Authorities in Crittenden County say a domestic dispute turned deadly on Monday, ending with a woman fatally shot, her boyfriend under arrest, and three children caught in the middle inside the home.
The arrest and charges
Deputies arrested 41-year-old Demetric Nering on Monday after spotting activity leaving the property where the shooting occurred. According to FOX13 Memphis, Nering has been charged with first-degree murder, as well as possession of drugs and firearms. A judge set his bond at $1,000,000, the outlet reports.
Scene and response
The shooting happened at Harvard Yard, 28 Grange Road, where deputies and emergency crews found the victim, identified as 35-year-old Shuntrail King. First responders performed life-saving measures at the scene.
Per the Crittenden County Sheriff's Office, officers saw a Chevrolet Tahoe backing out of the driveway as they arrived and stopped the vehicle as part of their response. King was transported to Baptist Memorial Hospital‑Crittenden, where she was pronounced dead.
Children at the scene
FOX13 Memphis reports that three children were inside the home when the shooting occurred. Deputies and medical responders evaluated them at the scene, and they were not listed with life-threatening injuries. According to the outlet, medical personnel attempted resuscitation on King before she was taken to the hospital.
Legal status and next steps
Nering was booked into the Crittenden County Detention Center, and the sheriff's online jail roster reflects his booking and listed charges. Prosecutors are expected to determine formal filings and arraignment dates as the sheriff's office continues its investigation.
How to help
Officials are asking anyone with information related to the case to contact the sheriff's non-emergency dispatch line at (870) 702-2000 or use the department's online reporting tools. Additional contact details and resources are available on the county's official website as the investigation moves forward.
