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MPD traced a stolen Mercedes to Whitehaven; four were arrested and officers recovered nine handguns, one conversion device and about 40 vehicle key fobs.
An 18-year-old accused in a South Memphis triple shooting that killed 93-year-old Geraldine Harris was moved to adult court on March 5. He faces first‑degree murder and related charges; bond was set at $1M.
Federal prosecutors are reviewing whether to bring charges in the case against DeAndre and Vinessa Brown after a state audit flagged $626K missing from their nonprofit.
A Memphis woman was indicted on vehicular homicide and DUI-related charges tied to a May 17, 2024 Boston Street crash. She previously served nearly a year for a 2020 DUI.
A 20-year-old Memphis man was indicted on first‑degree murder in a June 15, 2025 South Memphis shooting; court records show bail set at $500,000.
Nearly two years after a Midtown shooting killed her 16‑year‑old son, a Memphis mother says the case remains unsolved as the city examines short‑term rental rules.
Federal marshals arrested a second suspect in the December slaying of longtime Beale Street performer Tajuan "T‑Todd" Todd. Two of three suspects are now in custody as the case heads to court.
Court records show Delvone Williams was indicted again in the 2020 killing of Memphis firefighter Courtney Anderson. The refiled charges include first‑degree murder and aggravated robbery.
A Collierville police officer was booked on a domestic assault charge after deputies say a March 2 fight with his girlfriend in Fayette County turned physical.
A man was seriously injured in a Grahamwood hit-and-run Tuesday; police say the driver fled in a green-and-gray pickup. Tips: 901-528-CASH.
Two men threatened a Family Dollar employee in Crosstown and fled with about $200 in merchandise; police are asking witnesses to come forward.
Gunfire struck a Frayser Taco Bell on March 2; a drive‑thru worker was nearly hit and police are asking for tips and video.
Memphis is asking a judge to close the Home 1 Extended Stay motel on American Way after new shootings, overdoses and robberies tied to the property.
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