MPD Fugitive Unit Apprehends Suspect Wanted in Fatal Paradise Lounge Shooting

On July 15, 2026, the Memphis Police Department’s Fugitive Unit apprehended 36-year-old Dewuan Harris in the 200 block of South Front Street. 

On July 12, 2026, at approximately 4:25 a.m., officers responded to a shooting at Paradise Lounge, located at 5959 Winchester Road. Officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced deceased on the scene. 

Harris was identified as the suspect and wanted on charges of First-Degree Murder, Attempted First-Degree Murder (3x), and Possession of a Firearm with Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony. 

A poster with a blue and gold color scheme features the Memphis Police Department seal at the top above a large heading that reads “ARRESTED.” Below, on the left side, there is a badge-shaped graphic labeled “CRIME STOPPERS” with the phone number 901‑528‑CASH and the website www.crimestopmem.org. Text below instructs readers to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 901‑528‑2274 and notes that a cash reward may be available. To the right, there is a rectangular photo of an individual seated inside a vehicle. Next to the photo, large text reads: “Dewuan Harris — First-Degree Murder.” Below that, smaller text states: “Dewuan Harris, 36, was charged with:” followed by three bullet points: • First-Degree Murder • Attempted First-Degree Murder (3X) • Possession of a Firearm with Intent to Commit a Dangerous Felony The bottom right corner contains a small Memphis Police Department seal.

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