Austin McCollum Faces Felony Charges | Fayetteville Arkansas News

Austin McCollum, Republican candidate for Benton County Judge and former Arkansas state representative, faces serious felony charges—including domestic battery, false imprisonment, and aggravated assault—allegedly committed against his then-wife in August. He was released on bond after arrest and stepped down from his legislative role to focus on family, shortly before his wife filed for divorce and sought protection. Despite these legal troubles, he’s running unopposed for county judge, making this high-stakes courtroom drama a central part of his political future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bd5bc88781157871