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02/20/2015

Update on death investigation in Coal Hill

Fredrick Crutchfield, age 63, was found dead in the woods near his home on February 4, 2015 at approximately 10:20 pm in Coal Hill, Arkansas by a family member.

Mr. Crutchfield was pronounced dead at the scene by Pam Cogan, Johnson County Coroner.

Coal Hill Police Department, Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and Arkansas State Police secured the scene and collected evidence to be sent to the Arkansas Crime Lab.

The Arkansas Crime Lab has determined the cause of death exsanguination (loss of blood) due to multiple canine injuries.  The canines belonged to a family member.  The canines are currently impounded during this investigation. 

Sheriff Larry Jones