Christopher Bruce Anderson

Patrol Officer Chris Anderson was shot and killed while serving an arrest warrant at a home on Lafayette Street. He allowed the subject to enter his home to dress but the man emerged with a handgun and shot Officer Anderson in the throat twice, killing him instantly. The man then stole Officer Anderson's patrol car and service weapon. He then led officers on a vehicle and foot pursuit before being arrested. The man, who had a history of mental illness, was convicted of Officer Anderson's murder and sentenced to life in prison. Officer Anderson had served with the Hot Springs Police Department for 12 years.