PINE BLUFF, Arkansas — Two police officers were shot, 1 fatally at a hotel in Pine Bluff Monday.
Police say three officers working the ‘violent crime unit’ were conducting an investigation at the EconoLodge, located at 210 North Blake Street, when the officers came under fire.
The second officer who was wounded remains in the hospital in stable condition. The third officer was not injured.
“I am saddened to learn of the Pine Bluff Police Officer shot and killed in the line of duty today,” Governor Asa Hutchinson said in a statement. “Our prayers are with the officer’s family, the Pine Bluff Police Department and the law enforcement community.”
Officials did not say whether a suspect was in custody. The Arkansas State Police and ATF are investigating the incident.
We are heartbroken by the death of #Police Officer Kevin Collins today, and we mourn alongside our @PBPoliceDept partners. Our most sincere prayers are offered up for Officer Collins' family and friends. Rest in peace, Officer Kevin Collins. #FallenHero pic.twitter.com/fsxhuDKoO7
— FBI Little Rock (@FBILittleRock) October 5, 2020
“At his heart, being a police officer is what Kevin wanted to do” -Pine Bluff PD Chief Kelvin Sergeant on Officer Collins
— Susan El Khoury (@SusanElKhoury) October 5, 2020
#UPDATE: Pine Bluff police confirm that one officer has died.
ATF along with state police and other agencies are still on scene investigating. A press conference is expected soon. #ARnews pic.twitter.com/ZXXQocYQ7J
— Alexis Wainwright (@AWainwrightTV) October 5, 2020
