January 24, 2016
Bradley James Crawford, 21, of Mena was charged with third degree battery, aggravated assault, and interference with emergency communications.
Officers responded to a call regarding a local couple arguing. There was no physical contact, and they did not wish to press charges.
January 25, 2106
Report was taken of the theft of a pair of boots from a local store. Case is pending location of suspect.
January 26, 2016
A local woman reported that a former friend was harassing her with texts. Case is pending.
Chandie Lynn Bottomly, 24, of Mena was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license, having expired vehicle tags and having no liability insurance.
January 27, 2016
A local man reported that he is being harassed by neighbors. He stated that they are noisy at night to the point that he cannot sleep. Case pending.
Report was taken of someone using a self-check out at a local retail store and not scanning every item. Case is pending review of surveillance tapes and interview of suspect.
January 28, 2016
Report was taken of a 10-year-old boy being out of control. Case was turned over to juvenile authorities.
January 29, 2016
Report was taken of someone leaving a restaurant without paying.
January 30, 2016
Kyle Gibson and Benjamin Graves, both 21 and both of Mena, were charged with public intoxication.
James Patrick Maggart, 45, of Mena was charged with public intoxication.
Report was taken of a fight on the parking lot of a local retail store. Case pending.
Report was taken of a fight between a local man and woman. Case has been forwarded to the prosecutor for review.