Gunfire shattered the quiet at a South Memphis intersection late Friday night, sending officers rushing to S. Bellevue Boulevard and Walker Avenue just before midnight. Police blocked off the corner and stayed into the early hours, combing the area for shell casings and witnesses. It was not immediately clear whether anyone was struck.
According to WREG, officers rolled up on the scene just minutes before midnight on June 12 and found evidence consistent with a shooting. Memphis police are now working to determine if anyone was hurt and how the gunfire started.
Where This Happened
The intersection of S. Bellevue and Walker sits in the Soulsville pocket of South Memphis, a stretch that has seen repeated late-night shootings this year. Hoodline's earlier look at gunfire rattling Soulsville highlights how frequently this corridor has been caught in the crosshairs.
Police Appeal For Tips
Per the Memphis Police Department, anyone with information is urged to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH (901-528-2274). Tips can also be submitted online through the CrimeStoppers website. Investigators are especially interested in hearing from anyone who saw, filmed, or even just heard the incident so detectives can follow up on every possible lead.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities say the investigation is active and more details will be released once they are confirmed. The initial report on the incident was filed by Billy Gibbs for WREG. This story will be updated as Memphis police provide new information.
