Early on a quiet Wednesday morning, the Shrine School located at 4259 Forest View Drive was the scene of an unexpected and unwelcome event. According to a statement from the Memphis Police Department, a man broke into the educational institution, disrupting its sense of safety and security. The suspect forcibly entered and made off with an air compressor and a variety of other supplies, leaving in his wake a community dealing with the abstract loss that often accompanies the concrete.
Wearing a baseball cap, a white shirt, and jean shorts adorned with a design on the left leg, the suspect was described as a Black male. The Memphis Police Department's report indicates that he was seen carrying a backpack, perhaps to transport the stolen items that were reported taken at approximately 8:20 a.m. The description provided by the officials asks for witnesses to come forward, painting a vivid image of the suspect for public recognition.
Any person who can contribute information about this violation of the community's trust is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH (2274). With an emphasis on confidentiality, the officials have promised anonymity to those who come forward, hoping to catch the man who was seen wearing a baseball cap last seen on the school premises. Observant citizens who might have seen a man fitting that description around the time of the burglary are particularly called upon to help restore the peace that has been disturbed.
