Little Rock Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Role in Texas Man's Slaying

Jarquez Ravon Butler, 19, received only $100 from $3,500 stolen in the crime.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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One of three men charged with the armed robbery and murder of a Texas man in North Little Rock has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. According to witness accounts, 19-year-old Jarquez Ravon Butler only received $100 -- out of $3,500 stolen -- for his role in the slaying.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of violent crime and the disproportionate impact on young offenders in the Little Rock area, where property and violent crime rates remain higher than the national average despite recent declines.

The details

Jarquez Ravon Butler was one of three men charged with the armed robbery and murder of a Texas man in North Little Rock. Witness accounts indicate that Butler only received $100 out of the $3,500 that was stolen during the crime.

  • Jarquez Ravon Butler was sentenced on February 9, 2026.

The players

Jarquez Ravon Butler

A 19-year-old man who was sentenced to 20 years in prison for his role in the armed robbery and murder of a Texas man in North Little Rock.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of reducing violent crime and ensuring equitable sentencing, especially for young offenders who may have played a relatively minor role in serious crimes.