Cammack Village Police Department

11/01/2025

Celebrating the birthday of our bravest officer on four legs — thank you for your service and loyalty, K9 Havoc!

Today is Havoc’s 6th Birthday Havoc has been serving our community since 2021.

Chief Powell and K9 Havoc are trained and certified as a team by the State of Arkansas and the National Narcotic Detector Dog Association and the North American Police Work Dog Association- in criminal apprehension, handler protection, tracking, article/building search, and narcotic detection.

K9 Havoc is trained to locate the odor of five different narcotic substances; Ma*****na, Co***ne, He**in, Methamphetamine, Ecstasy.

10/28/2025

Halloween Safety Tips

Do not allow a child to go “Trick or Treating” alone. Be sure older children TAKE A FRIEND and an ADULT accompanies young children.

Be certain to accompany young children to the door of every house they approach.

Be certain that parents are familiar with every house and all people from which the children receive treats.
Children should be cautioned that they should NOT enter any home without prior permission from their parents.

Children should be cautioned not to approach any vehicle, occupied or not, unless they know the owner and are accompanied by a parent.

Make sure that all children carry a glow stick or wear reflective clothing.

When using facial masks, make sure that children can see and breathe properly and easily.
All costumes and masks should be clearly marked as flame resistant.

Children should be warned to NEVER approach any house that is not well lit and does not have a porch or “outside” light on.

Children should be cautioned to remember any suspicious incidents and report them to their parents and/or the proper official.

Children should be cautioned to run away from people who try to trick them with special treats.

Children should be instructed to scream and make a scene if anyone tries to grab them or force them, in any way, to go with them.

Parents should inspect all treats and dispose of anything that seems to have been tampered with, has been opened, or is not wrapped.

Cammack Village Police- will have multiple officers working on the 31st, to insure you have a safe and Happy Halloween.

Please contact police if you observe any unusual or suspicious activity 663-8267.

10/20/2025

Next week is Distracted Driving Mobilization Week in Arkansas.

When you’re behind the wheel, you have one job…safe driving.

When you pay attention to anything else, you’re driving distracted. You never know the cost of a text, swipe or scroll.

So be smart,. Put the Phone Away or Pay!

10/11/2025

The Cammack Village Police Department extends our deepest condolences to the Maumelle Police Department following the tragic loss of Officer Christopher Stroud.

We're standing with the Maumelle Police Department family and their community as they honor his service Our thoughts are with Officer Stroud’s family, friends, and fellow officers during this difficult time.

https://www.kark.com/news/local-news/maumelle-police-department-mourns-the-loss-of-officer-christopher-stroud/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNXu4hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHpzDBmXbEmhcL9HY92lCYLU31xAxHM8IIVZvoLRbDpDadWDUZ_xSKK5ISJ9E_aem_qMTW6KkOyEx7_8nBe9kC_Q

Officer Christopher Michael Stroud, a 26-year veteran of the Maumelle Police Department, passed away after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of trust and respect for the students and st…

09/19/2025

PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE CRIMINALS

CRIMINALS that are fed lose not only their natural fear of LAW-ABIDING CITIZENS, but also their ability to survive/work on their own.

Please protect yourself, your family and your property -

Early Friday morning (09/19/2025) several night crawling criminals unlawfully entered multiple vehicles in Kingwood, Cammack and Heights neighborhoods- stealing, guns, cash, credit cards and ultimately a pickup truck.

Citizens are unwittingly rewarding criminals, by carelessly leaving valuable property in their vehicles

Officers are committed to apprehending those responsible and keeping our community safe.

But PLEASE do your part- do no leave property in your vehicles.

Criminals operate on a "reward vs. risk" basis. If they consistently find valuable items in vehicles, the reward for their crime is high, and they will likely return to the same location.

If you see suspicious people or vehicles, contact police Immediately (CVPD 663-8267)

Video footage would be helpful and we are asking residents to check their home surveillance cameras and report any unusual activity between the hours of 0300 to 500 am. This footage may assist in the identification and prosecution of suspects

https://cammackvillagepdar.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/25-037

09/12/2025

It might seem like a harmless style choice, but the tint on your car windows could be illegal — and even dangerous

Cammack Village Police announced it is launching an enforcement campaign targeting illegal dark window tint and license plate coverings on vehicles.

“We’re seeing more and more people tinting their entire windshield, and that’s illegal — you just can’t do it; it’s like driving with sunglasses on, it’s not safe at night or in bad weather, ” said Cammack Chief Peter Powell .

Cammack Police stated the campaign’s goal is to ensure compliance with state law and enhance public safety.

Concerns about the dangers of excessively darkened windows, which impair visibility for drivers, pedestrians, and law enforcement officers, prompted this initiative.

Additionally, in hit-and-run incidents, obscured license plates hinder vehicle identification, complicating investigations and delaying justice for victims.

“Maintaining proper visibility on the roadways is paramount,” emphasized Chief Powell . “Dark window tints can significantly reduce a driver’s ability to see clearly, especially at night or in adverse weather conditions. This not only endangers the driver and passengers but also poses a serious threat to pedestrians and other motorists.”

Chief Powell also highlighted how illegal window tint can hinder law enforcement officers’ ability to conduct traffic stops safely. “When officers are unable to see inside a vehicle due to excessively dark window tint, it creates a potential officer safety concern. Traffic stops are a critical aspect of ensuring public safety, and obstructed visibility increases the risk for both officers and motorists.”

Chief Powell noted that dark window tint and license plate covers can greatly impede the ability of witnesses in hit-and-run incidents to identify the vehicle and responsible driver.

“In cases where a vehicle with illegal tint and license plate covers are involved, these obstructions make it extremely challenging for witnesses to accurately identify the driver or obtain crucial vehicle identifying information.”

Arkansas law 27-37-306 mandates specific light transmission requirements for window tint: Front side windows must have a light transmission of at least 25%, side windows behind the driver at least 10 percent, Window tint on the top portion of the windshield is permissible if it doesn’t extend more than five inches down.

A front windshield cannot be fully tinted. Officers will also enforce laws against illegal license plate covers, per Arkansas law 27-14-716, which mandates that license plates must be clearly visible, and prohibits placing any type of cover over a license plate which makes the license plate more difficult to read or which reduces the reflective properties of the license plate.

Note: Consult Cammack Police, if you have specific questions about Arkansas's window tint law. If you question the legality of the window tint on your vehicle, come by the police department and officers be glad to assist you in testing your window tinting (without issuing a citation).

Officers are interested in promoting voluntary compliance, rather than issuing citations.

Let’s all work together to keep Cammack Village streets safe, by keeping your view clear.

09/11/2025

Never forget those who gave their lives , so others may live.

Of the 2,977 victims killed in the September 11 attacks, 412 were emergency workers in New York City who responded to the World Trade Center.

This included:
343 firefighters (including a chaplain and two paramedics) of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY);

37 police officers of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department (PAPD);

23 police officers of the New York City Police Department (NYPD); and 8 emergency medical technicians and paramedics from private emergency medical services[

09/08/2025

What are you doing to protect yourself and your property ?

It takes less than 30 seconds to break into a car, grab what is in plain view, check the usual hiding places for other items, and get away.

How long would it take you to secure your valuables out of sight? Even less time!

Motor vehicle theft /Auto Burglary is a “crime of opportunity.”

Thieves see an opening and they take advantage of it.

If you leave a gun in the vehicle, that’s a gun on the street that will be used against you (law abiding citizen) or used to commit other violent crimes.

Last Night 09/08/2025 at 0400 in the morning -these three suspects were breaking into vehicles and even stole a vehicle in the Echo Valley neighborhood.


Officers are committed to apprehending those responsible and keeping our community safe.

If you see suspicious people or vehicles, please contact police Immediately (CVPD 663-8267 or LRPD 371-4829).

08/29/2025

Already thinking ahead to the weekend?

Labor Day Weekend driving fatalities remain alarmingly high. Discover how dangerous U.S. roads are during the holiday and why this long weekend rivals July 4th in deadly crashes.

Labor Day faces intensified risks on American roads.
Every year, millions of Americans set off on highways for barbecues, beach outings, and family reunions. But the same roads that promise summer escape can turn lethal. For many, Labor Day marks the end of summer.

For traffic safety experts, it signals the second most dangerous weekend of the year. New estimates from the National Safety Council put the 2024 toll at 457 traffic deaths, with a 90 percent confidence range between 365 and 487. That makes Labor Day weekend nearly as dangerous as July 4th, the deadliest holiday for U.S. drivers.

What makes the long weekend so perilous? Traffic volume rises as families travel, alcohol consumption increases, and drivers take more risks. The results are sobering: preventable crashes, grieving families, and numbers that stubbornly refuse to improve year after year.

Drunk driving is 100 percent preventable, so please do your part to ensure everyone has a safe holiday weekend and make alternate plans if you are consuming alcohol.

Officerss across the state will be out in numbers working to enforce traffic laws and keep our state and roads safe

Safe Travels.

Cammack Village Police,

08/26/2025

We can't let go by without shouting out our favorite four-legged officer -K9 Havoc.

Chief Powell and “Havoc”, are certified as a team by the National Narcotic Detecting Dog Association (NNDDA), North American Police Work Dog Association (NAPWDA) and the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training.

Canine “Havoc” has been trained and certified to alert on the odors of Ma*****na, Co***ne, He**in, Methamphetamine, M**A- Ecstasy and their derivatives.

To date, canine sniffs conducted by “Havoc” have resulted in the seizure of over 222 lbs. of methamphetamine, 3 lbs. of ma*****na and 1.2 ounces of co***ne.

And the apprehension of multiple felony offenders .

08/18/2025

School is back in session . Please be on the look out for children in and around Jefferson Elementary.

08/05/2025

Public schools in the Little Rock area will start back Monday 08/11/2025.

Cammack Village is home to Jefferson Elementary.

School days bring congestion: Yellow school buses are picking up students, kids on bikes are hurrying to get to school before the bell rings, parents are trying to drop their kids off before work.

It's never more important for drivers to slow down and pay attention than when kids are present – especially before and after school.

Chief Peter Powell wants the citizens to know that with school back in session next week, Officers will be out looking for traffic violations, focusing on enforcing safety in our schools’ zones and around school bus stops. Particularly as it relates to speeding and distracted driving.

When traveling in school zones take extra care to look out for children. Never block a crosswalk or pass a vehicle stopped for pedestrians. Children can be unpredictable, be sure to follow speed limits set within the school zone. Slowing down a little can give you the extra time needed to react to a hazard such as a child in the roadway.

If you are not dropping off or picking up children at Jefferson, between the hours of 7:00 am and 8:00 am and from 2:00 till 3:30pm, you should avoid this area if possible because it is heavily congested.

Police are reminding motorists to be cautious because students will be walking, riding bicycles and waiting at bus stops.

Drivers-

• The school speed limit is 20 MPH on N. McKinley from Hawthorne to Brentwood. Slower speeds provide for more reaction time for unexpected actions by children.

• Do not pass school buses that have lights flashing and the stop sign extended.

• Pedestrians have the right of way at crosswalks and intersections.

• No passing in School zones.

Arkansas law requires all children 14 years of age or younger to be restrained by a seat belt - in either the front seat or back seat of a vehicle. Children 6 years of age and younger or children less than 60 pounds are required to be restrained in a child safety seat.

Officers will be strictly enforcing the speed limit, as well as the laws requiring drivers to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks.

Drivers should also be aware that Arkansas law prohibits drivers from using a handheld phone for talking, texting, or using their device for social networking while driving in a school zone.

Cammack Village Police have always been committed to keeping the students and staff of Jefferson Elementary safe and will continue to do everything within our power to maintain public safety.

With a little patience and following these simple instructions, we can work together to keep our children safe.

Your support and attention to school zone safety is greatly appreciated.