CONWAY, AR — The Conway Police Department has announced the arrest of Kemarie Tyrone Johnson in connection with the April 13, 2025, shooting at Fifth Avenue Park, a violent incident that shocked the community.
Johnson was apprehended on the evening of August 21, 2025, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, by the U.S. Marshals Eastern District of Arkansas Fugitive Task Force and the Arkansas State Police SWAT Team. He was taken into custody on an active Conway warrant for multiple serious charges:
- Two counts of Capital Murder
- Nine counts of Attempted Murder
- One count of Terrorism
The Conway Police Department extended its gratitude to federal and state law enforcement partners for their vital role in ensuring the safe apprehension of Johnson. The arrest underscores the coordinated efforts of local, state, and federal agencies working together to bring justice to victims and their families.
“Our detectives have remained relentless in seeking justice for those affected by this tragic act of violence,” the department said in a statement. “This arrest is the result of meticulous investigation, perseverance, and the strong collaboration of law enforcement at all levels.”
The department emphasized that this is an active and ongoing investigation, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
The Conway Police Department continues to urge anyone with information related to this case to come forward and assist investigators in ensuring justice is served.
This arrest serves as a reminder of the commitment of law enforcement to protecting communities and holding violent offenders accountable.
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