On Black Friday afternoon, police in Little Rock, Arkansas, responded to a shooting incident at the Park Plaza Mall. Authorities were alerted to an 'active aggressor' situation just before 2 p.m. According to Mark Edwards of the Little Rock Police Department, the shooting was deemed an 'isolated incident' with no reported fatalities. However, there were a few individuals who sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott, Jr expressed concern over the reckless actions of two individuals that endangered the lives of shoppers at the mall. He emphasized that gun violence is unacceptable under any circumstances and called for those responsible to be held fully accountable for their actions. The Mayor extended his thoughts and prayers to the victims of the incident, wishing them a speedy recovery.
Despite the chaos, swift action was taken by law enforcement officers, first responders, mall security, and employees to ensure the safety of everyone present at the mall. The authorities are yet to confirm if any arrests have been made in connection to the shooting.
Black Friday, known for its massive sales and discounts, is a popular shopping day following Thanksgiving. It is a time when shoppers flock to stores to kick off their holiday shopping and take advantage of the deals offered by retailers.
