involving social media. Investigation continues.

July 25, 2017

Report of an ATV accident on Polk 61 near Board Camp.  Deputies responded.

Arrested was Neisha Wikel, 24, of Cove, on a Warrant for Domestic Battery 3^rd Degree.

July 26,  2017

Report of a domestic disturbance on Highway 278 East near Wickes led to the arrest of Jonathan M. Tidwell, 38, of Wickes, on a Charge of Domestic Battery 3^rd Degree.

Report from complainant on Lil George Lane near Yocana of an attempted break-in led to the arrest of Bradley E. Robinson, 25, of Oden, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report from complainant on Taylor Street in Hatfield of an unauthorized person in their residence. Deputies responded, no suspect was located.

Report from complainant on Polk 30 near Hatfield of their personal information being used to open credit card accounts without their permission. Investigation continues.

Arrested was Chance R. Wherley, 20, of Mena, on a Warrant for Probation Violation.

Report from a Mena woman of problems with her daughter led to a Juvenile Citation for Disorderly Conduct being issued to the 13-year-old female.  The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian.

Arrested was Jack A. Curry, 37,of Mena, on Warrants for Failure to Appear and Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

July 27, 2017

Report from a Gillham woman that her 15-year-old daughter was missing. Investigation continues into her whereabouts.

July 28, 2017

Report from complainant on River Lane near Ink of fraudulent charges on their debit card.  Investigation continues.

July 29, 2017

Traffic stop on Highway 8 West near Rocky led to the arrest of Billie H. Ray, 44, of Mena, on Charges of DWI, Faulty Equipment and Refusal to Submit.

Report from Mena Regional Health System of a dog bite victim from Hatfield. Investigation continues.

Report from a Mena man of being threatened via social media.

Arrested was Nathan M. Abell, 29, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report of an abandoned motorcycle on Polk 92 near Shady Grove.  The bike was returned to the owner. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

July 30, 2017

Report from complainant on Highway 375 East near Old Dallas of the break-in and theft of tools and electronics.  Investigation continues.

Report from a Hatfield man of being threatened by an acquaintance. Investigation continues.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Shawnee C. Abney, 41, of Hatfield, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 23 Incarcerated Inmates, with 14 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

July 30, 2017

No reports on file.

July 31, 2017

Jonathan D. Martin, 29, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to pay fines and court costs.

James Clayton Shaffer, 29, of Mena was charged with theft of property and criminal trespass after officers were called to a local residence.

Jack Allen Curry, 29, of Mena was charged with criminal trespass after a call to a local retail store.

August 1, 2017

Stephen P. Copelin, 64, of Mena was served a warrant for disorderly conduct.

Report was taken of the theft of items from a local farm store. Case is pending further investigation and evaluation of suspect.

August 2, 2017

Benjamin Murry, 38, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to pay fines and court costs.

Two 15-year-old Mena girls were charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after officers were called to a local retail store. The case was referred to juvenile authorities and the girls were released to their guardians.

A local man reported that someone had taken items out of his vehicle while it had been broken down on a local street. Case is pending.

August 3, 2017

Richard Chad James, 38, of Mena was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear.

Michael Wilson, 50, of Mena was charged with third degree battery after officers responded to a call at a local residence.

August 4, 2017

Report was taken from a Polk County woman who reported that a friend of her son was harassing her. Case is pending.

Benny Lee Anderson, 44, of Mena was charged with driving without a driver’s license, leaving the scene of an accident, and having no proof of insurance.

A local woman reported that her estranged husband’s current girlfriend is harassing her. Case is pending.

August 5, 2017

Report was taken of someone finding a backpack in a local park. The item was released to the police department, where it will be stored until such time as the owner is located.

July 31, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 181 near Mena of the theft of landscape timbers. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from a Hatfield man of inappropriate behavior involving a juvenile acquaintance.  Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Little Bear Lane near Mena of problems involving a neighbor.  Deputy responded.  Complainant refused to press charges.

Report from complainant on Little Bear Lane of vandalism done to a rope. Deputy responded.

August 1, 2017

Report from complainant on Elm Street in Wickes of the theft of a bow, valued at $60.00.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from a Mena woman of being threatened by an acquaintance. Deputy responded.

Report from complainant on Casey Lane near Nunley of the theft of a motorcycle, valued at $17,000.00. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 117 near Acorn of problems with a neighbor regarding property boundaries. Deputy responded and advised both parties that it was a civil issue.

Arrested was Candace S. Lawrence, 35, of Mena, on a Howard County Warrant.

Arrested by an officer with Arkansas Probation/Parole was Tammy J. Dowdy, 43, of Wickes, on a McCurtain County, OK Warrant.

August 2,  2017

Report of suspicious behavior led to a Juvenile Citation for Public Intoxication being issued to a 17-year-old female. The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian.

Arrested was Dennis R. Stinson, 39, of Mena, on a Charge of Public Intoxication.

Report from complainant on Aleeyah Lane near Mena of an unauthorized person on their property. The suspect fled, leaving suspicious property behind. Investigation continues.

Arrested was Kizzie E. Wallis, 33, of Mena, on a Drug Court Sanction.

Arrested was Timothy S. Woods, 41, of Hatfield, on a Drug Court Sanction.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Kelly J. Charleton, 32, of Grannis, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

August 3, 2017

Traffic stop on Highway 71 South near Hatfield led to the arrest of Brandon S. Riddle, 25, of Cove, on Charges of Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance and Possession of an Instrument of Crime.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Matthew B. Parnell, 24, of Wickes, on Warrants for two counts of Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

August 4, 2017

Arrested was Nathan M. Abell, 29, of Mena, on a Warrant for Theft of Property.

Report from a Mena man of a missing family member. The individual was later located.

August 5, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 630 near Shady of an unauthorized address change on an account.

August 6, 2017

Report from a Mena woman of being harassed by an acquaintance. Deputy advised suspect to cease all contact.

Report from complainant on Polk 246 near Grannis of the break-in and theft of several items from a residence, shed and camper. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Bowling Lane in Hatfield of a hit-and-run accident while traveling on Polk 26. Investigation continues.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Christopher A. Milam, 25, of Cove, on Charges of Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License and No Liability Insurance.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked two vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 22 Incarcerated Inmates, with 13 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

August 6, 2017

Shawn Matthew Leach, 25, of Mena was charged with residential burglary, theft of property, and public intoxication.  The arrest followed a call to a local residence.

August 7, 2017

A Mena woman reported that her purse was stolen from her vehicle while it was parked on the lot at her place of employment.  Case is pending further investigation.

August 8, 2017

Neighbors of a local couple reported them arguing.  Neither person wished to file charges.

Alban Robert Beckwith, 25, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant.  He was additionally charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license and having no vehicle insurance.

Michael Chance Martin, 33, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding felony warrant.

Darren Richard Mullins, 49, of Mena was charged with driving on a driver’s license suspended for DWI.

August 9, 2017

Two reports were made of feuding couples having altercations.  No charges were filed in either case.

August 10, 2017

Crystal Joy Vereyken, 44, of Mena was charged with DWI, leaving the scene of an accident, and refusal to submit to a chemical test.

A local woman reported she is being harassed by an acquaintance.  Case is pending.

Maria Carmen Williamson, 59, of Mena was charged with third degree battery after officers were called to a local residence.

August 11, 2017

Police responded to an open-door alarm at a local restaurant.  Authorities and a key holder searched the building and  it was secured.

Report was made of a homemade trailer being stolen from a local residence.  Case is pending.

August 12, 2017

An 11-year-old Mena boy was cited for criminal mischief and disorderly conduct after a call to a local store.  Case was forwarded to juvenile authorities.

August 7, 2017

Report from complainant on School Drive in Wickes of vandalism done to two buses, a building and a dumpster, totaling damages at $400.00. Investigation continues.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Marco A. Ortiz, 30, of Wickes, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

August 8, 2017

Report from a Mena woman of inappropriate behavior involving a juvenile. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

August 9, 2017

Arrested was Sheila M. Akers, 39, of Mena, on a Warrant for Delivery of a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance not Meth or Cocaine.

Report from complainant on West Johnson Street in Hatfield of a scam, totaling losses at $23,000.00.

Report from complainant traveling on Highway 88 East near Ink of damage done to a vehicle windshield, totaling losses at $300.00. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near Board Camp of the theft of prescription medication, valued at $270.00. Investigation continues.

Report of a disturbance on Trailwood Lane near Mena.  Deputies responded. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested was Tristen D. Chaney, 21, of Mena, on Warrants for Probation Violation and two counts of Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

August 10, 2017

Arrested was Ronda K. Brent, 51, on a Montgomery County, Texas Warrant.

August 11, 2017

Report from complainant on Weeping Willow Lane near Board Camp of a possible attempted scam.

Juvenile Citations for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of an Instrument of Crime were issued to a 17-year-old male. The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian.

August 12, 2017

Arrested was John A. Skipper, 21, of Smithville, OK, on a Charge of Carrying a Weapon and a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Citations for Drinking in Public and Possession of Alcohol by a Minor were issued to Dalton B. Thompson, 20, of Monroe, OK.

Report of a disturbance on Trailwood Lane near Mena led to the arrest of Roger A. Burton, 28, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear. Additional information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Andrew L. Butler, 43, of Cove, on Charges of DWI, Speeding, No Driver’s License, No Liability Insurance and Registration & Licensing Fees.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Travis E. Davis, 47, of Mena, on Charges of DWI, Careless/Prohibited Driving, No Liability Insurance and Registration & Licensing Fees.

August 13, 2017

Report of a one-vehicle accident on Polk 76 East near Mena led to the arrest of Stephen L. Cox, 37, of Mena, on Charges of DWI Drugs, Careless/Prohibited Driving, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, No Proof of Insurance and Failure to Register a Vehicle.

Arrested was Michael R. Belknap, 21, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report from complainant on East Boundary Road in Mena of being harassed by an acquaintance.  Deputy advised subject to cease all contact with complainant. Complainant refused to press charges.

Report of a disturbance on Crystal Lane near Mena. Deputies responded. All parties refused to press charges.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked two vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 18 Incarcerated Inmates, with 5 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

August 13, 2017

Nathaniel Cole, 19, of Mena was charged with minor in possession of alcohol after a call to a local residence.  Also charged with possession of alcohol by a minor were three youths, one age 17, two age 16, and a 13-year-old girl.

Nicholas Paul Brewer, 30, of Mena was charged with possession of a controlled substance.  The arrest followed a traffic stop.

August 14, 2017

Jesus Rashad Rodriguez, 18, of Mena was charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor and curfew violation after a traffic stop.  Also charged with the incident with a curfew violation was a 16-year-old Mena boy.

August 15, 2017

Christopher Brown, 21, of Mena was charged with disorderly conduct after a call to a disturbance at a local residence.

August 16, 2017

Derrick P. Lester, 42, of Mena was charged with public intoxication after officers responded to a call at a local state business office.

August 17, 2017

David Sinyard, 41, of Mena was charged with theft of property (shoplifting), public intoxication, and breathing or inhaling intoxicants.  The arrest followed a call to a local retail store.

August 18, 2017

Robert Samuel Bush, 34, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant from Polk County.

Wendy Blanche Baugh, 43, of Mena was charged with public intoxication after an incident at the Polk County Courthouse.

Jeramy D. Syzmanski, 41, of Cove was charged with DWI after officers were called to a disturbance at a local residence.

A local woman reported that someone had entered her home while she was out and had stolen a camera, cash, and prescription medications.  Case is pending further investigation.

August 19, 2017

Patricia Lynne Jackson, 49, of Mena was charged with criminal trespass after officers responded to a call at a local retail store.

A local woman reported the theft of cash from the console of her vehicle.  Case is pending further investigation.

August 14, 2017

Report from complainant on Highway 270 near Acorn of an unattended death.  The scene was released to the Polk County Coroner.

Report from a Mena woman of being harassed by an acquaintance.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Katrina J. Douglas, 37, of Colorado, on a Colorado Warrant.

August 15, 2017

Report of five people being stranded on an island on Gillham Lake.  The people were rescued and the scene was released to an officer with the Arkansas Game and Fish.

August 16, 2017

Arrested was Sarah B. Dickerson, 32, of Mena, on Charges of Public Intoxication, Criminal Trespass and Resisting Arrest.

Report from complainant on Polk 107 near Acorn of the theft of appliances from a rental property.  Deputy responded.

Arrested was Zachary A. Lunsford, 29, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested was Tyler W. Everett, 25, of Mena, on a Drug Court Sanction.

August 17, 2017

Report from complainant on Highline Lane near Potter of the theft of a firearm, a fishing pole and reel and cologne, all valued at $635.00.  Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 40 near Potter of a burglary in progress.  Suspect fled before deputies arrived.  Investigation continues.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Haley N. Kelley, 21,of Texarkana, Arkansas, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

August 18, 2017

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Scotty D. Baxter, 38, of Wickes, on a Body Attachment Warrant.

August 19, 2017

Report of a one vehicle accident on Polk 38 near Potter.  Deputies responded.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Polk 689 near Mena of problems with a neighbor regarding property boundaries.  Deputy responded.

Arrested was Hailey D. Gilley, 23, of Texarkana, TX, on a Warrant for Probation Violation.

Report of an ATV accident on Bean Drive in Hatfield.  Deputies responded.

August 20, 2017

Report from complainant on Trailwood Lane near Mena of the theft of a motor, valued at $2,500.00.  Investigation continues.

Request for assistance at Polk 115 near Acorn.  Deputy responded.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked two vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 22 Incarcerated Inmates, with 8 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

August 21, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 42 near Potter of damage done to a fence, totaling losses at $200.00. Investigation continues.

Report from a Mena woman that her adult grandson is missing. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 681 near Cherry Hill of the receipt of suspicious items in the mail.  Investigation continues.

Arrested was Kevin A. Gigliotti, 29, on a Sevier County Warrant.

August 22, 2017

Arrested was John D. Westfall, 22, of Mena, on four Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report from complainant on Polk 107 near Acorn of the theft of lumber, valued at $500.00.  Investigation continues.

Arrested was Blake D. Loyd, 23, of Watson, OK, on a Warrant for Felony Failure to Appear.

Report from complainant on Highway 88 East near Yocana of the break-in and theft of sporting equipment, valued at $400.00. Investigation continues.

August 23, 2017

Arrested was Tanner L. Milham, 19, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Report from walk-in complainant of a physical disturbance. Complainant refused to press charges.

Request for a welfare check on Heritage Lane near Hatfield.

Report of a disturbance on Polk 45 near Shady Grove. Deputies responded.

Report from complainant on Polk 256 near Wickes of an earlier disturbance. Deputy responded.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Daniel I. Tinajero, 20, of Dequeen, on Charges of Faulty Equipment, Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance with Purpose to Deliver and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

August 24, 2017

Report from complainant on Rock Creek Lane near Potter of the theft of tools and building materials, all valued at $4,535. Investigation continues.

Arrested by an officer with Arkansas Probation/Parole was Zackery W. Benson, 24, of Mena, on Warrants for Failure to Appear, Failure to Comply with a Court Order, Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle and a Body Attachment Warrant.

August 25, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 14 near Vandervoort of being harassed by an acquaintance.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested was Brandon W. Rose, 19, of Mena, on three Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested was Lane M. Keene, 18, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested was Trevor A. Mckinley, 46, of Haughton, LA, on Charges of Reckless Driving, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License, Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance and Possession of Meth or Cocaine.

August 26, 2017

Report of a one vehicle accident on Polk 50 near Potter led to the arrest of Alan K. Rector, 42, of Mena, on Charges of Possession of a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance, Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Report of a sawmill on fire on Polk 29 near Hatfield, causing $2,300.00 in damages.  Investigation continues into the origin of the fire.

Report from complainant on Stevenson Drive in Wickes of the theft of a phone, prescription medication and cash, all valued at $940.00. The phone was later returned to the owner. The complainant refused to press charges.

Report from complainant on Polk 18 near Cove of the theft of electronics, valued at $35.00.  Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 32 near Cove of the theft of a vehicle, valued at $3,000.00.  Investigation continues.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Mark A. Blehm, 24, of Mena, on a Charge of DWI.

August 27, 2017

Traffic stop on Highway 71 near Mena led to Citations for Failure to Obey a Traffic Light and No Proof of Insurance being issued to Caleb L. Wright, 20, of Holdenville, OK.

Report from complainant on Pellet Lane near Mena of damage to a gate and post, totaling losses at $150.00.  Investigation continues.

Traffic stop in Hatfield led to the arrest of William A. Byrum, 26, of Hatfield, on Charges of DWI and Failure to Use a Turn Signal. Also arrested was Lacie L. Howell, 41, of Mena, on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct.

Report of a one vehicle accident on Polk 37 near Potter resulted in Citations for Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License and Careless/Prohibited Driving being issued to Sandra J. Murphy, 27, of Hatfield.

Traffic stop on West Barton Street in Cove led to the arrest of Stanley D. Plumley, 45, of Cove, on Charges of Possession of a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance not Meth or Cocaine with Purpose to Deliver, Possession of a Schedule IV/V Controlled Substance with Purpose to Deliver, Possession of Meth or Cocaine with Purpose to Deliver, Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Arrested was Lawrence E. Houser, 30, of Wickes, on Charges of Terroristic Threatening 2^nd Degree and Disorderly Conduct.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 21 Incarcerated Inmates, with 8 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

August 27, 2017

Debra Beshears, 46, of Mena was arrested on two outstanding warrants for failure to pay fines and court costs.

Kyle Woody, 22, of Mena was charged with public intoxication and possession of drug paraphernalia.  The arrest followed a call to a local neighborhood after report of a disturbance was received.

Report was made of the theft of two appliances from the dock of a local retail/catalog store.  Case is pending.

August 28, 2017

A local man reported that someone had stolen gasoline and a logging chain from his property.  Investigation is underway.

Susie James, 39, and a 13-year-old youth, both of Mena, were charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after officers responded to a call at a local retail store.

August 29, 2017

Rachel Renee Tarkington (Wolf) was arrested on outstanding a warrant from the Mena Police Department.

Christy Jean Grensberg, 21, of Mena was charged with possession of methamphetamine or cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and disorderly conduct.  The arrest followed a call and subsequent investigation from employees at a local convenience store.

Jesse Dean Henry, 27, of Mena was served two outstanding warrants.

August 30, 2017

Robert Christopher Jackson, 37, of Mena was charged with terroristic threatening and criminal trespass after a call to a local neighborhood.

August 31, 2017

Brandon E. Powell, 32, of Mena was charged with DWI and having no driver’s license.  The arrest followed a call to an accident.

A 10-year-old Mena girl was cited for disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, carrying a weapon, and fleeing.

September 1, 2017

Report was made of damage to a sign at a local medical clinic.  Case is pending location and interview of suspect.

September 2, 2017

Nathaniel Posey, 28, of Choteau, Oklahoma was charged with DWI and careless driving after a traffic stop.

August 28, 2017

Traffic stop on Polk 38 near Hatfield led to the arrest of Greg D. Brewer, 48, of Mena, on a Body Attachment Warrant.

Report of a disturbance on Polk 256 near Wickes led to the arrest of Lawrence E. Houser, 30, of Wickes, on Charges of Disorderly Conduct and Terroristic Threatening 2^nd Degree.

Report from complainant on Highway 8 East in Big Fork of the theft of a bow, valued at $1,500.00.  Investigation continues.

Report from walk-in complainant of being harassed by an acquaintance.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report of a death on Highway 88 West near Mena.  Deputy responded.  The scene was released to the Polk County Coroner.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Alex B. Tucker, 18, of New Iberia, LA, on Charges of Speeding and Careless/Prohibited Driving.

August 29, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 32 near Cove of the theft of a mannequin, valued at $200.00.  Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 18 near Vandervoort of suspected stolen electronics, valued at $200.00.  The property was returned to the owner.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report of a suspicious vehicle on Strother Lane near Yocana.  Deputy responded. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

August 30, 2017

Report of a disturbance on Polk 193 near Yocana.  Deputies responded.

Arrested was Bryan E. Sturgis, 50, of Mena, on a Bond Revocation Warrant and Charges of Misbranded Drug, Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Carrying a Weapon.

August 31, 2017

Report from complainant on Highway 71 North near Acorn of computer fraud involving banking information.  Investigation continues.

September 1, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 280 near Cove of being threatened by an acquaintance.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Luke P. Gonzalez, 59, of Grannis, on Charges of DWI, Driving Left of Center and Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License.

September 2, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 88 near Ink of receiving suspicious text messages.  Deputy forwarded information to the proper authorities.

Arrested was Michael W. Thomas, 37, of Cove, on a Warrant for Disorderly Conduct.

Arrested was Jessica A. Simmons, 32, of Cove, on Warrants for Harassment and two counts of Disorderly Conduct.

Report from complainant on Polk 52 near Mena of a robbery, totaling losses at $320.00.  Deputies responded.  Investigation continues.

Arrested was Donnie E. Jennings, 39, of Malvern, on a Warrant for Absconding.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Yancarlos Marroquin-Toledo, 31, of Dequeen, on Charges of Possession of Meth or Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

September 3, 2017

Arrested was Seara S. Trammel, 22, of Wickes, on two Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report from complainant on Polk 13 near Wickes of the theft of a phone, valued at $100.00.  The phone was located and returned to the owner.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Polk 72 near Yocana of the theft of a tractor and brush hog, valued at $10,000.00.  Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 26 near Hatfield of being threatened and battered by an acquaintance.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 29 Incarcerated Inmates, with 10 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

September 3, 2017

Dakota Bullard, 18, of Mena was charged with disorderly conduct and fleeing after an incident at a local mobile home park.

September 4, 2017

Brandy Irene Holt, 36, and Vicky Lynn Cambre, 58, both of Mena, were charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after officers were called to a local retail store.

September 5, 2017

A Mena woman reported that someone had stolen her debit card and used it in a vending machine at her place of employment.  The card was later found and returned to her.  Case is pending.

September 6, 2017

Wesley Harold Henry, 33, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

A Mena woman reported that someone had stolen laundry from a dryer at a local laundromat.  Case is pending.

A local man said he had bought a washer and dryer from a woman.  He had paid for the items, but when he called to make arrangements to pick them up, the woman did not respond.  Case is pending further investigation.

September 7, 2017

A Mena woman reported that someone had stolen and used her credit card.  Her bank and merchants have made some reimbursements, but some items are still outstanding.  Case is pending.

September 8, 2017

A Mena woman reported that someone had stolen her cell phone from her apartment.  Case is pending.

September 9, 2107

Report was made of a fight at a peewee football game between parents of opposing players.  No one wished to press charges.

September 4, 2017

Traffic stop led to Citations for No Liability Insurance and Fictitious Tags being issued to Cody W. Lane, 22, of Mena.

Report from Mena Regional Health System of a possible battery victim.  Deputies responded.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report of a disturbance in Wickes involving a juvenile.  Deputies responded.

Report of a disturbance on Polk 57 near Nunley.  Deputies responded.  Complainant refused to press charges.

Traffic stop on Highway 246 West near Hatfield led to the arrest of Donnie E. Jennings, 39, of Malvern, on a Warrant for Absconding.

Report of inappropriate behavior involving a juvenile.  Investigation continues.

Report of a dog bite victim at Mena Regional Health System.  Deputy responded.

Report from complainant on Polk 76 East near Mena of being harassed by an acquaintance.  Deputy advised suspect to cease all contact.

Report of a disturbance on Polk 121 near Mena.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested was Renee D. Veal, 46, of Hatfield, on Charges of Public Intoxication, Possession of a Schedule IV/V Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Report from complainant on Highway 375 West near Potter of the theft of vehicle titles.

Traffic stop on Highway 980 near Mena led to a Citation for Careless Driving being issued to Jacob C. Brown, 19, of Shreveport, LA.  Citations for Careless Driving and No Liability Insurance were issued to Seth A. Steele, 18, of Shreveport, LA.

Arrested was Timmy R. Lane, 29, of Norman, on a Body Attachment Warrant.

Traffic stop on Highway 375 West near Mena led to Citations for No Driver’s License and No Proof of Insurance being issued to a 17-year-old male.

Arrested was Jennifer S. Hale, 23, of Oden, on a Charge of Obstructing Governmental Operations and a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

September 5, 2017

Report from a Mena man that his 15-year-old daughter was missing.  The juvenile was later located and returned to the custody of her parents.

Traffic stop on Polk 165 near Potter led to a Citation for Careless/Prohibited Driving being issued to Adam C. Stoeckinger, 20, of Mena.

September 6, 2017

Report from complainant on Highway 71 South near Cove of the break-in and theft of a firearm.  Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Highway 246 East near Vandervoort of being harassed by an acquaintance.  Deputy responded.

Arrested was Windal D. Loyd, 36, of Watson, OK, on a Warrant for Probation Violation.

Arrested was Billy P. Souther, 31, of Cove, on Warrants for Impairing the Operation of a Vital Public Facility and Probation Violation.

Report of a disturbance on Polk 41 South near Potter.  Subject left the residence before deputies arrived.

September 7, 2017

Report from a Hatfield woman of problems with her 17-year-old daughter.  Deputy responded.

Report from complainant on Highway 71 South near Mena of an individual that refused to return a borrowed vehicle led to the arrest of Kaylie Stroud, 21, of Mena, on a Charge of Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle.

Arrested was Aaron M. Shores, 26, of Hatfield, on two Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested was Michael A. White, 51, of Mena, on a Warrant for Probation Violation.

September 8, 2017

Report of a two-vehicle accident on Highway 88 East near Mena led to Citations for Careless/Prohibited Driving and Following Too Close being issued to Jordan L. Dodds, 21, of Mena.

Arrested was Lynea C. Wright, 29, of Hatfield, on four Warrants for Failure to Appear.

September 9, 2017

Report of an unattended death on Highway 71 South near Hatton.  Deputy responded.  The scene was released to the Polk County Coroner.

Arrested was Monica D. Shores, 32, of Hatfield, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

September 10, 2017

Report of a disturbance on Highway 88 East near Yocana led to the arrest of Kirk L. Carter, 48, of Mena, on a Charge of Domestic Battery 3^rd Degree.

Report of an alarm going off on Highway 88 East near Yocana.  Deputy responded.

Arrested was Nicholas H. Kesterson, 18, of Cove, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near Board Camp of problems with neighbor’s dogs.  Deputy responded.

Arrested was James E. Carver, 25, of Haworth, OK, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Request for a welfare check on Polk 627 near Mena.  Deputy responded.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked four vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 27 Incarcerated Inmates, with 8 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

September 10, 2017

Josue Ruiz Castro, 21, and Rubi Francisco Reyes-Sarabia, 18, both from unknown areas in Texas, were charged with possession of drug paraphernalia after a traffic stop.  Castro was additionally charged with driving without a driver’s license.

Report was made regarding someone stealing multiple newspapers from a machine at a local convenience store.  Case is pending location and interview of an identified suspect.

September 11, 2017

Efrain Villatoro, 22, of Mena was charged with DWI II, driving left of center, having no driver’s license, and driving a vehicle under a DWI suspension.

A local man reported that an unknown individual assaulted him when he was walking on a local street.  Case is pending.

September 12, 2017

A local woman reported an altercation between her neighbors. The couple said they were just having a verbal dispute and neither wanted to press charges.

Employees at a local hair salon reported an irate man causing a scene in their business.  The man was advised to leave and not come back.  No charges were filed.

September 13, 2017

Dwight Daniel Howard, 36, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Emily Phillips, 18, of Mena was served two outstanding warrants from the Mena Police Department for failure to pay fines and court costs.

Anastasia Jennings, 33, of Mena was arrested on a warrant out of Scott County.

September 14, 2017

Benito A. Munoz, 48, of Mena was charged with DWI, refusal to submit to a BAC, careless driving, having no driver’s license, and obstructing governmental operations.

September 15, 2017

Seth Lee Caughern, 19, of Mena was charged with obstructing governmental operations after a traffic stop.

Stacie Leeann Shores, 27, of Mena was charged with possession of schedule IV controlled substance, possession of schedule VI controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia.  The arrest followed a traffic stop.  She was also served three outstanding warrants from the Mena Police Department.

Report was made of a counterfeit $20.00 bill being found at a local bank.

September 16, 2017

Brandee Allison Lingo, 36, of Norman was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear from the Mena Police Department.

A Mena woman reported that a glass door on her residence had been shattered.  Case pending.

September 11, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 676 near Acorn of being harassed by an acquaintance.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report of an ATV accident on Pedal to the Metal Lane near Shady.  Deputy responded.

Report of a disturbance on Mills Lane near Potter.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested was Chance R. Wherley, 20, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report of $250.00 in damages to electronics led to a 16-year-old female being issued Juvenile Citations for Criminal Mischief and Disorderly Conduct.  The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian.

Report from complainant on Polk 238 near Mena of $300.00 in damages done to a vehicle.  Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Hidden Lane near Mena of an unauthorized person on their property.  Complainant refused to press charges.

September 12, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 19 near Cove of $1,000.00 in damages done to a vehicle.  Investigation continues.

Report of a disturbance on Polk 32 near Cove led to the arrest of Phillip A. Riley, 48, of Cove, on a Charge of Battery 2^nd Degree and Warrants for Failure to Appear and Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report from complainant on Polk 88 near Ink of an unauthorized person in their residence.  Deputy responded.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Polk 92 near Shady Grove of a missing firearm, valued at $300.00.  Investigation continues.

Arrested was Veronica M. Maddox, 20, of Cove, on a Warrant for Theft of Property.

September 13, 2017

Arrested was Dustin C. Umfress, 30, of Galveston, TX, on a Galveston County, TX Warrant.

A 16-year-old male was issued a Juvenile Citation for Criminal Mischief 1^st Degree for $300.00 in damages done to school property in a previous report.  The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian.

September 14, 2017

Traffic stop on Polk 37 near Potter led to a Citation for Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License being issued to Billie C. Jennings, 57, of Mena.

Traffic stop on Highway 375 West near Potter led to the arrest of Adam W. Hurst, 34, of Mena, on Charges of Public Intoxication, Reckless Driving, Driving Left of Center, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Report from a Hatfield woman of problems with her 17-year-old daughter.  Deputy responded.

Report from complainant on Highway 71 South near Mena of an individual that refused to return a borrowed vehicle led to the arrest of Kaylie Stroud, 21, of Mena, on a Charge of Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle.

Arrested was Aaron M. Shores, 26, of Hatfield, on two Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested was Michael A. White, 51, of Mena, on a Warrant for Probation Violation.

September 15, 2017

Report from complainant on Icy Lane near Wickes of the theft of a trailer, valued at $200.00.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested was Kalyn E. Lee, 24, of Cove, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Phyllis A. Winkley, 57, of Cove, on Charges of DWI, Driving Left of Center, No Seatbelt and Refusal to Submit.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Michael A. Roberts, 48, of Mena, on Charges of DWI and Refusal to Submit.

September 16, 2017

Arrested was Rocky E. Daugherty, 25, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Arrested was Herbert L. Williams, 23, of Mena, on Charges of Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Manufacture of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance.

September 17, 2017

Report of a disturbance on Highway 8 East near Nunley.  Deputies responded.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested was Christopher A. Brown, 21, of Mena, on Charges of Public Intoxication, Theft of Property, Criminal Mischief 2^nd Degree and Resisting Arrest.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 22 Incarcerated Inmates, with 8 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility

September 17, 2017

Report was taken of a shoplifter at a local retail store.  Case is pending further investigation, review of surveillance tape, and identification and location of suspect.

Report was made of a verbal dispute between a local man and his mother-in-law.  No charges were filed.

September 18, 2017

A local man reported that someone had stolen his son’s bicycle from their yard.  The bike was later located and returned to the owner.

Shawn Keith Fender, 47, of Mena was arrested on two outstanding warrants from the Mena Police Department for failure to pay fines and court costs.

Jordan Lee Dodds, 19, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant from the Mena Police Department.

September 19, 2017

Robin Matheson, 50, of Mena was charged with two counts of possession of methamphetamine or cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia.  The arrest followed a traffic stop.

Report was taken of two shoplifters at a local retail store.  Case is pending further review of surveillance tapes.

Report was made of a laptop computer being stolen from a van while it was fueling at a local gas station. After review of surveillance tapes, the suspect was identified.  The laptop was located and returned to the owner.  The suspect himself has still not been located, but an arrest is expected to be made.

September 20, 2017

No criminal reports filed.

September 21, 2017

Michael Tyrail Higgins, 31, of Mena was charged with aggravated assault, possession with intent to deliver, possession of drug paraphernalia, second degree battery, theft by receiving, resisting arrest, obstructing governmental operations, fleeing in a vehicle, two counts of criminal mischief, and having a suspended driver’s license.

September 22, 2107

Bessielynn S. Cuellar, 36, of Mena was arrested on four outstanding warrants for failure to pay fines and court costs.  One was from the Mena police and three from the Polk County Sheriff.

Report was made of the theft of fuel from a local station.  Case is pending review of surveillance tapes.

September 23, 2017

Vicky Lee Franz, 54, of Mena was charged with public intoxication, fleeing, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest.  The arrest followed a call to a local neighborhood.

Stephen Allen Carney, 29, of Mena was charged with DWI, having no driver’s license, and running a stop sign.

September 18, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 41 South near Potter of the violation of an Order of Protection.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Polk 627 near Mena of computer fraud, totaling losses at $758.00.

Arrested was Wesley H. Henry, Jr., 33, of Cartwright, OK, on a Warrant for Internet Stalking of a Child.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Brandon D. Stowe, 20, of Smithville, OK, on a Charge of Possession of a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance and a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

September 19, 2017

Arrested was Jessica P. Medina, 34, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Brandon W. Rose, 19, of Boles, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

September 20, 2017

Report from complainant on Polk 22 near Cove of a missing  chain, used to secure a fence.

Report of a domestic disturbance on Polk 24 near Cove led to the arrest of Jeff N. Robinson, 47, of Wickes, on a Warrant for Domestic Battery 3^rd Degree.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Alban R. Beckwith, 25, of Mena, on Charges of Fleeing, Speeding, No Seatbelt,  Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License, No Liability Insurance and Fees for Registration & Licensing of Motor Vehicles.

September 21, 2017

Report from complainant on Carter Creek Lane near Mena of financial identity theft.  Investigation continues.

Report of harassment towards a 17-year-old by an adult acquaintance.  Investigation continues.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Brett R. Gentry, 48, of Grannis, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

September 22, 2017

Report of a disturbance on Polk 24 near Cove.  Deputy responded.  Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Traffic stop led to the arrest of Billy R. Sockey, 39, of Mena, on Charges of No Liability Insurance and Failure to Register a Vehicle.

Arrested was Bradley J. Bates, 52, on a Body Attachment Warrant.

September 23, 2017

Arrested was Eric W. Thacker, 29, of Mena, on a Warrant for Felony Failure to Appear.

September 24, 2017

Report of a disturbance on Polk 24 near Cove led to the arrest of Neisha F. Wikel, 24, of Cove, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Arrested was Rachel R. Tarkinton-Wolf, 20, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Nathan M. Abell, 30, of Mena, on Charges of DWI Drugs, Careless/Prohibited Driving, Littering, No Seatbelt, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License, Refusal to Submit and a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Report from a Wickes woman of a missing 14-year-old female.  The juvenile was later located and returned to the custody of a parent/guardian.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked two vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 25 Incarcerated Inmates, with 10 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

September 24, 2017

A local woman reported that someone had taken cash that belonged to her while she was shopping.  The suspect was identified and located.  The case had been sent to the prosecuting attorney for consideration of a warrant.

September 25, 2017

A Mena man reported that someone had damaged his vehicle while it was parked on a street.  Case is pending further investigation.

A local woman reported that someone had thrown a brick through the windshield of her car when it was parked in her yard.  Case is pending location and interview of suspect.

A Mena woman reported that her former husband is harassing her.  Case is pending.

September 26, 2017

A Polk County man reported that medication was missing from his vehicle.  Case is pending further investigation.

September 27, 2017

A local man reported that someone had been tampering with an air conditioning unit at his business.  Case is pending further investigation.

Jason D. Rosson, 35, and Joy M. Reed, 29, both of Mena, were charged with disorderly conduct after a call to a local neighborhood.  Rosson was additionally charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.

Sarah M. Mitchell, 23, of Mena was charged with driving on a suspended license, having no liability insurance, and having no tags on her vehicle.

Shannon Shaw, 37, of Mena was charged with felony possession of drug paraphernalia. Also charged with felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver and possession of drug paraphernalia was Jeremiah C. Kahn, 32, also of Mena.

Zachary Benson, 24, of Mena was charged with public intoxication and possession of drug paraphernalia.  The arrest followed a call from Polk County dispatch.

Kevin Grahn, 23, of Mena was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license and having no liability insurance.

September 28, 2017

Report was made of a repossessed vehicle being taken from the parking area at a local bank.  Case is pending.

September 29, 2017

Amanda Adams, 29, of Mena was charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after a call to a local retail store.

Hunter Hogan, 19, of Mena was charged with third degree battery, public intoxication and two counts of disorderly conduct.

A Mena man reported that someone damaged his vehicle while he was at a local retail store.  Case is pending.

September 30, 2017

Michael Hook, 57, of Mena was charged with public intoxication and disorderly conduct after officers responded to a call at a local retail store.

Stacie Leeann Shores, 27, of Mena was charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle and driving on a suspended driver’s license.

A local man reported that his former wife’s current boyfriend had attacked him.  Case is pending.