According to Fox News, a manhunt is underway after a disgraced former police chief, convicted of murder and rape, escaped from an Arkansas prison. While this incident does not directly impact cryptocurrency prices, it has heightened concerns about digital security and ransomware risks in the region, as criminals may target financial and crypto exchanges during times of law enforcement distraction (Fox News, May 26, 2025). Traders should closely monitor regional cybersecurity trends and potential increases in crypto-related crime as law enforcement resources are diverted.