Arkansas safety alerts: LR/NLR incidents/curfew/house fire + scams/bears/traffic/DWI/ARDOT
Key Questions
What details are available about the North Little Rock shooting on April 16?
A shooting occurred at Pike and Pershing in North Little Rock on April 16, leaving a female victim in critical condition. Police have released a person of interest, and an investigation is underway.
What is the new curfew policy in Little Rock for juveniles?
Little Rock implemented a curfew for those under 18 from 10pm to 5am on Fridays and Saturdays, starting April 17 through September 6, following a River Market shooting. Mayor Frank Scott Jr. proposed this citywide measure to address crime.
What happened in the Pinewood house fire in Little Rock?
Three people were hospitalized following a house fire on Pinewood Loop in Little Rock. Fire crews responded Tuesday morning to the incident.
What scams are Arkansas State Police warning about?
Scammers are posing as Internet Crimes Against Children investigators or other officials, targeting Arkansans via phone. A Little Rock man lost $25,000 in one such fraud scheme involving Officer Jackson and US Bank impersonation.
What bear activity warnings has the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission issued?
AGFC officials warn of increasing spring bear activity across Arkansas. Residents should take precautions to avoid encounters with bears.
Who resigned from The Van and who is the successor?
Aaron Reddin resigned as executive director of The Van, a Little Rock nonprofit. He has named a successor to continue the organization's work.
What is ARDOT doing for National Work Zone Awareness Week?
ARDOT is kicking off National Work Zone Awareness Week with a memorial event on April 17. The initiative highlights work zone safety.
What disaster declaration did Governor Sanders issue?
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a disaster for multiple counties following a January winter storm. This provides aid to affected areas like Saline County.
NLR shooting Apr16 Pike/Pershing (female critical); I-430 NB crash; LR curfew (10pm-5am Fri-Sat under-18s Apr17-Sep6 post-River Market); Pinewood fire; ASP/LR scams (Officer Jackson/US Bank); The Van leadership change; bears (AGFC); missing Kelly Carr; ARDOT Work Zone Apr17; 4/20 DWI; police funding; Jan storm aid Saline.