Ozark man charged after shots fired at apartment complex

Two vehicles struck, no injuries reported in the incident

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:06am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent bullet casing on the ground, reflecting the faint glow of emergency lights, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a reckless shooting incident in a residential area.The aftermath of a reckless shooting incident in a residential area exposes the dangers of unregulated firearm use.Ozark Today

A 22-year-old Ozark man has been charged with two counts of reckless endangerment after police say he fired shots around an apartment complex, striking two unoccupied vehicles. The incident occurred after the suspect, Derrick Shaquill Bean, got into an argument with another individual, though it's unclear if that person also fired shots.

Why it matters

Gun violence in residential areas raises serious public safety concerns, even when no one is directly injured. This incident highlights the need for conflict resolution and de-escalation training, as well as stronger regulations around firearm ownership and storage to prevent these types of reckless acts.

The details

According to Ozark police, Bean allegedly fired multiple shots around an apartment complex, with the gunfire striking two parked, unoccupied vehicles. While other people were in the area at the time, no injuries were reported. Investigators are still working to determine if the person Bean was arguing with also discharged a firearm.

  • The incident occurred on April 6, 2026.

The players

Derrick Shaquill Bean

A 22-year-old Ozark resident who has been charged with two counts of reckless endangerment for the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Ozark police are asking for the public's assistance in their ongoing investigation of the shooting incident.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for improved conflict resolution and firearm safety measures in residential areas to prevent reckless acts of gun violence that endanger the community, even when no one is directly harmed.