Police say groups argued Downtown, then fired at officers early Friday

By , Daily Memphian Published: July 04, 2025 10:25 AM CT

Suspects allegedly opened fire on cops in Downtown Memphis early Friday morning, Memphis Police Department officials said.

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Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.

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