A shocking tragedy unfolded this weekend at Devil’s Den State Park in Arkansas, where a couple was brutally murdered in front of their young daughters during a family hike. Clinton David Brink, 43, and Kristen Amanda Brink, 41, were found dead on Saturday, sending shockwaves through the community and prompting a massive manhunt for the suspect.

The Brink family was enjoying a peaceful outing with their two daughters, aged 7 and 9, when the unimaginable occurred. While the children were unharmed and are now safe with relatives, the horrific nature of the attack has left investigators and locals reeling. Arkansas State Police have classified the incident as a suspected homicide, and authorities are urgently searching for a white male suspect last seen wearing dark shorts, a dark baseball cap, sunglasses, and fingerless gloves. Witnesses reported seeing him flee the scene in a black four-door sedan, possibly a Mazda, heading toward nearby highways.

As law enforcement ramps up patrols in the park, the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism emphasized their commitment to visitor safety. Secretary Shane Lewis expressed condolences to the victims’ loved ones and urged anyone with information to come forward. The couple, who had recently relocated to Prairie Grove, were beloved members of their community, and the circumstances of their deaths remain shrouded in mystery.

Authorities are urging anyone who may have photos or videos from the park to assist in the investigation. The bodies of the Brinks have been sent to the state Crime Lab for further examination to determine the cause of death. As the investigation unfolds, the community is left grappling with this tragic loss, and the search for justice is just beginning.