Second suspect arrested in connection to Arkansas shooting

(AP) – A 20-year-old man arrested in Texas faces murder and
battery charges in connection to a shooting in northeast Arkansas that killed
one and injured several others.The suspect, who has not yet been identified, was arrested Monday by Arkansas
authorities and the U.S. Marshals Dallas/Fort Worth Fugitive Task Force. He will
be extradited to Arkansas.A 19-year-old man is also in custody in Arkansas in connection to the shooting
that occurred early Sunday in Jonesboro. He turned himself in to authorities
after a warrant was issued for his arrest.

Police say 18-year-old Monterio Barnes was pronounced dead at the scene. Six
others were transported to area hospitals for their wounds. The victims’
conditions are unknown.

Authorities say the shooting happened after a fight broke out during a party.


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