Shooting at the Outlets of Little Rock Leaves One Injured; Police Investigation Ongoing
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A typically quiet evening at the Outlets of Little Rock was shattered when gunfire erupted in the shopping center, prompting a swift police response and an active investigation into what led to the violence. Authorities have confirmed that one person sustained a non-life-threatening injury, and the scene has since been secured.
According to the Little Rock Police Department, officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 5:43 p.m. following a 911 call reporting a “shooting in progress.” Upon arrival, police found one individual suffering from injuries. That person was treated at the scene and transported to a local hospital. Officials have emphasized that the injury does not appear to be life-threatening.
As officers worked to secure the area, sections of the shopping center were taped off, including the corridor between Michael’s and Old Navy, where the shooting reportedly occurred. Shoppers and store employees were temporarily sheltered in place as police assessed the situation.
A witness on the scene shared with local news outlets that windows at the American Eagle store were shattered, possibly as a result of the gunfire or the ensuing chaos. A photo provided by Courtney Crawford, who was present during the incident, shows broken glass and visible damage at the store front—evidence of the disruption that sent shoppers scrambling for safety.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victim or any suspects, and no arrests have been reported as of this time. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and investigators are working diligently to gather surveillance footage, interview witnesses, and reconstruct the sequence of events that led to the violence.
Shoppers who were at the outlets during the time of the incident described the scene as chaotic and frightening.
“We heard a loud bang and people just started running,” said one witness. “We didn’t know if it was a robbery or an active shooter. We were just trying to get out.”
Despite the fear and confusion, Little Rock police have assured the public that the situation is under control and that there is no ongoing threat to public safety. The Outlets of Little Rock have resumed limited operations in unaffected areas, though several stores in the immediate vicinity of the incident remained closed into the evening for further investigation.
The LRPD is urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has video footage to come forward with information that could assist in identifying those involved.
📞 Tip Line: If you have any relevant information, please contact the Little Rock Police Department at (501) 371-4636 or submit anonymous tips through Crimestoppers.
As the community waits for further updates, this incident serves as a sobering reminder of the reality of public violence—even in places meant for leisure and family time. City leaders have expressed concern and are calling for calm and cooperation as the investigation continues.
This is a developing story. Authorities are expected to release more details as they become available. Please check back with local news sources and the Little Rock Police Department for the most current updates.