A family outing took a tragic turn on Saturday, July 26, when Clinton David Brink, 43, and his wife Cristen Amanda Brink, 41, were found deceased along a trail in Devil’s Den State Park, Arkansas. The couple had been hiking with their two young daughters, ages 7 and 9, who were physically unharmed and are now in the care of relatives.
Law enforcement teams responded quickly after reports of a missing family, with dramatic radio chatter revealing the moment officers discovered the scene. The Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division has launched an extensive investigation into what led to the heartbreaking incident.
Authorities are searching for a male suspect described as having a medium build, dressed in dark clothing with sunglasses and a ballcap. He was last seen leaving the area in a black sedan and carrying a black backpack. The lack of cellphone coverage in the area has made the investigation more challenging.
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders expressed condolences and full support for law enforcement, emphasizing that every effort will be made to bring answers. Authorities have asked visitors to share any footage from the area privately with police and to avoid posting potential evidence on social media.