Officer Notices Suspicious Vehicle Behind Business and Makes Two Arrests

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On 9/20/13, at approximately 12:10 AM, an officer observed a vehicle driving from the rear of Williams Tire, which was closed. Given recent thefts from the business and the time of night, the officer then initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle to investigate further. 

 

Suspect Arrested for Aggravated Assault and Terroristic Threatening

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On 9/19/13, at approximately 7:57 PM, officers responded to an address on Michael Drive in reference to a disturbance with a weapon call.  Upon their arrival they made contact with the parties involved to determine what took place.  

 

Investigation Leads Detectives to Burglary Suspect

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On 8/30/13, officers took a report of a burglary at an address on Springhill Road.  It was determined that numerous items were stolen out of the residence including a bed and home furnishings.  

 

Benton Police Hosting Drug Recognition Expert Class

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  The Benton Police Department, in conjunction with the Criminal Justice Institute, is currently hosting a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training class.  This is a 9 day course that certifies law enforcement officers from around the state as DRE’s.

 

Suspect Arrested for Aggravated Assault and Other Felonies

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    On 9/13/13, at approximately 8:18 PM, officers responded to S. Summit Road on report of a possible disturbance.  It was later determined the parties involved in the disturbance on S. Summit had traveled to an address on S.

The Panther Prowl 9-14-13

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Wow, what a start to our school year. Your School Resource Officers responded to over 107 calls for service at our campuses in the last ten days. Most of these calls were handled by the SRO’s without incident and most were minor in nature but they are busy busy busy. The kids and staff continue to be motivated and purpose driven and are displaying great attitudes and camaraderie.

The Panther Prowl 9-14-13

Publication Date

Wow, what a start to our school year. Your School Resource Officers responded to over 107 calls for service at our campuses in the last ten days. Most of these calls were handled by the SRO’s without incident and most were minor in nature but they are busy busy busy. The kids and staff continue to be motivated and purpose driven and are displaying great attitudes and camaraderie.

Benton Police Hosting Women’s Citizens Police Academy

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It is that time of the year again when we at the Benton Police Department will be hosting our annual citizen’s police academy. For the second year we will be conducting a citizen’s police academy geared towards women and safety aspects associated with them.