AGE: 47

RACE: White

SEX: Male

DATE OF DEATH: December 12, 2022

COUNTY: Polk

CASE NUMBER: ASP-2022-1557

On December 13, 2022, the body of Layman J. “Joey” Hughes was discovered in his residence. His boss had come to check on him after he didn’t show up for work. During the course of the investigation, it was learned that he was murdered.

The Arkansas State Police was requested to assist with the homicide investigation by the Mena Police Department. If you have any information about this case, please contact ASP Company C at (870) 777-8944.