Fredrick McHenry Austin II, 27, of Little Rock, Arkansas, died Tuesday, December 26, 2023, after being shot during a family dispute in Shannon Hills. He was born in Crossett, Arkansas, and had lived for several years in Gainesville, Georgia. At the time of his death he worked as a customer service representative at the AT&T Call Center.

Authorities say his father, 61-year-old Fredrick Austin of Alexander, Arkansas, shot him; the younger Austin was taken to Saline County where he later died. The elder Austin was arrested the same day and charged with first-degree murder and aggravated assault, including a Class Y felony first-degree murder count.

This is a devastating family tragedy that left a community grieving. If anyone knew Fredrick McHenry Austin II or has information about the shooting, please share what can help the investigation.