Gunshot Victim Crashes Vehicle While Fleeing Shooting in Lockesburg; Suspect in Custody

A domestic dispute between two brothers turned violent in Lockesburg on Thursday, resulting in a shooting, a fiery crash, and multiple people hospitalized. Authorities say the suspect is now in custody.

According to Police records, on August 1, 2025, Sevier County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a gunshot victim in the 600 block of Provo Road. While en route, a second 911 call came in reporting a nearby vehicle accident.

Investigators later determined the incident began in the 1400 block of Provo Road, where a domestic altercation between brothers Justin and Robert Massingill escalated. According to early reports, Robert allegedly shot Justin, who then fled the scene in a vehicle. During the escape, the vehicle crashed and caught fire.

The driver, identified as Justin Massingill, suffered a gunshot wound and was transported to Sevier County Medical Center. Two passengers—an adult female and a juvenile—sustained serious injuries in the crash and were taken to separate hospitals for treatment.

A BOLO (Be-On-the-Lookout) was issued, and the Dierks Police Department quickly located and arrested Robert Massingill without incident. He was booked into the Sevier County Jail on multiple felony charges, including:

Domestic Battering – 2nd Degree (Class C Felony)

Possession of Firearms by Certain Persons (Class B Felony)

The Arkansas State Police is leading the investigation into the vehicle crash, while the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the shooting.

Authorities expressed gratitude for the joint effort among multiple agencies, including the De Queen Police Department, Dierks Police Department, 9th West Drug Task Force, Lockesburg First Responders, Southwest EMS, Pafford Medical Services, and Arkansas State Police.

The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.