Three Identified Gang Members Arrested Following Search Warrant; Firearms, Drugs Recovered

On Wednesday, July 29, 2026, the Memphis Police Department executed a search warrant at a residence in the 600 block of Whiteside Avenue as part of an ongoing gang investigation focused on known gang members.

During the execution of the search warrant, officers recovered:

  • Six firearms, including an AR-style rifle and two reported stolen handguns
  • Assorted rifle and handgun ammunition 
  • Multiple rifle and pistol magazines
  • Approximately three pounds of marijuana
  • Approximately 150 assorted pills
  • $1,500 in U.S. currency
  • Two vehicle programmers
  • Four key fobs
  • One money counting machine

Jerome Davis, 30, was arrested and charged with seven counts of Convicted Felon in Possession of Handgun, Possessing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, Prohibited Weapons to wit Machine Gun Conversion Device, Theft of Property to wit Handgun, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Oxycodone, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Marijuana, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Amphetamine, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Psilocybin, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Suboxone and Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Alprazolam.

Antwan Davis, 26, was arrested and charged with six counts of Convicted Felon in Possession of Handgun, Possessing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, Prohibited Weapons to wit Machine Gun Conversion Device, two counts of Theft of Property to wit Handgun, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Oxycodone, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Marijuana, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Psilocybin, and Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Alprazolam.

Caleb Wade, 21, was arrested and charged with Possessing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, Prohibited Weapons to wit Machine Gun Conversion Device, two counts of Theft of Property to wit Handgun, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Oxycodone, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Marijuana, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Psilocybin, and Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell to wit Alprazolam.

The Memphis Police Department remains committed to disrupting gang-related criminal activity and removing illegal firearms and narcotics from our neighborhoods. This investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges may be forthcoming.

A rectangular flyer with a blue and yellow color scheme displays the word “ARRESTED” at the top in large white letters on a blue background. In the upper-left corner is the seal of the Memphis Police Department. Below it, on the left side of the flyer, is a large badge-shaped graphic labeled “CRIME STOPPERS” with the phone number “901-528-CASH” and the website “www.crimestopmem.org.” Text below urges people to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously and notes they could receive a cash reward. On the right side of the flyer is a mugshot-style photograph of a person standing in front of a height measurement backdrop. Text next to the photo reads “Jerome Davis, Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun.” Beneath that is a list of charges in bullet points, including possession of a handgun, possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, possession of various controlled substances with intent to manufacture/deliver/sell, theft of property, and possession of a prohibited machine gun conversion device. The Memphis Police Department seal appears again in the bottom-right corner. A rectangular flyer with a blue and yellow color scheme shows the word “ARRESTED” in large white letters on a blue background at the top. In the upper-left corner is the seal of the Memphis Police Department. Below it, on the left side of the flyer, is a large badge-shaped graphic containing the text “CRIME STOPPERS” with the phone number “901-528-CASH” and the website “www.crimestopmem.org.” Additional text urges people to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at “901-528-2274” and notes that a cash reward may be available. On the right side of the flyer is a mugshot-style photograph of a person standing before a height measurement backdrop. Next to the photo is bold text reading “Antwan Davis, Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun.” Beneath that is a bulleted list of charges, including multiple counts of being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun, possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, possession of a prohibited machine gun conversion device, two counts of theft of property involving a handgun, and possession of various controlled substances (Oxycodone, Marijuana, Alprazolam, Psilocybin) with intent to manufacture/deliver/sell. The Memphis Police Department seal appears again in the bottom-right corner of the flyer. A rectangular flyer with a blue and yellow color scheme displays the word “ARRESTED” in large white letters on a blue background at the top. In the upper-left corner is the official seal of the Memphis Police Department. Beneath that, on the left side, is a large badge-shaped graphic labeled “CRIME STOPPERS” with the phone number “901-528-CASH” and the website “www.crimestopmem.org.” Additional text encourages contacting Crime Stoppers anonymously at “901-528-2274” and notes that callers could be eligible for a cash reward. On the right side of the flyer is a mugshot-style photograph of a person standing in front of a height measurement backdrop. To the right of the photo, bold text reads “Caleb Wade – Prohibited Weapon.” Below is a bullet‑point list of charges, including: possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, possession of a prohibited weapon described as a machine gun conversion device, two counts of theft of property involving a handgun, and possession of several controlled substances (Oxycodone, Marijuana, Psilocybin, Alprazolam) with intent to manufacture/deliver/sell. The Memphis Police Department seal appears again in the bottom-right corner of the flyer. A wide photo shows a conference‑room‑style setting inside a Memphis Police Department facility. In the background, there is a podium with the department’s seal on the front, positioned against a light gray wall with power outlets visible. Large monitors are mounted on the wall above the podium. Two long tables sit on either side of the room. In the foreground, a third table is covered with arranged items. These items include several firearms of different types, numerous magazines, assorted ammunition, various plastic bags containing unidentified materials, multiple small containers, and electronic devices. Chairs are lined up in front of the table. At the bottom of the image, a blue banner displays the Memphis Police Department seal, the text “Memphis Police Department – Established in 1827,” and the website “joinmpd.com.” Beside the website are several small social media icons.