January 29, 2025
CARLISLE, Ark. — The Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is investigating a death at a mini-storage facility north of Carlisle following the discovery of a burned body in one of the units. The investigation was initiated at the request of the Lonoke County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at approximately 8:15 a.m., the Carlisle Fire Department responded to a fire at Bennett Storage Units, located at 1931 State Highway 13 North. The fire engulfed approximately six storage units. On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, an insurance agent was inspecting the storage units for a damage estimate when he discovered a body located in one of the units.
The deceased has been identified as Daniel Ford, 41, of Carlisle.
The deceased will be transported to the Arkansas State Crime Lab to determine the manner and cause of death. The investigation is being conducted jointly by Special Agents from ASP CID, the LCSO CID, and ASP’s fire investigators.