4 adult men have been arrested following a coordinated law enforcement operation targeting individuals allegedly attempting to meet minors for sexual activity, according to the White County Sheriff’s Office.
The operation, conducted October 23, 2026, resulted in the arrests of suspects from Judsonia, Beebe, Benton and Maryland.
Authorities also confirmed that an arrest warrant has been issued for a 5th individual as the investigation continues.
The White County Sheriff’s Office says all 4 arrested individuals have been charged with Internet Stalking of a Child, a Class Y felony, the highest classification of felony under Arkansas law.
2 of the Suspects Are White County Residents
According to information released by the White County Sheriff’s Office, the following individuals were arrested:
Charles Allen, 58, Judsonia, Arkansas
Allen, a White County resident, was arrested during the October 23 operation.
Gordon Michaelis, 40, Beebe, Arkansas
Michaelis, also a White County resident, was taken into custody as part of the coordinated investigation.
Dodi Diana, 49, Maryland
Diana, a Maryland resident, was arrested in White County during the operation.
Hunter Cox, 23, Benton, Arkansas
Cox was arrested outside White County by cooperating law enforcement agencies based on evidence gathered by White County Sheriff’s Office investigators.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, investigators targeted adults who were allegedly attempting to arrange meetings with minors for sexual purposes.
Instead of meeting minors, the suspects encountered law enforcement officers and were taken into custody.
Judge Sets Bonds From $75,000 to $250,000
On Monday, October 26, 2026, Judge Mark Pate established bonds for the 4 arrested individuals.
The Sheriff’s Office reported the following bond amounts:
- Dodi Diana: $250,000
- Hunter Cox: $125,000
- Gordon Michaelis: $75,000
- Charles Allen: $75,000
All 4 bond amounts were designated as “pro” in the Sheriff’s Office release.
The amounts were established during judicial proceedings following the arrests.
Immigration Detainer Placed on 1 Suspect
The White County Sheriff’s Office also confirmed that Dodi Diana, 49, is an Indonesian national.
According to authorities, Diana is subject to an immigration detainer because he allegedly overstayed his visa.
The immigration matter is separate from the criminal allegation associated with the undercover operation.
Arrest Warrant Issued for 5th Individual
Investigators confirmed that an additional arrest warrant has been issued for a 5th individual connected to the investigation.
The identity of that individual was not disclosed in the initial announcement.
Authorities have not released additional information concerning when or where the individual might be arrested.
Multiple Law Enforcement Agencies Participated
The operation was conducted under the direction of White County Sheriff Phillip Miller and Chief Deputy Clayton Edwards.
Several federal, state and local law enforcement agencies assisted the White County Sheriff’s Office.
Participating agencies included:
- FBI Little Rock
- Homeland Security Investigations Little Rock
- Arkansas State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
- Searcy Police Department
- Van Buren Police Department
- Jonesboro Police Department
The cooperation between agencies allowed investigators to coordinate arrests both inside and outside White County.
White County Sheriff’s Office Emphasizes Child Protection
The Sheriff’s Office described the operation as an example of its proactive approach to protecting children throughout White County and surrounding Arkansas communities.
Sheriff Phillip Miller and Chief Deputy Clayton Edwards directed the effort, which involved coordination with federal, state and municipal investigators.
The operation demonstrates the department’s ongoing efforts to identify and investigate suspected online crimes involving children.
With 4 arrests completed and a 5th arrest warrant outstanding, the case remains an active law enforcement matter.
All individuals arrested or accused of crimes are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
ArkansasRadio.com will continue following developments in the investigation and any additional arrests announced by authorities.
Source: White County Sheriff’s Office, information provided by Scott Seiders, October 27, 2026. Photos: White County Sheriff’s Office.
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