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3 A.M. Gunfire Brings Swarm of Cops to South Memphis Street

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Published on April 15, 2026
3 A.M. Gunfire Brings Swarm of Cops to South Memphis StreetSource: Thomas R Machnitzki, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Memphis police flooded a South Memphis block before dawn Wednesday after a shooting on Alice Avenue near Marjorie Street jolted the neighborhood awake. Officers were called out just before 3 a.m., and the stretch was quickly sealed off as detectives worked the scene into the early morning hours. As of now, officials have not released details about any victims or announced any arrests.

Police activity and early reporting

According to Action News 5, Memphis Police Department officers were dispatched at about 2:52 a.m. When the station’s crew arrived, they found a heavy police presence concentrated around Alice Avenue and Marjorie Street. The early update from the scene was filed by reporter Joel Moore.

How to report tips

The Memphis Police Department is asking anyone with information about the shooting to call its non-emergency line at 901-545-2677. Tipsters can also reach CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH (2274). Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward through CrimeStoppers.

What comes next

Homicide investigators and forensic teams are expected to keep processing the scene and canvassing for witnesses as the investigation moves forward. This story will be updated as the Memphis Police Department or prosecutors release additional information.