COMMUNITY Notice Shooting in the 2800 block of Independence Street

Fort Smith, Arkansas sent this bulletin at 01/01/2026 06:00 PM CST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 1st, 2026

CONTACT

Malorie Restine
info@fortsmithpd.org
479-709-5000

Community Notice: Shooting in the 2800 block of Independence Street

Fort Smith, AR -The Fort Smith Police Department is investigating a double shooting that occurred in the 2800 block of Independence Street. The shooting resulted in the death of a man and a woman. There is no risk to the public. Please avoid the area as the police continue their investigation.

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