Bella Vista Police Department

06/14/2026

Today Officer Easterling and Officer Gonzalez had a not-so-typical police call. They were asked to pose for a quick photo to assist a team from New Life Christian Church with completing a task on their scavenger hunt. Thanks for stopping by and including us in your fun.

06/12/2026

Thank you to Safety Town NWA for inviting Cpl. Jaro and K9 Rip to participate in their annual safety event for children. Cpl. Jaro talked with the children about safety around police dogs and gun safety.

06/03/2026

Join us for an evening session of Coffee with a Cop on Tuesday, June 16th at 5 pm at the Bella Vista Police Department located at 2483 Forest Hills Blvd.

06/01/2026

Our sincerest condolences to Captain Chris Kelley’s family as well as the men and women of the Centerton Police Department and the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. Captain Kelley’s commitment to serving and protecting the community will never be forgotten.

Our law enforcement family is mourning the loss of a truly remarkable man.

After many years of dedicated service, Chris Kelley, a longtime Deputy Sheriff with the Benton County Sheriff's Office, (Reserve Lieutenant), and Captain with the Centerton Police Department, has passed away.

He was more than a badge and a uniform. He was a respected leader, a trusted mentor, a loyal friend, a devoted husband, and a servant to his community. His kindness, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to others left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

He led with integrity, treated people with respect, and earned the admiration of colleagues, friends, and community members alike. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched throughout his career and beyond.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who served alongside him during this difficult time.

Thank you for your service, your friendship, and the example you set for so many. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

Rest easy, brother. We have the watch from here.

05/29/2026

‼ SCAM ALERT ‼
Scammers are at it again. This time they are targeting people working with the City of Bella Vista, Arkansas Planning Department. See the suspicious return email address at the top of the photo? All official City of Bella Vista email addresses end with .gov whereas this one shows @ usa. com
If you are expecting an email from the City of Bella Vista Planning Department and you receive something that doesn’t look quite right, then give them a call at 479-855-8285.

05/28/2026

A ticket is inconvenient. A crash is life changing. Buckle your seat belt every time. Click It or Ticket.

05/27/2026

Today at 10:21 a.m., officers responded to a welfare check of a suicidal male walking from Hampstead Road toward US Highway 71. Officers found the man on the golf course near Hampstead Road. When the officers approached the man, the man shot himself. Officers rendered aid and the man was transported to Mercy Rogers where he died from his injuries. Next of kin has been notified.
If you or someone you know is suffering from a mental health crisis, please call 988 for help.

05/21/2026

‼️ REMINDER ‼️ The OZ Stage Race is happening this weekend in Bella Vista. Residents and visitors should expect increased trail traffic and police officers directing traffic at key road crossings throughout the weekend. Please use caution when driving near trail crossings and be aware of riders, spectators, and event staff in the area. (See previous post for more specific trail use times and courses or visit https://ozstagerace.com/.)

05/19/2026

You may think a quick 10-minute drive doesn’t require a seat belt, but every trip in the car does. Keep everyone safe and always buckle up.