Deputy Sheriff Justin Smith, Stone County Sheriff's Office, Arkansas

Deputy Sheriff Justin Smith

Stone County Sheriff's Office, Arkansas

End of Watch Tuesday, January 2, 2024

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Justin Smith

Deputy Sheriff Justin Smith was shot and killed while serving a warrant at the 300 block of Sawmill Road in Mountain View, Arkansas, at 4:30 p.m.

When Deputy Smith attempted to arrest the subject for terroristic threats, he was shot.

The subject was apprehended after a brief standoff and charged with capital murder.

Deputy Smith had served with the Stone County Sheriff's Office for 14 years and previously served with the Jackson County Sheriff's Office and Independence County Sheriff's Office. He is survived by his wife, three sons, three stepchildren, two brothers, two sisters, and 14 grandchildren.

Bio

Age 60
Tour 24 years
Badge 512

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Not available
Offender In custody

warrant

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Deputy Sheriff Smith,
On today, the 2nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Stone County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

January 2, 2026