FORT SMITH, Ark. — Susan Scott, a 66-year-old resident of Fort Smith, Arkansas, has entered a guilty plea to felony charges following a serious threat made against the office of Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. On Friday, Scott admitted to charges of threatening a catastrophe and second-degree battery of a police officer.
Sebastian County Prosecuting Attorney Daniel Shue announced that Scott’s sentencing took into account the 78 days she had already served in the Sebastian County jail, along with a $2,500 fine. Additionally, Sebastian County Circuit Judge R. Gunner DeLay imposed restrictions including no contact with Governor Sanders, her family, or the arresting officer. Scott is also required to complete an anger management course within the next six months.
The incident began on June 14 when Scott allegedly threatened to bomb the governor’s office. During her arrest at her home, Scott continued to make threats and reportedly resisted officers, leading to charges of battery for kicking and head-butting an officer. She has remained in jail since the arrest.
Shue noted that sentencing guidelines did not recommend prison time for Scott. Both Governor Sanders and the officer involved supported the plea deal, which did not involve additional incarceration. According to Shue, the officer was not seriously injured, and Scott currently lacks the capability to create or deploy any explosive devices.
