FORDYCE, Ark. – According to Mike Hagar of the Arkansas State Police, in a press conference held Friday afternoon following the mass shooting at the Fordyce, Arkansas, Mad Butcher grocery store, the situation is secure and no active threat remains.
He said calls came in to authorities at 11:38 a.m. about an active shooter situation at the Mad Butcher in Fordyce. Law enforcement arrived swiftly and immediately engaged the lone gunman. Authorities were able to injure the suspect and take him into custody. Unfortunately, 11 civilians were shot, three of whom are deceased. Some others among those shot are in critical condition. Two law enforcement personnel were also shot, but their injuries are non-life-threatening.
The Arkansas State Police will be the lead investigative authority on the case, and another statement to the press is expected later this evening.
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