Memphis police are actively searching for 22-year-old Victor Peeler, the suspect in a July 4 shooting that targeted officers. According to a X post by the Memphis Police Department, the shooting happened early that morning when officers responded to a disturbance at Peabody Place and Rufus Thomas Boulevard. A passenger in a black Nissan Juke opened fire on them.
Felony Suspect Wanted
— Memphis Police Dept (@MEM_PoliceDept) July 6, 2025
Victor Peeler, Age 22
MEMPHIS, TN – The Memphis Police Department is looking for
Victor Peeler, and we need your help.
On Friday, July 4, 2025, at 1:47 a.m., officers responded to an armed party disturbance call at Peabody Place and Rufus Thomas Boulevard.… pic.twitter.com/DxsYD2ln8y
Thankfully, no one was hurt, but police have issued a warrant for Peeler’s arrest on 12 counts of attempted first-degree murder and reckless endangerment. Officers were first alerted by the Downtown Command Center, which saw the incident live on surveillance cameras, as reported by the Memphis Police Department.
Peeler is now wanted in connection with the shooting, and police are asking for the public’s help to find him. Anyone with information has been urged to contact Crime Stoppers at the number provided, 901-528-CASH (2274), and help in facilitating a swift apprehension, as per the Memphis Police Department.
