Washington and Madison County Prosecuting Attorney

06/04/2026

05/22/2026

The Prosecuting Attorney's Office for the Arkansas 4th Judicial District is excited to announce the addition of the office's first Investigator. Troy Reed, who was sworn in earlier this week, was selected from a number of qualified candidates. Troy brings many years of law enforcement experience with him to serve the people of this jurisdiction in his new capacity. We are privileged to have him join our staff.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to Denis Dean, who has been named Prosecuting Attorney on the other side of the tunnel in Crawford County. The citizens of the 4th Judicial District here in Washington and Madison counties are extremely grateful for your service for over 14 years.

I’m personally grateful to have been privileged to have you as my Chief Deputy during my time as Prosecuting Attorney.

This office wishes you the best best of luck in your new role. The citizens of Crawford County will be well served during your tenure.

05/20/2026

Very proud of the work Chief Deputy Prosecutor Denis Dean, Deputy Prosecutor John Snyder and our partners at the Fayetteville Police Department put in to achieve this result.

Clark admitted to shooting McEnaney, whom he claimed he didn't know, and then storing his body in a barn on a "rotten mattress."

04/22/2026

Today, the Washington County Prosecutor’s Office was honored to see Arlene Pena, a victim witness coordinator with the office, receive the Justice for Victims award from the Arkansas Prosecuting Attorney’s Association. Victim witness coordinators play a vital role for prosecutors, serving as the liaison between victims of crime and the legal system, a process that can often be overwhelming. This office is privileged to have one of the very best victim witness teams in the State of Arkansas, and Arlene recently distinguished herself with her exceptional efforts in a challenging homicide case prosecuted by DPA Whitney Doolittle. In a job that often goes unacknowledged - thank you, Arlene, for your dedication to the victims for whom this office pursues justice every day!

04/14/2026

This case represents the reason law enforcement and victims should always remain vigilant on a cold case, especially where an unknown DNA profile has been obtained.

04/06/2026

“The victim in this case is a hero and a champion of justice. She did everything someone facing this horror should do in this situation. Her swift actions enabled the Springdale Police Department to make sure this Defendant couldn’t get away with his crimes. Springdale is safer with Guereca-Vasquez out of society.” Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Denis Dean stated

04/06/2026

2026 First Quarter Statistical Report on case initiations and dispositions.

04/02/2026

This is no joke.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month.

In 2025, the Children’s Safety Center provided services to 876 children impacted by abuse.

This month, we’re asking our community to stand with us — to raise awareness, start conversations, and help protect children in Washington County.

Follow along to learn how you can join the fight against child abuse in April and beyond. 🩵

03/02/2026

MAN SENTENCED TO 40 YEARS FOR R**E. The Springdale Police Department and Children's Safety Center of Washington County did excellent work to allow this office to bring justice in this case.