Devil in the Ozarks - Reward for Escapee Grant Hardin Grows

The source details the manhunt for Grant Hardin, a former police chief known as the “Devil in the Ozarks,” who escaped from prison in May 2025. It outlines how Hardin escaped using a makeshift uniform and exploiting a security lapse, emphasizing his dangerous advantage due to his law enforcement background and familiarity with the rugged Ozark terrain. The text also discusses the fear and impact his escape has had on the local communities, particularly those affected by his previous crimes, including murder and rape, and highlights the extensive multi-agency search effort and the FBI’s increased reward for his capture.