Rand Champion
Rand Champion is the Communications Director for the Arkansas Department of Corrections (ADC), known for his role in addressing public safety concerns during crises, including high-profile prison escapes. Recently, he was in the news for providing updates on the manhunt for former police chief Grant Hardin, who escaped from prison while serving time for murder and rape.
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ADC communications director Rand Champion noted that Hardin escaped wearing a makeshift ADC-style uniform.
Devil in the Ozarks captured after weeks-long manhunt in Arkansas
United States· 2025-06-07
Rand Champion is the communications director for the Arkansas Department of Corrections.
Escaped murderer Grant Hardin could survive for months in Ozarks, expert warnsUnited States· 2025-06-06
Rand Champion is a corrections spokesperson who provided details about Grant Hardin's escape.
Escapes by Arkansas’ Grant Hardin and New Orleans inmates share similarities and key differences. Here’s what we know about eachUnited States· 2025-06-02
Rand Champion, the ADC communications director, warned the public about Hardin being a dangerous individual.
Escaped murderer has edge in manhunt due to police chief background: expertsUnited States· 2025-05-31
Rand Champion is a spokesperson for the Arkansas Department of Corrections providing updates on the search for Hardin.
Grant Hardin, ‘Devil in the Ozarks’ fugitive, may be getting help from Arkansas terrainUnited States· 2025-05-30Rand Champion is the ADC Communications Director who provided updates on Grant Hardin's escape.
Dangerous ex-cop who escaped prison likely still in Arkansas area, officials sayUnited States· 2025-05-29