Riot Erupts at Riverview Behavioral Health in Texarkana

A significant disturbance broke out Sunday morning at Riverview Behavioral Health, a psychiatric hospital in Texarkana specializing in mental health care for adolescents and adults. The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department received a 911 call around 9:30 AM reporting that several unruly patients had begun a riot and taken control of a section of the facility.

According to police, the situation escalated as patients gained possession of a metal object and began breaking interior windows in an apparent attempt to escape. Initial reports indicate that between 23 to 25 juveniles were involved in the riot.

Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, and the situation was being managed by law enforcement and facility staff. Further updates are expected as authorities continue to address the incident.