James Harden, 53, was fatally shot during a confrontation on the afternoon of Monday, July 5, 2021, outside a residence at 423 Lee Street in Lake Village, Arkansas. Witnesses reported that Harden attempted to flee when a man later identified as Derrick Wilson arrived; a firearm was discharged and Harden was wounded. He died while being transported to a local hospital.

The Lake Village Police Department immediately opened an investigation and requested assistance from the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division. After a day-long search, 43-year-old Derrick Wilson of Lake Village surrendered on July 6. Special agents obtained warrants and Wilson was charged with first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by certain persons; he was held at the Chicot County Detention Center pending his first court appearance as the inquiry continued.

Are there any witnesses or residents who were in the area that afternoon and can provide additional details about what led up to the shooting?