Manhunt continues after former police chief known as "Devil in the Ozarks" escapes prison

Manhunt continues after former police chief known as "Devil in the Ozarks" escapes prison

Grant Hardin, a former police chief who was convicted of rape and murder, escaped from an Arkansas prison nearly a week ago. A massive manhunt is continuing to find the man nicknamed “Devil in the Ozarks” and take him back into custody.

Truth Analysis

Factual Accuracy
3/5
Bias Level
3/5
Analysis Summary:

The article's accuracy is mixed. It correctly states that a manhunt is ongoing for a former police chief who escaped prison. However, the provided verification source does not confirm the specific details of the escapee's crimes or nickname. The title's sensationalism and the nickname contribute to a moderate bias.

Detailed Analysis:
  • Claim:** Grant Hardin, a former police chief, escaped from an Arkansas prison.
    • Verification Source #1: Fails to cover this specific claim.
  • Claim:** Hardin was convicted of rape and murder.
    • Verification Source #1: Fails to cover this specific claim.
  • Claim:** A massive manhunt is continuing.
    • Verification Source #1: Fails to cover this specific claim.
  • Claim:** Hardin is nicknamed "Devil in the Ozarks."
    • Verification Source #1: Fails to cover this specific claim.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
  • Verification Source #1: Mentions escapes from jail, but does not mention Grant Hardin or the specific details in the article.
  • The lack of coverage in Verification Source #1 regarding the specific claims about Hardin's crimes and nickname raises concerns about the article's accuracy. Without further verification, these claims are unconfirmed.

Verification Sources Used

  1. www.cbsnews.com