Crime
24-year-old Derrick Johnson killed in Jonesboro shooting

The Jonesboro Police Department has identified the victim in a fatal shooting that occurred on the night of Friday, January 31.
Public Information Specialist Sally Smith confirmed that the victim has been identified as 24-year-old Derrick Johnson of Gilmore, Arkansas.
According to authorities, the incident was first reported at approximately 10:17 p.m. when a call was received regarding an unresponsive individual located in the 100 block of Daybreak Drive.
Responding officers arrived on the scene to find Johnson unresponsive in a parking lot.
Despite life-saving efforts, Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following an initial assessment, the Jonesboro Police Department officially classified the case as a homicide.
The department’s Criminal Investigation Division has taken over the investigation and is actively pursuing leads to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information that could assist in the investigation to come forward.
Individuals can contact the Jonesboro Police Department at 870-935-5657. All tips will be handled with discretion, and anonymous reports are welcome.
Crime
Monroe Police Investigate Shooting at Hibbett Sports

Monroe, LA – The Monroe Police Department (MPD) is actively investigating a shooting incident that took place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Hibbett Sports, located in the 2700 block of Louisville Avenue.
Authorities responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 3:00 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Both individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received immediate medical attention at the scene before being transported to a local hospital for further treatment.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the altercation originated as a dispute over shoes inside a nearby shopping mall.
The conflict escalated and spilled over into the Hibbett Sports store, where shots were fired.
Investigators have determined that this was not a random act of violence.
According to police, the individuals involved were known to each other, and the shooting stemmed from a physical altercation inside the store.
MPD detectives are actively reviewing surveillance footage, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to contact the Monroe Police Department or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
This remains a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.