Hardy, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – A Sharp County jury has returned guilty verdicts against former Hardy Police Chief Scott Rose, according to the court clerk assigned to the trial.
The jury reached its decision around 5:30 p.m. Friday afternoon, finding Rose guilty of second-degree sexual assault and knowingly furnishing alcohol to a minor.
According to Attorney Zach Morrison, the jury handed down the following sentence:
- Second-degree sexual assault – $15,000 fine only
- Furnishing alcohol to a minor – One year in the county jail and a $2,500 fine
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The conviction concludes a high-profile case that began with a multi-agency investigation in spring 2025. The investigation, which included the FBI, Homeland Security, and Arkansas State Police, was initiated after the Sharp County Sheriff’s Office received allegations of abuse.
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Rose was arrested in June 2025 and subsequently terminated from his position by the City of Hardy.
This is a developing story. JRN will provide updates as they are available.
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