Benton police make arrests

On July 21, 2018 at approximately 4:00 a.m. Benton Police conducted a traffic stop in the 1500 block of North Main Street after observing a vehicle swerving while travelling on N. Main St.  Upon investigating, police arrested Aron J. Kays, age 28, of Benton for driving under the influence.  Kays was also cited for improper lane usage.  Kays was charged and transported to the Franklin County Jail for further processing.

On July 22, 2018 at approximately 1:40 a.m. Benton Police were dispatched to the 700 block of East Burkitt Street in reference to a domestic disturbance.

Upon investigating, police arrested Matthew J. Hartman, age 34, of Benton for two counts of domestic battery.

Hartman was charged and transported to the Franklin County Jail for further processing.

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