Teen Arrested in North Little Rock Shooting
On the night of Tuesday, June 25, 2026, deputies from the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office responded to an emergency call at approximately 8:40 p.m. regarding a shooting at the 5900 block of McCain Park Place in North Little Rock, Arkansas. When officers arrived, they discovered 17‑year‑old Kanyon Dupree Jones suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite immediate life‑saving efforts, Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division swiftly launched a homicide investigation. Within hours, a 13‑year‑old suspect was identified and arrested on connection to the shooting. The teen, who is not yet old enough to legally drive, now faces capital murder charges. Law enforcement officials are continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses to fully reconstruct the events that led to this tragic loss.
The community’s reaction has been one of profound grief and disbelief. Pastor Eric Crowder‑Jones of Another Chance Church, who has long worked to prevent youth gun violence, called the incident “a senseless act” and highlighted the troubling reality that children as young as thirteen are accessing firearms. “It’s a major concern for a 13‑year‑old to have any type of weapon, period, let alone a gun,” he said, reflecting on the broader implications for public safety.
Local residents and neighbors described Jones as a “great kid” with aspirations and a promising future ahead. His untimely death has left his family and friends devastated, underscoring the human cost of gun violence in the community.
Officials are urging parents, educators, and community leaders to reinforce safe gun storage practices and to foster open conversations about the dangers of firearms among youth. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office has reiterated its commitment to thorough investigation and accountability, and they are asking anyone with additional information to contact the department.
This incident adds to ongoing concerns about gun access among minors in Arkansas and across the nation. As authorities continue their investigation, the focus remains on honoring the memory of Kanyon Dupree Jones and preventing similar tragedies in the future.
