Lawrence Fredrick Nichols Jr., 44, was reported missing after last speaking with his mother on August 31, 2024, when he said he was at a hospital waiting for his son. Family members say he left the hospital on foot when his son did not arrive and did not return.

On September 9, 2024, a citizen found a deceased man near Harper and Asher Roads in the Sweet Home area of Pulaski County; the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office later identified the body as Nichols. Investigators determined he died of a gunshot wound to his upper body and that the killing occurred elsewhere, at a residence at 4618 West 21st Street in Little Rock, on September 1, 2024.

On September 12, 2024, authorities arrested 45-year-old Lavar Moore on charges of capital murder and abuse of a corpse; he was booked into the Pulaski County Regional Detention Facility. The investigation remains ongoing.

If anyone knew Lawrence, saw him after August 31, 2024, or has information about the residence at 4618 West 21st Street, please come forward.