Crime & Safety stories in Memphis

Keith Danner, 53, has been arrested on charges of sexual battery and fondling in Horn Lake, MS. The police are continuing their investigation and seeking additional information from the public.

Two men have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a man during a robbery at an apartment complex in Memphis. Darion Holliway, 20, faces multiple charges including first-degree murder and aggravated robbery.

Memphis Police responded to a shooting at an apartment complex in Cordova early Friday morning. No suspect information is currently available as the investigation continues.

A shooting in Whitehaven left a male victim in critical condition, prompting police to detain four men and a woman. The incident occurred on Mill Stream Dr. on Thursday evening.

A 40-year-old Midtown man, Jarvis Alexander Powell, has been charged after a boy directed police to a drug stash. Powell's bond is set at $100,000, and he is scheduled to appear in court on Friday.

Amanda Kate Walker Bass, a 36-year-old from Fayette County, has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for falsely claiming to be a Marine Corps veteran and soliciting donations. She will also serve three years of supervised release following her prison term.

A 34-year-old man, Brandon A. Anderson, was arrested after allegedly leading a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper on a chase exceeding 110 mph through a construction zone. He faces multiple charges including evading arrest and reckless driving.

Joseph Dalton Bowman, a 32-year-old from Nashville, faces federal charges related to child exploitation that may involve victims in Memphis. Authorities are investigating his activities across multiple states following a federal grand jury indictment.

The Memphis Police Department and Memphis Safe Task Force reported multiple arrests, including a suspect in a road rage shooting and three gang members. This update highlights ongoing efforts to combat crime in the city.

Amanda Kate Walker Bass, 36, from Fayette County, has been sentenced to 16 months in federal prison for falsely claiming to be a combat-wounded veteran to solicit donations. This case highlights the serious consequences of fraudulent claims related to military service.

A suspect is in custody following a shooting in Clarksdale, Mississippi, that left a man and a girl injured. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a police response to the scene.

A 14-year-old boy has been charged with manslaughter following the accidental shooting of another 14-year-old in Osceola, Arkansas. The incident occurred late on July 26, prompting a police investigation.

The Memphis Police Department arrested three gang members following a drug and gun seizure at a Whitehaven residence. The operation took place on Wednesday, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat gang-related crime in the area.

A shooting in Clarksdale has resulted in two individuals being critically injured. One suspect is now in custody while the victims continue to receive medical treatment.

In a significant development in an ongoing gang investigation, Memphis police executed a search warrant leading to the arrest of three suspected gang members. The operation also resulted in the seizure of drugs and firearms.

A hit-and-run incident on June 27 resulted in the death of pedestrian Chantell Williams at Jackson Avenue and Hudson Street. The driver, a female Hispanic, fled the scene in a blue or black Toyota sedan.

Memphis Police arrested three known gang members following a search warrant execution that uncovered firearms and various drugs. The arrests are part of an ongoing investigation into gang activity in the area.

On July 26, 2026, a burglary attempt occurred at Carlos’s Auto Repair on Scott St. Surveillance footage captured three suspects trying to break in and steal a vehicle, but they were unsuccessful. Several cars on the lot were ransacked during the incident.

A shooting in Tate County, Mississippi, resulted in one death and the arrest of a suspect. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement.

A suspect has been arrested in connection with a road rage shooting incident in Memphis. Clinton Nash, 22, faces federal prosecution after multiple firearms were recovered during the investigation.

Saul Martinez, accused of murdering his three-year-old son Joseph, is set for his third court appearance on Thursday. He faces serious charges, including first-degree murder and tampering with evidence, while remaining in custody without bond.

Tierra Nesbitt, 27, faces aggravated assault charges after allegedly striking another woman with a tequila bottle, leading to seizures. She is scheduled for a court appearance on Thursday with a bond set at $100,000.

An officer in Palestine, Arkansas, shot and killed two dogs, claiming they were aggressive. The dog's owner disputes this account, leading to an ongoing investigation.

Octavius Lee Hall, 44, has been arrested for allegedly shooting a woman's ex-girlfriend who was following them in Uptown. He faces multiple charges including aggravated assault and possession of a firearm as a convicted felon.

Clarksdale police are investigating a shooting that left two individuals critically injured. Officers responded to the scene on Lynn Street following reports of the incident.

Tamillian Young, a 24-year-old ex-correctional officer, has been sentenced to two years in prison for smuggling marijuana into the Shelby County jail. Following her prison term, she will serve an additional two years of supervised release.

A man and a juvenile girl are in critical condition following a double shooting in Clarksdale, Mississippi. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a swift police response.

Jody Owens, the former Hinds County District Attorney, has been permanently disbarred by the Mississippi Supreme Court following his guilty plea to federal bribery charges. Owens, who previously served as a progressive prosecutor, expressed pride in his past work despite the recent legal troubles.

The Memphis Safe Task Force arrested 30 individuals on various charges, including two wanted for murder and two for child rape. Notably, Albert Boyce, 25, was apprehended for a second-degree murder charge linked to a December 2020 incident.