Midday gunfire rattled Memphis’ Orange Mound neighborhood on Thursday when a woman was found shot in the 1500 block of David Street, according to police. She was taken to a hospital in non‑critical condition, and Memphis police say the case is still under active investigation.
Officers were called to the scene at about 12:27 p.m. and found the wounded woman, then stayed on site while detectives worked the area for evidence, according to FOX13 Memphis. Investigators have not released any details about a possible suspect or motive.
Neighborhood Trend And Recent Incidents
The shooting adds to a tense month for Orange Mound, where violent incidents have been stacking up. Action News 5 reported that a May 5 shooting outside a club left eight people wounded. Just days later, overnight convenience store gunfire on May 8 also sent one person to the hospital.
Across these recent cases, local reporting notes a familiar pattern. Investigators keep turning back to the neighborhood, asking residents to share what they saw or any video that might help piece together what is happening on these streets.
How To Help Investigators
Police are again leaning on the public for help. Anyone with information about Thursday’s shooting is urged to contact CrimeStoppers of Memphis and Shelby County at 901‑528‑CASH or submit a tip online through the CrimeStoppers website. Witnesses who may have surveillance footage or other potential evidence are encouraged to reach out to the Memphis Police Department to assist detectives as the investigation continues.
