BNPD responded to Tyndall Park just before 7:30 p.m. Tuesday for reports of shots fired stemming from a disturbance at the East entrance of the park among several individuals. Officers have made contact with those suspected to be involved in the incident, and it is believed to be an isolated incident with no threat to the public at this time.
Two adult victims suffered injuries and were transported for treatment. The BNPD Criminal Investigations Division has assumed the investigation, which remains ongoing. More information may be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information about this incident can contact the Benton Police Department at 501-776-5947 or 501-778-1171. Anonymous tips may also be sent via text to 847411 with the keyword BENTONPD in the body of the message.
