North Little Rock Man, Arron Gilliam, 29, Shot Dead Inside Jefferson Manor Apartment, as Capital Murder Warrant Issued for Suspect

A 29-year-old man is dead, and authorities are searching for a suspect after a shooting Monday morning at the Jefferson Manor Apartment Complex in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

North Little Rock Police Department officers responded to the complex on John Ashley Drive at approximately 10:28 a.m. on June 8 after receiving reports of a shooting.

When officers arrived, they found Arron Gilliam inside his apartment suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Despite their response, Gilliam was pronounced dead at the scene.

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The loss has shaken those who knew him. Friends took to social media to express their shock and grief, with one writing that they had spoken with him just shortly before his death.

Others flooded comment sections with prayers for his family and remembered him as someone who would be deeply missed. The outpouring of emotion made clear that Gilliam had touched many lives in his community.

Detectives Identify Suspect, Issue Warrant for Capital Murder

Detectives wasted little time working the case. Following their investigation, NLRPD identified 39-year-old Cecil Brooks Jr. as the suspect responsible for the shooting.

Authorities have since issued an arrest warrant charging Brooks with Capital Murder, one of the most serious criminal charges under Arkansas law.

As of the time of this report, Brooks has not been apprehended, and police are actively searching for him. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that could lead to his arrest.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Cecil Brooks Jr. is asked to contact the NLRPD Tip Line at 501-680-8439 or reach out directly to Detective David Thomas at 501-771-7168.

Callers have the option to remain anonymous, and police are emphasizing that all tips, no matter how small, could make a difference in bringing this case to a close.

Community Mourns as Investigation Continues

The Jefferson Manor Apartment Complex sits in a residential area of North Little Rock, a city of roughly 65,000 people just across the Arkansas River from Little Rock.

Violent incidents in the area have drawn increased attention from both residents and local media in recent months, and this latest tragedy adds to growing concerns about public safety in Pulaski County neighborhoods.

Arkansas Radio was among the first outlets to break the news, followed by local ABC affiliate KATV, which reported the issuance of the arrest warrant on Tuesday, June 9. The story has continued to develop as police gather more details and work to locate Brooks.

Gilliam’s death leaves behind family members and friends who are now left to process a sudden and violent loss. Community members have asked that prayers be extended not only to the Gilliam family but to everyone affected by the tragedy, including neighbors and witnesses who may have been present during or shortly after the shooting.

Authorities have not yet released additional details about a possible motive or the relationship, if any, between Gilliam and Brooks.

This remains a developing story. Anyone with information is strongly encouraged to contact the North Little Rock Police as soon as possible. Tips can be submitted anonymously through the department’s tip line.