From the Greene County Sheriff’s Office:
At approximately 4:44 pm, Paragould Emergency Services received a call of a serious crash on Hwy 412 West, just west of County Road 718. Two passenger vehicles and a tractor trailer were involved. One of those passenger vehicles caught fire. Multiple emergency personnel responded to the scene, including a medical helicopter.
At this time, I can confirm three fatalities. Two more individuals were transported from the scene, with both in critical condition. The Arkansas State Police responded to the crash, and are handling the investigation. Further inquiries concerning this crash should be directed to ASP.
The roadway is now clear. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved.
– Sheriff Brad Snyder