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The Cost of Freedom: 'Devil in the Ozarks' Receives Extended Sentence After Escape
GeneralFebruary 18, 2026

The Cost of Freedom: 'Devil in the Ozarks' Receives Extended Sentence After Escape

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In a gripping tale from Arkansas, Grant Hardin, the notorious 'Devil in the Ozarks,' faces an additional 13 years for a daring escape using a makeshift disguise. His flight from justice and subsequent capture raise crucial questions about prison security and the justice system's effectiveness.

By Daniel Carter, Senior Business Correspondent

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