In the early evening of April 27, 2026, tragedy struck in a North Little Rock, Arkansas, community. Charles Dolphus, a 32-year-old man, was fatally shot in an act of violence that cut his life short. The incident unfolded around 6:30 p.m. in the 1500 block of West 20th Street, in the vicinity of Frank M. Witkowski Park.
First responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of a shooting.
Upon their arrival, they discovered Dolphus on the ground, having sustained at least one gunshot wound. Despite any efforts to render aid, his injuries proved to be fatal, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The North Little Rock Police Department was notified and promptly began an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
Detectives with the North Little Rock Police Department are treating the case as a homicide and are actively pursuing leads to identify the person or persons responsible for Dolphus's death. As of now, authorities have not released any information regarding a potential suspect or any arrests that have been made in connection with the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing as they appeal to the public for any information that might lead to a break in the case. Law enforcement has encouraged anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward and contact the North Little Rock Police Department Tip Line or the lead detective on the case.
