Fort Smith, Ark. – A tense early morning standoff came to a peaceful end Friday after an armed individual barricaded inside a property near the intersection of South Albert Pike and Rogers Avenue was taken into custody by the Fort Smith Police Department.
According to a statement released by the department, officers responded to the scene around 4:30 a.m. after receiving reports of a subject believed to be armed and refusing to surrender. Upon arrival, law enforcement quickly established a perimeter and initiated a tactical response to secure the area and protect nearby residents and commuters.
The department issued a community notice urging the public to avoid the vicinity as the incident unfolded. Tactical teams worked for several hours to negotiate a safe resolution while ensuring minimal disruption to the surrounding neighborhood.
Shortly before 6 a.m., the Fort Smith Police confirmed that the situation had been resolved and that the subject was taken into custody without further incident. No injuries were reported among civilians or officers involved.
Authorities have not released the identity of the individual or detailed the circumstances that led to the standoff. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information may be made available as it develops.
Police thanked the public for their cooperation and emphasized the importance of avoiding active scenes to allow responders to operate safely and effectively.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Fort Smith Police Department.