Arkansas Tech University student Jack Poole died during the overnight hours on Saturday, Aug. 17, at an off-campus residence in Russellville.
Poole, 19, was a resident of Hattieville and a 2023 graduate of Sacred Heart High School in Morrilton. He was a sophomore at ATU and had declared nursing as his major field of study.
A press release from the Russellville Police Department stated early indications are that Poole died as a result of an accidental shooting. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
“Arkansas Tech University expresses its condolences to the family and friends of Jack Poole,” said Dr. Russell Jones, ATU president. “There are no words that can adequately bring comfort at a time like this. Our university community will be present and ready to assist in the grieving process for those close to Jack.”
The ATU Health and Wellness Center has counselors available if ATU students need their services. The center can be reached at (479) 968-0329 or hwc@atu.edu.
Details regarding funeral arrangements will be added to this article as they become available.