LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Update: Officials confirmed that the suspect, 40-year-old Crystal Perkins, the victim's wife, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
On the evening of June 19, the Little Rock Police Department responded to a shots-fired call at 7325 Fairfield Drive.
According to reports, officers were advised that the incident was a domestic altercation.
Upon arrival, officers located 49-year-old Ricardo Sykes suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
A homicide investigation has been launched. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.