A man was shot to death Monday evening inside a North Memphis convenience store, according to police. Officers and emergency crews responded after reports of gunfire and found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives have not announced any arrests, and the investigation remains active.
Shooting details
The shooting happened at a store at 262 Decatur Street, according to WREG. Witnesses told the outlet that a suspect fled the scene in a gray vehicle. Officials have not released a suspect's name or a possible motive. Investigators are continuing to canvass the area and review any available surveillance footage from nearby businesses and homes.
How investigators are responding
The Memphis Police Department and CrimeStoppers are asking anyone with information to call 901-528-CASH, the department's site notes. City guidance also urges neighbors and nearby businesses to preserve any doorbell, security, or dash-cam footage that might help detectives piece together what happened.
Location and context
The property at 262 Decatur Street is listed online as Dixie Grill & Deli, a small convenience-store storefront, according to MapQuest. Local reporting has tracked a string of shootings at gas stations and corner stores across Memphis in recent months, a trend highlighted in earlier coverage of the South Memphis BP bloodshed.
Anyone with tips, photos, or videos related to the shooting is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH or contact the Memphis Police Department's non-emergency line. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and are urging witnesses to come forward anonymously if they can assist.
