Gunman arrested after Arkansas supermarket shooting results in three deaths and ten injuries | US News
A tragic incident occurred at a supermarket in Arkansas, United States, resulting in three people dead and 10 others injured. Parked cars and shop windows were left with bullet holes after a gunman opened fire, causing bystanders to seek cover. Two police officers were among the injured individuals and they were able to return fire before the gunman was apprehended. The shooting took place at the Mad Butcher supermarket in Fordyce, a city south of Little Rock with a population of just over 3,000 people. Arkansas State Police director, Colonel Mike Hagar, expressed his sorrow, stating, “It’s tragic, our hearts are broken.” The assailant, identified as 44-year-old Travis Eugene Posey, was taken into custody and charged with three counts of murder. More charges are pending.
Police on the scene of the attack in the aftermath of the shooting. Pic: AP
The injuries sustained by Posey and the officers were not life-threatening, but other victims ranged from “not life-threatening to extremely critical,” according to Col. Hagar. It remains unclear what motivated the shooting and whether it occurred primarily inside or outside the store. Witnesses like Roderick Rogers, a city council member, observed the chaos as people sought safety in any available means.
Law enforcement officers work the scene of the shooting. Pic: AP
Amiya Doherty recounted her experience, stating she heard what sounded like fireworks before realizing it was gunfire. She described the terrifying moment of taking cover with her sister as chaos unfolded. Images from the scene depicted bullet holes in the store’s windows and shell casings scattered in the parking lot.
The shooting took place at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas. Pic: AP
Arkansas governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders acknowledged the shooting, expressing gratitude for the swift response of law enforcement and first responders. She offered prayers for the victims and those affected by the tragedy.
Stay updated with the latest news from the UK and worldwide by following Sky News
Read more from Sky News:
Hollywood legend Donald Sutherland has died
Shocking moment drunk driver ploughs into cyclists
Republican ‘sorry’ for repeatedly pouring water in colleague’s bag
The White House said President Joe Biden has been briefed on the shooting and his team will continue to keep him updated.
David Rodriguez, 58, had stopped at his local petrol station in the town when he heard what he thought were fireworks. However, he soon witnessed the chaos unfolding, with people fleeing and gunfire echoing around him.
