Arkansas
One dead in Lepanto drowning incident
LEPANTO, Ark. – One person is dead after a reported drowning Thursday evening in Lepanto, located in Poinsett County, according to the Lepanto Fire and Rescue.
The fire department says they were called to a possible drowning in the Rivervale area a little after 6 p.m.
When emergency crews arrived, they began search efforts in the water.
During that time, they say the body of an individual was found.
“We extend our thoughts, prayers, and deepest condolences to the individual’s family and friends,” the Lepanto Fire Department said.
They also thanked the Poinsett County Sheriff’s Office, Marked Tree Fire Department, Lepanto Police Department, Lepanto Dispatch, Pafford EMS, Arkansas Game and Fish, and Poinsett County Coroner’s Office for assisting in the search and recovery efforts.