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🚨 For emergencies, call 911.
📞 For non-emergencies, call 479-474-8000

For immediate releaseVan Buren Police Department officers arrested 44-year-old restaurant manager Tomas Perez-Gutierrez ...
10/14/2026

For immediate release

Van Buren Police Department officers arrested 44-year-old restaurant manager Tomas Perez-Gutierrez on October 13, 2026, for sexual assault in the 2nd degree after a months long investigation. He is currently being held at the Crawford County Justice Center on a $250,000.00 bond. ICE has also placed a hold on him. Anyone who has information about similar encounters with Perez-Gutierrez is encouraged to contact Detective Elaina Adams at the Van Buren Police Department, 479-474-1234.

PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA

Oficiales del Departamento de Policía de Van Buren arrestaron a Tomas Perez-Gutierrez, de 44 años, quien trabaja como gerente de un restaurante, el 13 de Octubre de 2026. Fue arrestado por agresión sexual en segundo grado después de una investigación que duró varios meses.

Actualmente, se encuentra detenido en el Centro de Justicia del Condado de Crawford con una fianza de $250,000. ICE también ha solicitado que permanezca detenido.

Si alguien tiene información sobre situaciones similares con Perez-Gutierrez, puede comunicarse con la detective Elaina Adams del Departamento de Policía de Van Buren al 479-474-1234

🚔 Citizens Police Academy: Weeks 4 & 5! 🚔We’ve had two more great weeks of our Citizens Police Academy!During Week 4, pa...
10/14/2026

🚔 Citizens Police Academy: Weeks 4 & 5! 🚔

We’ve had two more great weeks of our Citizens Police Academy!

During Week 4, participants spent time with Prosecuting Attorney Denis Dean and Circuit Judge Marc McCune to learn more about the court system. Thank you to Pizza Hut for sponsoring dinner! 🍕

During Week 5, participants toured the Sheriff’s Department, jail, and Coroner’s Office, gaining a closer look at the important work happening throughout our local law enforcement and public safety agencies. Thank you to the Sheriff’s Department for providing dinner and Nothing Bundt Cakes for sponsoring dessert! 🍰

A big thank you to everyone who took the time to share their knowledge and support our Citizens Police Academy. We appreciate everyone who helps make this program a success!

🍩 A BIG thank you to Baron Efurd!Baron stopped by the Van Buren Police Department and brought us some delicious donuts, ...
09/29/2026

🍩 A BIG thank you to Baron Efurd!

Baron stopped by the Van Buren Police Department and brought us some delicious donuts, simply because he wanted to do something nice for our officers and staff.

Thank you, Baron, for thinking of us and brightening our day!

👮‍♀️ Citizens Police Academy | Weeks 1 & 2 👮‍♂️We’ve had a great start to our Citizens Police Academy! Our first two wee...
09/28/2026

👮‍♀️ Citizens Police Academy | Weeks 1 & 2 👮‍♂️

We’ve had a great start to our Citizens Police Academy! Our first two weeks have been packed with opportunities for participants to learn more about the Van Buren Police Department and the many roles our officers serve in our community.

📚 Week 1:
Deputy Chief Brown gave an overview of the infrastructure and operations of the Police Department, followed by a tour of the department led by Sgt. Ardemagni. Lt. Ho also provided an inside look at our School Resource Officer (SRO) Division and the important role our SROs play in our schools.

🚔 Week 2:
Participants learned about DWI enforcement and traffic stops, along with an exciting look at K9 operations with our buddy, K9 Kato! 🐕‍🦺

🍽️ A special thank you to La Huerta for providing a delicious dinner for our participants! We appreciate you helping make Week 2 a great one!

We’re excited for the weeks ahead and look forward to continuing to give our Citizens Police Academy participants an inside look at the people, programs, and work that go into keeping our community safe.

🚓 COME SEE US TODAY! 🚓We’ll be at the Van Buren Public Library today for the Heath and Wellness Fair from 10am-2pm.Come ...
09/26/2026

🚓 COME SEE US TODAY! 🚓

We’ll be at the Van Buren Public Library today for the Heath and Wellness Fair from 10am-2pm.

Come out, meet some of our officers, and have some fun! 👮‍♀️👮‍♂️

09/21/2026

JUVENILE HAS BEEN LOCATED SAFE!

🚨 RUNAWAY JUVENILE 🚨

The Van Buren Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16, who was last seen on September 19, 2026.

is described as:
• 5'00"
• Approximately 130 lbs
• Blonde hair
• Blue eyes

If you have seen or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact Sergeant Kylie Ardemagni at 479-471-5080.

🔎 PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTEDThe Van Buren Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a subj...
09/15/2026

🔎 PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED

The Van Buren Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a subject involved in an open investigation.

If you recognize the individual pictured, please contact the Criminal Investigation Department at (479) 471-5081.

09/02/2026

Statement from Chief Jonathan Wear

Over the past several weeks, the Van Buren Police Department has been reviewing and strengthening our policies and controls regarding the use of license plate reader cameras. As part of that effort, we have implemented the following restrictions:

Data retention has been reduced to seven days.

Access to the system has been limited. Direct access is restricted to Van Buren Police Department employees, with outside search access limited to law enforcement agencies within the State of Arkansas.

Searches are restricted to specific law enforcement purposes, including felony investigations, missing persons cases, warrants, narcotics investigations, certain misdemeanor theft cases, and certain domestic battery cases occurring within 12 hours of the reported incident. Any access outside of these parameters will require documented approval from the Chief of Police.

We are continuing discussions with legislators, city leaders, and members of our community to ensure we appropriately balance the public safety benefits of this technology with the privacy concerns and expectations of the citizens we serve.

The Van Buren Police Department understands that technology used in law enforcement must be accompanied by appropriate safeguards, accountability, and responsible oversight. We will continue to evaluate our policies and practices as we work to ensure this technology is used appropriately and for legitimate public safety purposes.

Finally, our commitment remains unchanged: to serve the citizens of Van Buren, protect their rights, and keep our community safe.

09/02/2026

📢 NOW HIRING: RECEPTIONIST
The Van Buren Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Receptionist!

💼 Starting Salary: $44,044.80 annually

Benefits include:
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement benefits

After one year of employment, employees may also be eligible for:
• Longevity pay
• College incentive pay of up to $1,500 annually
• Secondary language incentive pay of up to $900 annually

📅 Application Deadline: September 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

Applications are available at the Van Buren Police Department Information Desk, located at 800 Fayetteville Road, during business hours. Application packets may also be requested by emailing: [email protected]

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver's license, have a high school diploma or GED, and have no disqualifying criminal convictions.

📌 Please note: Completed, notarized applications and required waivers must be returned to the Van Buren Police Department or scanned and emailed to: [email protected]
Photos of applications will not be accepted.

08/18/2026

Join us for the 2026 Citizens Police Academy Fall Session! Dinner is served each night too!

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800 Fayetteville Road
Van Buren, AR
72956

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+14794741234

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