Batesville Shooting: Police Name Man as Person of Interest in Ongoing Search
A fatal early-morning shooting in Batesville left one person dead and another injured. Police named Christopher L. Johnston as a person of interest during the ongoing search.
Incident details
The shooting occurred on Brown Lane at about 3:20 a.m. on Monday, March 23. The Independence County Sheriff’s Department responded to the scene.
Victims
Officers discovered one person deceased upon arrival. Family members transported the second victim to a hospital.
Investigation and search
Authorities identified Christopher L. Johnston as a person of interest in the case. Johnston was last seen in the 1600 block of Bethesda Road.
The department continues an ongoing search for the named individual. Filmogaz.com reported the developments, citing the Independence County Sheriff’s Department.
Key facts
- Location: Brown Lane, Batesville, Arkansas.
- Date and time: Monday, March 23, about 3:20 a.m.
- Agency: Independence County Sheriff’s Department.
- Casualties: One person dead; one injured and taken to hospital.
- Person of interest: Christopher L. Johnston.
- Last seen: 1600 block of Bethesda Road.
