Jonesboro, Ark. – A tragic shooting occurred Wednesday afternoon in the 3400 block of Preakness Drive, resulting in one fatality and another person being taken to a hospital with injuries that are not life‑threatening, according to Jonesboro Police Department spokesperson Sally Smith.
Incident details
The emergency call was logged at 3:46 p.m. on November 4. Officers arrived promptly at the scene and found two victims. One victim was pronounced dead at the location, while the second victim was transported to a local medical facility for treatment. Smith confirmed that the wounded individual’s condition is stable and not considered life‑threatening.
Police response
The Jonesboro Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division has taken over the investigation. Detectives are gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing surveillance footage from nearby homes and businesses. As part of the ongoing inquiry, a person of interest has been detained by police and is being questioned about the incident.
Community impact
Residents of the Preakness Drive neighborhood expressed shock and concern over the violence. “We’re a close‑knit community and this kind of event is unsettling,” said one neighbor who asked to remain anonymous. Local leaders have urged anyone with additional information to contact the police department’s tip line.
Safety resources
The Jonesboro Police Department reminds citizens that they can report tips anonymously through the city’s Crime Stoppers program. The department also encourages residents to stay aware of their surroundings and to report any suspicious activity promptly.
Next steps
Investigators have not released further details about a possible motive or the identities of the victims. The police department will provide updates as the investigation progresses. Community members are asked to respect the privacy of the families involved while the case remains under active investigation.
This story is developing, and additional information will be added as it becomes available.
Original reporting: NEA Report (Jonesboro) — read the source article.
