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MPD Investigation Leads to Apprehension of Three Juveniles Linked to 21 Auto Thefts

On July 21, 2026, the Memphis Police Department apprehended three juveniles in connection with a series of auto thefts that occurred primarily in the Raines Station area between July 12 and July 18, 2026.

Burglary: 2099 Thomas Road

On July 5, 2026, at approximately 9:00 a.m., officers responded to a business burglary at 2099 Thomas Road at 1 Power Tools.

Hit and Run Crash: Airways Boulevard at Supreme Avenue

On Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 5:27 AM, the Memphis Police Department responded to a critical pedestrian crash at Airways Boulevard and Supreme Avenue.

Hit and Run Crash: Robin Hood Lane and Heather Lane

WC2616450 On Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 11:49 PM, the Memphis Police Department responded to a critical pedestrian crash on Robin Hood Lane, just north of Heather Lane. An unknown hit-and-run driver struck and critically injured a pedestrian and fled the scene. Anyone with information should call Crimestoppers at 901-528-CASH.

Arrested: 3200 Block of Southbridge St.

On July 19, 2026, officers responded to a Custodial Interference incident in the 3200 block of Southbridge Street regarding a father leaving the residence without permission with his juvenile son.

Murder: 3600 Block of Beverly Terrace Drive

On July 9, 2026, officers performed a welfare check in the 3600 block of Beverly Terrace.

Operation Pressure Point Results in 246 Arrests, Recovery of Illegal Firearms and Deadly Drugs

Throughout the month of June, MPD’s Organized Crime Unit and Multi-Agency Gang Unit led Operation Pressure Point, an operation focused on identifying violent offenders, recovering illegal firearms, and removing deadly drugs across Memphis.

Arrest: 1700 Block of Hunter Avenue

On July 17, 2026, the Memphis Police Department's Fugitive Unit apprehended 33-year-old Jamelle Johnson in the area of Spottswood Ave. and Airways Blvd.

Business Robbery: 585 Highland St

On July 13, 2026, at 10:50 p.m., officers responded to a business robbery at the Circle K located at 585 Highland Street.

Arrested: 3000 Block of Travis Rd

On July 16, 2026, at approximately 1:50 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3000 block of Travis Rd.

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. 

Drone Deployment Leads to Robbery Arrests and Firearm Recoveries

On July 14, 2026, the Memphis Police Department arrested two 18-year-old suspects responsible for a series of armed robberies, resulting in the clearance of three separate investigations.

Fatal Hit and Run Crash: North Hollywood Street, South of Interstate 40

WC2506392 On March 23, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., officers responded to a fatal pedestrian hit and run crash on N. Hollywood Street, south of Interstate 40. Upon arriving on the scene, officers found that a hit and run driver struck a male pedestrian and left the scene. The pedestrian...

Robbery Investigation Leads to Arrests, Recovery of Illegal Modified Firearms, Drugs, and Evidence in Multiple Cases

 A robbery investigation resulted in the arrest of three suspects and the recovery of three firearms, including two illegally modified with conversion devices commonly known as "switches". Officers also recovered felony narcotics and evidence linking the suspects to two separate robberies.

Robbery: 4627 American Way

On July 12, 2026, at 5:03 p.m., officers responded to a robbery at 4627 American Way.

Aggravated Assault: 3100 Block of S. Mendenhall Rd.

On July 12, 2026, at 2:37 a.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 3100 block of S. Mendenhall Rd.

MPD Apprehends Suspect in Aggravated Assault, Seizes Illegal Weapons

On July 11, 2026, at approximately 7:40 p.m., officers responded to an Aggravated Assault call in the 4700 Block of Cottonwood Rd.

MPD Apprehends First-Degree Murder Suspect

On July 8, 2026, the Memphis Police Department arrested 28-year-old Marquillo Kelly in connection with the homicide in the 4100 block of Barron Avenue. 

Aggravated Assault: 2200 Block of Frayser Boulevard

On July 1, 2026, at approximately 1:55 p.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 2200 block of Frayser Blvd.

Traffic Advisory: Front Street Closure

Northbound and southbound lanes on Front Street between Monroe Avenue will be closed through December 1 due to construction.