A man was shot and killed Sunday in the Heights neighborhood of Memphis, according to police. Officers responded just before 1 p.m. to the 3300 block of Buchanan Avenue, where they found the victim, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to FOX13 Memphis, the Memphis Police Department said detectives are investigating the death as a homicide and were processing evidence Sunday afternoon. Investigators described a possible suspect vehicle as a dark gray or silver car. Officials have not released the victim's name or any suspected motive.
Police Ask Community to Come Forward
The Memphis Police Department urged anyone with information to call CrimeStoppers at (901) 528-2274 and asked residents in the area to check doorbell, dash, and home security cameras for potential footage. For urgent but non-emergency tips, the department lists 901-545-COPS on its website.
Violence in Nearby Neighborhoods
The Heights killing follows another shooting in Parkway Village earlier in the week, part of a string of violent calls that have kept detectives busy across the city, the outlet reported. Community leaders and police have asked neighbors to share any video or information that could help link cases and identify suspects.
Investigators say the probe is ongoing and that additional details will be released as they are confirmed. Anyone with tips is asked to contact CrimeStoppers at (901) 528-2274 or submit an anonymous tip online, according to the Memphis Police Department.
