Little Rock Police Arrest Two in Fatal Gas Station Shooting
Two men face capital murder charges following an argument over a phone that turned deadly at a local Circle K.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Violence
Little Rock police have arrested K. Wilburn and Braxton Flowers for a deadly shooting that occurred at a Circle K gas station on Colonel Glenn Road. Both suspects have pleaded not guilty to capital murder charges following the incident, which resulted in two deaths.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the violent escalation of everyday disputes, as investigators determined the fatal gunfire originated from an argument over a cellular phone. The case is now moving through the court system as the community grapples with the aftermath of the shooting.
K. Wilburn faces two counts of capital murder and one count of violating the Uniform Machine Gun Act, while Braxton Flowers faces one count of capital murder and one count of first-degree murder. Both suspects have entered pleas of not guilty.
The players
K. Wilburn
The 19-year-old suspect is facing multiple capital murder charges and a weapons violation in connection with the shooting.
Braxton Flowers
The suspect stands accused of capital murder and first-degree murder related to the incident at the Circle K.
Little Rock Police Department
The local agency is responsible for the investigation, suspect apprehension, and processing of evidence from the crime scene.
The details
Authorities identified the suspects after reviewing surveillance footage from the gas station located at 6201 Colonel Glenn Road. Detectives later recovered two firearms from a gray BMW associated with the pair during the investigation.
Timeline
October 14, 2026: The fatal shooting occurred at 5:18 p.m. at the Circle K station.
October 15, 2026: K. Wilburn made an appearance in Little Rock District Court.
October 18, 2026: Braxton Flowers was taken into custody by the Little Rock Police Department.
Legal Context
The filing of charges under the Uniform Machine Gun Act marks a strict application of regional statutes governing weapon possession during violent crimes. This legal approach underscores how local jurisdictions are increasingly utilizing specific arms-related laws to prosecute suspects involved in fatal incidents.
Residents in the area surrounding Colonel Glenn Road may see an increased police presence as the investigation continues at the crime scene. Local business owners are encouraged to review their own security measures following the incident at the gas station.
The takeaway
This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable risks associated with confrontational disputes in public spaces. Authorities urge citizens to de-escalate potential conflicts rather than resorting to physical or armed confrontation.
Further reading
For more information on public safety incidents in the area, visit the Little Rock Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KATV.
