Crawford County Emergency Communications Center

08/20/2026

We are experiencing intermittent network issues please be patient while we get this issue resolved.

08/17/2026

The Alma Police Department was contacted by Southwestern Advantage Book Company, they will be going door to door selling educational materials. The below picture is Pijus Maldonis, he has registered with the city to go door to door and will have company identification. Pijus is from Lithuania and would like everyone know he has a very heavy accent.

08/13/2026

As of yesterday, August 12th, 2026, Crawford County is officially under a burn ban. No outside burning, such as yard waste, trash, fields, campfires, etc.

06/03/2026

One of our deputies was injured while assisting during a fire incident. We ask that you keep him, his family, and all those involved in your thoughts and prayers as he begins his recovery. We are grateful for his service, dedication, and commitment to helping others. Wishing him a safe and speedy recovery. 🚔❤️🙏

DEPUTY INJURED IN ATTEMPTED FIRE RESCUE: Crawford County Sheriff's Office Deputy Robin Gaines is in ICU with first, second, and third degree burns after racing into a burning home earlier this morning in Dyer, AR. 3 people made it out of the home but one person died. CCSO says, fortunately, his injuries are not life-threatening. Here is a look at this massive fire ~> https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B7wHvZ32G/?mibextid=wwXIfr

In 2021 while working with the Fort Smith Police Department, then-Officer Gaines was stabbed by a man who had killed two family members. Gaines was able to fire and kill the assailant. He was later named in 2022 as the Arkansas Officer of the Year.

Here is a GoFundMe to help the officer’s family ~> https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-officer-robin-gaines-recovery

Updates ~> https://www.nwahomepage.com/river-valley-news/1-resident-killed-1-deputy-injured-in-early-morning-crawford-county-house-fire

05/17/2026

Please keep the officer, his family and all of FSPD in your thoughts and prayers today. 💙

COMMUNITY ALERT Fort Smith Police Officer sustains life-threatening injuries in early morning shooting Fort Smith, Arkansas sent this bulletin at 05/17/2026 03:37 AM CDT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 17, 2026 CONTACT Aric Mitchell, PIO 479-709-5000 [email protected] COMMUNITY NOTICE Fort Smith Police...

05/12/2026

🚔💙 NATIONAL POLICE WEEK 💙🚔

This week, Crawford County 911 proudly recognizes and honors the brave men and women who wear the badge and serve our communities with courage, dedication, and sacrifice every single day.

We would like to thank our law enforcement partners for their unwavering commitment to keeping Crawford County safe:

💙 Van Buren Police Department
💙 Alma Police Department
💙 Cedarville Police Department
💙 Mountainburg Police Department
💙 Kibler Police Department
💙 Mulberry Police Department
💙 Dyer Police Department
💙 Crawford County Sheriff’s Office

Your professionalism, strength, and service do not go unnoticed. Thank you for answering the call, protecting our communities, and standing beside us every day.

From all of us at Crawford County 911 — thank you for your service and sacrifice. 🇺🇸

05/06/2026

Happy Correctional Officers Week to the incredible team at Crawford County Detention Center! 💙

From all of us in Dispatch — thank you for everything you do, day in and day out. Your strength, dedication, and professionalism never go unnoticed. You handle the toughest situations with patience and resilience, and we’re proud to stand beside you as part of the same team.

We appreciate your commitment to keeping everyone safe and your constant support behind the scenes. Stay safe, and know we’ve always got your back!

— Crawford County Dispatch

04/25/2026

04/19/2026

Our thoughts are with LeFlore County Sheriff's Office Oklahoma and Wister Police department tonight as one of their deputies was critically injured.
From all of us here at Crawford County Dispatch, we are lifting up that deputy, their family, their fellow deputies, and the entire agency during this incredibly difficult time. We know the strength it takes to answer the call each day, and tonight we stand beside you.
Stay strong. We’re here if you need anything. 💙