MPD Investigates Four Weekend Homicides, Most Linked to Domestic Violence and Personal Conflicts

This weekend, Memphis experienced four homicides, three of which investigators determined stemmed from domestic violence situations, personal disputes, or conflicts between individuals who knew one another. None of the incidents appear to be random acts of violence or robbery-related.

On May 23, 2026, at 6:36 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3600 block of Claymore Drive. Officers located a 24-year-old female victim who was transported to the hospital in critical condition. She later succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased.

Homicide investigators responded and determined that the victim was involved in an argument with a male suspect prior to the shooting. Investigators further determined that the suspect was a former intimate partner of the victim. An arrest has not been made at this time.

On May 24, 2026, at 9:07 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 4100 block of Olathe Drive. Officers located a 16-year-old male victim who was pronounced deceased on the scene. A 16-year-old male suspect was charged with Reckless Homicide.

On May 24, 2026, at 4:16 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3100 block of Teakrock Lane. Officers located a 38-year-old female victim who was pronounced deceased on scene. Investigators received information that the suspect was the victim’s boyfriend and had fled to a location in Mississippi. Law enforcement partners were contacted, and the suspect, 33-year-old Princeton Morris, was located and arrested. He is currently in custody in Mississippi, awaiting extradition. A warrant was issued charging Morris with Second-Degree Murder, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, Theft of a Firearm less than $2,500, and Theft of Property $2,500–$10,000.

On May 24, 2026, at 8:12 p.m., officers responded to a stabbing in the 5400 block of Hudgins Road. A 23-year-old male victim was located and transported to the hospital in critical condition. He later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. Homicide investigators determined the victim had been involved in a physical altercation with a neighbor prior to being fatally wounded.

At 11:25 p.m., officers responded to a local hospital where a 20-year-old male, later identified as Jamarion Kerr, arrived suffering from a stab wound. Kerr was treated and taken into custody. He has been charged with First-Degree Murder.

Four people lost their lives this weekend, and multiple families are now facing unimaginable loss. In nearly every case, the violence escalated from an argument or personal conflict between individuals who knew one another.

The Memphis Police Department is urging community members to pause, walk away, and seek another solution before emotions turn deadly. A single moment of anger can have permanent consequences — leaving families devastated, children traumatized, and lives forever changed.

A public safety announcement poster from the Memphis Police Department with a large “ARRESTED” heading at the top. On the left side, there is a blue Crime Stoppers logo with a phone number, website, and a note that tips can be submitted anonymously for a possible cash reward. On the right side, the poster lists the name “Princeton Morris” and the charge “Second-Degree Murder.” Below the name, the text states that the individual, age 33, has warrants for several offenses, including Second-Degree Murder, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, Theft of a Firearm less than $2,500, and Theft of Property valued between $2,500 and $10,000. A small circular Memphis Police Department seal appears in the bottom-right corner.A public safety poster from the Memphis Police Department with a large “ARRESTED” heading at the top. On the left side, there is a blue Crime Stoppers logo with the phone number 901‑528‑CASH, the website crimestopmem.org, and information about contacting Crime Stoppers anonymously and being eligible for a cash reward. On the right side, the poster states “16-year-old Male” and “Reckless Homicide.” Below that, the text explains that a 16‑year‑old male was charged with reckless homicide. A small Memphis Police Department seal appears in the bottom-right corner of the poster.A public safety poster from the Memphis Police Department featuring a large “ARRESTED” heading at the top. On the left side, there is a blue Crime Stoppers logo with the phone number 901‑528‑CASH, the website crimestopmem.org, and information stating that tips can be submitted anonymously and may qualify for a cash reward. On the right side, the poster displays the name “Jamarion Kerr” with the listed charge “First-Degree Murder.” Beneath this text, the poster states that Jamarion Kerr, age 20, was charged with first-degree murder. A small Memphis Police Department seal appears in the bottom-right corner.

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