Michael Ballance Charged With Aggravated Assault On a Family Member

On December 3, 2022 at approximately 1:05pm, officers of the Hope Police Department arrested Michael Ballance, 59, of Hope, AR. Mr. Ballance was arrested and charged with aggravated assault on a family member and possession of firearms by certain persons. The arrest occurred in the 800 block of West 6th Street in Hope, AR. Mr. Ballance was taken to the Hempstead County Detention Facility and held for a first appearance.