Two face attempted murder charges

By Alison James

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Two men have been arrested on attempted murder charges following a shooting July 21 in Russellville.

At about 7:30 p.m., a shot was fired on South Washington Street in Russellville. The victim was transported to Huntsville with a gunshot wound to neck/head area.

Yarbough

“We were looking for multiple people involved,” said Russellville Police Chief Chris Hargett.

Russellville PD quickly got a warrant for Javorose Monquis Yarbough, 20, East Lawrence Street, who was identified by witnesses at the scene. His parents were also arrested. Hargett said it is suspected they “assisted him in getting out of the area.” They were charged with hindering prosecution.

Yarbough’s father was picked up by authorities. Yarbough and his mother turned themselves in July 22.

A second suspect, Everett Shields, 17, East Lawrence Street, was identified Friday. Authorities reported he is the brother of Yarbrough. He was taken into custody Friday evening.

Shields

“We were able to obtain enough evidence to obtain a warrant” for Shields after speaking with the victim Friday, said Lt. Scotty Lowery.

“I was actually able to obtain a phone number for him,” Lowery said. Lowery convinced Shields to turn himself.

Yarbough is currently in jail with on a $250,000 bond. His parents each have a $10,000 bond.

Yarbough was on parole following charges of burglary and larceny in Mississippi, where the family is from. The Mississippi Department of Corrections has asked that a detainer be placed on Yarbrough for violation of parole.

The victim is reported to be in stable condition and good spirits, Lowery said. He could be released midweek.