The Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division is investigating an officer-involved fatal shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon in Searcy at the request of the Searcy Police Department.
According to authorities, officers responded around 2:15 p.m. on May 12, 2026, to a disturbance call at a service station located at the corner of Maple Street, also known as Highway 16, and Holmes Road.
Witnesses told investigators that the suspect, identified as Cordney Sherod Stewart, 38, of Jacksonville, allegedly fired a weapon both inside and outside the business during the incident.
Authorities say an SPD officer discharged his weapon, striking Stewart. Emergency medical treatment was provided at the scene before Stewart was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
No officers were injured during the incident.
Investigators say the deceased will be transported to the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory to determine the official manner and cause of death.
Upon completion of the investigation, Arkansas State Police CID special agents will submit their findings to the White County Prosecuting Attorney. Prosecutors will then determine whether the use of deadly force was consistent with Arkansas law.
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