Arkansas safety alerts: LR/NLR incidents/curfew/house fire + scams/bears/traffic/DWI/ARDOT + disaster aid
Key Questions
What happened in the North Little Rock shooting on Pike and Pershing?
A shooting occurred on April 16 at Pike and Pershing in NLR, leaving a female victim in critical condition. A person of interest was released as the investigation continues.
What are the details of Little Rock's new juvenile curfew?
Little Rock City Board unanimously approved a curfew for minors under 18 from 10pm-5am on Fridays and Saturdays, starting April 17 through September 6. It follows incidents like the April 12 River Market chaos where a 21-year-old was wounded.
What scams are targeting Arkansans right now?
Scammers are posing as Arkansas State Police investigators, including Officer Jackson, or Internet Crimes Against Children units, tricking victims like a Little Rock man who lost $25K via US Bank schemes. ASP advises hanging up and verifying calls.
What disaster aid is available after the January storm?
Governor Sanders declared a disaster for multiple counties including Saline following the January 2026 winter storm. Residents can apply for aid to address damages.
Details on the Pinewood house fire in Little Rock?
Three people were hospitalized after a house fire on Pinewood Loop in Little Rock. Fire crews responded Tuesday morning to the incident.
What changes at The Van nonprofit?
Aaron Reddin resigned as executive director of The Van, a Little Rock nonprofit, and named a successor. The organization focuses on community services.
How is bear activity being addressed in Arkansas?
AGFC warns of increasing spring bear activity statewide. Residents should take precautions like securing food sources to avoid conflicts.
What is ARDOT doing for work zone safety?
ARDOT is kicking off National Work Zone Awareness Week with a memorial event on April 17. This follows traffic incidents like the I-430 crash and aims to reduce risks.
NLR shooting Apr16 Pike/Pershing (female critical, POI released); LR curfew unanimous vote (10pm-5am Fri-Sat under-18s Apr17-Sep6 post-River Market Apr12: 911 chaos/21yo wounded); I-430 crash; Pinewood fire; ASP/LR scams (Officer Jackson/US Bank $25K); Gov Sanders Jan'26 storm disaster (Saline+ aid apps); The Van change; bears; missing Kelly Carr; ARDOT; 4/20 DWI; police funding.