A Yell Co. Arkansas, deputy has been shot dead and two other were found dead in a residence.

According to the Arkansas State Police, there is an active manhunt underway in Yell County near Dardanelle.

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Arkansas State Police say three people were shot in the area on Thursday morning.

According to Melody Daniel with ADEM, a suspect has two people held hostage.

Authorities say the scene is considered very dangerous and lockdowns have been put in place.

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