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MEMPHIS, Tenn.– A child is left in critical condition after a shooting in East Memphis Friday night, according to Memphis Police. Police say a four-year-old girl was shot at 1055 South Perkins before 9 p.m. She was transported to Le Bonheur in critical condition. Memphis Police have not said what led up to the incident. Neighbors […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — City leaders unveiled a new plan to fight crime in Memphis and Shelby County. The Crime Commission describes this five-year plan as balanced, evidence-based, and informed. The Memphis Shelby County Crime Commission announced a new 5-year safe community action plan with some key players. “Many times we are asked what are we doing,” […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Memphis police say at least one pair of serial car thieves are off the streets. MPD said Joshua Hughlett, 22, and Kavahsyus Wesley, 19, were arrested Thursday when they crashed a stolen car at Point Church and Hawkins Mill Road in Raleigh. They said Hughlett was in possession of five stolen cars, […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — As violent crime continues to explode across Memphis, some state lawmakers are looking to step in and help stop the problem. Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis traveled to Nashville on Tuesday to back a bill that would lift residency requirements for her officers. Mayor Jim Strickland said it’s something he’s pushed for […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It was an emotional “home going” service for Memphis Police Officer Corille Jones. 32-year-old C.J. as he was known to his family and friends was killed January 20th while on duty. His cruiser was struck by another car at Pleasant Hill and East Shelby Drive. This morning’s service at Hope Presbyterian Church […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — U.S. Marshals, Memphis Police and Shelby County’s district attorney provided new details Wednesday on the suspects charged in the murder of Memphis rapper Young Dolph. Justin Johnson, 23, also known as Straight Drop, was captured Jan. 11 in Indiana. Another man, Cornelius Smith, 32, was already in custody in Mississippi but was […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn.– A new study that found Memphis is the most dangerous city in the country has many residents questioning their safety. Flashing lights, crime scene tape, and grieving families have become a common sight across Memphis. James Crawford didn’t always feel this way but after watching a loved ones life get taken, it’s hard […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The District Attorney’s office announced on Tuesday that it was finally taking action against the Peppertree apartments. The issues of safety and crime at the complex is something WREG has reported about for over ten years. The public nuisance petition was granted as the property has been a major site for violence […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The chief calls community policing a top priority. The mayor wants to see it happen. Citizens agree it’s a must. This summer the Memphis Police Department held a series of events to build bridges and trust in the community, especially with children. Those who attended said it was needed. “I was raised […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — As the community demands answers regarding the death of Memphis rapper Young Dolph, Chief CJ Davis tells citizens not rely on social media for answers. It’s been nearly a week since the rising star as shot and killed at Makeda’s Cookies on Nov. 17 in South Memphis. As the memorial grows so […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — We’re learning more Monday about the victims involved in a shooting near Oak Court Mall Saturday night. Memphis Police responded to a shots fired call near the mall Saturday evening around 6:20 p.m. after a man was shot and a child was injured. Initially, police said two people had been detained, but […]