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Little Rock police make arrest in connection to woman's killing

Little Rock police arrested 40-year-old Wade Williams in connection to the case of Katrina Hampton-Williams' death. She was found dead on Jan. 21. Police had offered up to $10,000 for the arrest and conviction of her killer. It is unclear if the reward has been claimed.

Katrina Hampton-Williams Credit: Courtesy of Little Rock Police Department.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) — UPDATE: Little Rock police announced the arrest of Wade Williams, 40, in connection to the death of Katrina Hampton-Williams.

ORIGINAL: Little Rock police are asking for the public's help in finding a murderer. Katrina Hampton-Williams was discovered dead in her residence at 6902 W. 34th St. on Jan. 21. Detectives immediately began investigating the death as a homicide.

UPDATED INFORMATION HOMICIDE ARREST

Homicide Detectives have made an arrest of Wade Williams B/M 40 years old in reference to a homicide that occurred on January 21, 2018, at 6902 W. 34th St. Thank you to our Homicide Detectives for all your hard work in this case.
— Little Rock Police (@LRpolice) May 2, 2018

Police said there is a reward of up to $10,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of Hampton-Williams' killer.

Police said they believe the assailant knew Hampton-Williams because they had access to her home. The victim is also believed to have been the victim of unreported violent incidents before her death.

The Major Crimes Detective Division have developed a person of interest but said they believe the community has information that can lead to an arrest and prosecution.

To provide information, call the Major Crimes Detective Division at 501-371-4660 or 501-404-3008. An anonymous tip line is available at 501-371-INFO (4636).