MonticelloLive

As of Wednesday afternoon, Eddie Baines, age 54, of Monticello remains in critical condition at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, in Pine Bluff.  Baines is still on life-support, and has shown no signs of improvement.

Another Monticello man, Robert Carr, age 48, was arrested and charged with First Degree Battery, was being held on a $50,000 bond, but has been released.

According to Monticello Police Dept. investigator, John Dement, the injuries to Baines occurred around 7:30, Tuesday night, June 10,  during a fight on Shelton Street, near Vinegar Hill.

Carr hit Baines in the face, causing him to fall to the pavement.  It is unclear whether the impact from the fist or the fall caused Baines’ injuries.