Suspects Arrested for Illegal Narcotics and Prohibited Weapons

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    On 10/28/13, at approximately 7:15 AM, officers with the Benton Police Department assisted agents with the United States Forestry Service, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, and the Saline County Sheriff’s Office in executing a search warrant at an address on Hwy 9 in Paron.  

Convenience Store Robbery Suspects Apprehended

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    On 10/26/13, at approximately 2:44 AM, officers responded to Murphy USA (17305 I-30) on report of an armed robbery.  Upon their arrival, the clerk informed them a suspect indicated they had a gun and robbed the story of an undisclosed amount of money.  

Suspect Being Sought in Relation to Recent Armed Robbery Crime Spree Ring

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  The Benton Police Department is asking for the publics help in locating a suspect involved with a recent home invasion armed robbery.  The suspect, Justin Ray (19 YOA), has a warrant for his arrest issued in relation to an armed robbery incident that took place on 10/20/13 at Fountain Lake Apartments.  

Follow-Up Burglary Investigation Leads to Arrest

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    On 10/22/13, officers responded to an address on Kyle Road in reference to a burglary.  Contact was made with the victim who informed officers that somebody had broken into their residence and stolen numerous personal items. 

Suspect Being Sought in Relation to Recent Armed Robbery Crime Spree Ring

Publication Date

  The Benton Police Department is asking for the publics help in locating a suspect involved with a recent home invasion armed robbery.  The suspect, Justin Ray (19 YOA), has a warrant for his arrest issued in relation to an armed robbery incident that took place on 10/20/13 at Fountain Lake Apartments.  

Shoplifting Call Turns into Foot Chase and Drug Arrest

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   On 10/23/13, at approximately 6:15 PM, officers responded to Wal-Mart (17309 I-30) on report of a shoplifting call.  Upon arrival, they made contact with store employees who informed them about two suspects stealing merchandise.