Manhunt for Escaped Inmate Dubbed “Devil of the Ozarks” Enters Fifth Day
Calico Rock, Arkansas — The search continues for escaped inmate Grant Hardin, a former police chief infamously known as the “Devil of the Ozarks,” as the manhunt stretches into its fifth day.
Authorities are scouring the rugged terrain surrounding Calico Rock, Arkansas, where Hardin was last seen. He escaped custody earlier this week under circumstances that remain under investigation. The 60-year-old convict, who once served as a police chief in nearby Gateway, was serving time for murder.
CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports from the scene that law enforcement agencies, including local police, state troopers, and U.S. Marshals, are coordinating a large-scale search effort, utilizing helicopters, tracking dogs, and drones.
Officials are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any sightings of Hardin, who is considered dangerous. No injuries have been reported in connection with the escape, but authorities warn that the fugitive may be armed.
Hardin earned his ominous nickname following his conviction and growing reputation for violence in the region.
Updates will continue as the story develops.
