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First half of 2026 sees continued decline in crime

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:44:34 -0500

“We should be encouraged by the significant progress we’ve made in our crime rate,” said Crime Commission President Bill Gibbons.

Video released of fatal Task Force shooting at Burger King

Ltestino@dailymemphian.com (Laura Testino) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:48:55 -0500

Surveillance clips show the shooting that killed Darrin Pigram inside the Burger King where he worked. The release comes days after officials said there would be no charges filed against the officer.

No charges filed against DEA officer in first Task Force shooting

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:23:58 -0500

Darrin Pigram, 41, who was shot and killed on May 13, was being sought on a warrant for charges of aggravated assault, aggravated burglary and a weapons violation.

Mother of Ole Miss football player also files wrongful-death lawsuit

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:10:58 -0500

The mother of Corey Adams, who was shot and killed at a Cordova party last year, has filed a lawsuit in her son’s death. The filing comes days after his father filed a separate suit.

Sheriff candidate Brad Less suggests separate jail to divert nonviolent offenders

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:14:21 -0500

Brad Less, the Republican nominee for Shelby County sheriff, talked on “Behind The Headlines” about immediate solutions to problems at the Shelby County Jail and life after the Memphis Safe Task Force.

U of M Public Safety Institute spearheads plan to address domestic violence

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:21:41 -0500

The Public Safety Institute at the University of Memphis launched a strategic plan on Friday designed to strengthen the region’s response to domestic violence.

10 apply for two new Criminal Court Judge positions

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:05:05 -0500

Shelby County’s two new courts are dedicated to violent crime cases.

Father files wrongful-death lawsuit in Ole Miss player's killing

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:07:11 -0500

The father of Corey Adams, a freshman Ole Miss football player shot and killed at a Cordova party in 2025, has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit seeking at least $1 million plus punitive damages in his son’s murder.

TBI names man killed by federal agents at East Memphis hotel

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:09:30 -0500

Alfonso Ivy, 47, had a lengthy arrest history in Shelby County on drugs and weapons charges, and had been out of prison for about 16 months after serving nine years behind bars.

Mound-ing frustrations: Orange Mound town hall ends early after disruptions

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:50:21 -0500

Initially billed as an opportunity for residents to connect with local resources and hear from top public safety officials, the event was cut short after repeated outbursts from the crowd.

As jail conditions reach 'crisis' levels, Sheriff’s Office demands action from mayor

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:37:35 -0500

Shelby County Sheriff’s Office officials outlined a series of hazards at the main jail, including a diesel fuel leak and air conditioning failure, and called out Mayor Lee Harris for failing to address life-threatening conditions inside the facility.

DEA agent shoots, kills person in East Memphis hotel

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 19:23:38 -0500

This marks at least the fourth fatality associated with the Task Force during its time in the city.

‘Inhumane’ heat crisis unfolding at Shelby County Jail, staff warns

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Tue, 7 Jul 2026 17:54:01 -0500

Jail employees are warning Shelby County officials of extreme heat, rising medical emergencies, and what they describe as “cruel conditions” inside the facility after month-long air conditioning issues.

Family of man shot by Tennessee National Guard demands release of video

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:10:19 -0500

Evaniel Johnson said he wants to see if video footage supports the narrative that his grandson, Tyrin Johnson, turned toward U.S. guard members with a gun.

National Guard members shoot, kill suspect in Downtown Memphis

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sun, 5 Jul 2026 18:33:22 -0500

Memphis Safe Task Force members killed 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson in Downtown Memphis early Sunday morning, marking at least the third death associated with the Task Force.

Former DeSoto County teacher sentenced for child pornography

afleming@dailymemphian.com (Aarron Fleming) — Wed, 1 Jul 2026 15:06:19 -0500

A former DeSoto County teacher will serve nine years in prison for possessing child pornography, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi announced Tuesday.

Olive Branch police officers cleared in 2024 fatal shooting

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:40:32 -0500

Officers who were involved in a 2024 fatal shooting investigated by the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation were cleared, the Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office said.

Lindsey Whiteside trial delayed again

afleming@dailymemphian.com (Aarron Fleming) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:44:09 -0500

This marks the second time since last month the trial has been delayed.

Man convicted of manslaughter in Memphis chef’s death sentenced to six years

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:18:44 -0500

Armed with about 50 letters from the community, prosecutors pushed for a harsher penalty, but legal parameters restricted the sentence.

MPD officer killed in off-duty crash

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:40:20 -0500

Memphis police officer Daniel Adams killed in single-vehicle accident, officials say