Crime
Michael Johnson arrested for murder in shooting death of 23-year-old Jurnea Stanley
The Pine Bluff Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 23-year-old woman Monday afternoon in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
Officers were dispatched to the 2400 block of West 24th Street at approximately 2:00 p.m. on January 26 in reference to a reported shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located Jurnea Stanley, 23, unresponsive at the scene.
Preliminary findings indicate that Stanley sustained an apparent gunshot wound to the upper body.
Despite emergency response efforts, she was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Authorities confirmed that Stanley had recently celebrated her 23rd birthday.
During the investigation, officers identified Michael Johnson, 25, who was also present at the location.
Johnson was transported to the Pine Bluff Police Department’s detective division for questioning.
Following the interview, investigators developed sufficient probable cause to place him under arrest.
Johnson was subsequently transported to the Jefferson County Jail, where he was booked on a charge of second-degree murder in connection with Stanley’s death.
Police officials stated that the homicide investigation remains in its early stages, and additional details are not being released at this time as detectives continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Anyone with information that may assist investigators is urged to contact the Pine Bluff Police Department Detective Office Tip Line at 870-730-2106, the detective office directly at 870-730-2090, or the dispatch center at 870-541-5300.
Authorities extended their condolences to the victim’s family and emphasized that updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Crime
Wilhelmina Leigh Carlton charged with the murder in stabbing of her boyfriend Darius Montreal Boglin
A 43-year-old woman from Bessemer has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend earlier this month, according to authorities.
Court records show Wilhelmina Leigh Carlton, 43, is charged with the murder of Darius Montreal Boglin, 45.
Carlton was booked into the Jefferson County Jail on March 5 and is currently being held without bond.
Officers with the Bessemer Police Department were dispatched at approximately 7:49 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, to the 3100 block of Avenue B following reports of a stabbing.
According to Detective Justin Burmeister, responding officers arrived at the scene and discovered Boglin suffering from a stab wound in a driveway.
Emergency responders attempted to assess his condition, but he was pronounced dead at the scene at approximately 8:10 p.m.
Authorities said Carlton was still present at the location when officers arrived and was taken into custody without incident.
Investigators confirmed that Carlton and Boglin were involved in a dating relationship.
Charging documents allege that the fatal incident occurred during an altercation when Boglin allegedly grabbed Carlton from behind, at which point she stabbed him, resulting in his death.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are asking anyone with additional information related to the case to contact the Bessemer Police Department at 205-425-2411 or 205-481-4366. Tips can also be submitted through the department’s tip line at 205-428-3541, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.