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Hiker Faces Charges for Double Murder in Arkansas

1/16/2026

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Andrew James McGann, 28, is accused of fatally stabbing Clinton David Brink, 43, and Cristen Amanda Brink, 41, while they hiked in Arkansas on July 26.
Since his arrest, McGann has frequently changed his appearance.
On January 15, he appeared in court.
Prosecutors presented new evidence.
The Brinks' daughters, 7 and 9, were unharmed and are with relatives, and a court hearing is scheduled for April 1.

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Story summary

Andrew James McGann, 28, is accused of fatally stabbing Clinton David Brink, 43, and Cristen Amanda Brink, 41, while they hiked in Arkansas on July 26.
Since his arrest, McGann has frequently changed his appearance.
On January 15, he appeared in court.
Prosecutors presented new evidence.
The Brinks' daughters, 7 and 9, were unharmed and are with relatives, and a court hearing is scheduled for April 1.