An early-morning shooting brought Memphis police into the Whitehaven neighborhood on Saturday after officers were called to the 3600 block of Claymore Drive near Millbranch Road. The call came in at 6:09 a.m., and dispatchers said it was still unclear whether anyone had been injured. Officers were reported to still be on scene while detectives began their initial inquiries.
Memphis Police dispatch laid out the basic response and timeline, according to Action News 5. The outlet reported that officers remained at the scene and that additional details were not available at the time of reporting. MPD had not released information about suspects or victims as investigators canvassed the area.
Whitehaven's recent run of incidents
This call is the latest in a string of shootings and shots-fired reports in Whitehaven this spring, a pattern local outlets have tracked. Coverage from Hoodline of a May 12 Kingsgate Drive incident and earlier apartment shootings noted that residents and community groups have been alarmed by the frequency of violence. Those stories highlight the pressure on patrol officers and the importance of tips from neighbors as investigators work to identify suspects.
What investigators say
According to Action News 5, dispatch said “officers are still at the scene” and that “additional details will be provided as they become available.” Detectives were canvassing the area to gather evidence and speak with witnesses as the probe continued. This story will be updated when MPD issues a formal statement or when reporters on the ground share new details.
