Paragould, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – A fatal weekend shooting in Paragould has left one man dead and his roommate facing a first-degree murder charge.
Paragould police officers responded to a reported shooting in the 900 block of East Court Street. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
According to a news release, the victim, identified as Scott Hendrix, of Paragould, was transported to a local hospital for treatment, where he later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.
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Following the initial response, the department’s Investigation Division arrested 55-year-old Steven Van Sickle, Hendrix’s roommate, in connection with the fatal shooting.
Van Sickle was booked into the Greene County Detention Center on a charge of first-degree murder. He is currently being held on a $1 million bond.
Authorities stated the investigation remains active, and no further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting are being released at this time.
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