Homicide Suspect Apprehended: 1300 Block of McMillan Street 

On January 4, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 1300 block of McMillan Street. Upon arrival, officers located three males suffering from gunshot wounds. Two of the victims were transported to the hospital in critical condition. The third victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

During the investigation, homicide investigators identified 20-year-old Rashod Manuel, also known as Rashod Shorter, as the suspect responsible for the shooting.
On August 3, 2026, Manuel was apprehended and charged with First-Degree Murder, Criminal Attempt First-Degree Murder (3X), Employing a Firearm with Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony (4X), and Reckless Endangerment with a Deadly Weapon.
A graphic poster with a blue and yellow color scheme. Across the top, a large blue banner displays the word “ARRESTED” in bold white letters, with the seal of the Memphis Police Department on the left.
Below, the left side contains a blue shield-shaped logo with the words “CRIME STOPPERS” and the phone number “901-528-CASH.” Beneath it is the website “www.crimestopmem.org,” followed by text encouraging anonymous contact at “901-528-2274” and stating “You could be eligible for a CASH reward!”
To the right, there is a rectangular photo showing an individual with shoulder-length hair facing forward. Next to the photo, bold black text reads “Rashod Manuel” and “First-Degree Murder.”
A paragraph below states: “Rashod Manuel, 20, was charged with:” followed by bullet points listing charges:
• First-Degree Murder
• Attempted First-Degree Murder (3X)
• Employing a Firearm with Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony (4X)
• Reckless Endangerment with a Deadly Weapon
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