Update

DEA agents fatally shoot suspect at Frayser Burger King

By , Daily Memphian Updated: May 13, 2026 7:07 PM CT | Published: May 13, 2026 1:29 PM CT

DEA agents working under the Memphis Safe Task Force shot and killed a suspect at a Frayser Burger King Wednesday morning after he allegedly pulled a gun, officials said.

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Memphis Safe Task Force DEA gun violence law enforcement shooting

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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