A late-night scare in Memphis’ Hyde Park neighborhood ended with one person in cuffs early Monday after police say a suspect tried to force their way into a home and fired a shot during the chaos. No one inside was hit, and officers later said they recovered burglary tools as they moved in on the scene around 1:30 a.m.
Police: Shot Fired During Attempted Break-In
According to FOX13 Memphis, officers rushed to a house on Eldridge Avenue near Hollywood after a 911 call reported someone trying to break in. Memphis police told the station the suspect attempted to force entry and fired one shot before officers arrived. Investigators later found tools believed to be used for burglary, and a Memphis resident was taken into custody at the scene. Authorities have not yet said exactly what charges that person will face.
Neighborhood Concern
The incident has stirred fresh anxiety in Hyde Park, where residents say a string of recent break-ins has already frayed nerves and pushed more neighbors to talk about reviving or expanding watch groups. Recent coverage that has tracked similar residential burglaries across Memphis has only added to the sense that people are keeping a closer eye on their blocks.
Police urged anyone who may have security video or information about the attempted home invasion to contact the Memphis Police Department. Tips can be submitted through the department’s website or by calling 901-545-COPS, according to the Memphis Police Department.
Legal Status And Investigation
One person remains in custody as detectives continue to piece together what happened during the early-morning confrontation, FOX13 Memphis reported. Investigators are expected to present the case to the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office for charging decisions once their work is complete. In the meantime, officials are again asking anyone with tips or video from the area to reach out to CrimeStoppers or MPD as the investigation moves forward.
