Hot Springs Police officer 1st Class Brent Scrimshire was shot and killed in the line of duty tonight around 6:30 pm after a traffic stop at the 100 block of Kenwood Street. He leaves behind a wife and two children. Our thoughts and prayers for his family and fellow officers. (Hot Springs Broadcast Network)
Anyone who wants to help the family of Officer Scrimshire, can donate at any Diamond Bank or Arvest Bank in the state. (Arkansas Families of Fallen Officers) account.
Cotton Statement on Death of Hot Springs Officer
Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the statement below following news reports that Officer Brent Scrimshire of Hot Springs was killed in the line of duty.
“The city of Hot Springs and the state of Arkansas mourns the tragic loss of Officer Scrimshire. Brent Scrimshire gave his life for the safety of his fellow man—the ultimate sacrifice deserving of our deepest respect. May God welcome Brent home and bring comfort to his family.”