Memphis Homicide Tracker

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A 60-year-old man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder after police say he fatally shot his roommate during an argument over a grill Sunday afternoon.

Memphis Police responded to a shooting call at approximately 3:36 p.m. on Sept. 27 at a home in the 2100 block of Brookline Road.

When officers arrived, they located the victim, identified as Bruce Reid, lying in a bedroom suffering from a single gunshot wound to the chest. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to an affidavit of complaint, a witness at the home told investigators she received text messages from suspect Darren Cranford prior to the shooting while she was away at Rock House Live. One text allegedly read, “I am going to have to shoot him in self-defense.” The witness said when she arrived at the residence, Cranford and Reid were in a verbal altercation, and she believed Reid was sitting in his room when Cranford shot him.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: actionnews5.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On September 27, 2026, at 3:36 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 2100 block of Brookline Road. Officers arrived on scene and observed a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound who was pronounced deceased on the scene. Officers detained a male, the victim’s roommate. During the course of the investigation, officers discovered that the victim and the suspect, Darren Cranford, were involved in a verbal altercation prior to the shooting.

Darren Cranford, 60, was arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A mother says she wants justice after her only son was shot and killed two days after his birthday.

A vigil was held Tuesday night for Anquan Gillian in the 1100 block of Cannon Street, in front of a vacant house where the 30-year-old was found dead Monday morning.

Kimberly Jamerson said her mom called her and said her son had been shot several times on Cannon. She said several people helped her figure out where she could find him.

“I came over here and these young dudes chilling, telling my girls that he was in one of these houses around here,” Jamerson said.

Jamerson said once she found out where her son was, she called police.

Source: wreg.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On September 21, 2026, at approximately 9:56 a.m., officers responded to a man-down call in the 1100 block of Cannon Street. Officers located a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

During the course of the investigation, homicide investigators determined that Christopher Banks was responsible for the shooting. On October 3, 2026, officers located Banks and took him into custody.

Christopher Banks, 35, was arrested and charged with 1st-Degree Murder in Perpetration of a Robbery.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man armed with a knife was shot and killed Friday night.

Police said officers responded just before 8 p.m. to a shooting at 5959 Park Ave., which is the address for St. Francis Hospital in East Memphis.

They say a male armed with a knife had been shot — police did not say who shot him. It was unclear whether the shooting happened at the hospital.

The man was treated at the scene but died from his injuries, police say.

Another man was detained.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Four suspects wanted in separate cases have all been charged with murder on Thursday, Memphis Police said.

Police said they received information that two suspects wanted in connection with a Southwest Memphis homicide on Monday were in the Nashville area.

MPD coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to find and arrest Lecedri Brown, 19 and Christopher Bridges, 19, into custody.

Brown and Bridges were wanted in connection with the Sept. 14 homicide in the 300 block of Carbon Road.

Officers responded to a shooting and located a man suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition, where he later died from his injuries.

Both Brown and Bridges have been charged with First-Degree Murder and Employing a Firearm with the Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony. They are in custody awaiting extradition to Shelby County.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead after a shooting in North Memphis Sunday afternoon.

According to the Memphis Police Department, officers responded to a shooting on North Dunlap Street near Saffarans Avenue at around 12:15 p.m. Sunday, September 13.

Officers reportedly found a man who had been shot. The victim was taken to a local hospital in critical condition, but he later died of his injuries.

Memphis Police describe the suspect as a man wearing a straw hat, blue overalls, and no shirt. The suspect was reportedly last seen riding a bicycle.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — This breaking news article will be updated as details are received.

One man is dead following an overnight shooting in Frayser.

The Memphis Police Department, around 4:30 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 8, responded to a 9-1-1 call about a shooting at an apartment in the 3100 block of Madewell Drive.

Once on the scene, officers found a man who had been shot. He ultimately died at the scene.

It is unclear at the time of writing if anyone has been arrested or detained, but an MPD spokesperson said investigators believe the victim and suspect knew each other.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A woman is accused of stabbing a man to death in the neck, killing him at a Binghampton apartment complex during an argument early Tuesday morning.

Iesha Thomas, 31, is charged with second-degree murder.

On Tuesday, around 1:30 a.m., Memphis police say they responded to a wounding call in the 200 block of West Red Oak Drive.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man lying on the ground, bleeding from his neck and shoulder area.

As officers were rendering aid to the victim, he told them that he was stabbed by a man wearing a red shirt and black pants at a Shell gas station.

He was taken to a hospital in critical condition, where he later died from his injuries.

Source: wreg.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at approximately 1:24 a.m., officers responded to a wounding call in the 200 block of W Red Oak Drive. Officers made the scene and observed a male victim suffering from a stab wound. The victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition where he later succumbed to his injury. During the course of the investigation, Iesha Thomas, 31, was identified as the suspect responsible. After a brief search, Thomas was later located in the 3200 block of Southern Avenue and was taken into custody without incident.

Iesha Thomas was arrested and charged with Second-Degree Murder.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is now dead, and a woman was critically injured in a southeast Memphis shooting overnight.

Memphis police say they responded to the scene around 2:30 a.m. in the area of South Perkins Road and Lamar Avenue.

When they arrived, they found a male and female victim suffering from gunshot wounds, police reported. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

The woman was taken to a hospital in critical condition.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was arrested a day later after Memphis police say he fatally shot his girlfriend at a southeast Memphis home Sunday night.

Rontavious Jerome Dillard, 23, is charged with second-degree murder, employment of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, two counts of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm, and tampering with or fabricating evidence.

Officers say it all started around 7:54 p.m., when they responded to a shooting call in the 5800 block of Jardin Place.

Dillard called 911 and said his girlfriend had been shot, police reported.

When authorities and paramedics arrived at the scene, they said they entered the residence to administer aid to the victim, Nyla Howell, who was suffering from a gunshot wound.

She was then taken to St. Francis-Park Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: wreg.com

No incident information currently available

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A shooting in Hickory Hill has reportedly left one man dead and three other people injured, including one of the suspects.

Memphis Police officers responded to a shooting at a restaurant on Winchester Road near Kirby Road at around 2 a.m. Sunday, August 30.

According to Memphis Police, officers found two men who had been shot on the scene. One man was pronounced dead, while the other was taken to a hospital in non-critical condition.

Investigators reportedly learned that the shooting happened after a fight in the restaurant's parking lot. A man allegedly fired shots before fleeing the scene with a woman.

According to Memphis Police, the suspect and the woman drove to a hospital in Mississippi, where they were treated for non-critical injuries. Memphis Police report that both are currently detained.

Investigators are reportedly searching for another suspect involved in the shooting. According to Memphis Police, the suspect was wearing a blue shirt and fled the scene in a white sedan.

Source: localmemphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On August 30, 2026, officers responded to a shooting at Crazy Mexican, located at 6433 Winchester Road. Upon arrival, officers observed two males suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced deceased on the scene, and the second victim was transported to the hospital in non-critical condition. Two additional individuals were also struck by gunfire and arrived at the hospital by private vehicle.

During the investigation, 24-year-old Keegan Moore was identified as a suspect. Investigators issued arrest warrants for First-Degree Murder, Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun, and Employing a Firearm with Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony.

On September 6, 2026, 24-year-old Keegan Moore was apprehended in Desoto County. On September 9, he was transferred into the custody of the Shelby County Jail.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - An hours-long manhunt for a murder suspect is over after he was located in a wooded area of Marks, Mississippi.

The Memphis Police Department says 35-year-old Larry Berry was discovered with a suspected gunshot wound to the head.

The Quitman County Sheriff’s Office transported him to a local hospital in critical condition, but he did not survive.

Multiple law enforcement agencies coordinated efforts to locate Berry, including the Memphis Police Department, Marks Police Department, Tunica County Sheriff’s Office, FBI, U.S. Marshals Service, Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, Tennessee Highway Patrol, and other local, state and federal partners.

Perry was wanted since Thursday morning after allegedly shooting and killing the mother of his children in Cordova, sparking an investigation that led to the safe recovery of her two missing children.

Around 7:30 a.m., Memphis police responded to a shooting call in the 7900 block of Racquetball Lane at the Trinity Lakes Apartments, located off Germantown Parkway.

When officers arrived, they found a woman who had been shot. She was pronounced dead at the scene. So far, she has not been identified.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead, and another man has been detained after a Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 26, incident in Cordova.

Officers with the Memphis Police Department responded around 3:10 p.m. Wednesday to a "wounding" call in the 7900 block of Autumn Hollow Drive.

Police say a man died at the scene, and another man was detained.

The man who was detained has since been identified by police as 22-year-old Joziah Elzie.

Memphis police confirmed that the victim and suspect were neighbors.

According to the affidavit, officers spoke with a witness who claims to have seen Elzie stab the victim in the neck. The witness reportedly got Elzie off the victim and took the knife away from the suspect.

Elzie has been charged with first-degree murder and is scheduled to have a video arraignment on Aug. 28.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A man is behind bars after a fatal stabbing in Downtown Memphis.

The stabbing happened after an argument near Memphis Police headquarters in Downtown Memphis.

Police said officers responded just after 11 p.m. to a wounding call in the 200 block of North Main Street, near the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts, the Federal Reserve Bank and MPD headquarters.

When officers arrived, they found a man with stab wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Source: actionnews5.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

During the course of the investigation, Aaron Collins, 49, was identified as a suspect in connection with the homicide. On August 25, 2026, officers apprehended Collins in the area of Beale Street and Fourth Street. Collins was charged with Second-Degree Murder and Tampering with Evidence.

2608028511ME

On August 24, 2026, at 11:01 p.m., officers responded to a wounding call in the 200 block of N. Main St. Upon arrival, officers observed a male victim who had been stabbed. The male was pronounced deceased on the scene. Preliminary information suggests that the victim and suspect were involved in a verbal altercation that became violent. The suspect was wearing a black t-shirt and shorts, and is described as a Black male, slim build with short dreaded hair.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was seriously injured after a shooting in Walker Homes on Monday afternoon, police said.

Officers responded to a shooting in the area of New Horn Lake Road and West Brooks Road around 4:13 p.m.

According to police, a man was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

Source: fox13memphis.com

An overnight shooting in Frayser left a person dead and another injured, according to the Memphis Police Department.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 2600 block of North Hollywood Street just before 2 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 24.

Upon arrival, authorities found two injured victims on the scene. Memphis police say a man was pronounced dead while a woman was taken to a nearby hospital in non-critical condition.

The suspects have been described by officials as two men wearing masks.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police are releasing few details about a shooting that left one person dead in the Parkway Village area on Sunday night.

MPD said just after 5:00 p.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 3500 block of Bishops Gate Drive.

One individual was pronounced dead on the scene.

Following the shooting, one person was detained, but has since been released without charge, MPD said Monday morning.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A woman is now in jail after police say she stabbed her mother to death in her home on Tuesday.

Tiffany Lafay Green Barber, 43, is charged with first-degree murder and tampering with/fabricating evidence.

Memphis Police say they responded to a home in Uptown in the 600 block of Bethel Avenue regarding a disturbance call.

When they arrived, they said they found 74-year-old Jannie Green sitting in a chair with multiple stab wounds. They say life-saving measures were performed, but their efforts were unsuccessful.

The woman was pronounced dead on the scene.

Source: wreg.com

MHT NOTE: City data reflects this incident in ward 625, however the Homicide Bureau tracks this incident in ward 623. Both wards are in the North Main precinct.

On Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 3:23 p.m., officers responded to an ambulance call in the 700 block of Walnut Knoll Lane. Upon arrival, officers were advised that a 6-year-old female victim had been transported to the hospital after being discovered in a vehicle. The victim was later pronounced deceased by medical personnel. There have been no charges filed at this time.

Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A man and woman are dead after a murder-suicide in the Washington Heights neighborhood overnight, according to the Memphis Police Department.

At 12:42 a.m., officers responded to a shooting call at an address on Stephens Place near South Orleans Street.

When officers arrived, they located a man and woman both suffering from gunshot wounds.

MPD says it was determined that the man shot the woman and himself.

The woman was transported to the hospital in critical condition, where she was later pronounced dead.

The man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A celebration of achievement turned deadly Saturday night when gunfire erupted at a party in the Douglass community, leaving one woman dead and four others wounded.

Memphis Police said a fight broke out just after 11:15 p.m. in the 1700 block of Brookins Street before multiple people opened fire.

The victim was identified by family as Dr. Shandrika Hayslett, who had earned her doctorate in May and was attending a send-off celebration for a cousin preparing to leave for college.

Friends say Hayslett's death is a devastating loss for the Douglass community, where she served as a living example of what determination and education could achieve.

Source: fox13memphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

Three Suspects Identified in Brookins Street Homicide Investigation

....

Update – 08/09/26: Three victims have been released from the hospital. One victim remains hospitalized in critical condition.

Update – 08/10/26: The fourth victim remains hospitalized but is now listed in stable condition.

Update – 08/10/26: Arrest warrants have been issued for two of the identified suspects in connection to this shooting. Investigators are gathering additional information on the third suspect.

Update – 08/10/26: The two suspects connected to Saturday night’s deadly shooting are now in custody. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man has died and the suspect is unknown following a shooting at an apartment complex in Southeast Memphis, the Memphis Police Department said.

Just before 6:30 Friday morning, MPD said, officers were sent to Ridge Lake Dr at an apartment complex in Southeast Memphis for a shooting call.

Memphis Police said that they found a man dead at the scene; they did not have any information on a possible suspect.

Source: fox13memphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On August 7, 2026, at 6:21 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 6800 block of Ridge Lake Drive. Officers located the 53-year-old victim, Darrell Neely, lying on the ground after he was shot. He was pronounced deceased on the scene.

During the investigation, it was discovered that Darrell Neely was involved in a verbal argument with the suspect, Eddie Lee Gant III. Moments after the argument, Gant shot Neely several times and fled in a 2014 red Dodge Avenger.

A warrant has been issued charging 28-year-old Eddie Lee Gant with First-Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

UPDATE: On August 17, 2026, the MPD Fugitive Unit apprehended Eddie Gant, who had an active warrant for First-Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A man is dead after a shooting Tuesday night in an industrial portion of Memphis.

The Memphis Police Department reports that the shooting happened at the dead end of Harrell Street near Faxon Avenue in the Highland Heights area.

Officers and members of the Memphis Safe Task Force responded to the shooting call at 8:56 p.m.

MPD says the victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and that they have no suspect information at this time.

Source: actionnews5.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On August 4, 2026, at approximately 8:56 p.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 2800 block of Faxon Ave. Officers made the scene and observed a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The male was later pronounced deceased on the scene.

During the investigation, homicide investigators determined that Tomarrion Smith, 19, was responsible for the shooting.

On August 5, 2026, officers located Tomarrion Smith in the area of Knight Arnold Rd. and S Mendenhall Rd. where he was taken into custody without incident.

Tomarrion Smith was arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder, First-Degree Murder in Perpetration of a Robbery, and Employment of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man has been charged with voluntary manslaughter after allegedly shooting and killing another man Tuesday, Aug. 4, near Rozelle Elementary School.

Officers with the Memphis Police Department (MPD) responded to a shooting around 11:15 a.m. Tuesday in the 1000 block of Roland Street. When they arrived on scene, officers discovered that a man had been shot.

Ashton Williams called 911 Tuesday morning and told dispatchers that he had just shot his coworker, according to police documents. First responders transported the injured man to Regional One Health, where he ultimately died.

Williams told police that he and a coworker got into a physical fight outside of a customer's home while responding to an HVAC service call. Williams alleges the victim started an argument with him inside the customer's home, before the two men walked outside and the verbal altercation became physical. The suspect said the victim punched him in the face, then "put his arm around Williams's neck, making threats to him," the affidavit reads.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police say a man is dead and a woman injured after a shooting by masked gunmen at a gas station in Whitehaven.

Officers responded just after noon Sunday to 2205 East Holmes Road at Airways and found two shooting victims.

A man was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said. A woman was also taken to a hospital in non-critical condition.

The suspects were three masked gunmen, police said. Two males have been detained.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One man was detained after a woman was found dead in Parkway Village Wednesday afternoon, Memphis Police say.

At around 3:40 p.m., officers responded to a dead-on-arrival call in the 3200 block of Kayla Blue Cove East.

They said one woman was pronounced dead on the scene, and one man has been detained.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Law enforcement blocked off Gill Avenue and surrounding streets in South Memphis after police say a pedestrian was killed in a crash on Tuesday afternoon.

Police say they responded to the 1400 block of Gill for a crash at 2:20 p.m. A pedestrian who was struck was pronounced dead on the scene.

Two suspects, a male and a female, sped away on Wilson Street, then abandoned their vehicle and ran.

A WREG reporter described seeing a car bumper, a pair of slides, and what appears to be a body behind the car debris.

Police have said there was not a shooting. However, some in the neighborhood say otherwise.

“I heard a gunshot and I came out and saw a dude laying over there dead,” said Chris Boyd, a repairman working at a home down the street. “I got down on the floor cause I thought they was shooting at this house.”

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The Memphis Police Department (MPD) is investigating a homicide after a man's body was found in Frayser on Monday afternoon.

Officers responded to a suspicious person call in the 3700 block of North Watkins Street around 4:18 p.m.

According to police, a man was pronounced dead on the scene.

Police reported that the investigation indicates it was a homicide.

Source: fox13memphis.com

On Monday, July 20, 2026, officers responded to a man-down call in the 3700 block of North Watkins, where they located a male victim in a field suffering from a fatal gunshot wound.

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

Homicide investigators responded to the scene, processed evidence, and searched the area. During the investigation, they recovered video showing a male wearing pink shorts walking with the victim shortly before the homicide.

On Thursday, July 23, investigators identified the male in the video as 18-year-old Roy Bills. They located Bills in the 1700 block of Carlye Drive and executed a search warrant at the residence, where they recovered additional evidence linking him to the crime.

Roy Bills, 18, was charged with First-Degree Murder, First-Degree Murder in the Perpetration of a Robbery, and Employment of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A missing 3-year-old boy was found dead near Wolf River Harbor on Monday, and his father is now in custody, police said.

According to authorities, Memphis Police responded to a custodial interference call in the 3200 block of Southbridge Street on Sunday, July 19. The incident reportedly involved a father taking his 3-year-old son — identified as Joseph Martinez — without permission.

The following morning, police returned to the home again after the father came back without his son. He was then detained.

Shortly after 9 a.m., MPD sent out a city watch alert, indicating the father had allegedly left Joseph near the Wolf River Harbor.

Around 12:30 p.m., police said they found the boy dead in the 100 block of North Front Street.

Investigators have not released information on the cause of the child's death nor announced any criminal charges.

Source: localmemphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On July 19, 2026, officers responded to a Custodial Interference incident in the 3200 block of Southbridge Street regarding a father leaving the residence without permission with his juvenile son.

On July 20, 2026, at approximately 7:57 a.m., officers responded to a follow-up call in the 3200 block of Southbridge Street after the father returned home without his juvenile child. The male was detained as officers conducted the investigation.

During the investigation, officers developed information regarding the possible location of the juvenile in the 100 block of North Front Street. Officers responded to that location and located the juvenile deceased.

Saul Martinez, 22, was arrested and charged with:

• First-Degree Murder
• First-Degree Murder in Perpetration of a Felony (to wit: Aggravated Child Abuse)
• Aggravated Child Abuse
• Abuse of a Corpse
• Tampering with Evidence

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis police are investigating after a man was killed in a shooting in the Walker Homes neighborhood early Thursday.

Memphis Police arrived on the scene of a shooting in the 3000 block of Travis Road at 1:45 a.m.

When police arrived, they said they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the back of the head lying in the front yard.

The man was pronounced dead on the scene.

A woman, later identified as Kendra Scott, 36, was detained on the scene and later arrested.

According to the affidavit, Scott told police that she found the man under her kid’s bed saying “did what I had to do.”

MPD later learned that the man was invited in by Scott’s child, a juvenile; the juvenile told officers Scott warned that if she ever brought a boy in she would “put a hole in his a*s.”

[Click source link to read more]

Source: actionnews5.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On July 16, 2026, at approximately 1:50 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3000 block of Travis Rd.

Officers made the scene and observed a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Kendra Scott, 36, was arrested on the scene and was later charged with First Degree Murder and Employing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An early morning shooting in Hickory Hill has reportedly left one person dead.

Memphis Police officers responded to a shooting on Winchester Road near Hickory Hill Road at 4:30 a.m. Sunday, July 12.

According to the Memphis Police Department, one man was pronounced dead on the scene. Memphis Police have not identified the victim at this time.

Memphis Police did not release details on the possible suspect or on what led to the shooting. MPD reports that the investigation is ongoing.

Source: localmemphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On July 15, 2026, the Memphis Police Department’s Fugitive Unit apprehended 36-year-old Dewuan Harris in the 200 block of South Front Street.

On July 12, 2026, at approximately 4:25 a.m., officers responded to a shooting at Paradise Lounge, located at 5959 Winchester Road. Officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced deceased on the scene.

Harris was identified as the suspect and wanted on charges of First-Degree Murder, Attempted First-Degree Murder (3x), and Possession of a Firearm with Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A boy is now dead after a shooting overnight at a downtown apartment complex, Memphis Police confirm.

Officers say they responded to the 300 block of South Orleans Street regarding a shooting call just before midnight. A victim was not found at the scene.

Shortly afterwards, officers say a male juvenile arrived at the hospital in a private vehicle, where he was pronounced dead.

At this time, it is still unclear who pulled the trigger. But this is still an ongoing investigation.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A Memphis man has been charged with first-degree murder following a shooting in East Memphis, the Memphis Police Department said.

Marquillo Kelly was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and employing a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony in the shooting death of Darrell Jones, Memphis Police said Thursday.

MPD said the shooting occurred around 4:00 Wednesday afternoon in the 4100 block of Barron Avenue in East Memphis. Jones was declared dead at the scene.

Source: fox13memphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On July 8, 2026, the Memphis Police Department arrested 28-year-old Marquillo Kelly in connection with the homicide in the 4100 block of Barron Avenue.

On July 8, at approximately 4:00 p.m., MPD officers responded to a shooting and located an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim, later identified as Darrell Jones, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

As officers continued their investigation, they quickly identified Kelly as the suspect. A short time later, Kelly was arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder and Employing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

No incident information currently available

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man died after a shooting in northeast Memphis early Sunday, the Memphis Police Department said.

Officers responded to the 2100 block of River Trace Drive just before 4:30 a.m.

Police said the man was taken to the hospital in critical condition, where he later died.

Police detained several people.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A 17-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder after a deadly shooting in Frayser Thursday night, the Memphis Police Department (MPD) said.

Officers responded to the shooting in the 4200 block of Overton Crossing around 9:40 p.m.

Police said one person died at the scene and the suspect fled on a bicycle.

Authorities identified a 17-year-old as the suspect. Officers located and detained him at 2:30 a.m. before charging him with second-degree murder.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two men were shot, and one later died, after an attempted robbery and shooting Monday morning at a South Memphis park, police said.

Police responded at 10:30 to the 1300 block of Bellevue Boulevard, at Jesse Turner Park.

They found two males who had been struck by gunfire. Both were taken to a hospital in critical condition.

One was pronounced dead at the hospital; the other remains in critical condition.

Preliminary information indicates the shooting happened during an attempted robbery, police said.

MHT NOTE: City data reflects this incident in ward 421, however the Homicide Bureau tracks this incident in ward 422. Both wards are in the Crump precinct.

Source: wreg.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On March 28, 2026, at 1:17 a.m., officers responded to a shooting at 1385 South Bellevue Boulevard at the In & Out Express. Officers located a male victim who was transported to the hospital in critical condition. He succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

Terrence Munson, 44, was arrested on April 16, 2026, and was charged with Facilitation of First Degree Murder and Tampering with Evidence.

Terrance Jeffries, 18, was arrested on April 20, 2026, and was charged with First Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Tampering with Evidence.

The third suspect has been identified as 29-year-old Dequarius Nash. A warrant has been issued charging Nash with First Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault, Tampering with Evidence, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 26-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder and attempted murder in a deadly shooting over the weekend at a Whitehaven apartment complex, records show.

Devon Jones, of Memphis, is accused of shooting a man and a woman Sunday at the Winbranch Complex apartments on Branchway Drive, killing the man, records show.

According to court documents, the woman told investigators that she bought marijuana from Jones before they got into an argument. Jones grabbed a gun and shot the man and the woman, records allege.

Records show that Jones was arrested Monday.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is in critical condition after a shooting Sunday morning in Southeast Memphis, according to police.

Officers were called just after 4:15 a.m. to an aggravated assault involving a firearm in the 2800 block of Kirby Road near Quince Road. When officers arrived, they did not find a victim at the scene.

While investigating, officers were told that a gunshot victim had arrived at a nearby hospital. At the hospital, officers found a black sedan at the emergency room entrance with two people who were with the victim.

Investigators say the victim was driven to the hospital in the sedan after an apparent altercation in which he was shot. Witnesses told police they did not see the shooting but responded after the incident.

The victim was later taken to a different hospital in critical condition.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man is dead after a shooting in Parkway Village on Saturday evening, police said.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 4100 block of Tarrywood Drive around 6:53 p.m.

According to police, a man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police reported that another man was detained.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man has died, and two suspects are on the run after a South Memphis shooting Thursday afternoon, police said.

At around 2:20 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 700 block of Ioka Avenue.

MPD said a man was transported to the hospital in critical condition, but later reported that the man died from his injuries.

Officers said two suspects fled the scene in a vehicle.

Source: wreg.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On June 25, 2026, at approximately 2:21 p.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 700 block of Ioka Avenue. Officers located a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

During the investigation, homicide investigators developed Jetarius D. Young as the suspect responsible for the shooting.

On July 31, 2026, Jetarius D. Young, 28, was arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

No incident information currently available

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — This breaking news article will be updated as details are received.

One person is dead, and another is clinging to life after a Tuesday night, June 16, shooting in Castalia Heights.

Officers with the Memphis Police Department responded around 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to a shooting call in the 1700 block of Castalia Street.

Once on the scene, officers found two people who had been shot: one person was pronounced dead on the scene, and a second person was taken to the hospital in critical condition, according to an MPD spokesperson.

Police believe the victims and the suspect knew each other.

MHT NOTE: City data reflects this incident in ward 722, however the Homicide Bureau tracks this incident in ward 723. Both wards are in the Airways precinct.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department is investigating after a shooting in East Memphis left two people dead.

On June 16, at 02:00 a.m., officers responded to a shooting call on Mynders Avenue.

One female was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Another male who suffered from a self-inflicted gunshot wound was transported to the hospital in critical condition, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Witnesses told police there was an altercation in the parking lot that became physical between the two.

Early investigation suggests that the man shot and killed the woman, then shot himself.

Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two men were left injured after being shot at a Whitehaven shopping center on Sunday night, police confirmed.

One of the victims later died, police confirmed around 11 a.m. Monday. Charges had not been filed.

Police said the two men injured in the shooting had been involved in a verbal argument.

Officers say they were called to a shooting in the 3600 block of Millbranch Road just after 8:50 p.m., where they found the two males suffering from injuries.

One was taken to the hospital in critical condition, and the other was taken in non-critical condition.

Officers say two people were also detained.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead, and a teen is in custody, after a shooting in Frayser on Friday.

The Memphis Police Department responded to a shooting call around 8 p.m. Friday, May 29, in the 2800 block of Gruber Drive.

When MPD arrived on scene, they found one male victim; he was pronounced dead on scene.

The suspect fled on foot, according to a statement from MPD. The victim and suspect are believed to have known one another.

On Saturday, the Memphis Police confirmed that a 16-year-old boy was arrested. The teen has been charged with second-degree murder.

Source: localmemphis.com

No incident information currently available

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was shot to death in a Hickory Hill neighborhood on Monday night, Memphis Police confirm.

Officers say they responded to a shooting call around 9:40 p.m. in the 6100 block of Blue Willow Cove, where a man was found and pronounced dead on the scene.

The victim was involved in an argument before the shooting took place, police say.

Three people have been detained.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was charged after allegedly stabbing another man to death in Whitehaven on Sunday night, police said.

20-year-old Jamarion Kerr was charged with first-degree murder.

Officers responded to a stabbing in the 5400 block of Hudgins Road around 8:12 p.m.

According to police, a 23-year-old man was found and taken to the hospital in critical condition where he later died due to his injuries.

Homicide investigators learned that the victim was in a fight with a neighbor before being fatally stabbed.

Police reported that Kerr also was suffering from a stab wound and was medically treated and taken into custody.

Source: fox13memphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On May 24, 2026, at 8:12 p.m., officers responded to a stabbing in the 5400 block of Hudgins Road. A 23-year-old male victim was located and transported to the hospital in critical condition. He later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. Homicide investigators determined the victim had been involved in a physical altercation with a neighbor prior to being fatally wounded.

At 11:25 p.m., officers responded to a local hospital where a 20-year-old male, later identified as Jamarion Kerr, arrived suffering from a stab wound. Kerr was treated and taken into custody. He has been charged with First-Degree Murder.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A woman is dead after a shooting near the airport on Sunday afternoon, police said.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 3100 block of Tearock Lane around 4:16 p.m.

According to police, a woman was pronounced dead on the scene.

Police reported that a man left the scene in a gray sedan. They also stated that the woman and the suspect were in a relationship.

The suspect was later detained, police said.

Source: fox13memphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police said two men have been charged with murder in separate homicides over the weekend.

On May 24, at around 4:20 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3100 block of Teakrock Lane in Whitehaven.

Police said they located a 38-year-old woman who was pronounced dead on the scene.

Man driving stolen U-Haul charged with theft, assault

Investigators received information that the suspect was the victim’s boyfriend and had fled to Mississippi.

Police said law enforcement partners were contacted, and the suspect, 33-year-old Princeton Morris, was located and arrested. Morris is currently in custody in MS, waiting for extradition.

A warrant was issued charging Morris with Second-Degree Murder, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, Theft of a Firearm less than $2,500, and Theft of Property $2,500–$10,000.

Update Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 16-year-old has been charged after a juvenile boy was shot and killed Sunday morning at an apartment complex in the Raleigh neighborhood, according to Memphis Police.

Police said officers responded just after 9 a.m. to a shooting at The Luxe at Raleigh Apartments, in the 4100 block of Olathe Drive near Raleigh Millington Road.

When officers arrived, they found a male juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators said a 16-year-old boy has been charged with reckless homicide in connection with the shooting.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A woman is dead after a shooting in Whitehaven Saturday morning, according to the Memphis Police Department.

Officers responded to a shooting at 6:13 a.m. in the 3600 block of Claymore Drive near Millbranch Road.

A woman was found and taken to the hospital in critical condition, where she later died.

Police report that the suspect was last seen wearing a red shirt and black shorts, leaving the scene in a gray sedan. The make and model are uncertain at this time.

Police also state that the victim and the suspect had been in a prior relationship.

Source: actionnews5.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

Claymore Drive Homicide Investigation

On May 23, 2026, at approximately 6:36 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3600 block of Claymore Drive. Officers located an adult female victim who was transported to Regional One Health in critical condition, where she later succumbed to her injuries.

During the investigation, homicide investigators learned the victim had been involved in an argument with her ex-boyfriend prior to the shooting. Investigators identified 24-year-old Terence Jones as the suspect and obtained warrants charging him with First-Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

On May 28, 2026, the MPD Fugitive Unit took Jones into custody in the 900 block of Union Avenue without incident.

The Memphis Police Department remains focused on sustaining the gains made in violent crime reduction and continuing the work of creating a Stronger, Safer Memphis.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

No information currently available

A minor is dead following a shooting that happened on Sunday, May 17, according to the Memphis Police Department.

Police say they responded to a shooting in the 2700 block of Ketchum Place at around 5:40 p.m.

Upon arrival, officers noticed a juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was later pronounced dead on the scene.

According to the Memphis Police, a 15-year-old was detained and has been charged with reckless homicide.

After a thorough investigation, MPD discovered that the victim and suspect are both related.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man has died after a shooting in Frayser Sunday morning, the Memphis Police Department said.

Officers responded to the 2100 block of Driftwood Avenue just after 10 a.m.

Police said officers found a man with a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition but later died from his injuries.

According to police, early information suggests the suspect knows the victim. Several people were detained, police said.

Source: fox13memphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On May 22, 2026, the Memphis Police Department Fugitive Unit located and arrested 19-year-old Jayvon Wilson, who was wanted in connection with two separate shootings that occurred on May 17, including one that resulted in a homicide.

At approximately 10:03 a.m. on May 17, officers responded to a shooting in the 2100 block of Driftwood Avenue. Officers located 44-year-old Mario Butlers suffering from critical injuries. He was transported to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Investigators determined that Butlers had been involved in an argument with Jayvon Wilson prior to the shooting, and Wilson fled the scene before officers arrived.

Homicide investigators quickly identified Wilson as the suspect and obtained warrants charging him with Second-Degree Murder, three counts of Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, and Reckless Endangerment with a Deadly Weapon.

[Click source link to read more]

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was seriously injured after a shooting in Cherokee on Saturday evening, police said.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 3000 block of Sharpe Avenue around 8:27 p.m.

According to police, a man was found with a gunshot wound and was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Two people are dead after a shooting in Orange Mound Friday night, according to the Memphis Police Department.

Officers responded to a shooting located on Semmes Street & Wildrose Street at 10:35 p.m.

MPD reports that officers found two men inside a vehicle suffering from gunshot wounds.

Both victims were pronounced deceased on the scene.

Source: actionnews5.com

A person was fatally shot on Wednesday morning, May 13, in Parkway Village, police confirm.

The Memphis Police Department responded to a shooting call in the 4600 block of Winchester Road, near the Getaway Sports Bar, just before 6 a.m.

Officers reportedly discovered a man suffering from a gunshot wound upon arrival. Police say the victim later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

Source: localmemphis.com

No incident information currently available

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead in Highland Heights, according to Memphis Police.

Terry Higgs, 51, was charged with first-degree murder and first-degree murder (in perpetration of aggravated rape).

On May 4, at around 3:40 p.m., officers responded to a person who was unresponsive in the 840 block of North Holmes Street.

A victim identified as Anna Scott was found in the rear of the residence, unresponsive, lying on her stomach and face down in a fetal position. Firefighters pronounced Scott dead.

[Click source link to read more]

Update Source: wreg.com

Police say a man is dead and a woman was critically injured in Orange Mound following an early morning shooting.

The Memphis Police Department (MPD) responded to a shooting call in the 800 block of Hamilton on Monday, April 4, just after 12 a.m.

According to officers, a man was pronounced dead on the scene, and a woman was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis police are investigating after a deadly shooting at a Walgreens in Whitehaven.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 4100 block of Elvis Presley Boulevard just before 12:30 a.m.

Officers located a man who was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other injuries were reported.

According to MPD, preliminary information indicates the man was attempting to rob the business when he was shot.

Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is now dead following a shooting in Frayser early Tuesday morning, the Memphis Police Department (MPD) said.

Officers say the shooting happened in the 1100 block of Frayser Boulevard, a little after 6:30 a.m.

A male victim was located and pronounced dead at the scene.

Source: wreg.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A man has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in Frayser on April 21, Memphis police said.

Police arrested Trey Murphy, 40, in connection with a shooting in which a man was shot and killed.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 1100 block of Frayser Boulevard near Millington Road about 6:20 a.m. and found a man unresponsive on the ground, police said. The victim, Clyde Nichols, was pronounced dead at the scene by the Memphis Fire Department.

Investigators reviewed nearby surveillance video showing Nichols stumble from a vacant lot into the street before collapsing, police said. The video also showed a man in a camouflage jacket running toward Nichols, briefly looking at him, then running away.

Update Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police say a man is dead following a shooting in Parkway Village on Monday night.

Officers responded to a shooting call in the 5300 block of Scottsdale Avenue on April 20 at around 10:30 p.m.

The man was reportedly found and taken to the hospital in critical condition, where he later died from his injuries.

According to MPD, a man was detained at the scene of the shooting but has since been released, with no charges filed at this time.

Authorities say both men were involved in an altercation prior to the shooting.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Southaven High School student was fatally shot in Whitehaven after attending prom on Sunday.

LaDainian Cathey, identified by family, was found outside a convenience store at the corner of Elvis Presley Boulevard and East Shelby Drive.

WREG learned that Cathey was a student at Southaven High School.

On Sunday, the following email went out to parents from the principal at Southaven High School.

Source: wreg.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On April 19, 2026, at 1:41 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 4600 block of Elvis Presley Boulevard. An 18-year-old male victim was transported to a local hospital in critical condition, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Preliminary information indicated that two suspects fled the scene in a black Mercedes GLK.

On April 20, 2026, MPD’s Mt. Moriah Station Task Force located the suspect vehicle in the area of North Germantown Parkway and Walnut Grove Road. The vehicle was later observed at a business in the 8100 block of Walnut Grove Road, where officers made contact with the driver, a 17-year-old male, who was the sole occupant. He was taken into custody without incident.

The 17-year-old has been charged with First-Degree Murder in the Perpetration of a Robbery.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An arrest has been made in connection to a triple shooting in the Fox Meadows area earlier this week, that left one man dead and two others critically injured.

According to police , officers responded just after 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 to a shooting in the 3100 block of S. Mendenhall Road.

Police scene at Knight Arnold and Mendenhall (Photo by WREG’s Brooke Billions)

When they arrived, they found three men with gunshot wounds. All three were taken to hospital in critical condition, and one of the victims later died from his injuries.

Source: wreg.com

Homicide Bureau comment: Delayed from the initial homicide on 04/16 D. Wallace.

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On April 16, 2026, at approximately 4:37 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3100 block of S. Mendenhall Road.

Upon arrival, officers located three adult male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. All three were transported to the hospital in critical condition. One of the victims later succumbed to his injuries.

Officers quickly identified the suspect vehicle connected to the incident. On April 17, 2026, Mt. Moriah Task Force officers, along with federal agents, located the vehicle in the 5900 block of N. Little Brook Circle.

Officers observed the suspect, Travis Richardson, enter the vehicle. He was taken into custody without incident. A firearm was recovered during the incident.

Travis Richardson, 21, has been charged with First Degree Murder, three counts of Employment of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, and two counts of Criminal Attempt First Degree Murder.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred during the early morning hours of April 15.

According to MPD, just before 3 a.m., officers responded to the shooting call on Alice Avenue near Marjorie Street in the South Memphis area.

When they arrived, they discovered two people suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.

One of the victims, a man, was pronounced dead on the scene.

MPD says that the female victim ran to a nearby home for help after being shot.

The woman was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

MPD reports a man has been detained at this time.

Source: actionnews5.com

Death caused by injury/injuries from a previous incident and not from a current or active homicide investigation.

The MHT Team has concluded this is the originating event:

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man injured in a shooting early Friday morning was sent to the hospital, according to Memphis Police Dept. (MPD).

Officers went to the 3500 block of Dalebranch Drive, near Millbranch Road, in Whitehaven after 1:30 a.m., MPD said.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was found shot to death in Castalia Heights on Monday afternoon, police said.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 2100 block of Lowell around 4:43 p.m.

According to police, a man was pronounced dead on the scene.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was shot and killed late Saturday night in Oakhaven, the Memphis Police Department (MPD) said.

Officers responded to the 3400 block of Winchester Road just before 10:40 p.m.

MPD said the man argued with the suspect before the shooting. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to police, the suspect fled in a maroon sedan.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead Tuesday morning.

Just after 11 a.m., several law enforcement agencies — including the Memphis Police Department and the Memphis Safe Task Force — responded to the Mitchell Tiger Mart convenience store on West Mitchell Road near Rochester Road for a shots fired call.

Police say a male shooting victim was located and pronounced dead on the scene. MPD did not specify the age of the victim.

Investigators determined the shooting victim was involved in a fight with a male suspect who left the scene in a gray.

Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is now dead after an overnight shooting at an apartment complex in the Fox Meadows area, Memphis Police confirm.

A little after 11:40 p.m., officers say they were called to an apartment complex in the 2700 block of Hickory Point Lane regarding a shooting call.

A male victim was found and pronounced dead at the scene, police say. They say the suspect was known to the victim.

Officers say they also responded to a second location along Barclay Avenue in East Memphis.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A person was found dead early Monday morning at an apartment complex in Nutbush just off Jackson Avenue.

Officers say they responded to a dead-on-arrival call around 1:30 a.m. after receiving a report from a woman stating she had not heard from a loved one in a while.

When officers arrived at the scene of the home in the 3800 block of Jackson Avenue, they say they found someone who had died.

At this time, it is still unclear the manner of death, but they say there were no signs of foul play. This is still an ongoing investigation.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead, and a woman is injured after a late-night shooting Friday.

On April 3, around 11 p.m., officers said they responded to a shooting in the 1700 block of Camille Way

MPD officials said they pronounced a man dead on the scene, while a woman was taken to the hospital in non-critical condition.

Officers detained a man, and the suspect is known to the victim, the department said.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was shot and killed Tuesday night, March 31, in Hickory Hill.

The Memphis Police Department responded to a call about a shooting just before 7 p.m. in the 6100 block of Ridgewyck Drive. Once they arrived, they located a man who had been shot; he was declared dead on the scene, according to an MPD spokesperson.

MPD identified the victim as Kameron Cantrell.

Police said three male suspects, all wearing all-black clothing, were last seen heading eastbound on Knight Arnold Road.

Source: localmemphis.com

The Memphis Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that happened early Tuesday morning, March 31, in South Memphis.

Police responded to a shooting call in the 700 block of St Paul Avenue at around 1:40 a.m.

When they arrived at the scene, they found an injured man who was pronounced dead.

While the investigation remains ongoing, officers have reported that the suspect was driving a gray car.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - One man is dead and two others were injured after a shooting in Whitehaven on Sunday afternoon, police said.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 30 block of W Shelby Drive around 5:23 p.m. where they found three men shot.

According to police, two of the men were taken to the hospital in critical condition and another man was taken in non-critical condition.

Police reported that one of the men died at the hospital.

Video surveillance showed the suspects in a silver Dodge Dart. That suspect car was later found abandoned on Howard Drive near Stacey Road around 6:00 p.m.

The original scene of the shooting happened at Shelby Drive and Neely.

Source: fox13memphis.com

No incident information currently available

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was killed in an overnight shooting at a Memphis gas station, police said.

According to the Memphis Police Department (MPD), officers were called to 1300 block of Bellevue Boulevard.

The man was taken to the hospital where he later died.

MPD said the shooting followed an argument.

Police said three men left the scene in a white pickup truck.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tennessee — Memphis Police said a man is dead after a shooting at Corning Village apartments.

Around noon on Tuesday, officers said they responded to a shooting in the 1400 block of Briercrest Lane.

A man was taken to the hospital in critical condition, according to MPD officials. He later died.

Responding officers were able to identify that the victim and suspect had been involved in a physical fight before the shooting.

Source: localmemphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On March 24, 2026, at approximately 11:59 a.m., MPD officers responded to a reported shooting in the 1400 block of Briercrest Lane. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital in critical condition, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

Responding officers quickly identified and apprehended the suspect, with assistance from a National Guard unit working in the area at the time of the incident.

The investigation revealed that the victim and suspect, Elijah Sanders, were involved in a physical altercation before the shooting.

Elijah Sanders, 20, has been charged with Second Degree Murder and Employment of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police responded to a shots fired call on Sunday night south of the airport area.

MPD arrived on the 3300 block of Morning View Drive shortly before 9 p.m. and a man was pronounced dead on the scene.

There is no suspect information available at this time, and the investigation is ongoing.

Police are asking for any information related to this incident.

Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A woman was killed and a male is in critical condition after a shooting in South Memphis on Sunday, police say.

They say the woman was pronounced dead on the scene and a man was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

Police say officers were called to the shooting around 11:30 a.m. in the 500 block of E. Dison Avenue, near McMillan Street.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: wreg.com

MHT NOTE: The male victim later died.

City data reflects this incident in ward 721, however the Homicide Bureau tracks this incident in ward 722. Both wards are in the Airways precinct.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead and two suspects are the on run after a shooting occurred Friday, March 20, in Raleigh.

Memphis police responded to the shooting scene just before 4:30 a.m. in the 5200 block of Blueridge Drive, where they found a man shot.

He was pronounced dead.

A spokesperson with MPD said two people are believed to be responsible for the shooting.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A boy has died after a shooting in South Memphis Friday afternoon, the Memphis Police Department said.

Officers responded to the 800 block of Kerr Avenue just before 4:45 p.m.

Police said the boy was taken to the hospital in critical condition where he later died.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man died after a shooting in the Mitchell Heights neighborhood Sunday afternoon, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD).

Police said officers responded just before 1 p.m. to the 3300 block of Buchanan Avenue off Jackson Avenue, where they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound, police said. The victim, identified by family as Michael Owens Jr., was pronounced dead at the scene, MPD said.

Investigators said they are searching for a dark gray or silver vehicle believed to have been used in the shooting.

No arrests have been announced.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: fox13memphis.com

WHITEHAVEN, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects following a shooting that left one man dead in Whitehaven.

On Saturday night, just before 10 p.m., officers responded to a shooting on the 1900 block of Raines Road.

Upon arrival, officers found the gunshot victim, and he was transported to the hospital with critical injuries, where he later died.

MPD reports that several individuals left the scene in a green SUV and a silver SUV.

Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -One man is facing charges for the shooting in the Orange Mound area that left one man dead Friday night.

On Saturday morning, 26-year-old Tyrese Jones was charged with second-degree murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony.

A spokesperson with the Memphis Police Department says two people are currently detained.

The shooting call came in from Park Avenue, in an area about a half mile west of South Highland Street, at 8:49 p.m.

First responders found one man with critical injuries at the scene. He was rushed to the hospital for treatment, but did not survive.

Source: actionnews5.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are investigating a heartbreaking and emotional shooting in southeast Memphis that left a woman dead and involved a child, according to investigators.

The shooting happened just before 3 p.m. at a busy shopping plaza along Shelby Drive. Police say the incident is being treated as an accidental discharge, and a child pulled the trigger.

Officers responded to the scene and found the victim inside a white compact Audi SUV parked in the lot. Investigators believe the vehicle may have been exiting the parking area before coming to a stop. Witnesses told FOX13 the SUV was not parked in a designated space.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 20-year-old man was arrested after a shooting outside of a Whitehaven apartment building that killed the boyfriend of his friend's ex-girlfriend, records show.

Court documents show that Jordan Luckett, of Memphis, was charged with first-degree murder and possession/employment of a handgun during a dangerous felony.

According to the Memphis Police Department (MPD), the shooting happened late Saturday night at the Emberly Apartments on Duchess Drive.

Records show that officers arrived to find a man had been shot in the chest. Minutes later, he was pronounced dead. Court documents identified the man as Paul Wrushen.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one woman injured.

On Feb. 26, just before 10 p.m., officers responded to an aggravated assault call on James Street in South Memphis.

When officers arrived, they discovered a woman lying on the sidewalk suffering from an apparent gunshot wound on the corner of Kerr Avenue and James.

The woman was later transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition.

MPD says the suspect was wearing all black, and last seen driving in a dark colored four door sedan.

MHT NOTE: The woman later died and the incident was ruled a homicide.

Source: actionnews5.com

No incident information currently available

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis police are investigating a shooting in the Alcy-Ball neighborhood where two people were found dead Saturday morning, the Memphis Police Department (MPD) said.

Officers responded to the 1300 block of Ralston Avenue around 8:30 a.m.

Police found two people dead at the scene.

According to MPD, preliminary information suggests the incident was isolated, and one or more injuries appear to be self-inflicted.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man died after an overnight shooting in Whitehaven, the Memphis Police Department said.

Officers responded to the 3600 block of Millbranch Drive around midnight.

The man was taken to the hospital in critical condition where he later died from his injuries.

Source: fox13memphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On February 21, 2026, at approximately 12:00 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3600 block of Millbranch Road. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. The male victim was transported to the hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

During the investigation, homicide investigators identified Stevie Boyd, 29, as the suspect responsible for the shooting.

On July 17, 2026, a warrant was issued for Boyd, charging him with First-Degree Murder, Especially Aggravated Robbery, Employing a Firearm with Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony, and Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm.

Boyd was served with the arrest warrant on July 20, 2026, while in custody on charges related to a separate incident.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department is investigating after a shooting left one person dead and another person injured during the early morning hours of Feb. 18.

According to MPD, around 1:03 a.m., officers responded to a shooting call on Dabbs Avenue near Orland Street in the Frayser area.

When officers arrived, they discovered that two people had been shot.

One of the victims was pronounced dead on the scene; the other victim was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition.

Source: actionnews5.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On February 18, 2026, at approximately 1:06 a.m., Memphis Police responded to a shooting in the 1600 block of Dabbs Ave. Officers made the scene and located two males suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition and the other was pronounced deceased on the scene.

During the course of the investigation, homicide investigators determined that Brandon Coleman, 20, was responsible for the shooting.

On March 17, 2026, at approximately 7:30 p.m., police executed a search warrant to a residence in the 2500 block of Nina Dr. Officers located firearms that were used in the shooting but did not locate Coleman. Officers also located and seized marijuana, cocaine, drug paraphernalia and approximately $4,400 believed to be profits from drug sales. A juvenile in the residence was observed in close proximity to one of the firearms and drugs.

On August 5, 2026, at approximately 8:02 a.m., officers located Brandon Coleman in the 1500 block of Gabay St., where he was taken into custody without incident.

Brandon Coleman was arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder, Attempted First-Degree Murder, Aggravated Robbery, two counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, Child Abuse and Neglect 8 Years of Age or Less, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit: Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Theft of Property $1,000 to $2,500.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was shot to death while at a store in North Memphis on Monday evening, police say.

Officers say they responded to a shooting victim arriving at a hospital just before 5:40 p.m.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

During the investigation, police say the shooting took place at a store on 262 Decatur Street.

The suspect was described as a male in a gray vehicle.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead, and a suspect has yet to be caught following a shooting at a BP gas station on Sunday evening in South Memphis, according to the Memphis Police Department.

Officers say they responded to the shooting in the 500 block of South Parkway East.

A male victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

The family of the victim said that Martavius Murphy, 32, was killed while working at the BP gas station.

Murphy’s family told WREG Murphy had only worked at the BP at South Parkway and McMillan for a few months, and that he was an innocent bystander in the shooting.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Police Department is investigating after a man was killed in a Hickory Hill shooting.

Memphis Police responded to a shooting at the Lakes at Ridgeway on Waterstone Oak Way just after 10:30 a.m. on Sunday.

According to the police, a man was pronounced dead on the scene.

Memphis Police report that the suspect fled the scene in a gold pickup truck. Police have not released any details about the suspect.

Source: localmemphis.com

MHT NOTE: City data identifies this event as incident# 2602024325ME, however the Homicide Bureau identifies it as incident# 2602024625ME

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A shooting at a short-term rental in East Memphis leaves one man dead and police on the hunt for several suspects.

Memphis police were called to a shooting just before midnight Friday in the 3800 block of Kelley Circle, near Park Ave. and Getwell Rd, according to officials.

[Click source link to read more]

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 19-year-old was charged with first-degree murder after a fatal shooting in Southeast Memphis Sunday night.

Police responded to a shooting in the 5600 block of Flowering Peach Drive around 11 p.m., and one male was pronounced dead on the scene.

Memphis Police said that Ayden Thames, 19, was charged with First-Degree Murder in connection with the shooting.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man died after a shooting in North Memphis on Saturday night, the Memphis Police Department (MPD) said.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 1100 block of Jackson Avenue around 10:08 p.m.

According to police, the man was found with a gunshot and was taken to the hospital in critical condition. He later died from his injuries, MPD said.

Police identified the suspect as 65-year-old Floyd Davis. He was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.

Source: fox13memphis.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On February 7, 2026, at 10:08 p.m., officers responded to a shooting at 1192 Jackson Avenue. Officers located a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to his injuries. Officers located the suspect on the scene, identified him as Floyd Davis, 65, and took him into custody without incident.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A shooting in North Memphis left a man dead and a woman critically injured Monday night, Memphis Police confirm.

Officers say they responded to a shooting around 8:40 p.m. in the 1300 block of Hyde Park Boulevard.

A man and a woman were found at the scene suffering from injuries, and both were taken to the hospital in critical condition.

Police say the man later died at the hospital due to his injuries.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police said one person was detained and another was critically injured after a shooting in Hickory Hill on Thursday night, according to Memphis Police.

Officers said at 8:30 p.m., they responded to a shooting in the 6000 block of Blackraven Drive.

MPD said a female was transported to the hospital in critical condition, and officers have a male detained.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One man is dead following a shooting around 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 5, in Hickory Hill.

According to a spokesperson with the Memphis Police Department, officers responded to a 911 call regarding a shooting in the 6400 block of Moriah Run. When officers arrived on the scene they were unable to find anybody who had been shot.

"A short time later," one man who was suffering from a gunshot arrived at St. Francis Hospital on Park Avenue by private vehicle, according to MPD. He later died.

Source: localmemphis.com

No incident information currently available

No incident information currently available

The Memphis Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that claimed a teenager's life in southeast Memphis.

Police responded to a shooting call in the 4900 block of Simsbury Drive just before 3 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22.

Upon arrival, officers found a young man suffering from a gunshot wound. The boy was later pronounced dead by paramedics at the scene.

According to police, the victim is believed to be between the ages of 14 and 17.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A shooting in North Memphis left a man dead and a woman critically injured Monday night, Memphis Police confirm.

Officers say they responded to a shooting around 8:40 p.m. in the 1300 block of Hyde Park Boulevard.

A man and a woman were found at the scene suffering from injuries, and both were taken to the hospital in critical condition.

Police say the man later died at the hospital due to his injuries.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A woman was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after a shooting in southeast Memphis last month, court records show.

31-year-old Ashunique Felton was charged with multiple offenses, including first-degree murder and aggravated burglary.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 7000 Merlot Cove on January 19. When they arrived at the scene, they found a man lying face down in his bedroom with what appeared to be gunshot wounds. The man was pronounced dead. He was known to live at the home with his elderly mom and no one else, court records show.

Investigators found the victim's phone on January 19 and discovered Felton was the last person he contacted. According to the phone records, the two met through a prostitution website and were planning to meet up and that the victim would pick Felton up on Gaither Street.

On January 20, video evidence showed the victim getting into a black Mercedes alone around 11:30 p.m., and the Mercedes returned back to the home with two people around 12:17 a.m. The video then shows the woman who fits the description of Felton leaving out the front door and running west on Merlot Cove. Another video also allegedly shows her with multiple items walking near the end of the cove, but when she arrived in the 7000 block of Merlot Cove, she didn't have anything with her, court records show.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis police are investigating a scene where a man was found dead following a shooting in Whitehaven Friday morning.

Officers say they responded to the 400 block of Sanford Rd. around 11:17 a.m.

Police say the suspect vehicle is blue and black and drove away from the scene, heading eastbound from the scene.

At this time, police have not released the name of the man killed.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - FOX13 obtained court documents revealing new details on what might have led to a deadly shooting outside a Frayser home early Friday morning.

Court records state it all started after a woman pulled into a driveway of a home on North Trezevant after she realized one of her car's headlights was out. A man came outside and told her to leave, records show.

The woman later told investigators that her passenger, identified as Rodriquez Poplar, tried to explain what was going on and the homeowner opened fire on the man, striking him in the stomach. According to the Memphis Police Department (MPD), the man died at a hospital.

Tommy Applewhite (Shelby County Sheriff's Office)

Officers were in the area heard the gunfire and responded. They arrived to find Tommy Applewhite holding a gun. Applewhite was charged with second-degree murder and was due in court Monday morning, records show.

Records say he's in jail on a $150,000 bail.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis police charged a man with voluntary manslaughter after investigators said he shot and killed a man who entered his East Memphis apartment early Thursday morning, court records show.

According to an affidavit, 30-year-old Marques Griffin told investigators a noise woke him up inside his apartment in the 1200 block of Robin Hood Lane. He said he grabbed a gun from under his pillow and found a man on the floor of his living room beneath an open window.

Court records show the man told Griffin, "I didn't know anyone lived here," before leaving through the front door.

Griffin followed the man outside and fired three shots as the man ran away, records show.

Records show Griffin placed the gun on his bed and called the police.

Officers arrived and found the man unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds. Paramedics took the man to Regional One in critical condition, where he later died.

Records show a handgun was recovered on the bed during a search of the apartment.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was stabbed to death Thursday morning in a Frayser neighborhood, according to the Memphis Police Department.

Just after 8 a.m., officers say they were called to the 3000 block of St Charles Place regarding an ambulance call.

A male victim was found suffering from a stab wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Police say a woman was detained at that time and that the two knew one another.

Source: wreg.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — At least two people were injured in a shooting around 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, in South Memphis.

According to a spokesperson with the Memphis Police Department, a shooting in the 1400 block of Patton Street left one person in critical condition and another in non-critical condition.

An officer on the scene later told an ABC24 crew that the person in critical condition died.

A spokesperson with MPD said that the department has not identified a suspect.

Source: localmemphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis police say one man is dead, and two men were critically injured in a shooting that happened in South Memphis on Sunday evening.

Officers were called to the 1300 block McMillan St at Richmond Ave. around 6:40 p.m.

One man was pronounced dead on the scene, according to MPD.

Police say two men were taken to the hospital in critical condition; one remains in critical condition and the other is listed as stable.

Source: wreg.com

***INVESTIGATION UPDATE***

On January 4, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 1300 block of McMillan Street. Upon arrival, officers located three males suffering from gunshot wounds. Two of the victims were transported to the hospital in critical condition. The third victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.

During the investigation, homicide investigators identified 20-year-old Rashod Manuel, also known as Rashod Shorter, as the suspect responsible for the shooting.

On August 3, 2026, Manuel was apprehended and charged with First-Degree Murder, Criminal Attempt First-Degree Murder (3X), Employing a Firearm with Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony (4X), and Reckless Endangerment with a Deadly Weapon.

Update Source: memphispolice.org

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The first weekend of the new year shows signs of an old problem in Memphis: gun violence.

The Memphis Police Department (MPD) has multiple investigations surrounding shootings that were launched between Friday and Sunday.

"It's a shame, because people are losing," said Frayser resident James Jones. "People lose their family members in a new year."

The new year is off to a deadly start in this apartment complex in Frayser. Early Sunday morning, shots rang out here in the 2500 block of Woodcliff Drive. MPD reported officers found a man in critical condition. He was rushed to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. No suspect information has been released at this time.

Source: fox13memphis.com

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Police charged a man with second-degree murder after a woman was shot and killed early Sunday morning, marking the city's first homicide of 2026.

Officers responded to the shooting in the 3800 block of Philsdale Avenue at 2:30 a.m.

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police identified the suspect as 88-year-old Raymond Dowdy.

According to police, the two were in a relationship.

Source: fox13memphis.com