Fordyce, Arkansas – A tragic shooting at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas left four people dead and nine others wounded. The incident, which took place on Friday, was carried out by a man identified as 44-year-old Travis Eugene Posey. Police have stated that Posey is expected to face four counts of capital murder with additional charges pending.
Law enforcement officers responded to the shooting around 11:30 a.m. and engaged in gunfire with the suspect. Cellphone video footage captured the chaotic scene as the shooter aimed a long gun and fired in multiple directions. Posey sustained non-life-threatening injuries during the altercation and was taken into custody.
The victims of the shooting were identified as 23-year-old Callie Weems, 50-year-old Roy Sturgis, 62-year-old Shirley Taylor, and 81-year-old Ellen Shrum. The devastating loss has left families and friends shattered, with loved ones mourning the senseless violence that occurred at the grocery store.
Following the shooting, witnesses recounted harrowing experiences of the chaos that unfolded during the attack. Panicked shoppers sought refuge, hiding in freezers as gunshots rang out and sirens wailed in the distance. The community grapples with shock and sorrow as they come to terms with the tragic events that transpired.
This shooting is not an isolated incident, as it adds to a concerning trend of mass shootings plaguing the nation. With over 238 mass shootings reported in the United States in 2024 alone, the impacts of gun violence continue to reverberate throughout communities. As families mourn the loss of loved ones and survivors grapple with the trauma of the event, calls for action to address gun violence grow louder.
The resilience and strength of the Fordyce community are evident as they come together to support one another in the wake of this tragedy. As the investigation continues and the legal process unfolds, the community remains united in their resolve to seek justice and prevent such senseless acts of violence in the future.