Poplar Grove, Arkansas, experienced a tragic shooting early Saturday morning, resulting in one fatality and leaving another individual injured. The event unfolded around 2:15 a.m. in the 300 block of Phillips County Road 113, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement.
William “Red” Henderson, 38, was found at the scene and later pronounced dead at Helena Regional Medical Center. Another victim, a 47-year-old man whose identity has not been disclosed, was transported to a nearby hospital where he remains in stable condition.
Authorities have charged Decorick Farr, 41, of Poplar Grove, with first-degree murder in connection with the incident. He is currently held at the Phillips County Detention Center as investigations continue.
The shooting, which has left the small community in shock, is under ongoing investigation by the Phillips County Sheriff’s Office in conjunction with the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division. Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting have yet to be released to the public.
Community members are expressing their grief and concern, with many residents noting the typically peaceful nature of Poplar Grove. This incident has prompted discussions about safety and the need for increased vigilance in small towns.
As the investigation progresses, law enforcement authorities urge anyone with additional information to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community support in addressing such violent acts.