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Richard Lease

Case from Booneville, AR dated Jan 07, 2026

Victim Details

Richard Lease

Male

White / Caucasian

Booneville

AR

2026-01-07

38

Richard

Lease

07/08/2026

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In a tragic incident that unfolded in a home near Booneville, Arkansas, 38-year-old Richard Lease lost his life on January 7, 2026. Authorities discovered Lease deceased with multiple gunshot wounds, bringing a violent end to what investigators believe was a domestic conflict. He was a contractor by trade and a man who found joy in the outdoors, often hunting and fishing in his spare time.

The investigation into the death quickly focused on a family member. John Rich, the 68-year-old step ...
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  • thv11.com: Arkansas man accused of shooting, killing his stepson
  • Richard Lease Obituary (1987 - 2026) - Sallisaw, OK - Legacy
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