On Saturday, February 10, 2024, first responders were called to a structure fire at a home on Pryor Drive in Saline County and discovered a triple homicide. Victims found inside the residence included 53-year-old Dara Lynn Martin, her husband Jacob Aaron Martin Sr., age 47, and their 16-year-old daughter Aleah Martin, all deceased from apparent gunshot wounds.

Authorities identified a 15-year-old juvenile as a person of interest; the teenager was taken into custody and is being charged as an adult with Capital Murder, Arson, Abuse of a Corpse, and Tampering with Physical Evidence and is being held without bond. No motive has been released publicly.

Dara Martin, born July 30, 1970, in Little Rock, was described as a devoted wife and mother active in the local church. The community continues to mourn the family’s sudden and violent loss.

If anyone knew the Martins or has information about what happened that night, please share what you know.