Two Homicide Arrests Made Within 24 Hours; Homicide Clearance Rate at 89%

The Memphis Police Department made two arrests in separate homicide investigations within 24 hours, reflecting the continued work of MPD officers, investigators, and the Homicide Bureau to identify and apprehend those responsible for violent crimes.

Homicide Arrest – 1100 Block of Cannon Street

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On September 21, 2026, at approximately 9:56 a.m., officers responded to a man-down call in the 1100 block of Cannon Street. Officers located a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

During the course of the investigation, homicide investigators determined that Christopher Banks was responsible for the shooting. On October 3, 2026, officers located Banks and took him into custody.

Christopher Banks, 35, was arrested and charged with 1st-Degree Murder in Perpetration of a Robbery.

Homicide Arrest – 4600 Block of Yosemite Court

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On October 4, 2026, at approximately 1:36 a.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 4600 block of Yosemite Court. Officers arrived and located a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

During the course of the investigation, homicide investigators determined that Daruis Calvin was responsible for the shooting.

Calvin sustained injuries during the incident and was later located at a hospital in Crittenden County, Arkansas just hours after the shooting.

Daruis Calvin, 26, was arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder, Employing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony and Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun. He is awaiting extradition to Shelby County.

MPD’s homicide clearance rate currently stands at 89%.

Public safety poster from the Memphis Police Department and Crime Stoppers announcing an arrest. A large banner at the top reads “ARRESTED” beside the Memphis Police Department seal. The center of the poster contains a booking-style photograph of an adult wearing a light-colored shirt in front of a height chart. Text identifies the charge as “First-Degree Murder.” Additional text states that the individual, age 35, was charged with “First-Degree Murder in Perpetration of a Robbery.” A blue Crime Stoppers panel on the left displays the phone number “901-528-CASH,” the website “www.crimestopmem.org,” and a request to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at “901-528-2274,” noting that callers may be eligible for a cash reward. The poster uses blue, gold, white, and black colors and includes Memphis Police Department logos. Poster-style arrest announcement from the Memphis Police Department and Crime Stoppers. A large blue banner across the top displays the Memphis Police Department seal and the word “ARRESTED” in large white letters. Below, the left side contains a blue Crime Stoppers shield logo with the phone number “901-528-CASH.” Additional text reads: “www.crimestopmem.org” “CONTACT CRIME STOPPERS ANONYMOUSLY 901-528-2274” “You could be eligible for a CASH reward!” The right side features a booking-style photograph of an individual in front of a height-chart background. Next to the photo, large text reads: “Daruis Calvin” “First Degree Murder” Further text states: “Daruis Calvin, 26, was charged with:” “First-Degree Murder” “Employing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony” “Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun” The poster uses a yellow and blue color scheme with Memphis Police Department seals in the upper-left and lower-right corners. The overall design resembles a public safety bulletin or arrest notification distributed by law enforcement and Crime Stoppers.

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