Officer Tommy Norman, a 27-year veteran of the North Little Rock Police Department in Arkansas, was arrested on September 13, 2025, on a charge of third-degree domestic battery following a dispute with his wife. According to police reports, Norman's wife alleged that he struck her on the right side of her chest with the back of his hand, causing a minor injury that officers at the scene verified. Norman claimed he was defending himself from being slapped by his wife during the incident. He is currently held without bond at the Pulaski County Jail and has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of judicial and internal investigations. Norman is well-known nationally for his community policing and has a significant social media presence, including over 1 million Instagram followers. He was also honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021 for his service and volunteerism.
