On June 15, 2025, around 7:00 p.m., the Saline County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) received a call on Terrace Drive for an unknown emergency. According to the SCSO, while deputies were on their way to the scene, dispatch was informed that someone was deceased at the residence. Read more below.
Deputies stated in a report that they discovered a male victim who had indeed succumbed to a gunshot wound. They also stated that the suspect, Raul Maytorena, age 33, of lllinois, had stolen a vehicle that belonged to a witness, and fled the scene.
Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) was able to locate the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. The SCSO statement says a short pursuit ensued and the suspect wrecked the vehicle. The Benton Police Department (BNPD) also assisted in apprehending this suspect.
The suspect was taken into custody, transported to the Saline County Detention Center, and charged with Murder in the First Degree. A bond amount has not been set.
This is still an ongoing investigation. The victim’s name will not be released at this time.
The SCSO thanked their Detectives “for their swift action in identifying a suspect and getting the information out to neighboring agencies,” as well as LRPD and BNPD for assisting.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact Detective Bedsworth at 501-303-5608.
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