Shooting on Romine Street: Little Rock Police Block Off Area as Investigation Unfolds
LITTLE ROCK, AR — A developing situation has unfolded in Little Rock following a reported shooting on Romine Street. As of this afternoon, the Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) has completely blocked off the area as officers investigate the scene and work to secure the neighborhood.
According to early reports, the incident occurred sometime Thursday afternoon in a residential section of Romine, a street that has seen a concerning uptick in violent incidents in recent months. At this time, the number of victims and the extent of injuries have not yet been confirmed, but residents in the area describe hearing multiple gunshots followed by a swift police response.
Officers from multiple units responded quickly, setting up a perimeter and closing off access to the area. Police cruisers and crime scene tape now line the block, and residents are being asked to stay indoors as the investigation continues. Detectives are actively gathering evidence, canvassing for witnesses, and working to determine a motive and identify any suspects involved.
“It was chaos,” said one local resident who asked not to be identified. “I was just getting home when I heard the shots. Next thing I know, police were everywhere, telling people to get back.”
Eyewitness accounts suggest the shooting may have stemmed from a confrontation between individuals, though police have not confirmed whether this was a targeted attack or a random act of violence. No arrests have been made at this time.
The Little Rock Police Department has urged the public to avoid the area and allow officers to do their work safely and without obstruction. Emergency services remain on standby near the scene, and crime scene investigators have begun their detailed sweep of the area.
As the investigation unfolds, community leaders are once again calling for calm and cooperation. The Romine area has seen various community efforts aimed at reducing violence, and today’s incident is a sobering reminder of the work that remains.
Local schools and businesses in the surrounding area have not reported any threats, though heightened awareness and safety protocols are in effect. Police have not issued a formal statement yet, but a press briefing is expected later this evening with more details.
Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact the Little Rock Police Department directly or submit tips anonymously through Crimestoppers.
Stay with local news outlets and authorities for real-time updates. This is a developing story.
