A Sunday afternoon shooting on Mackham Avenue rattled the Oakhaven neighborhood of southeast Memphis, leaving a man in critical condition and three people detained as police sort through what happened.
What Police Say Happened
According to Action News 5, officers responded around 4:36 p.m. to reports of gunfire on Mackham Avenue. When they arrived, they found a man who had been shot. He was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
Police told the outlet that three people were detained at or near the scene. No names have been released, and the department has not announced any formal charges as the investigation continues.
How to Help
The Memphis Police Department has not shared further information about the detained individuals or any possible charges. According to the Memphis Police Department, non-emergency tips can be reported at 901-545-COPS, and CrimeStoppers can be reached at 901-528-CASH for anonymous leads.
Oakhaven Context
This is the latest shooting reported in the Oakhaven area. Action News 5 previously covered a July 2025 shooting in Oakhaven that also left a man critically injured.
Neighbors and local outlets have repeatedly raised concerns about recurring violence in parts of southeast Memphis, and police say they continue to investigate each incident.
The Memphis Police Department's investigation into this latest shooting remains active, and officials have released only limited information so far. Hoodline will update this report if authorities provide additional details.
