Police: Benton burglar caught in the act

BENTON, AR – Police say they tased a man Friday as he left a home he is suspected of burglarizing.

According to the Benton Police, an officer confronted 31-year-old Jeremy Gregory at the rear of the home on 317 Short Street. Police say Gregory was holding two large knives and was subsequently tased.

Police say that Gregory had more than $3,000 worth of stolen property, including two pistols.

Gregory is charged with Residential Burglary, Theft of Property, Carrying a Knife, Failure to Submit to Arrest, Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Benton Police Department at 778-1171 or 315-TIPS. Individuals also may send an anonymous tip to CRIMES (274637) with the keyword BNPD in the body of the text.