Man Fatally Shot in Little Rock
Authorities discovered an adult male dead behind a residence on West 24th Street late Saturday night.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Violence
Police found an adult male fatally shot behind a home located at 4205 West 24th Street in Little Rock. Officers arrived at the scene following a ShotSpotter alert.
Why it matters
The investigation remains in the early stages as local law enforcement works to determine the circumstances surrounding the death. Officials have not yet identified a suspect in the shooting.
Police arrived at the scene at 11:41 p.m. following a ShotSpotter activation. No suspect information has been released by investigators.
The players
Little Rock Police Department
The local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the shooting on West 24th Street.
The details
Officers responded to the residence on West 24th Street after the area's automated gunshot detection system flagged activity. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim deceased behind the property.
Timeline
October 10, 2026
11:41 p.m.
Legal Context
This incident follows a pattern set by the use of ShotSpotter acoustic gunshot detection systems, which are increasingly employed by urban police departments to expedite response times to reported gunfire. Local authorities utilize these systems to supplement traditional emergency calls and patrol reports in specific high-alert areas.
Residents in the area surrounding West 24th Street should remain alert as investigators continue their work at the scene. Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact local law enforcement.
The takeaway
The investigation into this homicide is currently ongoing with no public suspect description available. Residents are reminded to report any suspicious activity to the police to aid in the active inquiry.
Further reading
Learn more about local safety initiatives in the Little Rock Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ArkansasOnline.
