Crime
Victims killed in Conway Mass Shooting Identified as Tatayana Penister and Demetrius Feemster
According to authorities, multiple suspects opened fire, discharging more than 100 rounds from at least six different firearms.
CONWAY, Ark. – On Tuesday, Conway Police Department officials shared new details regarding the tragic shooting that occurred Sunday evening at 5th Avenue Park, leaving two individuals dead and nine others injured.
During a press conference, Conway Police Chief Chris Harris identified the two deceased victims as 24-year-old Tatayana Penister of England, Arkansas, and 23-year-old Demetrius Feemster of Little Rock.
Chief Harris explained that the shooting took place during a large gathering at the park, which was part of a party organized by out-of-town promoters.
According to authorities, multiple suspects opened fire, discharging more than 100 rounds from at least six different firearms.
Nine people were injured in the incident. One remains in serious condition, while the remaining eight sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
While some attendees believed the event was affiliated with a local college, officials from the University of Central Arkansas confirmed that the school had no involvement in organizing or sponsoring the gathering.
Chief Harris also noted that no event permit was issued by the City of Conway for the gathering.
As of Tuesday, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, with Conway Police working closely alongside the University of Central Arkansas and the Arkansas State Police.
Authorities continue to urge anyone with information about the incident to contact the Conway Police Department or submit tips anonymously.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.