News List
Peeping Tom: 500 Block of South Mendenhall Road
On February 27, 2026, at 4:27 p.m., officers responded to a peeping tom in the 500 block of Mendenhall Road.
Burglary: 3200 Block of Sinclair Street
On April 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., officers responded to a burglary in the 3200 block of Sinclair Street.
Homicide: 1385 South Bellevue Boulevard
On March 28, 2026, at 1:06 a.m., officers responded to a shooting at 1385 South Bellevue Boulevard at the In & Out Express.
Homicide: 2800 Block of Mimosa Avenue
On June 23, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 2800 block of Mimosa Avenue in front of the Chickasaw Place Apartments.
Sustain the Gains: MPD Reports Crime Down More Than 40% in First Quarter 2026
The Memphis Police Department is reporting continued progress in reducing crime citywide in 2026. First-quarter data shows a significant downward trend, with overall crime down 41.5% from January 1 through March 31. Every station saw reductions, reflecting a citywide impact. Homicides have also declined, with a 31% reduction compared to...
Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Crash: North Holmes Street and Yale Avenue
On Tuesday, April 01, 2025, at 9:16 p.m., officers responded to a fatal pedestrian crash on North Holmes Street and Yale Avenue.
Critical Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Crash: N. Highland Street and Faxon Avenue
On Sunday, May 11, 2025, at approximately 11:40 p.m., officers responded to a critical pedestrian crash on N. Highland Street near Faxon Avenue.
Critical Hit and Run Crash: North Evergreen Street and Edward Avenue
On Saturday, June 28, 2025, at about 4:30 a.m., officers responded to a man-down call at North Evergreen Street and Edward Avenue.
Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Crash: Poplar Avenue near Cresthaven Road
On Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 4:00 a.m., officers responded to a fatal pedestrian crash on Poplar Avenue near Cresthaven Road.
Five Arrested Within Minutes Following Southbridge Street Shooting
On April 6, 2026, at approximately 1:00 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3200 block of Southbridge Street.
Attempted Burglary: 6000 Block of Summer Trace Drive
On Sunday, April 5, 2026, at 7:10 p.m., officers responded to an attempted burglary in the 6000 block of Summer Trace Drive.
False Pretenses: 40 South Main Street
On April 1, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m., officers responded to a false pretense at 40 South Main Street.
Burglary of a Business: 298 Germantown Bend Cove
On April 1, 2026, at 6:22 a.m., officers responded to a theft from building call at 298 Germantown Bend Cove.
Business Robbery: 751 Truse Parkway
On March 29, 2026, at 7:53 a.m., officers responded to the scene of a business robbery at the Kroger Fuel Center located at 751 Truse Parkway.
Fatal Hit and Run Crash: Airways Boulevard and Plough Boulevard
On December 27, 2025, at approximately 9:42 p.m., officers responded to a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash at Airways Boulevard and Plow Boulevard.
Robbery of an Individual: 4100 block of Yale Road
On April 4, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., officers responded to a robbery of an individual in the 4100 block of Yale Road.
Aggravated Assault: 300 Block of Riverside Drive
On Saturday, April 4, 2026, around 12:51 a.m., officers responded to an Aggravated Assault in the 300 block of Riverside Drive.
Homicide: 6100 Block of Ridgewyck Drive
On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 6:36 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 6100 block of Ridgewyck Drive.
Aggravated Assault: Rufus Thomas and Beale Alley
On March 20, 2026, at approximately 11:45 p.m., officers responded to a shooting at Rufus Thomas and Beale Alley.
The Memphis Police Department Recognizes World Autism Awareness/Acceptance Day
Today, on World Autism Awareness/Acceptance Day, the Memphis Police Department recognizes this year’s theme, “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value.” Throughout the month, many MPD officers are wearing autism awareness pins as a visible reminder of the department’s commitment to understanding and supporting individuals on the autism spectrum.

