December 27, 2024
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division is investigating a high-speed pursuit and shooting that occurred on December 27, 2024, at approximately 4:30 a.m. in Little Rock.
The incident began when Troopers located a Dodge Ram 1500 that had previously fled from Little Rock Police officers. The suspect vehicle fled east on Baseline Road at speeds exceeding 100 mph. The pursuit ended when the vehicle crashed at the intersection of Baseline Road and Arch Street Pike.
As Troopers approached the vehicle and ordered the occupants to exit, a single gunshot was heard from inside the truck cab. Troopers found the driver, a 28-year-old man from Heber Springs, with what is believed to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The passenger, a 44-year-old woman from Little Rock, sustained injuries from the crash.
Both occupants were transported to UAMS for medical treatment. The driver is reported to be in critical condition, while the passenger remains hospitalized.
During a search of the vehicle, investigators discovered a 9mm handgun, an AR-15 rifle, and illegal narcotics.