Arkansas State Police Search for Inmate Who Escaped Brinkley Detention Center With Taser
Arkansas authorities are actively searching for 41-year-old Rodney Smith, who escaped from the Brinkley Police Department detention center on Thursday morning after allegedly assaulting law enforcement personnel and taking an officer’s Taser.
According to the Arkansas State Police, the escape occurred around 7:15 a.m. Investigators noted that Smith was being held at the facility in Monroe County—located about an hour’s drive from Little Rock—while awaiting available bed space with the Arkansas Division of Correction.
During the incident, Smith reportedly assaulted law enforcement personnel, took an officer’s Taser, and fled the detention center on foot.
State police describe Smith as a Black man who stands 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighs approximately 260 pounds. At the time of his escape, he was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, yellow pants, and white socks, and he was not wearing shoes.
Law Enforcement Search for Fugitive with History of Aggravated Robbery
Law enforcement agencies have mobilized resources to locate the fugitive. Arkansas State Police troopers and special agents are assisting the Brinkley Police Department alongside the Arkansas Division of Correction’s K-9 unit.
Authorities are urging residents not to approach Smith or attempt to detain him.
According to state police, Smith’s arrest history includes aggravated robbery and domestic battery.
Investigators have not yet released additional details regarding how Smith managed to overpower personnel or specific leads on his current direction of travel.
🚨 ARKANSAS INMATE ALLEGEDLY ATTACKS TWO OFFICERS, STEALS TASER, AND ESCAPES JAIL BAREFOOTPolice are searching for 41-year-old Rodney Jermaine Smith after he allegedly assaulted two officers and escaped from the Brinkley Detention Center in Arkansas Thursday morning.According… pic.twitter.com/og4tOSUFUU
How to Report Information
Law enforcement is asking anyone with information regarding Smith’s whereabouts to come forward immediately. Officials emphasize that community vigilance is critical, but direct intervention poses safety risks.
Anyone spotting someone matching Smith’s description—particularly a barefoot man wearing a white T-shirt and yellow pants—should dial 911 immediately. Direct tips can also be directed to the Brinkley Police Department at 870-734-3434 or Arkansas State Police Troop D at 870-633-1454.
