Police were "conducting a felony narcotics investigation" and spotted Jones, who reportedly was a case suspect. When they "tried to conduct a traffic stop" he led them on a vehicle chase, allegedly shooting at them. He then ran over stop sticks placed on a highway, lost control of his car, and hit a concrete barrier. A witness states that Jones exchanged fire with at least one officer. Two officers shot and killed him.
Victim's Name: Clifford O'Neal Jones
Agency Responsible: Benton Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 29
Race: White
Date of Death: July 30, 2013
County: Saline
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Suburban