Crime
Reports of shooting at Outlets mall in Little Rock
LITTLE ROCK, AR — Authorities are responding to a reported shooting at the Outlets of Little Rock on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a lockdown of the shopping center.
According to initial reports, the incident occurred near Kay Jewelers inside the mall. A video circulating online appears to show an individual brandishing a firearm within the premises.
Law enforcement sources confirmed that at least one person sustained non-life-threatening injuries during the incident.
Beckie Whipple Smith, a local resident, stated that her granddaughter, who manages the Five Below store at the outlet, was not working at the time of the incident but returned to the scene to assist law enforcement. According to Smith, her granddaughter remained at the store to secure it and provide police with surveillance footage.
At this time, the suspected shooter remains at large. Police have placed all stores within the mall on lockdown as they continue to secure the scene and investigate.
No additional injuries have been confirmed, and officials are urging the public to avoid the area.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning during a domestic altercation at an apartment on Mel Smith Road, located in an unincorporated area outside New Albany.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) received the initial emergency call at approximately 5:39 a.m. on November 15, 2025, reporting a disturbance involving family members.
While officers were en route, additional information indicated that shots had been fired inside the residence.
Upon arrival, deputies encountered a domestic situation involving a mother and her two adult sons.
Officers immediately secured the scene and began administering medical aid to one of the men who had sustained gunshot wounds.
The second male remained at the location and cooperated fully with responding officers.
The injured individual was transported to a nearby hospital; however, he later died as a result of his injuries.
Detectives with the Floyd County Criminal Investigations Division (CID) have taken over the case and processed the scene for evidence.
Early findings suggest the shooting may have occurred in self-defense, though officials emphasize that the investigation is still in its preliminary stages.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the incident was isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Authorities state that additional updates will be released as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.
The case remains active.