HARRISBURG, Ark. — A law enforcement officer who was placed on administrative leave earlier this week has been arrested.
Harrisburg Police Chief Eric Moore and his son, Brandon Moore, were arrested today following an investigation into allegations of misconduct involving impersonation, firearms, and unauthorized access to police resources.
Chief Eric Moore faces charges including Furnish a Handgun or a Prohibited Weapon to a Felon, a Class B felony, and three counts of ACIC – Release or Disclosure of Information, Class D felonies. His son, Brandon Moore, is being charged with Possession of Firearms by Certain Persons in the First Degree, a Class D felony, two counts of Criminal Impersonation in the Second Degree, Class A misdemeanors, and Criminal Impersonation in the First Degree, a Class D felony. Both appeared before a judge today for a probable cause hearing. A $5,000 bond was set for Chief Moore, and a $25,000 bond was set for Brandon Moore.
The investigation began on April 4, 2025, after Mayor Kimble raised concerns about Chief Moore allowing his convicted felon son to ride in his patrol vehicle during active duty, a release said. The Poinsett County Sheriff’s Office was requested by Mayor Kimble to investigate potential misconduct, including criminal activity.
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Witnesses, including deputies and police officers, reported instances where Brandon Moore was present in Chief Moore’s vehicle, wearing police gear, and accessing sensitive law enforcement resources.
“We are dedicated to transparency and accountability within our law enforcement community,” said a spokesperson. “Law enforcement officers are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct both on and off duty. It’s crucial that we fulfill our responsibilities with impartiality, treating all individuals equally, regardless of their status.”
The probable cause affidavit details the exhaustive investigation at various points, with Lt. Devon Stroud of the PCSO leading the investigation. It began on April 4 when Sheriff Kevin Molder told Stroud he had learned of complaints alleging that Harrisburg Police Chief Eric Moore was letting his son, Brandon, ride with him in his patrol vehicle on duty. Brandon Moore is a convicted felon, the report said, and works at Harrisburg City Water and Gas.
Various incidents had been reported, such as Chief Moore and Brandon Moore pulling up to a traffic stop being conducted by another law enforcement officer. On multiple occasions, other law enforcement officers observed ACIC information on screen with Brandon Moore having full view or access to the terminal.
At about 10:32 p.m. on March 28, during an intoxicated male call on Main Street, deputies observed Chief Moore’s computer open with ACIC pulled up, showing the male’s information. Brandon Moore was in the passenger seat unsupervised. A deputy also observed him wearing a vest that said “Chief Moore” on it.
On April 8, Lt. Stroud spoke to Harrisburg Mayor Justin Kimble, who advised that “all of his officers were going to quit if nothing got done about these complainants [sic].” Throughout the report, officers appeared to be displeased with the actions of the police chief while also fearing retaliation if they were to speak up.
Also on April 8, Lt. Stroud spoke to a Marked Tree police officer, who said he noticed two people on the scene he didn’t recognize during a call. One of the two men wore a reflective jacket and carried himself as an officer. When Lt. Stroud reviewed his body cam footage, he could see Brandon Moore wearing a police vest with a badge on it in a gray shirt with sleeves that had reflective material on them.
On April 10, Lt. Stroud interviewed Chief Moore, who had his attorney present. Lt. Stroud asked if Brandon Moore ever rode in his patrol vehicle, but the chief’s attorney advised him not to answer that. The attorney asked what the complaints were, but Lt. Stroud responded, saying he wasn’t going into details if there weren’t going to be answers to his questions. After several more questions and no answers, the interview was ended.
Eric William Moore, 56, of Harrisburg, was booked at 8:41 a.m. on April 16 in the Poinsett County Detention Center. Brandon Scott Moore, 33, was booked at 8:56 a.m. the same morning.
All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Any police officer who commits a FELONY should have their badge removed and NOT BE ALLOWED to be an officer ever again.