Arkansas Department of Public Safety

Protecting Arkansas Citizens

Ensuring the safety and security of all Arkansans through law enforcement, law enforcement support, and emergency management services

Our Mission

The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to enhance the safety and
security of all Arkansans through ethical, character-driven behavior that
promotes professionalism, clear communication, and accountability
while serving as the state’s premier public safety agency.
PUBLIC SAFETY SECRETARY
MIKE HAGAR

Our Mission

The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to enhance the safety and
security of all Arkansans through ethical, character-driven behavior that
promotes professionalism, clear communication, and accountability
while serving as the state’s premier public safety agency.
PUBLIC SAFETY SECRETARY
MIKE HAGAR

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DPS News

ASP CID INVESTIGATING CORNING SHOOTING: SUSPECT ARRESTED

May 19, 2026 CORNING, Ark. — Special Agents with the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) are investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Baker Sawmill Company in Corning. At approximately 4 p.m., the Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and the Corning Police Department (CPD) responded

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ASP CID INVESTIGATING HUNTSVILLE SHOOTING INVOLVING 15-YEAR-OLD

May 14, 2026 HUNTSVILLE, Ark. — Special Agents with the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) along with investigators with the Huntsville Police Department are investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at a residence in Huntsville. Around 8:30 p.m., ASP, Madison County Sheriff’s Office and the

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DPS CALENDAR

Jun
05

2nd Quarter ACIC Supervisory Board Meeting

June 5, 2026 at 10:00 am
Location: David Eberdt Training Center 322 Main Street, Ste. 615, Little Rock, AR…
Jun
09

CLEST Commission Meeting

June 9, 2026 at 9:00 am
ASP Headquarters1 State Police Plaza DriveLittle Rock, AR 72209…
Jun
10

CLEST Commission Meeting

June 10, 2026 at 9:00 am
ASP Headquarters1 State Police Plaza DriveLittle Rock, AR 72209…