Randolph County

Firearms Stolen From Unlocked Vehicles in Pocahontas

Pocahontas police are asking residents near Old County Road to check their security cameras after several overnight thefts.

A Pocahontas Police Department patrol car. Photo by Stan Morris.

POCAHONTAS, Ark. — Firearms were stolen from unlocked vehicles in two of several overnight thefts reported in a neighborhood along Old County Road, the Pocahontas Police Department said in a community advisory.

Police asked residents to review overnight footage from doorbell cameras and other security systems. Anyone who saw unusual activity or has footage that could help the investigation is asked to contact the department. The city lists 870-892-3513 for criminal investigations.

The department urged residents to lock their vehicles even when parked in their driveways, keep valuables out of sight and bring firearms indoors to store them in a locked location. Police also recommended leaving exterior lights on and securing homes, garages and outbuildings before bed.

The advisory did not specify when the thefts occurred or give a total number of incidents.


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