NEA Report Tumblr

💳 Two stolen cards, a $76 gas purchase and an attempted $830 sporting goods transaction led Jonesboro police through surveillance footage from three businesses. Police say gym check-in records helped identify Matthew Lee Turner, who was later arrested outside Arkansas and returned to Craighead County. Turner faces felony theft of credit or debit cards, theft from a building, fraudulent use of a stolen card and criminal attempt. Judge David Boling set his bond at $10,000 cash or surety. https://neareport.com/2026/07/29/gym-records-help-police-identify-suspect-in-stolen-credit-card-case/

🚨 Police say a Paragould man kicked in a door and repeatedly struck the resident. Following the alleged attack, the victim was taken to a Memphis trauma center for reconstructive facial surgery. Zachary Huffman faces a Class Y felony and two additional charges. His bond was set at $500,000 surety with an ankle monitor requirement. Read the full allegations below. https://neareport.com/2026/07/28/paragould-male-accused-of-kicking-in-door-beating-victim-who-needed-facial-surgery/

A federal jury convicted Bobby Scott Glenn, 40, of Walnut Ridge on methamphetamine conspiracy and distribution charges Wednesday in Jonesboro. Trial evidence showed Glenn sold more than 380 grams of methamphetamine to co-defendant Harry Keith Lane at a Hoxie residence. Glenn faces 10 years to life in federal prison. Lane has pleaded guilty and is awaiting sentencing. ➡️ Full story: https://neareport.com/2026/07/23/jury-convicts-walnut-ridge-man-of-multiple-charges-in-methamphetamine-conspiracy/

Jonesboro Woman Sentenced to Six Years’ Probation in Child Battery Case JONESBORO, Ark. — A Jonesboro woman accused of injuring a child pleaded guilty Monday to second-degree domestic battery.... https://neareport.com/2026/07/14/child-arrives-at-school-with-injuries-jonesboro-suspect-arrested/

Man Accused of Kidnapping, Rape After Welfare Check in Jonesboro JONESBORO, Ark. — A Jonesboro man is facing two Class Y felony charges after police said a welfare check led to allegations of kidnapping, rape and domestic violence.... https://neareport.com/2026/07/09/man-accused-of-kidnapping-rape-after-welfare-check-in-jonesboro/

Craighead Prosecutors Stop Attending Judge Fowler’s Bond Hearings JONESBORO, Ark. — Second Judicial District deputy prosecutors stopped attending bond hearings before District Judge Tommy Fowler in Craighead County last week.... https://neareport.com/2026/07/06/craighead-prosecutors-stop-attending-judge-fowlers-bond-hearings/

Class Y Felony Drug, Gun Charges Filed After Paragould Traffic Stop PARAGOULD, Ark. — A Paragould man was arrested on several felony charges after police said a traffic stop led investigators to suspected drugs, firearms and ammunition.... https://neareport.com/2026/07/01/class-y-felony-drug-gun-charges-filed-after-paragould-traffic-stop/

EXCLUSIVE: Craighead Prosecutors Lowered Bonds Without Judges’ Approval https://neareport.com/2026/06/29/exclusive-craighead-prosecutors-lowered-bonds-without-judges-approval/

VIDEO: F-150 Pursuit Ends With Shed Crash, Meth Seizure in Prairie County BISCOE, Ark. — A Prairie County pursuit ended when a Ford F-150 crashed into a shed behind a home in Biscoe, where authorities later reported finding about 30 grams of suspected methamphetamine.... https://neareport.com/2026/06/28/video-f-150-pursuit-ends-with-shed-crash-meth-seizure-in-prairie-county/

Massage Business Owner Faces Human Trafficking Charge After Jonesboro Court Appearance JONESBORO, Ark. — The owner and business manager of a Jonesboro massage business appeared in court Friday and now faces a Class A felony human trafficking charge following an investigation that began with a complaint submitted to the FBI.... https://neareport.com/2026/06/26/massage-parlor-operator-arrested-after-special-operation-in-jonesboro/

Ridge Athletics Center Renamed in $4.5M First Community Bank Deal Jonesboro Advertising & Promotion Commission and First Community Bank Announce Landmark Naming Rights Partnership for Upcoming Complex…... https://neareport.com/2026/06/25/ridge-athletics-center-renamed-in-4-5m-first-community-bank-deal/

Arkansas Sues Roblox and Discord for Profiting from Putting Children at Risk Attorney General Griffin Sues Roblox and Discord for Knowingly Profiting from Putting Children at Risk Griffin: ‘Roblox left the front door unlocked, and Discord handed predators a private room.... https://neareport.com/2026/06/22/arkansas-sues-roblox-and-discord-for-profiting-from-putting-children-at-risk/

Prosecutors Won’t Pursue A-State Drug, Gun Case After Student’s Deportation JONESBORO, Ark. — Prosecutors will not move forward with a drug and firearm case against a former Arkansas State University student who was taken into federal immigration custody and deported before his first appearance in circuit court.... https://neareport.com/2026/06/16/suspect-arrested-for-allegedly-selling-marijuana-on-a-state-campus-while-armed/

Man Accused of Attempted Murder After Domestic Shooting Gets 18 Years JONESBORO, Ark. — A defendant accused of shooting his wife and firing at two other women during a 2025 domestic dispute will serve an 18-year prison sentence after resolving the remaining charges against him Monday.... https://neareport.com/2026/06/15/man-accused-of-attempted-murder-after-domestic-shooting-in-jonesboro/

Jonesboro Woman Sentenced to 10 Years in Infant Battery Case JONESBORO, Ark. — A Jonesboro woman accused after her infant son was hospitalized with injuries inconsistent with an accidental fall has pleaded guilty and been sentenced to prison.... https://neareport.com/2026/06/09/jonesboro-woman-arrested-on-felony-child-abuse-charges-after-infant-hospitalized/

Paragould Defendants Sentenced to 24 Years in Child Neglect, Malnutrition Case PARAGOULD, Ark. — Two defendants arrested after nine children were removed from a Paragould home for alleged neglect and malnutrition have now been sentenced to prison, according to court records.... https://neareport.com/2026/06/03/nine-children-removed-from-home-two-arrested-in-paragould-child-neglect-case/

Hidden GoPro Found In Woman's Bedroom, Police Say; Suspect Arrested