Fordyce Police say a suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning.

In a statement released Tuesday, Fordyce Police Chief Chad Hubanks said the shooting claimed the life of a young man and described the incident as senseless. Police say investigators began working leads immediately after the shooting.

The Fordyce Police Department worked alongside the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department and requested assistance from the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division to help build a strong case.

Chief Hubanks said that investigative work led officers to identify a suspect. A warrant was issued and signed Tuesday afternoon.

The suspect, identified as Ladarius Deshon Johnson of Pine Bluff, was taken into custody by the United States Marshals Service on behalf of local authorities.

Police did not release additional details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting, citing the ongoing investigation.

Chief Hubanks extended condolences to the family of the victim, Jerron Rayford.

Authorities say the investigation remains active and more information will be released as it becomes available.