Lowell, ARK — A 72-year-old man has been arrested in connection to a death at a residence on Concord Street in Lowell. Authorities responded to a medical call at the home on the morning of January 3, where emergency personnel discovered an individual who was later pronounced dead at the scene.
According to a statement from the Lowell Police Department (LPD), both police officers and firefighters were dispatched to the residence, where they found the deceased person. The LPD then initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the death.
David Whitten, a 72-year-old resident of Lowell, was taken into custody in connection with the incident. He now faces six counts of endangering the welfare of others. The police have stated that additional charges could be filed as the investigation progresses.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the identity of the deceased or provided further details about the nature of the incident. The investigation remains ongoing as officials work to gather additional information.
Residents in the area are urged to stay tuned for further updates as law enforcement continues to investigate the case.