A local judge declared a new state law unconstitutional Monday. The law, signed in April, takes away power from local district attorneys to represent the state in some death penalty cases when the sentence is challenged.
Alicia Franklin was allegedly raped by Cleotha Henderson, aka Abston, in 2021 — more than a year before his arrest for the death of Eliza Fletcher.
Almost three weeks have gone by since Hudspeth died and his family, along with the public, still lack answers about the circumstances surrounding his death.
The 17,492-square-foot, $7.9 million police precinct will replace the existing building, according to a permit application the city filed July 10 with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development.
“This is the most cold-blooded thing I have ever seen sitting on this bench,” said Judge Karen Massey.
Both defendants are indicted on charges of first-degree murder, employing a firearm with intent to commit a felony, and property theft up to $60,000 and more.
The Daily Memphian obtained a Shelby County Sheriff’s Office incident reports that say Pickens, who is charged in the killing of Dr. Ben Mauck, was arrested and charged with criminal attempt of first-degree murder in 2016 and aggravated assault in 2014. Alleged Campbell Clinic shooter prompted police calls last weekRelated stories:
Starting next week, the Shelby County Juvenile Court is piloting the separation of its juvenile delinquency docket into two, one for cases that will be settled and the other for cases that will go to trial.
Campbell Clinic staff at the Germantown office had concerns about Larry Pickens six days prior to a shooting at the practice’s Collierville location. Pickens arraigned in Collierville: Affidavit reveals details of shootingRelated story:
According to the Collierville Police Department affidavit, released Thursday, a nurse practitioner identified the alleged shooter as Pickens based on his previous appointments at the clinic.
“To see a guy in the peak of his career be taken out like that is so tragic,” said Dr. Dan Fletcher, one of nine orthopedic hand surgeons in the city and a longtime colleague to Dr. Ben Mauck. Related story:
The walk will start and end at Westwood Community Center, 810 Western Park Drive, on Saturday, July 15.
Judge Carol Chumney ruled Wednesday that Ja Morant can claim self-defense in a 2022 fight, creating a question about the constitutionality of the state’s so-called “stand your ground” law.
Shuntae Daniels, 27, is charged with aggravated burglary, two counts of property theft up to $2,500 and identity theft.
Dr. Ben Mauck, a surgeon who specialized in hand, wrist, shoulder and pediatric surgery was shot inside an exam room, Collierville Police said. One killed in clinic shooting, according to Collierville police Police take one into custody after shooting at Campbell ClinicRelated stories:
“This new unit mobilizes every tool at our disposal to prosecuting hate-based crimes, civil rights violations, violent extremism, and related crimes,” said U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee Kevin Ritz.
“It’s bad. It’s horrific. It’s terrible,” Collierville chief of police said at a press conference after responding to a fatal shooting at Campbell Clinic on Poplar Avenue near Shea Road. Police take one into custody after shooting at Campbell Clinic Related story:
Collierville Police responded to a shooting at Campbell Clinic on Poplar Avenue near Shea Road Tuesday afternoon, July 11.
Mark LeSure’s cause of death is still unknown, according to Officer Theresa Carlson, an MPD spokesperson.
The ring is primarily targeting liquor and convenience stores. As of late June, business burglaries were up 34% in Memphis. Burglary ring’s suspected organizers remain in custody, with a few exceptionsRelated story
Michael Clayton, 27, was arrested Monday, July 10. He is charged with first-degree murder.
An arrest warrant has been issued for Davonte Pack, a friend of Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant. Judge to rule Wednesday on motion to dismiss civil lawsuit against Ja MorantRelated story:
Judge Carol Chumney granted the State of Tennessee’s motion to intervene in the case Monday. The state has also filed a motion to continue the case to give it time to defend state law.
During Monday’s hearing, Judge Craft altered the conditions to allow Ferguson to attend church, health care appointments and job interviews.
The family of Jarveon Hudspeth continued to call Monday for transparency regarding the 21-year-old’s fatal shooting at the hands of a Shelby County Sheriff’s Office deputy on June 24.