Special Agents of the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division are investigating a shooting incident that occurred in Perry County last night that claimed the life of William J. Bates, 31, of Perryville.
The shooting occurred at the home of brothers Dalton & J.D. Goodman located two miles west of Perryville along State Highway 60.
Perry County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the call received about 6:20 PM reporting a disturbance at the Goodman home. One person was taken into custody at the scene by local authorities and charges are pending as the investigation progresses today.