Earle Police Department

On behalf of the Earle Police Department, we are proud to attend advanced training at the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory focused on DNA analysis, fi****ms examination, and critical forensic investigative techniques.

Continuing education and professional development are essential in modern law enforcement. By strengthening our knowledge and understanding of forensic science, we are better equipped to conduct thorough investigations, support victims, pursue justice, and serve the citizens of Earle with integrity and professionalism.

The Earle Police Department remains committed to learning, growth, and utilizing every available resource to protect our community and build stronger, safer neighborhoods.

Notification to Residents of Earle,

Residents in the New Earle area of Earle may be experiencing power outages, but the relevant agencies have been informed and are working on a resolution.

Drivers across Arkansas can expect to see more police on the roads next week as law enforcement agencies crack down on distracted driving from April 6 through April 13. 🚔📱

The campaign is part of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s “Put the Phone Away or Pay” effort during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

Officers throughout Arkansas will be watching for drivers who are texting, scrolling, or otherwise using their phones while behind the wheel. Those caught can be stopped and ticketed.

Chief Atkins and Mayor Smith said distracted driving, especially cellphone use, continues to play a major role in serious and deadly crashes.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 3,275 people were killed and more than 324,000 were injured in distracted-driving crashes nationwide in 2023.

Officials recommend:

• Pull over before reading or sending a text
• Let a passenger handle calls or messages
• Turn on “Do Not Disturb” mode 📵
• Keep your phone out of reach while driving

Law enforcement officials say the goal of the campaign is to prevent crashes and save lives, not just issue tickets.

Safe driving can be adopted by these phone-free driving habits:
• Pull over and park in a safe location before using the phone to send or read a text message.
• Ask a passenger to be the “designated texter” and allow them to manage calls and messages during the drive.
• Avoid social media scrolling and any form of messaging while behind the wheel.
• Use “Do Not Disturb” mode to silence notifications.
• Drivers can put their phone in the trunk, glove box or back seat of the vehicle to break the habit of driving distracted.