City of Bella Vista investigating possible cyber incident [Video]

BELLA VISTA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The City of Bella Vista says it is investigating a possible “cyber incident”, according to a news release.

City offices were closed on Monday due to the lack of internet and phone access after IT shut down all systems as a precautionary measure, the city said.

Offices will remain closed on Tuesday, August 20 and business will be conducted virtually and via email with employees working remotely.

Bella Vista City offices close due to IT issues

The city said its IT department discovered “suspicious activity” on Sunday evening and took steps to investigate the issue. Bella Vista reached out to the Arkansas Municipal League for assistance in the investigation.

City Hall, Community Development Services, Bella Vista District Court, Bella Vista Public Library, and Bella Vista Street Department will all be closed on Tuesday.

The city said fire and police personnel will be able to be dispatched through Bella Vista’s dispatch center by calling the emergency number at 479-855-3771 or 911.

No further information was available.

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