Forest Park Police Chief Brandon Criss stated that while his detectives are still investigating the motive, it appears that this was a "drug deal gone wrong."
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and no one has been arrested.
Dismissal will begin at 9:15 AM. Parents can collect their students from the main office.
Police ask public to please stay out of the area.
Police ask public to please stay out of the area.
At this time, it remains unclear whether the deceased individual has any affiliation with the school or if their identity has been established.
A Beretta 9mm handgun was recovered at the scene. The mother, Janie, was airlifted to Little Rock with critical injuries.
Police officers are currently at the scene conducting an investigation.
The alleged shooter, Hernandez, fled the scene but was apprehended approximately a mile away.
As a result, classes and activities will now resume.