Staff report
A Benton man is facing burglary charges after he allegedly forced his way into a home and threatened those inside.
According to Marshall County Sheriff’s Department reports, deputies responded to a call at 5:06 a.m. Friday at a home on Tubbs Road in Marshall County. Upon arrival, police say two residents at the home reported a man had forced his way inside and threatened them with a knife. Deputies searched the area and allegedly found Derek J. Darnall, 30, of Benton in a nearby yard. He reportedly matched the description of the suspect.
Darnall was allegedly intoxicated and carrying a knife.
Darnall was arrested on suspicion of first degree burglary and alcohol intoxication. He was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.