Three citizens were killed and ten others, including two police officers, were injured when a shooter opened fire at an Arkansas supermarket on Friday, according to the state police.
In a shootout with authorities, the suspect was also hurt, Arkansas State authorities Director Mike Hagar informed reporters.
The Mad Butcher grocery store, located in Fordyce, a 3,200-person town located roughly 70 miles (112 km) south of Little Rock, is where the incident took place.
“Unfortunately, we can confirm that 11 innocent civilians were shot, and three of those are deceased. Two law enforcement officers were injured in the exchange of gunfire. The suspect was also shot and taken into custody,” Hagar said. He did not explain the circumstances of the shooting or take questions.
The wounded police officers and the suspect were expected to survive, he said.
Civilian injuries ranged from non-life-threatening to extremely critical, he said.
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders said on social media platform X that she was briefed on the incident.
“I am thankful to law enforcement and first responders for their quick and heroic action to save lives. My prayers are with the victims and all those impacted by this horrific incident,” she said.
