Welcome to the
Arkansas Association of Chiefs of Police
The mission of the AACP is to promote and advance the science of police administration and crime prevention; to develop and disseminate professional administrative practices; foster police cooperation; and exchange information and experiences throughout the state.
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Chief David Ewing, Russellville PD
Deputy Chief Chris Bentley Presents
2025 AACP Officer of the Year
Officer Cody Douglas, Barling PD
Also pictured Chief Ewing (Center) & Chief Fuller, Barling PD
2025 AACP Servants Heart of the Year
Sgt. Krystle Manning, ATU DPS
Also pictured Chief McMillian,
Chief Ewing & Captain Dougan, ATU DPS
AACP President Chief Ewing welcomes incoming President
Deputy Chief Bentley
Representative Shad Pearce, District 40
Left to right Director Sipes & Chief Ewing
2025 AACP Mayor of the Year
Mayor Tracey Reinhart, Manila
Captain Stephen Lawrence (Left), Mayor, Chief Hill, & Chief Ewing
Representative Jay Richardson swearig-in the 2025-2026 Executive Board
Chief Ewing presents Past President Chief David Hotchkiss with a plaque and congratulating him on his upcoming retirement in November
Join Us in Hot Springs
58th Annual AACP Conference
Our convention brings together a diverse group of law enforcement professionals from many ranks within the municipal, county, state, and federal agencies; all dedicated to supporting and enhancing the goals and objectives of law enforcement in Arkansas.
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AACP Members
Standardized Excellence and Professionalism in Law Enforcement
Active members
Batesville Mayor Rick Elumbaugh, Captain Fred Friar, and Chief Scarbrough
Out of more than 200 police departments across Arkansas, only two dozen meet the state’s gold standard for professional excellence — and the Batesville Police Department just joined their ranks.
The department officially earned accreditation through the Arkansas Law Enforcement Accreditation Program, marking a major milestone in operational transparency and accountability.
Achieving ALEAP accreditation requires full compliance with dozens of rigorous standards spanning essential operational areas, including use-of-force policies, officer training, evidence management, internal accountability and community engagement.
With this distinction, Batesville becomes one of only 25 agencies among the state’s 214 municipal police departments to earn Tier 1 Advanced accreditation.
State-recognized accreditation validates that municipal operations align with best-in-class industry standards, mitigating liability risks for the city while setting clear, modernized procedures for officers. For residents, the independent designation offers formal assurance of fairness and transparency.
Department leadership pointed to a full team effort across the organization, highlighting the work of Capt. Fred Friar, who spearheaded the comprehensive review process. On Tuesday, Sept. 8, Chief John Scarbrough and Mayor Rick Elumbaugh presented Friar with a certificate of appreciation.
AACP Sponsors
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