A juvenile has passed away at some point overnight in Benton, according to a news release from the Benton Police Department (BNPD). Officers responded to a call of an unresponsive juvenile at a residence near Springhill and Northlake at approximately 6:30 a.m. Monday. Police determined that the juvenile was deceased. Criminal Investigations Division detectives arrived at the scene and took over the investigation.
It remains an ongoing death investigation. According to BNPD Media Specialist Krista Petty, there appear to be no signs of foul play involved, and no suspects are being sought.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Benton Police Department at 501-778-1171 or 501-315-TIPS. Anonymous tips may also be sent via text to CRIMES (274637) with the keyword BNPD in the body of the message, via the official Benton Police Department app available on iTunes and Google Play or at www.crimereports.com.