Memphis police say they are investigating a reported early Sunday morning shooting in the Whitehaven neighborhood after officers were called to the area near Elvis Presley Boulevard and East Shelby Drive at about 1:41 a.m., according to authorities. Investigators said they were still working to confirm whether anyone was injured and urged anyone with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.
Police response and what they say
According to WREG, officers arrived on scene at roughly 1:41 a.m. and confirmed that an active investigation was underway in the Whitehaven area. As of the initial report, the Memphis Police Department had not released any suspect information or confirmed the identities of possible victims, WREG noted. Investigators asked witnesses to come forward and to share any video or details that might help move the case along.
Whitehaven's recent run of shootings
The incident is the latest in a string of shootings in Whitehaven this spring, with local outlets reporting multiple cases along Shelby Drive and surrounding streets. As reported by Action News 5, officers have responded to several violent calls in the neighborhood in recent weeks. Hoodline's Bloody Night On Shelby Drive detailed a March 30 shooting that left one person dead and others critically wounded, underscoring residents' growing concerns about recurring gun violence.
What to do if you witnessed it
Police reiterated that anyone with information should contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH or call the Memphis Police Department's non-emergency lines, WREG reports. We will update this story as officials release additional details.
