Death by Cop 2021-2025
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Anthony Michael Dean
Gender : Male
Age : 34
Race : White
Date : 10/07/2025
Location : 100 block of Ebony Way
City : Hot Springs
County : Garland
State : Arkansas
Agency : Garland County Sheriff’s Office
Officer(s) :Not Disclosed
Cause of Death : Gunshot
Event : Killed by police during confrontation
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
On 10/07/2025, deputies from the Garland County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a disorderly person on the 100 block of Ebony Way in Hot Springs. Upon arrival, they encountered 34-year-old Anthony Michael Dean, who was shirtless and carrying a shovel. Deputies said Dean approached them aggressively while holding the shovel. One deputy opened fire, striking Dean, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The Arkansas State Police are investigating the incident, and the case remains under review.
SOURCE LINKS :
https://www.kark.com/crime/shirtless-man-shot-and-killed-after-attempting-to-attack-garland-county-deputy-with-shovel-authorities-say/
https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/investigation-garland-county-deputy-shoots-suspect/91-a2a68e5d-5fbe-4876-a607-5d418d1fedf0
https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2025/oct/08/shovel-wielding-man-fatally-shot-by-sheriffs/
