ndependence County Sheriff Shawn Stephens is providing an update after an abducted South Carolina child was found safe in northern Independence County and two people were taken into custody. Sheriff Stephens says the Independence County…
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Missing 12-Year-Old Riley Berryhill Found Safe Near Batesville, Arkansas
A nationwide search for a missing 12-year-old South Carolina girl has ended safely in Independence County, Arkansas. The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office says Riley Berryhill, 12, was found safe in Arkansas Wednesday after authorities reported…
4 Arrested in Independence County Drug Investigation
Four people face multiple drug-related charges following a six-month investigation into alleged methamphetamine distribution in Independence County. The 16th Judicial District Drug Task Force announced the arrests in a press release dated Aug. 13, 2026.…
Independence County Sheriff’s Office Investigation of Shooting on Sunday
The Independence County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday, March 1, 2026, at a residence on Lindsey Circle. Deputies responded to the scene at approximately 1:27 p.m. after receiving a report…
Oil Trough Man Arrested on Second-Degree Sexual Assault Charge in Independence County
An Oil Trough man has been arrested following an Oil Trough man sexual assault arrest investigation involving allegations of abuse against a child under the age of 14. According to the Independence County Sheriff’s Office,…
Horseplay Turns Deadly: 18-Year-Old Cave City Man Charged With Manslaughter in Fatal Shooting
An 18-year-old Cave City man is facing a Cave City manslaughter charge after investigators say he admitted to pointing a loaded rifle at a juvenile during what he described as “horseplay,” resulting in a fatal…
Police Search Underway In Independence County
Have you seen these photographs? The Independence County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a recent commercial burglary. Authorities are looking for help identifying the people in the photographs below. Police Search Underway In Independence County Photos…
Massive Independence County Drug Bust Leads to Multiple Felony Charges After Eight-Month Investigation
A months-long drug and alcohol enforcement operation in Independence County has led to multiple felony charges following the arrest of Jessie James Smith, who is accused of distributing methamphetamine and selling alcohol without a license.…
Arrest Made At Casey’s Gas Station in Batesville After Officer Recognizes Customer
A Batesville man has been arrested at Casey’s General Store in Batesville, Arkansas. It all started when a Batesville police officer noticed a man in Casey’s General Store in Batesville. After approaching him, not only…
Batesville Arrest Made After Wife Rushed To Hospital After Alleged Knife Struggle Involving Teen
A man has been arrested after an alleged knife fight involving a minor in Batesville, Arkansas It was a domestic dispute. The father was arrested after a struggle involving a knife with the son and…
