Four interstate shootings continue 2019 trend
A highway shooting this week was the fourth of the year and continues a trend of 45 on Memphis roadways last year.
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January 2020
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I-40 near Whitten Road shut down after interstate shooting
Memphis police shut down a portion of Interstate 40 after a man said someone shot at him Wednesday, Jan. 22.
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Number of Memphis, Shelby County homicides increased in 2019
The City of Memphis ended 2019 with 191 homicides — an increase of nearly 3% from the previous year, according to homicide data released by the Memphis Police Department.
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Weirich: No charges against MPD Detective Eric Kelly
Shelby County District Attorney General Amy Weirich says her office has found no violations that would merit charges against Memphis Police Lt. Eric Kelly, but the case has prompted creation of a unit to investigate such cases.
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December 2019
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Police chase from Memphis into Arkansas ends in fatal shooting
Three Memphis police officers have been relieved of duty after a police shooting in West Memphis left one suspect dead.
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Citizens’ Police Academy experience is eye-opening
On a patrol car ride-along we encountered a public drunk (drove him home), expired tags, cats who set off a house alarm, and a railcar robbery-in-progress of copious amounts of toilet paper. Yup.
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Man killed by Memphis police after altercation
A man was shot and killed by Memphis Police Department officers in Frayser Thursday night. TBI has taken charge of the case.
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Police discuss road closures, traffic for St. Jude Marathon and AAC game
Memphis police, St. Jude and city officials discuss traffic, road closures and public safety during Saturday's marathon and the American Athletic Championship championship football game.
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Memphis updates rules on security system false alarms
False alarms will become more costly for Memphis homeowners and businesses in 2020. Under new rules designed to cut down on false alarms, permits will no longer be renewed by alarm companies -- individuals and businesses must do it themselves -- and false alarms after the first one will cost $140.
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November 2019
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Whitehaven Christmas parade an annual celebration of community
Marching bands, community leaders and dance groups paraded down Elvis Presley Boulevard. While Christmas cheer was abundant, neighborhood pride remained a prevalent theme among participants.
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Monitoring team updates court on progress in consent decree case
Ed Stanton, the court monitor, provided updates Thursday to the court on the progress the city is making to comply with sanctions imposed by U.S. District Judge Jon McCalla over its violation of the 1978 Kendrick consent decree.
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MPD Director: Residency requirement must change to help with recruitment
Memphis Police Director Michael Rallings says a residency requirement for officers is hurting recruitment efforts by his department, and he wants voters to decide the matter.
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Veteran still serving Memphis by air, and now on the ground
Podcast may be next for a military veteran and Memphis Police Department pilot who welcomes all to his respite at the TCBY on Union Avenue.
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Sanford: A 1978 consent decree against police spying is as modern as the Constitution
The landmark lawsuit accusing the City of Memphis and the Memphis Police Department of spying on citizens returns to court 40 years later.
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Memphis police awarded $100,000 from DOJ
Memphis Police Department receives $100,000 from the DOJ to expand its mental health and wellness program for officers.
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October 2019
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Sanford: Tragedy in Fort Worth should affect our police residency debate
Under ordinary circumstances, the fatal shooting in Fort Worth and the police residency issue in Memphis would have nothing in common. But these are not ordinary times where police and community relations are concerned.
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September 2019
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Martavious Banks files $10 million federal lawsuit against city, officers
Martavious Banks, 26, shot by Memphis police during a traffic stop, has filed a $10 million civil lawsuit in federal court against the officers and the city. The suit claims excessive force was used during the incident and that his constitutional rights were violated.
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MPD prepares for traffic as football, festival converge in Midtown
With the Southern Heritage Classic and Cooper-Young Fest occupying neighboring districts on the same day, Memphis Police say they have a plan for traffic and safety this weekend.
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August 2019
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Interstate shootings decrease as police patrols increase on I-240, I-55
There has been one interstate shooting reported on area highways since local and state law enforcement stepped up patrols earlier this summer, Memphis Police Director Michael Rallings said. Efforts are continuing.
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Reward offered for Frayser injuries, damage
CrimeStoppers of Memphis and Shelby County is seeking public assistance in identifying those who damaged property and injured officers in Frayser the night of June 12, when Brandon Webber was shot and killed.
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July 2019
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Tennessee troopers join forces with Memphis, Shelby County to combat road rage shootings
The Tennessee Highway Patrol will send 30 troopers to Memphis to help local law enforcement deal with interstate and road rage shootings in the city. To date, there have been 32 shootings and one man was killed.
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Highway shootings create public angst, police frustration
Memphis police are investigating 32 interstate shootings since January. One person was killed.
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Hillcrest alumni team up to assist Ida B. Wells Academy students
The academy will work with the nonprofit GROW, which aims to help teen girls work through issues like bullying, drug use, alcohol and peer pressure to make good decisions for themselves.
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Monitoring team in MPD surveillance launch website, announce public forum
Monitoring team in MPD surveillance court case announces community forum, launches website where public can get updates on police reform efforts.
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June 2019
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‘We need you to tell us’
Homicides in Memphis are up this year over the same time last year. Police are asking the public for help in solving the slayings, which total 86, with six being ruled justifiable.
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