Larodrious Nadarel Carter, a 26-year-old male, lost his life to gun violence on June 15, 2025, in his hometown of El Dorado, Arkansas. Born on August 3, 1998, he was known to friends and family by several nicknames, including 'Wonk,' and was remembered for his bright eyes and unforgettable smile that brought laughter and light to those who knew him.
On that fateful evening, a large crowd of approximately 200 people had gathered in the parking lot of Goodcents Fresh Subs on Lraine Street.
El Dorado Police Department officers were present in the adjacent Atwoods parking lot to monitor the crowd. Suddenly, multiple gunshots rang out from the southeast corner of the Goodcents parking lot. In the ensuing chaos, it was discovered that Carter had been fatally shot.
Investigators from the El Dorado Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division quickly responded to the scene, where they processed evidence and interviewed numerous witnesses. Information about a potential suspect was developed at the scene and shared with other responding units. A short time later, investigators were informed that a person of interest was at the police department and wished to speak with them.
At the El Dorado Police Department, investigators made contact with 27-year-old Kawan Love. After providing a statement regarding the incident, Love was taken into custody. He was subsequently charged with first-degree murder and a firearm enhancement. A judge set his bond at $1 million.
