Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – One person is dead and another is recovering following a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Jonesboro.
According to Sally Smith, public information official for the Jonesboro Police Department (JPD), the shooting in the 3400 block of Preakness Drive was first reported at 3:46 p.m.. Upon arrival, officers located two victims.
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One victim was pronounced deceased. The second victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of a non-life-threatening wound.
In a social media post, JPD said officers have detained one person of interest in connection with the shooting. The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) has arrived on the scene and is currently investigating the incident.
This is a developing story. JRN will provide updates as they are available.
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