Two men arrested for alleged battery and robbery

Victim was airlifted to a hospital following the incident
Two men have been arrested following an investigation into the battery and robbery of a resident on East McNeill Street in Magnolia.
Published: May 27, 2026 at 4:44 PM CDT|Updated: May 27, 2026 at 5:55 PM CDT

MAGNOLIA, Ark. (KSLA) - On May 8, the Magnolia Police Department launched an investigation into the Battery and Robbery of a resident on East McNeill Street in Magnolia.

The victim was found in his home with life-threatening injuries.

Following a 911 call to dispatchers, police and EMS responded to the scene. The victim was then transported to Magnolia Regional Medical Center and later airlifted to a trauma center in another city.

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Investigators found evidence of blunt force trauma to the victim’s head. Investigators also found evidence of a robbery occurring during this event.

MPD arrested Alizale Burnell, 24, for his alleged involvement in the incident.
MPD arrested Alizale Burnell, 24, for his alleged involvement in the incident.(KSLA)

On May 21, MPD arrested Alizale Burnell, 24, on charges of:

  • Aggravated Residential Burglary
  • Aggravated Robbery
  • Battery First Degree
  • Theft of a Firearm
  • Theft of Property less than $1,000.
MPD arrested Chad T. Valentine, 18, for his alleged involvement in the incident.
MPD arrested Chad T. Valentine, 18, for his alleged involvement in the incident.(KSLA)

MPD also arrested Chad T. Valentine, 18, on charges of:

  • Aggravated Residential Burglary
  • Aggravated Robbery
  • Battery First Degree
  • Theft of a Firearm
  • Theft of Property less than $1,000.
  • Tampering with Physical Evidence

This investigation is ongoing. Information will be updated as it becomes available.