In a matter of public interest and public safety, Today In Fort Smith reported on Thursday about a situation at a local hotel where a man was reportedly dead via suicide. Upon receiving confirming information from authorities, and a family member who wishes to remain anonymous, it is our duty to report the outcome of the situation.
The deceased, Nathan Buel Pettygrew, age 35 of Barling, was arrested on February 7th on a charge of Rape of a minor under the age of 14. As reported by Today In Fort Smith, Pettygrew bonded out of the Sebastian County Adult Detention Center less-than four hours later on $100,000 bond.
According to a family member, Pettygrew checked into a local hotel where he took his own life on Thursday, February 20th, 2020.
If you, or someone you know, are suicidal, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255
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