On Monday, November 17, 2025, at 2:09 pm, officers responded to a shooting at 2760 North Germantown Parkway. Officers arrived and located a male victim who was transported to the hospital in critical condition, where he was pronounced deceased. The male suspect fled the scene in a white SUV. He was detained in the 1700 block of Combs Street. The victim and suspect were involved in an altercation before the shooting. 

Yahir Mejia, 22, was arrested and charged with Second-Degree Murder.

“Yesterday’s arrest was an example of the determination of the Memphis Police Department, Memphis Safe Task Force, and our Homicide Investigators to keep violent offenders off our streets. Their work ensured this individual was identified and taken into custody without delay. Our commitment to protecting our city remains steadfast, and we will continue working every day to build a Stronger, Safer Memphis.” Chief Cerelyn ‘CJ’ Davis

“The Memphis Safe Task Force represents the very best of collaboration between local, state, and federal partners,” said Tyreece Miller, U.S. Marshal for the Western District of Tennessee. “Through swift and coordinated action, we are building safer environments for the citizens of Memphis, ensuring this community can continue to thrive with confidence in its security.”