08/06/2026
On Thursday July 30th, while Bull Shoals Police Officers were performing daily patrol duties they conducted a warrant arrest on suspect, Thomas Valentine. As officers went to detain Valentine, he began to flee on foot. After a short foot chase, officers were able to reach Valentine with the assistance of a civilian who had intervened. A brief altercation occurred resulting in officers placing Valentine under arrest. Valentine had requested to be checked out for medical issues, was cleared by Baxter Ambulance, and transported to the Marion County Detention Center. Valentine is currently being held for his warrants as well as additional charges of:
One (1) count of Resisting Arrest a Class (A) Misdemeanor
One (1) count of Fleeing a Class (C) Misdemeanor
Valentine has various bonds on his charges as well as a “No bond” for one of his warrants. The identity of the civilian involved will not be released due to the respect for the privacy of the family. No injuries were sustained by anyone involved.