At first impression, it looks like an Arkansas bank robber is taunting the cops by creating a MySpace page with pictures of him in action. In reality, it was put up by Fort Smith police Sgt. Jarrard Copeland in hopes of catching this guy, suspected of 4 bank robberies across Arkansas. Copeland says, “We figure that might be one way to get this photo outside of the market.”

Definately a different approach, Copeland thinks someone on the popular networking site will recognize the man. “The pictures are definitely clear enough and there’s enough of his face and facial features exposed that someone who knows him will definitely recognize him and hopefully they’ll call police,” Copeland said.

You know, if this works, I expect police departments across America to follow the lead. Unfortunately, usually only the first creative ideas get enough exposure to work. What’s really interesting is that there are some cuties that added the robber, known as “Do You Know Me???”, as a friend. 26 year old Sarge ain’t too bad (except the name). I guess crime does pay!


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