Hog Hollow Investigations

10/17/2026

Two ASP investigations have resulted in additional felony charges against Brandon Vincent Lara, 43 — who was arrested in June on multiple child sexual abuse charges — and new felony charges against his spouse, Tara Lara, 43, both of Sage.

A separate investigation by Special Agents with ASP's Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force led to the additional felony charges filed on Oct. 12, in Izard and Marion counties.

Investigators expect to file additional charges against the couple.

Visit the Arkansas State Police website to read the full story.

10/14/2026

The Batesville police department is looking to identify this person of interest. If any one knows who this is or knows where he lives contact the Batesville police Department at 870-569-8111 or Dispatch line 870-698-2436.

10/12/2026

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OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Hog Hollow Process Services — Now Serving North Central Arkansas

We are pleased to announce the establishment of Hog Hollow Process Services.

Following approval to serve civil process within Arkansas's 16th Judicial Circuit, we are now accepting assignments throughout five North Central Arkansas counties.

📍 Our Authorized Service Area:

- Independence County
- Cleburne County
- Stone County
- Izard County
- Fulton County

Our services include professional delivery of summonses, subpoenas, complaints, and other authorized civil legal documents.

With more than 20 years of law enforcement and investigative experience, we understand the importance of accuracy, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.

We look forward to working with attorneys, law firms, businesses, professional process service companies, and individuals who need dependable civil process service.
Our Commitment:

Professional service.
Reliable communication.
Accurate documentation.
Accountability on every assignment.

📍 Based in Batesville, Arkansas
📞 (870) 613-4717

HOG HOLLOW PROCESS SERVICES
Professional. Reliable. Accountable.

10/07/2026

CRIMINAL DEFENSE IS BUILT ON THE DETAILS.

Criminal defense cases often depend on facts, timelines, witnesses, and evidence that deserve a careful second look.

Police reports document an investigation—but they don't necessarily answer every question a defense attorney may have.

That is where an independent investigation can make a difference.

Hog Hollow Investigations works with criminal defense attorneys to provide professional, confidential investigative support, including:

🔎 Witness Location & Interviews
🔎 Case File & Evidence Review
🔎 Timeline Development & Verification
🔎 Surveillance
🔎 Background Investigations
🔎 Scene Investigation & Documentation
🔎 Public Records & Case-Related Research
🔎 Identification and Follow-Up of Investigative Leads

The objective isn't to prove a predetermined conclusion.

It's to identify, verify, and document the facts.

With extensive law-enforcement and investigative experience, including homicide and major criminal investigations, Hog Hollow Investigations understands the importance of thorough documentation, professional interviews, evidence evaluation, and investigative work that may ultimately be scrutinized in court.

Professional. Confidential. Thorough.

Attorneys throughout Arkansas who need experienced investigative support are welcome to contact Hog Hollow Investigations to discuss a case confidentially.

📍 Batesville, Arkansas — Serving Attorneys Throughout Arkansas
📞 (870) 613-4717
🌐 hoghollowinvestigations.com
Lic. CMPY.0003693

HOG HOLLOW INVESTIGATIONS
Discreet. Professional. Results.

10/05/2026

STRONG BUSINESSES RELY ON TRUSTWORTHY INFORMATION.

Not every threat to a business comes from the outside.

Employee theft. Internal fraud. Suspicious activity. False claims. Inventory losses. Workplace misconduct. Unexplained financial discrepancies.

Sometimes a business owner knows something isn’t right—but knowing where to start is the difficult part.

Hog Hollow Investigations provides discreet, professional investigative support to Arkansas businesses when questions need answers and suspicions need to be replaced with facts.

We can assist with:

• Employee & Internal Theft Investigations
• Fraud & Suspicious Activity
• Workplace Concerns & Misconduct
• Background Investigations
• Surveillance
• Evidence & Case Review
• Asset & Property Investigations
• Attorney & Litigation Support

An internal investigation should be handled carefully. Acting too quickly—or confronting someone before the facts are established—can alert those involved, compromise evidence, and make determining what actually happened more difficult.

Document first. Investigate the facts. Then make informed decisions.

Whether you're dealing with a specific incident or simply have a situation that doesn't add up, Hog Hollow Investigations can provide an independent investigative perspective.

Professional investigative support when it matters most.

HOG HOLLOW INVESTIGATIONS
Discreet. Professional. Results.

📞 (870) 613-4717
🌐 hoghollowinvestigations.com
Arkansas Licensed Private Investigation Company
Lic. CMPY.0003693

09/28/2026

🔎 **BEFORE YOU CONFRONT THEM — KNOW THE FACTS.**

When something doesn’t add up, your first instinct may be to confront the person, send a message, make an accusation, or post what you know on social media.

**That can make finding the truth much more difficult.**

Once someone realizes they are being questioned or investigated, behavior can change. Social media accounts can disappear. Stories can change. Evidence can be lost, and effective surveillance may become more difficult.

**Suspicion isn’t proof.**

A professional investigation can help establish and document the facts before you decide what to do next.

Hog Hollow Investigations provides professional investigative services for individuals, attorneys and businesses throughout Arkansas, including:

• Surveillance
• Background Investigations
• Fraud Investigations
• Missing Persons & Locates
• Workplace & Employee Investigations
• Criminal Defense & Attorney Support
• Evidence & Case Review

Sometimes an investigation confirms your concerns.

Sometimes it shows that what you suspected wasn’t happening at all.

**Either way, knowing the facts puts you in a better position to make an informed decision.**

If something doesn’t add up, **call us before you confront it.**

**HOG HOLLOW INVESTIGATIONS**
*Discreet. Professional. Results.*

📞 **(870) 613-4717**
🌐 **hoghollowinvestigations.com**
Arkansas Licensed Private Investigation Company
**Lic. CMPY.0003693**

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 September 11, 2001 – We Will Never Forget 🇺🇸

Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost, the courageous first responders who ran toward danger, the service members who answered our nation's call, and the countless families forever changed by the events of September 11, 2001.

Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor their memory through our commitment to the values that define America—service, courage, sacrifice, and unity.

At Hog Hollow Investigations, we proudly recognize the dedication of law enforcement, firefighters, EMS personnel, military members, and all who continue to protect our communities each day.

May we always remember those we lost, honor those who served, and never take our freedom for granted.

We Will Never Forget.

— James Hammond
Hog Hollow Investigations
Former U.S. Navy • Former Homicide Investigator

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Their courage, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten. As we gather with family and friends, let us also take a moment to honor those who gave everything so that we may enjoy the liberties we cherish today.

From Hog Hollow Investigations, we extend our deepest gratitude to the families of our fallen heroes, our veterans, and those who continue to serve.

May we never forget their sacrifice.

God Bless America.

— James Hammond
Hog Hollow Investigations
Former U.S. Navy • Proudly Serving Arkansas

08/31/2026

"Can't you just zoom in?"

It's one of the most common questions investigators hear.

Television shows have convinced many people that every blurry security camera can be magically enhanced until a license plate, face, or tattoo becomes crystal clear. In reality, that's rarely how video evidence works.

The truth is, successful investigations rarely depend on a single photograph or video.

Professional investigators examine the entire picture:

✔ Multiple surveillance cameras from different locations
✔ Vehicle make, model, year, color, and unique features
✔ Travel direction and timeline
✔ Clothing, gait, and physical characteristics
✔ Witness statements
✔ Social media and public records
✔ Digital evidence and investigative databases
✔ Patterns of behavior and other corroborating evidence

Often, it's the combination of dozens of small details that identifies a person—not one perfectly clear image.

Another important point: when photos or videos are immediately shared across social media, it can unintentionally alert the person involved, influence witness recollections, or complicate an ongoing investigation.

If you're the victim of a crime or need help identifying someone, preserve the original evidence and consult a professional investigator as early as possible. A strategic investigation is often far more effective than a viral Facebook post.

At Hog Hollow Investigations, we know what to look for—and how to put the pieces together.

📞 (870) 613-4717
📍 Batesville, Arkansas

Discreet. Professional. Results.