A former police chief in Arkansas serving murder and rape sentences managed to escape from the North Central Unit in Calico Rock. Grant Hardin, the ex-police chief of Gateway, escaped from the facility where he had been incarcerated since 2017. The circumstances surrounding his escape remain unclear as corrections officials are actively investigating the matter.
Hardin, who had previously served as the police chief of Gateway for a brief period, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for first-degree murder in connection with the killing of James Appleton. Additionally, he is serving a 50-year sentence for the rape of a school teacher in 1997. The escape of Hardin has sparked a manhunt involving local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to track him down and bring him back into custody.
Authorities disclosed that Hardin disguised himself and wore an outfit resembling law enforcement attire during his escape. His guilty plea in 2017 for the murder charge and subsequent conviction shed light on his criminal history, including the heinous acts that led to his imprisonment. The escape of a convicted felon like Hardin raises concerns about public safety and the efficacy of prison security measures.

Media outlets have reported on the case extensively, highlighting the use of DNA evidence to link Hardin to the crimes he committed. The investigation into his escape is ongoing, with law enforcement agencies working diligently to locate and apprehend him. The escape of a former police chief serving such serious sentences underscores the need for enhanced security protocols within correctional facilities to prevent similar incidents in the future.


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