Star City, AR – Arkansas State Police are investigating the death of a 79-year-old Star City woman who reportedly succumbed to injuries in July after seeking medical treatment.
According to Arkansas State Police, the investigation began at the request of the Star City Police Department into the death of Ann Ward, who died on July 10 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock.
Authorities said Ward first visited a local health clinic in Star City on June 25 for unspecified injuries. She was later transferred to Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff, where doctors determined her condition was life-threatening. Ward was then flown by med-flight to Little Rock for advanced care, but she did not survive.
The Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division is now handling the case to determine the circumstances surrounding her injuries and death. Officials have not released additional details on the nature of Ward’s injuries, and no arrests have been reported at this time.
The case remains under active investigation. Authorities said updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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