Off-Duty Adair County Deputy Accused Of Shooting Man In Arkansas

Investigators in Washington County, Arkansas said an off-duty Adair County deputy was involved in a shooting over the weekend.

Tuesday, September 6th 2022, 9:17 pm

By: News On 6


Investigators in Washington County, Arkansas said an off-duty Adair County deputy was involved in a shooting over the weekend.

They said on Saturday, Sept. 3, Deputy Travis Adams shot Justin Hellyer twice during an argument.

Washington County officials released cell phone video taken by a witness.

Hellyer was taken to the hospital but investigators haven't said how he's doing.

Adair County Sheriff Jason Ritchie said Deputy Adams is on administrative leave during the investigation.

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