Search Intensifies for Escaped 'Devil in the Ozarks' Ex-Police Chief
Authorities are continuing the search for Grant Hardin, a convicted murderer and former police chief, who escaped from prison. A survival expert is advising hikers and outdoor enthusiasts to avoid the Arkansas Ozarks area as the search intensifies. Hardin, dubbed the 'Devil in the Ozarks,' is considered dangerous. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.
The search for Grant Hardin, a former police chief and convicted murderer and rapist, continues in the Arkansas Ozarks. Hardin, who escaped from prison earlier this week, has prompted warnings from survival experts urging people to avoid the area. Authorities are conducting an extensive search, utilizing air support and ground teams. Hardin, nicknamed the 'Devil in the Ozarks,' was serving a life sentence. Law enforcement officials are urging local residents to remain cautious and immediately report any sightings or suspicious activity. The escape has raised concerns about security protocols at the correctional facility where Hardin was incarcerated. The investigation into the escape is ongoing.