New police shift targets speeding, reckless driving and drag racing

By , Daily Memphian Updated: September 24, 2025 6:40 PM CT | Published: September 24, 2025 3:08 PM CT

The Memphis Police Department has created a permanent traffic enforcement shift as part of an effort that is targeting four of the city’s main traffic arteries.

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Memphis Police Department traffic safety speeding drag racing reckless driving

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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