ASP Searching for Suspect in Wynne Homicide

Police seek public's help in locating Edward Lampkin Jr. in fatal shooting

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:00am

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Arkansas State Police (ASP) is investigating a homicide that occurred in Wynne, Arkansas on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The victim, Javon Beal, 34, was found suffering from gunshot wounds and later pronounced dead at a local hospital. ASP is now searching for Edward Lampkin Jr., 36, who is wanted in connection with the shooting.

Why it matters

Homicides are rare in the small town of Wynne, so this incident has shaken the community. The ASP is asking for the public's assistance in locating the suspected shooter, which could help bring closure to Beal's family and prevent further violence.

The details

According to the ASP, officers responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a shooting at the intersection of C Street and Fitzhugh Circle in Wynne around 11:50 a.m. on April 14. They found Beal suffering from gunshot wounds and transported him to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Beal's body was taken to the Arkansas State Crime Lab to determine the cause and manner of death.

  • The incident occurred on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 around 11:50 a.m.

The players

Arkansas State Police (ASP)

The state law enforcement agency leading the homicide investigation.

Wynne Police Department (WPD)

The local police department that initially responded to the shooting and requested ASP's assistance.

Edward Lampkin Jr.

The 36-year-old man who is wanted by ASP in connection with the homicide of Javon Beal.

Javon Beal

The 34-year-old Wynne resident who was fatally shot and later pronounced dead at a local hospital.

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What’s next

ASP is asking the public to contact them with any information about the whereabouts of Edward Lampkin Jr. so he can be apprehended.

The takeaway

This tragic homicide has shaken the small town of Wynne, and the community is hoping the ASP can quickly locate the suspected shooter, Edward Lampkin Jr., to bring some closure and prevent further violence.