Shooting on State Street Leaves One Injured, One Arrested in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, AR — August 2, 2025 — A quiet Saturday evening on the 300 block of State Street erupted into violence as gunfire rang out shortly after 9:35 p.m., leaving one individual hospitalized and another in police custody. The Jonesboro Police Department responded swiftly to the scene following multiple 911 calls reporting shots fired in the area.
According to authorities, responding officers arrived within minutes and quickly secured the scene. Emergency medical personnel treated the victim at the scene before transporting them to a nearby hospital. The extent of the injuries has not yet been disclosed, but officials confirmed the individual was alive upon arrival at the medical facility.
Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene in the residential area, with multiple patrol units and crime scene investigators cordoning off the street as a precaution. “It all happened so fast,” said a resident who asked not to be named. “We heard loud pops — maybe five or six — and then people yelling. Within minutes, the cops were here.”
Authorities launched an immediate investigation, canvassing the area for witnesses and reviewing surveillance footage from nearby homes and businesses. By midnight, officers had arrested a suspect linked to the shooting. Jail records confirm the individual was booked shortly after 12:00 a.m. on charges of first-degree battery, a serious felony under Arkansas law that could carry significant prison time if convicted.
While police have not yet released the name of the suspect or the victim, sources close to the investigation indicate that the incident may have stemmed from a personal dispute that escalated violently. Officers continue to interview witnesses and gather forensic evidence.
The Jonesboro Police Department has assured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the community. In a brief statement early Sunday morning, a spokesperson said, “This appears to be an isolated incident, and we believe the parties involved knew each other. We will release more details once the investigation allows.”
Residents are urged to come forward with any information that may assist detectives in their case. Anyone who may have seen suspicious activity or recorded video between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Saturday night is encouraged to contact the Jonesboro Police Department at (870) 935-5657 or submit anonymous tips through Crimestoppers.
As the investigation continues, the community remains shaken by another act of senseless violence on city streets. The identity of the victim and their current condition will be shared as soon as it is made public.
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