Monticello Live

On March 9, 2021, Stephen Thomas Jones, believed to be a native of California was arrested at a local business in Monticello, and charged with multiple counts of possession with intent to deliver narcotics, including heroin and meth. This is believed to be the first heroin arrest and conviction in Drew County in decades.  (Records do not show there to have ever been one.) (more…)

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Around 7 AM, MPD received a phone call about an infant locked in a vehicle.

Reggies Lock & Key, associated with Reggie‘s Wrecker, responded immediately, unlocking the car, reuniting the child and its parents.

Many times, when you see a wrecker service, the nature of their job is not appreciated.

Other times, it seems like “Reggie’s to the Rescue.”

Around 4 pm, MPD K-9 Cezar led the final search for an Ashley County jail escapee, who had been on the run since around noon.
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Multiple vehicle break-ins were reported in Western Pines, Sunday night.

Monticello Police are working the case and have an adult and a juvenile in custody. (more…)

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Former treasurer of the Arkansas Court Reporters Association Michael Ashcraft pled guilty Friday, to theft of property, a Class D felony offense, stemming from charges filed by the Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge, (more…)

During school traffic, the southbound railroad signals on Highway 425, near the Highway 278 intersection were warning of trains crossing, even though no trains were in the area.

MPD helped direct traffic, until this situation resolved itself.

Arkansas Midland Railroad crews were on their way, to repair any issues that may have affected the situation.

A lady, Chelsei Peoples, who was reported missing in Crossett, Tuesday night, was safely located on Wednesday.

Thanks to everyone who helped in the search for her.

Drew County Sheriffs Deputies used spike strips to end a high-speed chase, estimated to reach around 100 MPH, Monday morning at 1:55, south of the UAM entrance, on HWY 425.  The car has been reported stolen out of Little Rock. (more…)

This counterfeit bill was presented to a local Monticello business, recently.

The case has been turned over to Monticello Police Department.

Please be aware that counterfeit bills are being circulated in the area.

Note: the next page contains a graphic image of the crash site. Sensitive readers should use caution before proceeding.

At 7:20, Thursday night, Drew County Sheriffs deputies received a call of a overturned vehicle, partially submerged, (more…)

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According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, MPD is investigating an incident that occurred today in the Wal Mart parking lot on Highway 425,  Friday. (more…)

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According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, on Wednesday, Monticello Officers successfully ended a police pursuit that resulted in the arrest of a Crossett man identified as Kahliff Daniels, age 26, for multiple felony drug and gun charges. (more…)

Following a late Tuesday threat made against Monticello Middle School staff, heavy police presence and extra safety procedures occurred throughout the day Wednesday. (more…)

This morning, MLive was made aware of a threat made against Monticello Middle School,

Monticello superintendent Sandra Lanehart issued this statement. (more…)

“We were made aware earlier this morning and are working with the school administration and staff to investigate this incident.

The school administration has made the decision to remain in session and we support their assessment of the facts and this decision.
MPD has multiple officers in various capacities on and around school facilities and will continue to work with MSD staff to investigate and monitor this situation until it is resolved”. MOD Chief Jason Akers.

Judge Akin said that if this is to take place, it will depend totally on federal prisoners.

Akin added it will not be run by LaSalle, they would only be consultants. The new jail will be supervised by the Drew County Sherriff.

Expectations could include 100+ employees,
$1.6 million county profit during the first 3-5 year contract,
300 federal prisoners
200 state prisoners
100 local prisoners.

Recently, at 2 AM on a Thursday morning, a work truck was stolen from S. Texas St., and eventually recovered at Oakview Apartments on College Street, after having been driven to 5 locations, all over town. (more…)

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The Arkansas State Police has been requested by Dumas authorities to investigate a shooting incident that has claimed the life of a 39 year-old man. (more…)

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The Arkansas Department of Transportation is planning to repair the damage done to the HWY 425 overpass, which occurred in mid October, in the very near future (around Thanksgiving).

Tthe heavy bridge division of the department describes the damage to the Monticello Overpass as “cosmetic“ and does not pose any threat or danger to safety.

Specific schedule updates and any construction detour information will be posted as it becomes available.
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