- Arkansas police arrested a 28-year-old schoolteacher in a double homicide at Devil’s Den State Park.
- The victims, a married couple, were hiking with their two young daughters, who were not injured.
- The suspect, Andrew James McGann, faces two counts of capital murder.
- Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders praised the swift law enforcement response.
- Arkansas State Police confirmed the arrest in an official press release.
The Big Picture
A 28-year-old schoolteacher from Springdale has been arrested and charged with the brutal killing of a married couple who were hiking with their children at Devil’s Den State Park. According to the Arkansas State Police (ASP), the suspect, Andrew James McGann, was apprehended on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, and is now facing two counts of capital murder.
Arrest and Charges
McGann was taken into custody at 4:57 p.m. in Springdale, as reported by the Arkansas Department of Public Safety. The victims, identified as Clinton David Brink, 43, and Cristen Amanda Brink, 41, were fatally attacked on July 26 while hiking with their daughters, ages 7 and 9. The children were not harmed and are now under the care of family members.
Reaction from Officials
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders released a statement commending the investigators and law enforcement officers involved. She emphasized that Arkansas would not tolerate violent crime and praised the coordinated effort that led to the arrest.
ASP Director Col. Mike Hagar also expressed gratitude to officers across local, state, and federal agencies for their round-the-clock efforts. According to ASP’s official report, their collaborative work made it possible to apprehend the suspect within days.
Clarification and Ongoing Investigation
ASP clarified that an earlier release had mistakenly listed the suspect’s name as James Andrew McGann. The correct name is Andrew James McGann. The agency has not yet disclosed a possible motive, nor whether the suspect had any connection to the victims. Investigators are continuing to collect evidence and interview witnesses.
What’s Next
McGann remains in custody and is expected to face arraignment in Washington County. Prosecutors have not yet announced whether they will seek the death penalty. Additional updates will be released by the Arkansas State Police as the investigation progresses.
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