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29 Jul 2025, 23:21

Arkansas Authorities Investigate the Murder of a Couple in the Park

  • The couple, the Brinks, was murdered while hiking in the park.
  • The police are investigating a suspect based on a photo and sketch.
  • The children of the couple were not harmed and are with relatives.

On Saturday, July 27, in Devil's Den State Park in Arkansas, a couple was murdered, Clinton David Brink (43 years old) and Kristen Amanda Brink (41 years old), while hiking with their two daughters, who were unharmed. The Arkansas State Police released a photo and sketch of a person they are investigating in connection with this crime.

At this time, details of the attack remain unknown, but according to police, the suspect likely sustained injuries during the attack. Police ask the public to provide any information that may assist in the investigation, including photos and video from the park on the day of the crime.

Description of the Suspect

The suspect is described as a white male in dark shorts, a dark cap, sunglasses, and sleeveless shirts. He was seen in a black four-door sedan, likely a Mazda, with a partial license plate covered by a sticker.

Devil's Den Park, known for its hiking trails, is closed to visitors for further notice. Police and FBI agents are actively working on the case, receiving numerous tips from the public.

Relocation of the Brinks Family

The couple had recently moved to Prairie Grove from Southern Dakota. Clinton Brink was set to start a new job on Monday, July 29, as a milk delivery driver, while Kristen was a med tech. The Brink family reached out to the public for help in the investigation and privacy during this difficult time.

Tags: USA/Crime

Articles on this topic:

  • abcnews.go.com - Police release sketch of person of interest sought after couple killed while hiking in Arkansas park
  • apnews.com - Police release picture of man wanted for questioning in investigation into Devil’s Den park killings