Found Deceased AR - Clinton David Brink, 43 & Cristen Amanda Brink, 41 found on trail - Devil's Den State Park - 26 July 2025 #3 *Arrest*

[Onlyguessing23]

“During the pre trial hearing on Friday, the judge granted the following motions from McGann's lawyers:

• release of incarceration records
• release of records no charge
• disclosure of digital files
• require investigative officers to retain rough notes

The death penalty is still being pursued in the case and there will likely be multiple years of hearings before the trial begins, according to prosecuting attorney Brandon Carter.”
…

Devil's Den murder case: Andrew McGann makes first court appearance in 3 months

Andrew McGann's next court date is set for January 15, 2026 at 8 a.m.

www.5newsonline.com

 

[Knox]

Wow, has AM gained weight. It makes his previous mug shot look like he was gaunt and under nourished, shockingly so.

He also continues to have that flat affect, IMO. Here is a screen shot from that MSM video you shared, @Xlady.

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My gosh his facial expressions are horrible!! I wouldn’t be surprised if he was using some pretty heavy drugs when the murders were committed. Maybe even meth?

 

[RedHaus]

My gosh his facial expressions are horrible!! I wouldn’t be surprised if he was using some pretty heavy drugs when the murders were committed. Maybe even meth?

Exactly. When I first saw the 'before' and 'after' images of AM I thought, METH.

That actually fits my presumption there will be some mental health component to this criminal case, e.g. substance abuse, alcoholism, or untreated schizophrenia, which as I shared ^^^^, can cause disregulation of self care, like eating.

IMO.

 

[RedHaus]

A local article about 2026 expectations.

"McGann’s next status hearing is scheduled for January 15. Motions hearings are set for April 1 and May 26."

https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/stories-knwa-fox24-is-following-as-we-begin-2026/

 

[303gmf]

A local article about 2026 expectations.

"McGann’s next status hearing is scheduled for January 15. Motions hearings are set for April 1 and May 26."

https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/stories-knwa-fox24-is-following-as-we-begin-2026/

Thank you!
I’ve wondered, could not remember his name to search

 

[Sundog]

A local article about 2026 expectations.

"McGann’s next status hearing is scheduled for January 15. Motions hearings are set for April 1 and May 26."

https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/stories-knwa-fox24-is-following-as-we-begin-2026/

Thanks for the update, good to see this case moving forward.

 

[LibraStarr]

https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/devils-den-murders/prosecutor-files-aggravating-circumstances-to-support-death-penalty-for-devils-den-murder-suspect/

“The prosecutor in Andrew McGann’s murder case filed a notice detailing ‘aggravating circumstances’ to support his push for the death penalty a week before McGann’s next court appearance.“

 

[Onlyguessing23]

“…Carter said in a case like this, it typically takes about two years from when the crime happens until it actually goes to trial. Therefore, the trial would likely start sometime around the summer of 2027.

The news coverage of this case is a source of contention for some.

Right now, Carter is running for an Arkansas Court of Appeals position. His opponent in the race is Judge Sarah Capp. She's a state district court judge in Johnson and Franklin counties.

Capp said she takes issue with Carter publicly talking about the case.

"And, it impacts the justice system," Capp said. "It impacts the jury pool. And, it impacts due process."

Capp went on to say she believes the high-profile murder case is being politicized…”

Devil's Den double murder suspect set to appear in court Thursday

Washington County prosecuting attorney Brandon Carter said he expects this Thursday's status hearing to focus on the state pursuing the death penalty against Andrew McGann.

www.4029tv.com

 

[TwinkieDefense]

Jan 15, 2026 article

https://www.fourstateshomepage.com/news/crime/aggravating-factors-discussed-in-devils-den-murder-suspects-latest-court-appearance/

[…]

“Capital murder cases always take a very long time to get through the system. And that’s primarily, to guard the state’s right and the defendant’s right to a fair trial,” Carter said. “Mr. McGann is presumed innocent until the state proves him guilty. And the length of the process has as much to do with that as anything.”

Although it may take a while for the case to conclude, McGann will be back in court twice in the next few months, on April 1 and May 26.

[…]

 

[Vaderman]

He's looking a bit rough:

 

[Onlyguessing23]

Attorneys for man accused of killing 2 hikers seek to bar prosecutor from seeking death penalty | Arkansas Advocate

Attorneys for the man charged with fatally stabbing two Arkansas hikers in front of their children accused the prosecutor Tuesday of violating a gag order with a speech to a civic group and a video for his appeals court judge campaign.

arkansasadvocate.com

From the article:

“Attorneys for the man charged with fatally stabbing two Arkansas hikers in front of their children accused the prosecutor Tuesday of violating a gag order with a speech to a civic group and a video for his appeals court judge campaign.
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McGann’s attorneys cited a video posted last month on the YouTube channel for Carter’s state appeals court campaign that shows an image of McGann as Carter’s voice can be heard saying the phrase “keeping dangerous criminals off our streets.”

 

[Onlyguessing23]

Andrew McGann's attorneys ask for court review of victim statements before jury trial

McGann is set to appear in court next on April 1.

www.5newsonline.com

From the article:
“Two of the motions filed Wednesday were related to aggravating circumstances, which are the 10 factors used to define the severity of the crime and justify certain charges and sentences.
One motion asked the court to enter an order banning the state from submitting the aggravating circumstance that the alleged crime was committed in "an especially cruel and depraved manner," while the other asked that they be quashed altogether due being "overbroad and vague" and therefore unconstitutional.”

 

[Onlyguessing23]

From this article:

According to Thursday's motion, the only area currently available at the Detention Center for private attorney/client consultation does not provide a sufficient sound barrier.

"Specifically, anyone located in the reception area of the detention facility can hear what is said by speakers on the visitor side of the glass," the motion states. "Additionally, the current arrangement does not allow the Defendant to review discovery or other case materials with the defense team."

Lawyers for Devil’s Den capital murder suspect: Washington County jail expansion work interfering with private talks | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

FAYETTEVILLE -- Lawyers for a man accused of killing a couple last summer at Devil's Den State Park say construction at the Washington County Detention Center has made it impossible to allow for private communication with their client.

www.nwaonline.com