An Arkansas trooper stopped a parent rushing a child to the hospital via PIT maneuver on Feb. 20, 2026; no charges will be filed, and the incident is under review.

On February 20, 2026, an Arkansas State Police trooper performed a PIT maneuver on Interstate 630 in Little Rock, stopping a vehicle driven by a parent rushing a child to the hospital for a medical emergency. The trooper was unaware of the urgent situation, but no injuries were reported. The driver will not face charges, as authorities acknowledged the circumstances. The incident is under review by the agency’s Office of Professional Standards, and officials are emphasizing the need for improved communication during emergency transports.