Arkansas Prison Break: Former Police Chief on the Run

Former Arkansas Police Chief Escapes Prison: Manhunt Underway A former police chief in Arkansas, Grant Hardin, 56, escaped from the North Central Unit prison in Calico Rock on Sunday afternoon. Hardin was serving a 30-year sentence for first-degree murder and rape. He was seen on surveillance footage leaving the prison in what authorities described as a "makeshift" police uniform. The escape prompted a large-scale manhunt involving state and local law enforcement. "We are utilizing all available resources, including K-9 units and drones, to locate and apprehend Hardin," said a spokesperson for the Arkansas Department of Corrections. The search is focused on the surrounding areas of Calico Rock. NBC News reporter Jesse Kirsch stated, "Authorities are aware of Hardin's law enforcement background, which complicates the search." The reporter also added that the authorities have access to resources that Hardin does not, even if he might have a law enforcement mentality. The escape highlights concerns about prison security. Authorities are working diligently to ensure Hardin's swift capture and return to custody.