Law enforcement is searching for a Calico Rock man who fled from law enforcement twice in less than 24 hours.
Stephen Whaples, age 36 of Calico Rock, ran from an Arkansas State Police Trooper on Dolph Road Sunday afternoon according to Izard County authorities. A search of the area at that time did not locate him.
Around 3:15am Monday morning, deputies responded to a report that Whaples had been spotted again in the 1500 block of West Crossroads. The suspect again fled on foot.
Arkansas Department of Corrections responded with a Dog Team to assist.
At the time of this article, the search for Whaples remains active.
Authorities report Whaples is wanted for parole violations and urges the public not to approach him.
If you have information contact the Izard County Sheriff’s Office at 870-368-4203