September 23, 2024
DES ARC, Ark. — On Saturday, September 21, 2024, at around 5:46 p.m., the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) was requested by the Des Arc Police Department (DAPD) to investigate a shooting in the 600 block of Chester Street.
Witnesses reported that a physical altercation took place between Jeremiah McMillen, 44, of Des Arc, and his mother, Donna McMillen, 65. During the confrontation, Jeremiah’s son, Connor McMillen, 19, also of Des Arc, intervened and shot Jeremiah.
Connor McMillen contacted 911 and informed emergency personnel. When the DAPD arrived, Connor surrendered himself without incident.
Jeremiah McMillen died as a result of the shooting. The prosecutor will make a determination regarding charges upon submission of the complete CID file to his office.