Three children shot near public pool in small Arkansas town, suspect taken into custody

Gunfire erupted near a public pool in Stuttgart, Arkansas, over the weekend, leaving three children wounded, according to local authorities.

The shooting happened Saturday shortly before 5 p.m. at the John Cain Aquatic Center, the Stuttgart Police Department said in a statement. Officers were sent to the scene after reports of shots fired at the recreational facility.

Police said three children were struck by gunfire and taken to a local hospital for treatment. One of the victims suffered a gunshot wound to the chest. Authorities did not provide additional details about the conditions of the other two children.

Investigators said a suspect was taken into custody within minutes of the shooting with assistance from the Arkansas County Sheriff’s Office.

Because everyone involved is a juvenile, police said no names will be released at this time.

The incident unfolded at the John Cain Aquatic Center, a popular public pool in Stuttgart.

In a statement on Facebook, the John Cain Aquatic Center said the aquatic center will be closed “until further notice.”

It is unclear what led to the shooting.

The John Cain Aquatic Center confirmed it will be closed following the shooting. (John Cain Aquatic Center via Facebook)

Police said the investigation remains active, and officers are continuing to gather information regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Stuttgart police said the shooting left the department “deeply saddened.” 

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and every person affected by this tragic incident,” the police statement said. “We remain committed to thoroughly investigating this case and ensuring accountability for those responsible.”

John Cain Aquatic Center

The John Cain Aquatic Center is a public facility in Stuttgart, Arkansas. (John Cain Aquatic Center via Facebook)

The Stuttgart Police Department, Arkansas County Sheriff’s Office, Arkansas State Police and Stuttgart Parks Department did not immediately respond to News Agency’s requests for comment.

Stuttgart is a small town in eastern Arkansas, about an hour southeast of Little Rock.

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