Walnut Ridge Woman Arrested on Bestiality Charge

Police say the 25-year-old suspect engaged in sexual behavior with a dog, prompting calls for greater animal protection.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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A 25-year-old woman named Crystal Honeycutt was arrested in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas on a charge of bestiality, a Class A misdemeanor, after a witness reported seeing her engaging in sexual behavior with a dog at her home. The Walnut Ridge Police Department confirmed the arrest and said the case highlights the need to prevent animals from being harmed by individuals who should not own them.

Why it matters

Bestiality is considered a form of animal cruelty and is illegal in all 50 U.S. states. This case raises concerns about the welfare and protection of animals, as well as the mental health and behavior of individuals who commit such acts.

The details

According to the police affidavit, officers were dispatched on February 25, 2026 to a residence on Lawrence 434 after a witness reported seeing Crystal Honeycutt engaging in sexual behavior with a dog. The witness said she had gone to the Honeycutt home a few days earlier to use their washer and dryer, and when the door opened, she observed the alleged incident.

  • On February 25, 2026, police were dispatched to the Honeycutt residence.
  • On March 5, 2026, Crystal Honeycutt was arrested on a charge of bestiality.

The players

Crystal Honeycutt

A 25-year-old woman who was arrested on a charge of bestiality, a Class A misdemeanor, after a witness reported seeing her engaging in sexual behavior with a dog.

Jamie Ferrell

The Walnut Ridge Police Chief, who confirmed the arrest and said the department hopes the case raises awareness about protecting animals.

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What they’re saying

“The Walnut Ridge Police Department recently arrested Crystal Honeycutt. Mrs. Honeycutt and her husband Daniel Honeycutt do not need to own or possess any animals.”

— Jamie Ferrell, Walnut Ridge Police Chief

“As I have stated to other media outlets, the goal here is to raise public awareness to prevent animals from being harmed by individuals who should not own them.”

— Jamie Ferrell, Walnut Ridge Police Chief

What’s next

Bail for Crystal Honeycutt has not yet been set, but is expected to be determined later on Friday.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for stronger laws and enforcement to protect animals from abuse and cruelty. It also raises concerns about the mental health and behavior of individuals who commit such acts, underscoring the importance of addressing the root causes of bestiality and other forms of animal abuse.