North Little Rock, ARK – North Little Rock police have arrested Robert Sanders III in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred on Christmas Eve. According to investigators, officers responded to a call about a shooting at approximately 6:20 a.m. on Tuesday, December 24, in the 1300 block of Maple Street. Upon arrival, they found 27-year-old Lakyron Herrod suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite efforts to save him, Herrod was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the investigation, Sanders, a suspect in the case, was taken into custody. He has been charged with first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by certain persons. Sanders is currently being held without bond at the Pulaski County Regional Detention Center.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and are asking anyone with information to come forward. The North Little Rock Police Department is encouraging individuals to contact their Tip Line at (501) 680-8439 or Detective Cody Stroud directly at (501) 975-8771. Those who wish to remain anonymous can do so while providing information.
The tragic shooting has left the North Little Rock community in shock as authorities work to piece together the details of the incident.