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Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 08/01/2024

Location : Eagle Suites on Skyline Drive

City : Conway

County : Faulkner

State : Arkansas

Agency : Conway Police Department, Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office, SWAT

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 08/01/2024, a man staying at Eagle Suites in Conway was reportedly seen breaking into a vehicle and later emerged holding a firearm. Law enforcement officers responded by initiating a standoff at the hotel. SWAT teams were called in, and the situation escalated over several hours. When officers decided to forcibly enter the room, they found the man unresponsive, having died from a gunshot wound, which appeared to be self-inflicted. The incident is under investigation by the Arkansas State Police.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://katv.com/news/local/ongoing-investigation-after-firearm-theft-leads-to-standoff-gun-shooting-swat-negotiation-forcibly-enter
https://arkansasnewsnetwork.com/conway-news/standoff-at-eagle-suites-ends-with-suspect-dead/
https://ground.news/article/standoff-at-eagle-suites-ends-with-suspect-dead

Claire McDaniel

Age :14

Gender :Female

Race : White

Date : 07/27/2024

Location : Carney Drive

City : White Hall

County : Jefferson

State : Arkansas

Agency : Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, SWAT

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by father during mental health crisis and SWAT duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 07/27/2024, 52-year-old Jason Rogers barricaded himself inside a residence on Carney Drive, holding two hostages, including his 14-year-old daughter Claire McDaniel. Officers from White Hall Police Department, Arkansas State Police, and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputies surrounded the house, with SWAT teams on scene. During the standoff, Rogers shot both of his hostages, including Claire, before turning the weapon on himself. The event ended with all three individuals deceased. The incident is under investigation by the Arkansas State Police.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/crime/three-people-dead-after-white-hall-armed-standoff-saturday/
https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/jul/27/father-kills-2-hostages-including-daughter-then-shoots-himself/
https://www.fox16.com/news/local-news/armed-standoff-in-white-hall-leads-to-3-deaths/

Patrice McDaniel

Age :52

Gender :Female

Race : White

Date : 07/27/2024

Location : Carney Drive

City : White Hall

County : Jefferson

State : Arkansas

Agency : Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, SWAT

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by husband during mental health crisis and SWAT duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 07/27/2024, 52-year-old Jason Rogers barricaded himself inside a residence on Carney Drive, holding his wife, Patrice McDaniel, and their daughter Claire McDaniel hostage. Officers from the White Hall Police Department, Arkansas State Police, and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputies surrounded the house, with SWAT teams also deployed. During the standoff, Rogers shot both hostages, including Patrice, before fatally shooting himself. The tragic incident ended with all three individuals deceased. The investigation is being handled by the Arkansas State Police.
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Investigation Lead: Arkansas State Police
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Last update: 11/26/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/crime/three-people-dead-after-white-hall-armed-standoff-saturday/
https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/jul/27/father-kills-2-hostages-including-daughter-then-shoots-himself/
https://www.fox16.com/news/local-news/armed-standoff-in-white-hall-leads-to-3-deaths/

Jason Rogers

Age :52

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 07/27/2024

Location : Carney Drive

City : White Hall

County : Jefferson

State : Arkansas

Agency : Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, SWAT

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under SWAT duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 07/27/2024, 52-year-old Jason Rogers barricaded himself inside a home on Carney Drive in White Hall, holding his wife, Patrice McDaniel, and daughter, Claire McDaniel, hostage. Officers from the White Hall Police Department, Arkansas State Police, and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the scene, deploying SWAT teams to manage the standoff. After hours of negotiation, Rogers shot and killed both hostages before turning the gun on himself. The investigation is being led by the Arkansas State Police..
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Investigation Lead: Arkansas State Police
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Last update: 11/26/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/crime/three-people-dead-after-white-hall-armed-standoff-saturday/
https://www.fox16.com/news/local-news/armed-standoff-in-white-hall-leads-to-3-deaths/
https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/jul/27/father-kills-2-hostages-including-daughter-then-shoots-himself/

Darrell Lawayne Esau II

Age :32

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 07/25/2024

Location : E Walnut St

City : DeValls Bluff

County : Prairie

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 07/25/2024, Arkansas State Police responded to reports of a standoff at a mobile RV home on E Walnut St in DeValls Bluff. The individual, Darrell Lawayne Esau II, allegedly barricaded himself inside the residence after police arrived to arrest him for unspecified charges. During the ensuing four-hour standoff, Esau fired at least 169 rounds at officers. Despite unknown tactical measures undertaken by law enforcement, police ultimately shot and killed Esau. The investigation is being led by the Arkansas State Police.
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Investigation Lead: Arkansas State Police
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Last update: 11/26/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/crime/arkansas-state-police-responding-to-reports-of-standoff-in-prairie-county/
https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2024/jul/26/police-name-suspect-killed-by-officers-thursday/

Michael W. Hollis II

Age :29

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 07/21/2024

Location : Jefferson Avenue and Arkansas Boulevard

City : Texarkana

County : Bowie

State : Arkansas

Agency : Texarkana Arkansas Police Department (TAPD)

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Motorcycle driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 07/21/2024, Texarkana Arkansas Police Department (TAPD) initiated a pursuit of Michael W. Hollis II, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist. The chase ended when Hollis crashed his motorcycle at the intersection of Jefferson Avenue and Arkansas Boulevard, resulting in his death. The circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear, but it is known that it occurred during the police pursuit. The investigation is being led by the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksla.com/2024/07/21/man-dies-fatal-motorcycle-crash-following-pursuit/

https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2024/jul/26/1-motorcyclist-who-died-in-texarkana-wreck-was/

Nathaniel Mark Crabtree

Age :37

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 07/12/2024

Location : SW Castlewood St

City : Bentonville

County : Benton

State : Arkansas

Agency : Bentonville Police Department

Officer(s) : Omri-Andrew Nutt

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during assault

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Bentonville police officers were dispatched after a 911 call reported Nathaniel Mark Crabtree assaulting two females at an address on SW Castlewood St. Officer Omri-Andrew Nutt responded to the scene. Upon arrival, an encounter ensued that led to the officer shooting and killing Crabtree. Arkansas State Police are handling the investigation into the incident.
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Investigation: The Arkansas State Police is overseeing the investigation.
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Last update: 11/26/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.4029tv.com/article/bentonville-officer-shoots-kills-suspect/61578714
https://www.5newsonline.com/article/news/local/arkansas-state-police-investigating-shooting-bentonville/527-a4348d9d-bd18-48a3-9e93-0954e8b173d0
https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/jul/12/bentonville-officer-shoots-kills-man/

Paul Michael Willhite

Age :60

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 06/26/2024

Location : Camelot RV Park

City : Poplar Bluff

County : Butler

State : Arkansas

Agency : US Marshals

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A US Marshals Task Force arrived at an RV Park to arrest Paul Willhite for unknown reasons. They allege that he raised a weapon. They shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kfvs12.com/video/2024/06/27/victim-identified-deadly-officer-involved-shooting/

Dimitri Edward Calvert

Age :30

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 04/12/2024

Location : Norfolk Avenue

City : Springdale

County : Washington

State : Arkansas

Agency : Springdale Police Department

Officer(s) : Danny Wright

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On March 12, 2024, Springdale Police Officer Danny Wright responded to a disturbance involving Dimitri Edward Calvert, who was reportedly armed with a knife. Officer Wright commanded Calvert multiple times to drop the knife, threatening him with a pointed gun. Calvert, who had known mental health issues, was escalated by the interaction. Despite his parents' pleas to de-escalate the situation, Officer Wright shot and killed Calvert in front of them. The tragic event has led to public outcry, with the Calvert family asserting that the situation could have been resolved without lethal force.
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The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhkXbE7WZOg

https://www.5newsonline.com/article/news/crime/family-dimitri-calvert-held-vigil/527-d17f90f5-a9f3-4f8d-b447-9d771eff57d5

Randy Aaron May

Age :65

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 04/11/2024

Location : 2900 block of state Highway 73

City : Columbus

County : Hempstead

State : Arkansas

Agency : Hempstead County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On April 11, 2024, Hempstead County Sheriff's Office deputies arrived at a location in Columbus to serve a warrant for Randy Aaron May. Authorities allege that May was armed with a machete when they approached. Police shot and killed May during the arrest. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.texarkanagazette.com/news/2024/apr/12/arkansas-state-police-investigating-officer/
https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/apr/12/hempstead-county-man-fatally-shot-by-sheriffs/?crime

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 04/06/2024

Location : Lewis Crossing Shopping Center

City : Conway

County : Faulkner

State : Arkansas

Agency : Conway Police Department, SWAT

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On April 6, 2024, police responded to a report of an individual who crashed his SUV into a massage parlor at the Lewis Crossing Shopping Center in Conway, Arkansas. The man barricaded himself inside a business at the shopping center, armed with a firearm. The Conway Police Department, including a SWAT team, responded to the scene. During negotiations, the individual fired shots at officers. Police returned fire, striking the man. He was transported to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
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The investigation into this incident is being led by the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://abc17news.com/news/national/police-in-arkansas-fatally-shoot-man-who-barricaded-himself-at-a-shopping-mall/
https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/swat-team-responding-arkansas-shopping-mall-police-public-108944718

Courtney Ridgeway

Age :28

Gender :Female

Race : White

Date : 04/02/2024

Location : Bing’s Store Road

City : Jennette

County : Crittenden

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On April 1, 2024, at around 9:30 p.m., Arkansas State Police attempted to initiate a traffic stop on Courtney Ridgeway, 28, of Smyrna, Tennessee, on Interstate 40 near Exit 265 in Crittenden County. Ridgeway failed to stop, leading police to escalate the pursuit. The chase reached speeds exceeding 100 mph over a span of approximately two miles before Ridgeway lost control of her vehicle. She crashed into a ditch on a gravel road, and was pronounced deceased at the scene around 10:45 p.m. Two passengers in the vehicle suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
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This incident highlights the dangers of fleeing from law enforcement, with Arkansas State Police urging the public to avoid such reckless behavior.
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The investigation is being handled by the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.actionnews5.com/2024/04/02/woman-dies-crash-after-evading-asp-high-speed-pursuit-state-officials-say/
https://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/local/tennessee-woman-dies-in-car-crash-after-arkansas-state-police-chase-in-crittenden/522-e8d4b42e-1d55-4389-b206-d71ad6a5edfe

Bryan Malinowski

Age :53

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/20/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : ATF

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during search warrant execution

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On March 19, 2024, federal ATF agents served a search warrant at Bryan Malinowski’s home in Little Rock, Arkansas. Malinowski allegedly shot at the agents during the raid, striking one agent. In response, agents returned fire, fatally wounding Malinowski. The injured agent was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Malinowski died from his injuries on March 21. Authorities were investigating his involvement in illegal firearm sales, as he had allegedly resold firearms without proper licensing.
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The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of Justice.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://nypost.com/2024/03/21/us-news/bill-hillary-clinton-airport-exec-bryan-malinowski-brain-dead-not-expected-to-survive-after-federal-agent-shooting-in-arkansas/
https://www.thv11.com/article/news/crime/bryan-malinowski-death-atf-shootout-little-rock/91-e28d3d88-56d4-41de-9f98-d8b91ab25eb0

Jody Lyn Lewis

Age :45

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/11/2024

Location : Albert Pike Car Wash, 2000 Albert Pike Road

City : Hot Springs

County : Garland

State : Arkansas

Agency : Hot Springs Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during traffic stop

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On March 11, 2024, Hot Springs police initiated a traffic stop on Jody Lyn Lewis. After stopping the vehicle, Lewis exited and engaged in a shootout with officers. The officers returned fire, fatally shooting Lewis. The incident prompted an investigation by the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division (ASP-CID).
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The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.hotsr.com/news/2024/mar/11/officer-suspect-shot-during-traffic-stop-on/

Willis Kelvin

Age :32

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 03/09/2024

Location : Hwy. 71 and Hwy. 45

City : Sebastian County

County : Sebastian

State : Arkansas

Agency : Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On March 9, 2024, officers from the Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office pursued a vehicle suspected to be stolen. The chase ended when the vehicle crashed, resulting in the death of the driver, Willis Kelvin. The incident prompted an investigation by the Arkansas State Police.
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The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/alma-man-dead-after-crash-in-sebastian-county/
https://www.4029tv.com/article/1-person-dead-after-car-crash-in-fort-smith/60146533

Christopher Vanschoick

Age :36

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/02/2024

Location : Rowdy Beaver Den

City : Eureka Springs

County : Carroll

State : Arkansas

Agency : Eureka Springs Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Named

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On March 2, 2024, officers from the Eureka Springs Police Department responded to a disturbance call at the Rowdy Beaver Den. Upon finding Christopher Vanschoick in a car in the parking lot, a confrontation ensued. During the altercation, police shot and killed Vanschoick. The investigation is currently being handled by the Arkansas State Police.
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The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ky3.com/2024/03/02/police-investigate-fatal-officer-involved-shooting-eureka-springs-ark/

Mallory Termain Lawson

Age :50

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 02/11/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Not disclosed

Cause of Death : Fall from height

Event : Killed by fall from height during police pursuit

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Arkansas State Police tried to arrest Mallory Termain Lawson for raping a 13-year-old girl. He fled and police initiated a chase. Spike strips were deployed, puncturing all 4 tires. He crashed and jumped off an overpass. He sustained severe injuries and died.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eACdoiXxbQ8

Stephen Hunter Allen

Age :28

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 02/11/2024

Location : 61 County Road 506

City : Monette

County : Craighead

State : Arkansas

Agency : Trumann Police Department, Monette Police Department, Craighead County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Brett Williams

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by off-duty officer during dispute

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On February 11, 2024, an off-duty officer, Brett Williams of the Trumann Police Department, shot and killed Stephen Hunter Allen during a personal dispute at 61 County Road 506 in Monette, Arkansas. The shooting is under investigation by the Craighead County Sheriff's Office.
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The investigation is being led by the Craighead County Sheriff's Office.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kait8.com/2024/02/12/sheriffs-office-off-duty-police-officer-responsible-deadly-shooting/

David Michael Pemberton

Age :56

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/13/2024

Location : Rupple Road

City : Fayetteville

County : Washington

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 13, 2024, Arkansas State Police pursued a speeding Dodge Charger, which crossed into the path of a vehicle driven by David Michael Pemberton, a food delivery driver. Pemberton was killed in the resulting crash. His brother has since launched a petition calling for investigations into police chases due to the frequent deaths caused by these pursuits.
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The investigation is being led by the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox16.com/crime/fayetteville-man-fleeing-arkansas-state-police-causes-fatal-crash/
https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/brother-of-bystander-killed-in-police-pursuit-creates-petition/

Benjamin Prowell

Age :34

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Maumelle

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : Maumelle Police Department (MPD), Arkansas State Police (ASP)

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during attempted arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 11, 2024, Maumelle Police Department officers responded to a reported disturbance at a residence in Maumelle, Arkansas. Upon arrival, officers encountered an individual who refused to cooperate with unknown commands. Police escalated a standoff involving MPD and Arkansas State Police, during which police opened fire and killed the man. The circumstances leading to the shooting remain under investigation. The Arkansas State Police have taken over the investigation, and their findings will be reviewed by the Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
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Total Fatalities: 1
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SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/asp-investigate-standoff-maumelle-police-one-dead/91-a961a5df-79a9-4ecd-9381-007409cd61aa
https://www.kark.com/news/local-news/asp-investigating-deadly-standoff-in-maumelle/
https://www.fox16.com/news/local-news/one-dead-after-standoff-with-maumelle-police/
https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/jan/11/arkansas-state-police-investigating-fatal-maumelle-standoff/

Carlos Arnoldo Rauda

Age :46

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : I-40/Galloway exit

City : North Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police under unknown circumstances

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 11, 2024, Arkansas State Police shot and killed Carlos Arnoldo Rauda on I-40 near the Galloway exit after he allegedly opened fire on officers. The circumstances surrounding the incident are unclear.
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The investigation is being led by the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/jan/11/suspect-killed-after-shooting-at-state-troopers-on-interstate-40-in-north-little-rock/

David Cook

Age :39

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/09/2024

Location : Hudson Road near 2nd Street

City : Rogers

County : Benton

State : Arkansas

Agency : Benton County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 9, 2024, Benton County deputies pursued David Cook after he was seen in a parking lot. The Benton Police Department, handling the investigation, has stated that the reason for the chase is unknown. At some point during the pursuit, Cook exited his vehicle and committed suicide under police duress.
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The Benton Police Department is leading the investigation.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.4029tv.com/article/benton-county-rogers-driver-suicide/46327655

Joseph Lee McCrackin, Jr.

Age :26

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/09/2024

Location : Jefferson and Main Streets

City : Jonesboro

County : Craighead

State : Arkansas

Agency : Jonesboro Police Department

Officer(s) : Zachary Hobbs

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Officers responded to a call about a disturbance between a father and son. The son, identified as Joseph McCrackin, was reportedly armed with a knife and threatening others. Officer Hobbs confronted McCrackin, and a physical altercation ensued. McCrackin was shot by Officer Hobbs after the altercation. Emergency services attempted to provide first aid, but McCrackin was pronounced dead at the scene. Officer Hobbs sustained face and head injuries but was later released from the hospital. Arkansas State Police are investigating the incident.
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Investigation: The case is under review by the Arkansas State Police and will be presented to the prosecuting attorney to determine if the use of deadly force was justified.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kait8.com/video/2024/01/09/police-1-person-killed-officer-involved-shooting/

https://neareport.com/2024/01/10/one-dead-in-officer-involved-shooting-in-jonesboro2/

Dillion J. Scrivner

Age :19

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/08/2024

Location : Arkansas Highway 193

City : Forrest City

County : St. Francis

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/07/2024, Forrest City Police Department (FCPD) initiated a high-speed pursuit of a vehicle driven by Dillion J. Scrivner on Interstate 40 East in Arkansas. The vehicle reached speeds exceeding 100 mph. The pursuit was later lost, but Arkansas State Police (ASP) located the vehicle traveling west on U.S. Highway 64 in Wynne. Upon attempting a traffic stop, the driver briefly pulled over before fleeing again. Spike strips were deployed, which stopped the vehicle near Arkansas Highway 193. Scrivner exited the vehicle and fled on foot, while the passenger was apprehended without incident.
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A child later found Scrivner inside a parked vehicle at a nearby home. Upon being found, Scrivner fled on foot again, and assistance from an ASP K-9 unit and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission was requested. He was found in a nearby field with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Troopers rendered aid until emergency personnel arrived. Scrivner was transported to St. Bernards CrossRidge Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 10:21 p.m. His remains were sent to the Arkansas State Crime Lab for an autopsy.
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The Arkansas State Police’s Criminal Investigation Division is investigating the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/01/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kait8.com/2024/01/08/man-dies-self-inflicted-gunshot-wound-following-law-enforcement-pursuit/

Aaron Travis Watson

Age :35

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/02/2024

Location : Walmart

City : Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : LRPD Little Rock Police Department

Officer(s) : Kreshun King Sr.

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Off-duty officer killed alleged shoplifter

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 1, 2024, at approximately 2:04 p.m., the Saline County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) notified the Arkansas State Police (ASP) of a high-speed pursuit involving a white 1996 BMW driven by Aaron T. Watson, 35, of Hot Springs. The vehicle was traveling on the Interstate 30 service road near the 128-mile marker in Benton. An ASP Trooper employed a Tactical Vehicle Intervention (TVI) maneuver on Interstate 30 near the University Avenue exit in Little Rock, ending the pursuit. Watson fired at law enforcement officers, who returned fire, striking him. He was pronounced dead at the scene. No ASP Troopers or Benton Police officers were injured. Watson was wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and was driving a vehicle with fictitious plates. An investigative case file was presented to the prosecuting attorney to determine whether the use of deadly force was consistent with Arkansas law.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://dps.arkansas.gov/news/asp-identifies-suspect-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting/?utm_
https://katv.com/news/local/officers-cleared-in-shooting-death-of-hot-springs-man-in-january-attorney-trooper-state-police-shots-gun-shooting-strike-tactical-vehicle-intervention
https://dps.arkansas.gov/news/officers-cleared-in-january-shooting-death-of-hot-springs-man/

Benjamin McDaniels

Age :30

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 12/31/2023

Location : Walmart on Baseline Road

City : Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : Little Rock PD

Officer(s) : Kreshun King Sr.

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police under unknown circumstances

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Little Rock PD arrived at a Walmart to find that an off-duty LRPD officer moonlighting as Walmart security had shot and killed a man. Police allege that he tackled a shoplifter, a fight ensued and the officer was injured by some sort of knife and shot and killed McDaniels.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/crime/lrpd-man-dead-officer-injured-in-sunday-night-incident/

Wilmer Jubell

Age :20

Gender :Male

Race : Native American

Date : 12/25/2023

Location : Butterfield Coach Rd

City : Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : Little Rock PD

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Police chased a presumably stolen truck until it crashed, ejected the driver before crashing into a tree. Wilmer Jubell died.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://katv.com/news/local/20-year-old-northwest-arkansas-nwa-man-wilmer-jubell-dies-christmas-morning-springdale-police-department-spd-chase-after-dodge-ram-truck-theft-east-emma-avenue-butterfield-coach-road-powell-street-culvert-tree-state-crime-laboratory-asp-fatal-crash-4029

Dakota Shawn Dillon

Age :19

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 12/15/2023

Location :

City : Hot Springs

County : Garland

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police, Rockport

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Motorcyclist killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Rockport PD tried to traffic-stop Dakota Shawn Dillon on a motorcycle but he sdid not stop. Police chased his motorcycle until he crashed and died.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://arkadelphian.com/2023/12/18/motorcycle-wrecks-in-south-arkansas-fatal-for-2/#:~:text=A%20Ma
lvern%20man%20leading%20authorities,a%20preliminary%20fatal%20crash%

Michael Tristan Johnson

Age :38

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 12/11/2023

Location : 8219 I-30

City : Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : Little Rock PD

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Little Rock PD were called to a disturbance in the parking lot of the Days Inn, found a man with a gun and shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/crime/little-rock-police-investigating-monday-afternoon-shooting-at-days-inn-hotel-on-i-30/

https://www.kark.com/crime/little-rock-police-release-names-of-officers-involved-in-deadly-motel-shooting/

https://www.littlerock.gov/media/20263/ois-december-report.pdf

Scotty Stacey

Age :57

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 12/03/2023

Location : Unknown

City : Fayetteville

County : Washington

State : Arkansas

Agency : Fayetteville PD

Officer(s) : Cpl. Stevon Grindstaff

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during traffic stop

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Fayetteville PD traffic-stopped Scotty Stacie and allege he backed up the vehicle during the traffic stop, causing the officer to shoot and kill him. Stacey was described by his friends as a “good guy”, a race car driver, someone who bothered nobody. Fayetteville PD claims Stacey landed in a field and reversed to try to get out when a deputy appeared behind him, claimed Stacey was “driving toward him” and shot and killed him in the moving vehicle. Police did not release their bodycam and dashcam videos and this is a still unproven police narrative. Stacey had been charged with personal drug possession and fleeing from police months before his death. He was well-known in the area and police may have targeted him because of old charges.

Officer Grindstaff was arrested on 03/11/2024 and charged with homicide.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://katv.com/news/local/57-year-old-man-dead-by-washington-county-deputy-asp-investigating-arkansas-state-police-law-enforcement-officials-authorities-deputies-scottie-stacy-beav-o-rama-road-deadly-force-by-officer-state-crime-lab-death-shooting-weapon-firearm-laws-traffic-stop

https://www.4029tv.com/article/washington-county-deputy-arrested-for-first-degree-murder/60168099

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 11/21/2023

Location : Kirby Street

City : Hickory Hill

County : Conway

State : Arkansas

Agency : Hickory Hill Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On November 21, 2023, a male individual was killed in a crash following a police chase in Hickory Hill, Arkansas. The chase occurred on Kirby Street in Conway County. The specific details of the officers involved remain unknown. The individual was involved in a high-speed pursuit initiated by the Hickory Hill Police Department, which ended when the individual lost control of the vehicle, crashing and resulting in death. The cause of death was related to the vehicle crash during the pursuit.

Last update: 11/21/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ih26QdAiPLQ

Allen Seibert

Age :72

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 11/20/2023

Location : Old Morrilton Highway

City : Plumerville

County : Faulkner

State : Arkansas

Agency : Conway PD, Faulkner County SO

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during search warrant raid

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Conway PD and Faulkner County deputies arrived to the residence of Allen Seibert on Old Morrilton Highway where they allege that he opened the door with a gun. They shot and killed him. Police did not say why they raided the home. Seibert had previously been arrested for tax evasion and being involved in a gambling operation in 2017.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://katv.com/news/local/conway-arkansas-state-police-investigating-officer-invovled-shooting-cpd-3700-block-of-hwy-64-west-law-enforcement-agency-officials-department-ongoing-investigation-authorities-information-preliminary-details-faulkner-county-central-ark

https://www.justice.gov/usao-edar/pr/little-rock-owner-chicot-game-room-pleads-guilty-tax-evasion-and-operating-illegal

Jeremy Dale Adams

Age :39

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 11/16/2023

Location : Wasson Lane

City : Shannon Hills

County : Saline

State : Arkansas

Agency : Saline PD

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police for stated reasons of being intoxicated and making “terroristic threat” to an officer

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Jeremy Dale Adams was allegedly intoxicated and making “terroristic threats” when a deputy first tasered him, then shot several bullets into him. It is unknown what terroristic words he had spoken to cause him to be killed.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/crime/arkansas-state-police-investigating-after-deputy-kills-man-in-saline-county-shooting/

Curtis Lindsey

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 11/14/2023

Location : Shiloh+Tweedy Roads

City : White County

County : White

State : Arkansas

Agency : White County SO

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during traffic stop

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

White County deputies traffic-stopped a man and some sort of standoff ensued with police. Police claim the man pointed a gun. They shot and killed him. So far, no bodycam or other evidence can be found to document the police narrative.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2023/nov/14/man-killed-during-standoff-with-sheriffs-deputies-in-white-county/?news-arkansas

Michael Lee Fairburn

Age :52

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 10/27/2023

Location : Shamrock Liquor on Midland Blvd

City : Fort Smith

County : Sebastian

State : Arkansas

Agency : Fort Smith Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A man wanted in Indiana for sexual offenses was seen in front of a liquor store in Fort Smith, Arkansas and during attempt to arrest him, police fired a taser at him and he produced a knife in self-defense. After that, he was shot and killed.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2023/oct/27/fort-smith-police-shoot-man-they-say-threatened/

Steven Kyle McMasters

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 10/21/2023

Location : McGough and Butler

City : Bay

County : Craighead

State : Arkansas

Agency : Bay PD

Officer(s) : Christopher Shull

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Around 11:15 p.m. on October 21, 2023, Bay PD Officer Shull informed dispatch that he was “in pursuit of a side-by-side.” Several minutes into it, Shull informed dispatch that he had hit the driver. In his next radio call, Shull mused that the vehicle “may be stolen” and he justified this assumption by stating that “it is brand new.” It is not known what type of vehicle it had been. Only 26 seconds later, Officer Shull again radio’d dispatch and announced “I just hit him. Dispatch. He wrecked out.”

Less than a minute later, Officer Shull was back on the radio, requesting an ambulance and then asking for a medical helicopter because McMasters was “bleeding from the nose and mouth.” A total of 80 seconds after the crash, he announced that McMasters was “10-7”, the code for "deceased."

The family of Steven Kyle McMasters disputes the officer’s remarks that the vehicle may be stolen which was the assumption that led Officer Shull to make the fatal decision to chase the vehicle on an apparent profiling assumption. Officer Shull then announced beer “near” the side-by-side, formulating the next accusation against the deceased motorist. The family strongly denies the claims about intoxication and has hired a lawyer.

Bay Police Chief declined to release information about the incident. The City of Bay has cited an ongoing investigation into their inability to remove the incident’s body and dash camera footage. The Arkansas State Police are currently involved in the investigation.

Bay PD Police Chief Keith Milam declined giving more information about the crash. He also refused to allow the City of Bay to investigate the bodycam and dashcam footage.

Chief Milam initially stated the officer would not be placed on leave for this incident. This was changed later when the case began being dissected in the media and Shull was then placed on paid administrative leave.

Chief Milam stated he could not comment because Arkansas State Police were investigating the critical incident. Arkansas State Police were questioned about this by media and said they were not aware of any investigation. Bodycam and dashcam allegedly exist and have again been requested by media but so far were met with the unwillingness of the Police Chief to share these records. This summary will be updated when more details become available.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kait8.com/2023/10/23/officers-radio-traffic-reveals-his-perspective-tragic-pursuit-ending-death/

Tammi Naler

Age :47

Gender :Female

Race : White

Date : 09/28/2023

Location : Highway 75

City : Cross County

County : Cross

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during police chase

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Arkansas State Police engaged in a high-speed chase after two people who they felt were involved in a shooting in another county. The chase began in Crittenden County, spanned across Poinsett County and ended in Cross County where police placed spike strips on Highway 75. Police state that the two people fired shots at them and that police shot back. Police shot and killed Tammi Naler, 47, and injured 54-year-old William Burchett.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/crime/alabama-suspects-dead-hurt-after-chase-through-arkansas/

https://www.actionnews5.com/2023/09/28/shooting-suspect-dead-another-wounded-pursuit-turned-shootout-with-ark-deputies-asp-investigates/

Michael Wayne Owens

Age :62

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 09/24/2023

Location : Highway 167+Pfeiffer Rd

City : Pfeiffer

County : Independence

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Brandon Trewyn

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by collision with trooper

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Michael Wayne Owens was riding his Yamaha motorcycle and making a left turn when he was hit and killed by Arkansas State trooper Brandon Trewyn. Police report that the weather was cloudy and visibility may have ben reduced. It is unknown what the speed of both vehicles was.
Trooper Brandon Trewyn had previously caused a massive crash just weeks prior when on July 14, 2023, he chased Rashad Briscoe and Gloria Gonzalez into a wreck. Both were fortunate to have survived. The case is linked below.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://katv.com/news/local/collison-with-arkansas-state-trooper-on-labor-day-leaves-motorcyclist-dead-michael-owens-brandon-trewyn-white-river-medical-center-batesville-independence-county-north-east-2000-yamaha-2020-dodge-charger-asp-authorities-law-enforcement-highway-167-crash
https://www.guardonline.com/news/drugs-gun-found-following-high-speed-crash/article_d12746df-5090-5f1c-898e-f53e69e24301.html

Nathaniel Evans

Age :41

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 08/25/2023

Location : Pershing Blvd

City : Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : US Marshals

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A standoff at the US Post Office on Pershing Boulevard occurred and a man shot at a bail bondsman. US Marshals arrived. The man shot and killed himself under standoff and police duress.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kark.com/news/local-news/north-little-rock-high-school-on-hold-and-secure-status-due-to-community-incident/

Keivion Jones

Age :33

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 08/09/2023

Location : Unknown

City : Osceola

County : Mississippi

State : Arkansas

Agency : Osceola PD, Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during investigation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Three Osceola Police officers arrived at the home around 9:38 a.m. after they found a vehicle there that had been driven by Keivion Jones who reportedly pointed a rifle at an employee at a local convenience store earlier that morning. Police allege that Jones came out of the home and pointed a rifle at them. They shot and killed him. The killing was justified by the Second Judicial District Prosecutor Sonia F. Hagood.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://wreg.com/news/local/arkansas-state-police-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-2/

https://www.kait8.com/2023/08/09/asp-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-osceola/

https://www.kait8.com/2023/08/28/officers-justified-osceola-shooting/