The 60-year-old man, who is suspected in the arson of the business, has passed away from burns and injuries, sustained in the fire. (more…)

The Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division is leading the investigation into a homicide that occurred Sunday at the request of Lake Village Police Department authorities. (more…)

According to Monticello Police Chief Carlos Garcia, Tuesday morning, at approximately 4:28 am, The Monticello Police Department received a call reporting a disturbance at a residence on Hwy 278 East of town. (more…)

Around 9 PM, Wednesday evening, a Wilmar man was seriously wounded, when he was shot, near Johnson Street, in Wilmar.

The victim was transported by ambulance to a hospital, north of here, where his injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.

The sheriffs department is asking for any information the public may have about a potential suspect or vehicles in the area. Please call 367-6211, if you have any information.

According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, the City of Monticello has received a grant for $32,773.38 from the Arkansas Department of Public Safety for the purchase of new Kevlar vests and vest carriers for the entire Monticello Police Department. (more…)

According to MPD Chief Jason Akers, a Monticello woman is facing over 500 criminal charges stemming from a mail and identity investigation that began earlier this year.

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According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, MPD recently received notice that City of Monticello was approved for a grant of $48,500 through the Arkansas Highway Safety Office,  to be used for salary purposes for MPD’s participation in traffic safety mobilizations.

MPD aggressively and actively pursues all grant opportunities for both equipment and funds that may be utilized to decrease the amount of local funding the police department receives.

In addition to this grant, MPD has received grant funds in 2022 for uniforms and the replacement of all of MPD’s body worn cameras for officers.

According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, MPD is investigating a single vehicle accident that occurred early Friday morning, where a truck left a city street and struck a home. (more…)

Matthew John Fegley, age 34 of Monticello, was allegedly found shoplifting at 2 different Monticello businesses, Thursday. (more…)

Photos courtesy of Firefighters Association.

Saturday morning, ministers at Calvary Baptist Church, located off of Highway 425 N., realized that the catalytic converter had been stolen from the church van, Friday night, since the van had been used during the day Friday. (more…)

on August 10, members of the Drew County Sheriff’s Dept. and an agent with the Arkansas Parole and Probation conducted a welfare check of a residence on Brixie Road. (more…)

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On Wednesday August 10th, at approximately 10:13 A.M., Sheriff Mark Gober received a call from a Drug Task Force agent that had attempted to make a traffic stop on Jerry Brooks, who had outstanding warrants at the time. When the vehicle stopped, Brooks fled and the agent noticed a hand gun in Brooks’ hand. (more…)

According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, a Monticello man is facing burglary, theft and drug paraphernalia charges after a search warrant was executed at his residence where stolen property from a recent theft was recovered. (more…)

Saturday, DCSO deputies were dispatched to a one vehicle accident on US 165 near Jerome. (more…)

On July 9, Deputies were dispatched to Ables Creek Road in reference to a subject parked on the side of the road with possible stolen items inside of the vehicle. (more…)

Recently, Shirley Annette Benton, age 61, of Monticello was given a $25,000 bond by district Judge Bruce Anderson on charges of financial identity fraud and knowingly issuing worthless checks. (more…)

A 22 year old Drew County man is facing charges of aggravated assault and sexual assault (2nd degree) for acts that allegedly took place in late June, and twice before. (more…)

On July 12, Deputy Anthony Atkins took a report of a stolen utility trailer from the Winchester cotton gin. (more…)

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