Fatal Hit and Run: East St and EH Crump Blvd

WC2514683

On June 26, 2025, at 2:24 a.m., officers responded to a hit-and-run vehicle accident at East St and EH Crump Blvd. Upon arriving on scene, the officer located a stolen blue 2016 Hyundai Elantra, which was traveling southbound on East St. when it disregarded the red light and struck a Ford Escape. The occupants of the Hyundai Elantra fled on foot southbound on East St. from the scene. The driver of the Ford Escape was transported to the hospital in critical condition. The driver later succumbed to their injuries.

Anyone with information should contact Crimestoppers at 901-528-CASH.

A black‑and‑white security camera image shows a parked vehicle in a driveway at night. Two individuals are walking on the right side of the frame near the vehicle. The scene appears to be recorded by a Nest camera. In the bottom-left corner, there is a Memphis Police Department badge and text that reads: “Memphis Police Department — Crimestoppers 901‑528‑CASH.” The surrounding area includes a building wall on the left, a support post, a driveway, and what appears to be a residential neighborhood in the background.

 

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