Fugitive Alert: Arkansas Police Hunt Man Who Escaped St. Francis County Jail

The Arkansas State Police, along with the St. Francis County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Marshals Service, are asking for the public’s help in locating 38-year-old Christopher Davenport of Forrest City. He was reported missing from the St. Francis County Detention Center on Monday evening, November 24.

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Arkansas Inmate Discovered Missing During Routine Headcount

Officials say Davenport, who is from Forrest City, Arkansas, was discovered missing around 7 PM Monday during a routine headcount. He was being held under trustee status while he was waiting for his trial on felony charges, including first-degree battery, two counts of endangering the welfare of a minor, and several weapons offenses. He is also facing additional charges from his arrest by the U.S. Marshals Service.

Davenport was originally taken into custody on September 19, following a shooting at the Star One Food Mart in Forrest City. He was booked into the St. Francis County Detention Center, where he had been held until his escape was discovered.

How to Report Information on Christopher Davenport's Whereabouts to Arkansas Law Enforcement

Christopher Davenport could be anywhere in the state of Arkansas. Does he look familiar? If you see him or know anything about his whereabouts, please contact the St. Francis County Sheriff’s Office at (870) 633-2611 or Arkansas State Police Troop D at (870) 633-1454.