On June 5, 2018, detectives with the Benton Police Department were called to Saline Memorial Hospital to investigate the death of an infant born at approximately 24 weeks gestation. Their investigation led to a local motel where the medical call originated. It is believed the mother, Angela Miller, of Oregon, had injected methamphetamine while staying at the motel prior to the birth of her child.
Benton Police Department launched today a month-long campaign focusing on protecting youth in the community. “BNPD: Protecting our Future” will include an emphasis on building rapport with children while keeping them safe.
Enhanced patrols of parks, ball fields and other popular hangouts should be expected by the public according to BNPD Chief Scotty Hodges.
Benton Police Department launched today a month-long campaign focusing on protecting youth in the community. “BNPD: Protecting our Future” will include an emphasis on building rapport with children while keeping them safe.
Enhanced patrols of parks, ball fields and other popular hangouts should be expected by the public according to BNPD Chief Scotty Hodges.
Benton Police Department launched today a month-long traffic safety awareness campaign. “Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow” will include enhanced traffic enforcement with an emphasis on seat-belt use, speeding violations, DWIs, texting and driving and school zone violations. The city-wide campaign will run throughout May.
