UPDATE, Feb. 6, 2023, 11:45 a.m.: The woman killed in the shooting has been identified by Newport Police. Click here for more information.
Authorities say one person was killed, and four others were injured after an early morning shooting at a concert in Newport.
Two men were arrested after the shooting with probable cause, but have not been charged, according to Region 8 News. The Jonesboro media outlet says Richard McGee, 31, and Aaron Warren, 28, are currently being held at the Jackson County Jail.
Newport Police say a 19-year-old female died at the concert, which was billed on social media as a “birthday bash” featuring rap artist Fredo Bang (see below). One of the four injured was flown to a hospital for further treatment, according to Region 8 News.
Authorities say more arrests will likely be made, and anyone with information or video of the shooting should contact the Newport Police Department at (870) 523-2722.
Click here for the story from Region 8 News.
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