Deputy Communications Director, Arkansas Department of Public Safety. Drone Pilot. Hog Fan.
Benton, ar
Joined February 2011
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Nick Genty retweeted
ARKANSAS INMATE ESCAPEE ALERT
Rodney Jermaine Smith, 41
ESCAPED FROM:
Brinkley PD Jail (Monroe County, Ark.)
THE PUBLIC SHOULD NOT APPROACH OR ATTEMPT TO DETAIN HIM.
Anyone with information should call 911, Brinkley PD at 870-734-3434, or ASP Troop D at 870-633-1454.
Nick Genty retweeted
At the request of Carroll Co. Sheriff’s Office, ASP CID is investigating the homicide of Kevin Rogers, 61, of Green Forest, whose body was discovered on Oct. 3.
Rogers’ girlfriend, Ashley Hunt, 32, was arrested and jailed on a charge of 2nd-Degree Murder.
dps.arkansas.gov/news/asp-in…
Nick Genty retweeted
*TRAFFIC ADVISORY*
Interstate 55 Northbound, between mile markers 21–23, is shut down due to multiple crashes. Traffic is being diverted at the 21 NB exit (Turrell). Expect a travel delay while the scene is being cleared.
Check real-time traffic status: idrivearkansas.com/
Nick Genty retweeted
At the request of the Hot Spring County Sheriff’s Office, Special Agents with ASP's Criminal Investigation Division are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred near Malvern on September 28, around 7 p.m., resulting in the death of Michael Torchia, 31.
dps.arkansas.gov/news/asp-ci…
Nick Genty retweeted
***UPDATE: FOUND SAFE!***
Thank you for sharing.
Nick Genty retweeted
Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) Director AJ Gary has announced that he will retire from his role as ADEM Director and State Homeland Security Advisor on November 1, 2026.
To read the full release, visit:
dps.arkansas.gov/news/adem-d…
Nick Genty retweeted
ARKANSAS MISSING/ENDANGERED CHILD ADVISORY
Missing from: Camp (Fulton County)
Joselyn Marie Hancock, Age 13
White Female / 5' 4" / 110 lbs.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office at (870) 895-2601.
*PLEASE SHARE*
Nick Genty retweeted
This week, FEMA R6 Grant Management Division team had a grants collaboration with @AR_Emergencies to provide real-time technical assistance on procedural requirements. Through side-by-side engagement, we continue to make progress for both Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation.
Nick Genty retweeted
On Sept. 23, within a span of 2 hours and occurring only 5 miles apart, ASP Troopers seized approximately 59 pounds of illegal marijuana, 200 grams of THC vape products & $4,510 in cash in 2 traffic stops on I-40 in Pope County, resulting in 3 arrests.
dps.arkansas.gov/news/asp-in…
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At the request of Eudora PD (EPD), ASP CID is investigating the fatal stabbing of Debra Cooper, 65, that occurred in Eudora on the afternoon of September 22.
Homicide suspect Caleb Johnson, 40, was taken into custody by EPD officers at the scene.
dps.arkansas.gov/news/asp-ci…
Nick Genty retweeted
Kaleigh Reaves, 24, of Little Rock, has been charged in a Sept. 14 pedestrian fatality that occurred on I-430, claiming the life of a 36-year-old Hot Springs woman.
Reaves turned herself in at Pulaski County District Court on Sept. 18.
dps.arkansas.gov/news/asp-in…
Nick Genty retweeted
Bunker Fire Update: 2,849 acres, 75% contained as of 6 p.m. today.
State and federal crews will continue surveillance and suppression efforts as containment progresses. Aerial resources remain active, and a no-drone/fly zone remains in place.
Nick Genty retweeted
Thank you to our FEMA partners for their swift action in approving the FMAG, ensuring critical support reached Arkansas without delay.
We have approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) for Arkansas to support locally-led efforts to fight the Bunker Fire. FMAG funds provide additional support to the state to help with firefighting expenses for tools, supplies, and more. fema.gov/FMAG
ALT Helicopter dropping water on a wildfire with text about fire management assistance grants from FEMA.
Nick Genty retweeted
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has ordered the Arkansas National Guard’s 77th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade to deploy two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters with Bambi buckets to the vicinity of Camden, Ark., to assist with wildfire suppression.
Nick Genty retweeted
Today is #NationalPoliceWomanDay & we salute the strength, courage & determination of women across our state & nation who are dedicated to law enforcement careers.
We’re especially proud of our own – 27 of almost 600 Troopers – who wear the Big Hat!
Thank you for your service!
Nick Genty retweeted
Arkansas' Twelfth Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney Daniel Shue determined use of deadly force by 4 officers with the Fort Smith Police Department during a May 2026 officer-involved fatal shooting was justified under state law.
dps.arkansas.gov/news/fspd-o…
Nick Genty retweeted
The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) has achieved accreditation through the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP), a nationally recognized standard of excellence for emergency management organizations.
To read the full release:
dps.arkansas.gov/news/adem-a…
Nick Genty retweeted
Charges against James Richard Ivey, 33, of Emmet, were upgraded to Capital Murder today following the death of his 4-year-old victim on Aug 30. The girl's mom, Tiffany Edwards, 28, was also charged w/ Capital Murder.
An ASP CID investigation is ongoing.
dps.arkansas.gov/news/charge…
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An ASP-led investigation resulted in conviction of former Hardy Police Chief Scott Rose, 48.
On Aug. 28, he was found guilty of 2nd-Degree Sexual Assault & Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor & ordered to pay fines, serve jail time, & register as a sex offender.
dps.arkansas.gov/news/former…
