NASHVILLE, Ark. — A massive search is underway in Howard County after a 44-year-old man and his puppy went missing, according to local authorities.
The search began after the Howard County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a missing person from 371 Pump Springs Road. The caller stated that Hagood was last seen on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at approximately 7 a.m.
Hagood, who is believed to have medical issues, was last seen walking on the railroad tracks near Pump Springs Road. He was accompanied by a 5‑month‑old black French Bulldog puppy.
He is described as a white male, 5 feet 11 inches, 165 pounds, with brown hair, blue eyes and a medium build.
Anyone who has seen Hagood or a similar dog is urged to contact the Howard County Sheriff’s Department at 870-845-2626.