Anthony Michael Dean

Age : 34

Gender : Male

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/