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Search Intensifies for Escaped Convicted Killer Grant Hardin in Arkansas

Authorities are intensifying their search for Grant Hardin, a former police chief who escaped prison while serving sentences for murder and rape.


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Grant Hardin, a former police chief known as the 'Devil in the Ozarks,' escaped from the North Central Unit in Arkansas on Sunday. He was serving a 30-year sentence for the murder of James Appleton and a 50-year sentence for a 1997 rape. Hardin disguised himself in a makeshift law enforcement uniform, complicating the search efforts. Authorities are utilizing canines, drones, and helicopters to navigate the rugged terrain of the Ozark Mountains. The search area has expanded, and local residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

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The article highlights the escape of a former police chief serving serious sentences, raising public safety concerns.

Community fear is emphasized, particularly from victims' families, regarding the threat posed by the escapee.

Ongoing search efforts are underscored, reflecting the urgency and seriousness of the situation.

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