ASP: Human remains found in western Arkansas, suspect arrested
MOUNT IDA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — One person was arrested on Saturday after human remains were found near the suspect's property in western Arkansas, according to Arkansas State Police.
Montgomery County Sheriff Neal Thomas said in a news release that his office received a report on June 7 about a missing person.
Thomas said an investigation later revealed the possibility of foul play.
ASP said MCSO requested assistance from the department's Criminal Investigation Division (CID).
Once special agents arrived in Mount Ida, they found evidence of foul play. ASP identified a suspect and took them into custody.
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The suspect, who was not identified in the release, was charged with second-degree battery, kidnapping and tampering with physical evidence after remains were found near the suspect's property.
ASP said additional charges are pending in the case.
The department is also asking for the public`s help in locating a black 2011 GMC Terrain with Arkansas plate AEV 26R.
Anyone with information about the vehicle's location should call Arkansas State Police Troop K at 501-767-8550.
ASP said the investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when it becomes available.
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