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Police: Benton man charged with battery after stabbing on Country Oaks Road

The Benton Police Department responded to the 1500 block of Country Oaks on Wednesday and found a man suffering from stab wounds.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Benton Police Department arrested Cleophus Belcher, 51, on Thursday after a stabbing on Jan. 25 in the 1500 block of Country Oaks Road.

Authorities said officers responded to a disturbance call around 9:45 p.m. and learned that two male subjects were involved in an altercation. According to a press release, the disturbance became physical and one subject suffered stab wounds.

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The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Police believe the injuries are not life-threatening.

Belcher was charged with second-degree battery.

Benton Police encourages anyone who may have additional information regarding the incident to contact the Benton Police Department at (501) 778-1171 or (501) 776-5947.

Those with information can remain anonymous by texting "BENTONPD" along with your message to 847411 or by leaving a tip via the BNPD app.

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