US Crime NewsWoman Shot in the Face With Crossbow Defending TeenagersSavePrintJoseph Avellino, 34, of Cross County, Arkansas, was arrested on Feb. 11, 2019, for allegedly shooting his neighbor with a crossbow during a dispute. Cross County Sheriff's OfficeZachary StieberSenior Reporter2/14/2019|Updated: 2/14/2019An Arkansas woman was shot in the face with a crossbow after stepping in front of her 14-year-old son and 15-year-old nephews.Janet Partain said that she went to the home of her neighbor, 34-year-old Joseph Avellino, to confront him about stolen property.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentZachary StieberSenior ReporterZachary Stieber is a senior reporter for The Epoch Times based in Maryland. He covers U.S. and world news. Contact Zachary at [email protected]Author’s Selected ArticlesCharlie Kirk’s Alleged Murderer Confessed Shortly After Shooting, Messages ShowSep 16, 2025First Man Arrested in Charlie Kirk Shooting Said He Shot Kirk: SheriffSep 16, 2025New Jersey Doctor Resigns After Allegedly Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s MurderSep 16, 2025CDC Advisers to Vote on 3 Vaccines: What to KnowSep 16, 2025Related TopicsArkansascrossbow
