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‘Devil in the Ozarks’ Escapee Believed to Have Fled Arkansas

A new photo rendering accompanies a $25,000 reward alongside expanded regional searches by federal, state, local authorities.

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Overview

  • Grant Hardin walked out of the North Central Unit on May 25 by donning a homemade law enforcement uniform.
  • Federal filings and marshals’ reports cite unverified sightings in central Arkansas and southern Missouri, indicating he may have crossed state lines.
  • The Arkansas Department of Corrections released an age-progressed photo alongside a $25,000 reward for information leading to his capture.
  • Officials warn that Hardin is armed and dangerous and urge the public to contact the FBI or U.S. Marshals with tips.
  • An investigation is underway into security lapses at Calico Rock’s maximum-security wing, focusing on Hardin’s kitchen duties and disguise materials.