North Little Rock Officer Tommy Norman Arrested on Domestic Battery Charge

Lead Officer Tommy Norman of the North Little Rock Police Department was arrested Saturday night on a third-degree domestic battery charge and is being held without bond pending investigation.

Nut Graf Norman-a 27-year veteran celebrated for viral community outreach-faces criminal and internal departmental reviews after an alleged altercation with his wife, highlighting tensions between officers’ personal conduct and public trust.

Arrest Details

• Responding officers were called to Norman’s home late Saturday upon reports of a domestic dispute.
• Norman’s wife sustained a minor chest injury, which she attributed to him blocking her hand with his own during an argument.
• He was booked on one count of third-degree domestic battery and is detained at Pulaski County Detention Facility without bail.

Department Response

• North Little Rock Police placed Norman on administrative leave under standard policy pending outcomes of the judicial process and an internal affairs probe.
• The department emphasized commitment to impartial review, stating that all officers are subject to the same disciplinary procedures.

Community Impact

• Norman’s social media presence-amassing over 1 million followers for grassroots policing videos-sparked national acclaim and awards, including a 2021 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
• His arrest has prompted community members and online followers to express shock and await transparency from the police department.

Next Steps

• Norman’s preliminary court appearance is set for November 6, where a judge will address bond and preliminary evidence.
• The internal investigation timeline remains unspecified, but outcomes could affect Norman’s career and departmental policies on officer conduct.